Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Detector Installation Guide
Updated
Overview
The Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Detector alerts you at the first sign of smoke or CO within your home. You should place this device near sleeping areas, ensuring that there is one on every floor within your home. If wall mounting your Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Detector, ensure that it is no more than 12 inches from the ceiling.
To avoid false alarms, we recommend installing the Smoke & CO Detector at least 10 feet away from any furnace, stove, or fireplace. Additionally, we recommend avoiding placing it in a garage or in any bathroom with a shower, as dust, debris, and steam have the potential to trigger false alarms.
We also recommend cleaning your Smoke & CO Detector once a month, to avoid false alarms from dust and debris build-up.
In accordance with National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) guidance, SimpliSafe® recommends replacing your Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Detector within five (5) years of the manufacture date (found on the label on the back of your device).
Need to purchase a Smoke & CO Detector? You can find it available for purchase on our website.
Before Getting Started
Before setting up your Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Detector, you will need to install your Gen 3 Base Station.
What’s in the Box
Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Detector
Mounting plate
Screws and drywall anchors
You will also need a Phillips Head screwdriver and a ¼” drill bit to complete the installation.
Watch the video below for a hands-on experience from our team of experts for the installation process
Use the guided flow below for an interactive, step-by-step experience that will help you through the installation process.
Troubleshooting
Preventing False Alarms From the Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Detector
What is the Constant Yellow Light on the Smoke and/or CO Detector?