Dos and Don’ts

	Have your system tested once a year. Know the location of the system shutoff valve- Be sure all other adult occupants are aware of its location as well. Make certain the system control valve is open at all times. Be careful when you are moving large or tall items. Teach children not to touch or play with sprinklers. Keep pictures and large furniture away from sprinklers on walls. Contact the fire department when any activation occurs, even if the fire has apparently been extinguished.

	Paint the sprinklers or sprinkler cover plates. Hang objects from the sprinklers or sprinkler pipe. Obstruct the sprinklers in any way. Cover the sprinklers. Remove the sprinklers. Turn off or disconnect the system. Bump sprinklers or exposed pipe. Shut off the system in the event of a fire. Stack items close to fire sprinklers.