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When to Test Smoke Alarms

Test smoke alarms at least once a month using the test button.

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Clear leaves and branches from roofs, gutters, porches and decks. Remove dead plants, leaves and branches at least 10 feet from your home.

This pictograph describes where to place smoke alarms in a home.