Installing a smoke detector

You should place a smoke detector near the kitchen for less nuisance alarms.

• True

• False

What is the first step in installing a smoke detector?

• Wipe the ceiling surface with a damp cloth

• Position the detector on the mounting plate.

• Remove the backing adhesive tape from the mounting plate.

• Push and hold the test button.

How should you position the smoke detector on the mounting plate?

• In the corner of the plate

• Off-center

• In the center of the plate

• On the edge of the plate

What should you do after wiping the ceiling surface with a damp cloth?

• Remove the backing adhesive tape

• Allow the surface to dry

• Position the detector on the mounting plate

• Push and hold the test button

How long should you apply pressure to the smoke detector on the ceiling?

• 15 seconds

• 5 seconds

• 3 minutes

• 30 seconds

What is the purpose of pushing and holding the test button on the smoke detector?

• To turn on the alarm

• To reset the alarm

• To test the smoke alarm

• To turn off the alarm

How often should you test your smoke alarm?

• Once a month

• Don't need to test it

• Once a year

• Only when it beeps

Can a smoke detector detect flames?

• Yes

• No

Can you test your smoke alarm with an open flame?

• No

• Yes

What should you do if the smoke alarm beeps every 48 seconds?

• Don't worry about it

• Smash the detector

• Replace the detector as it has a fault

• Keep pressing the button to stop the beeps