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What is the acceptable range for smoke detector sensitivity during field testing?

S536 requires the sensitivity to remain within the range marked on the device's nameplate.

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Question: What is the acceptable range for smoke detector sensitivity during field testing?

Answer options:

  • 0.5% to 4.0% obscuration/ft for all devices
  • ± 50% of the initial factory setting ✅ The range marked on the detector's nameplate
  • Determined by the AHJ at time of inspection

Correct answer: The range marked on the detector's nameplate

Explanation: S536 requires the sensitivity to remain within the range marked on the device's nameplate.

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