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How Often Should You Test and Replace Smoke Alarms?
Test smoke alarms at least monthly and replace the whole alarm when it is 10 years old, or sooner if its instructions or failed tests require it.
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Test smoke alarms at least monthly and replace the whole alarm when it is 10 years old, or sooner if its instructions or failed tests require it.
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