A. Detectors: Detectors shall comply with the international fire code with the changes outlined in section 7-3-1 of this code.
B. Dead Batteries: Smoke alarms shall be maintained in an operative condition at all times. If during an inspection, the fire code official or a duly authorized representative finds a solely battery operated smoke alarm inoperable due to a dead battery, the building owner shall immediately replace the solely battery operated smoke alarm with a listed electrically operated smoke alarm. The smoke alarm shall receive primary power from the building wiring where such wiring is served from a commercial source and shall be equipped with a battery backup. (Ords. 14-04-10, 14-27-62)