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How often do you replace the smoke alarm itself, not just the battery?

Every 10 years. Test it monthly.

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Too littleWhen it stops chirping
Too muchEvery year
Just rightEvery 10 years

Huh, didn't know that: The date the alarm was made is printed on the back.

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Sources

  1. NFPA: smoke alarms need replacement every 10 years (CE Pro) https://www.cepro.com/news/nfpa_smoke_alarms_need_replacement_every_10_years
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