15
12” (30cm)
Choosing the Mounting Location in a Room
BEST
Center on ceiling.
ACCEPTABLE
On ceiling
ACCEPTABLE
On wall, the top of the alarm must be no more
than 12” (30 cm) from the ceiling (if local
codes permit wall mounting).
ACCEPTABLE
On peaked ceilings or roofs, mount at least 4”
(10cm) from the upper corner, but high enough to
allow a maximum of 36” (91cm) of horizontal air
space as measured off the peak.
4” (10cm)
36” (91cm)
36” (91cm)
ACCEPTABLE
On sloped ceilings, at least 4” (10cm) from
the upper corner, but high enough to allow
a maximum of 36” (91cm) of horizontal air
space as measured off the peak.
36” (91cm)
4” (10cm)
OK
Install on exposed face of joist or rafter.
NO!
Do not install between joists or rafters.
Do not mount alarm between joists or rafters;
mount on the exposed surface of the joist.
Note: Avoid placement of the alarms close to
ceiling fans or heating/air conditioning vents.