Install a Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detector
A combination smoke and carbon monoxide detector is one of the best ways to ensure your family’s safety. They save lives and they’re easy to install. So watch this video and learn where and how to install them in any room in your house.
For this project, you’ll need: Smoke/CO Detector, drill bit, batteries, pencil, drill, wall anchors, hammer, step ladder.
| Steps | |
1 |
 Put new batteries into the detector if needed. Battery-powered detectors can be installed anywhere. |
2 |
 Separate the unit from the frame. |
3 |
 Decide on a place on the ceiling or on the wall 4-10 inches from the ceiling to mount the smoke detector. Install away from air ducts. |
4 |
 Mark with a pencil where the screws will go. |
5 |
 Drill the holes for the screws. |
6 |
 Insert expanding plastic sleeve anchors and gently tap with a hammer. |
7 |
 Place the detector mount and secure it with screws. |
8 |
 Attach the smoke detector unit onto the mounted frame. |
9 |
 Push the testing button to make sure that it works. Replace batteries when needed. |
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