SilentKnight SK-FFT User Manual
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Limitations of Fire Alarm Systems
Requirements and recommendations for proper use of fire alarm systems in-
cluding smoke detectors and other fire alarm devices:
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To keep your fire alarm system in excellent working order, ongoing maintenance is
required per the manufacturer’s recommendations and UL and NFPA standards.
At a minimum the requirements of Chapter 14 of NFPA 72, 2010 Edition shall be
followed. A maintenance agreement should be arranged through the local
manufacturer’s representative. Maintenance should be performed annually by
authorized personnel only.
The most common cause of an alarm system not functioning when a fire occurs is
inadequate maintenance. As such, the alarm system should be tested weekly to
make sure all sensors and transmitters are working properly.