Oregon Administrative Rules
Chapter 837 - DEPARTMENT OF THE STATE FIRE MARSHAL
Division 45 - SMOKE ALARMS AND SMOKE DETECTORS
Section 837-045-0060 - Power Source

Universal Citation: OR Admin Rules 837-045-0060

Current through Register Vol. 63, No. 12, December 1, 2024

(1) The power supply of a smoke alarm shall be a commercial power source, an integral battery or batteries or a combination of both. The power supply for a smoke detector shall be a commercial power source.

(2) When a smoke alarm or smoke detector is served from a commercial power source, the wiring shall be permanent and shall not have a disconnecting switch other than that required for over current protection.

(3) When a line cord and plug is used, it shall be plugged directly into a fixed outlet box and the plug shall be secured by a device that cannot be removed without the use of a tool.

(4) The owner of a dwelling unit, lodging house or hotel shall obtain a permit from the local building official for the installation of a 110-volt smoke alarm or a low-voltage smoke detector connected to a fire alarm control panel.

Stat. Auth.: ORS 479.255 & ORS 479.295

Stats. Implemented: ORS 479.250 - ORS 479.300

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