SMOKE ALARM MAINTENANCE

a./ The Rental Provider is required to provide the Renter in writing, prior to the commencement of the Tenancy Agreement the following information;

(i) information about how each smoke alarm in the rented premises operates;

(ii) information about how to test each smoke alarm in the rented premises;

(iii) information informing the Renter of their obligation NOT to tamper with any smoke alarms, and their obligation to provide written notice to the Debonair Property Management / Agent as soon as practicable, if any smoke alarm in the rented premises is not in working order

b./ The Renter accepts and agrees to:

(i) test the Smoke Detector regularly (at least monthly) to ensure that it is working

(ii) contact the Debonair Property Management / Agent, in writing, as soon as practicable once they become aware a smoke alarm is not working

(iii) contact the Debonair Property Management / Agent if the smoke alarm omits an occasional chirping noise as the battery or smoke alarm may be faulty

(iv) not remove the smoke alarm, or place any item to cover over the smoke alarm during the Tenancy (i.e. foil. glad wrap, shower caps, plastic bags etc.)

c.) The Renter agrees to regularly test the Smoke Alarm, according to the manufactures guidelines & user manual instructions; such as:

(i) test the unit, to ensure proper operation, by pressing the Test / Hush button for at least 5 seconds (or until the unit sounds). This will sound the alarm if the electronic circuitry, horn, and battery are working

(ii) CAUTION: Due to the loudness (85 decibels) of the alarm, always stand an arms-length away from the unit when testing

(iii) if no alarm sounds, the unit has a defective battery or another failure. DO NOT use an open flame to test your alarm, you could damage the alarm or ignite combustible materials and start a fire

(iv) test the alarm regularly to ensure proper operation. Erratic or low sound (chirping) coming from your alarm may indicate a defective alarm

(v) IMPORTANT: The Smoke Alarm requires the power pack to have sufficient capacity of power to operate correctly. Should your Smoke Alarm enter a low power pack condition, the unit will emit an audible chirp once every 32 seconds. When this occurs, you must replace the battery immediately (Renter Responsibility). The Smoke Alarm will continue to warn of this low power pack condition for at least 30 days

(vi) failure to change the battery after this time would mean your Smoke Alarm may have insufficient power to alert you in a real fire situation

(vii) never ignore any alarm. Ignoring the alarm may result in injury or death. If your Smoke Alarm activates and alarms and you are NOT absolutely certain of the source of the smoke, get everyone out of the property immediately

(viii) use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush, vacuum all sides and covers of the Smoke Alarm Device

(ix) do not attempt to remove the cover to clean inside – this will affect the warranty

(x) test the Smoke Alarm for correct operation using the test facility whenever the battery is replaced. Use only 9V batteries for Smoke Alarm Battery replacement – Carbon Zinc Battery – Pairdeer 6F22