How to Lock a Smoke Detector Back Into Its Base
Smoke detectors are a required fixture in any home, and are often such a part of the home's decor that they go unnoticed most of the time. The notable exception to this rule is when the detector's batteries start to go out, and you have to disconnect the body of the detector from the base to replace the batteries. Once the batteries are replaced, you'll have to lock the body back onto the base, which can pose a modicum of trouble if you're not sure how to do it. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Examine the base of the detector to find where the lock holes are, then examine the body to find the corresponding lock pegs or tabs.
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Place the body flush against the base and line up the pegs or tabs with the lock holes.
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Rotate the body clockwise -- or counterclockwise, if the base requires a counterclockwise movement -- to lock the body into place on the base.
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