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How to Wire Up a Smoke Detector in LESS THAN 1 MINUTE! ⚡️⏰ #electrician #diy
What happens here
After installing the old work box, run a 14/3 Romex wire from an appropriate power source (e.g., an existing light fixture circuit or a new circuit from the electrical panel) to the newly installed old work box. Ensure that the circuit is 15 amp, as residential smoke detectors typically require a 14-gauge wire for this amperage.
Goal: Run 14/3 Romex wire to the old work box
Tools and materials
- 14/3 Romex Wire — Providing power and communication to the smoke detector
- Ladder — Reaching the ceiling safely
- Non-Contact Voltage Tester — Verifying power is off before working with wires