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I tried four new smoke alarms in my condo and changed the batteries and they still chirp. Should I changed the wiring or adapter to see if that works.

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    Please post the alarm make and model?

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A short "chirp" typically means there is a power issue or the unit is End Of Life. So likely it's a power issue.

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Maybe you could get the fire dept to come by and test for high co levels. sounds to me like you need to

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  1. The battery may be loose, or improperly installed.
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    • Check to see if there is a cooling/heating register, a ceiling fan or an open window within 3 feet of the alarm. If there is, move the alarm away from the source of the increased airflow. Click here to see the correct alarm placement in your user’s manual found in our Download Center.
    • Check the temperature of the room. Smoke alarms operate at 40 degrees to 95 degrees Fahrenheit. Carbon monoxide alarms operate at 40 degrees to 100 degrees Fahrenheit.

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Use a quality battery duracell or energizer. Not ones from the dollar store.

Chirping means low battery.

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I am having problems seeing if you have any more data besides "smoke alarm keeps chirping." so I will ask; have you tried changing the battery?

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