Maintenance Guides / Safety & Electrical

Test smoke detectors

Difficulty: easyTime: 10 mins

Why it matters

1 in 5 smoke detectors don't work when needed — usually because of dead batteries or a faulty alarm. Testing takes 30 seconds and is the most important thing you can do for your family's safety.

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How to do it

  • 1

    Press and hold the test button for 3–5 seconds.

  • 2

    The alarm should sound loudly.

  • 3

    If no alarm or a weak chirp, replace the battery first, then test again.

  • 4

    Test every detector in the house.