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-z- c. Trouble Signal: An indication distinctive from the alarm signal warning of a malfunction or failure of the system. d. Smoke Detectors: A device which detects visible or invisible particles of combustion. e. Single Station Alarm Device: An assembly incorporating the detector, control equipment, and the alarm-sounding device in one unit, operated from a power supply either in the unit or obtained at the point of installation. f. Multiple Station Alarm Device: Single station alarm device, two or more, which may be inter-connected so that actuation of one causes all integral or separate audible alarms to operate. It may also consist of one single-station alarm device having connections for other detectors or manual stations. g. Exit Plan: Plan for the emergency evacuation of the premises. h. Household: The family living unit in single-£amily detached buildings, single-family attached dwellings, and multi-family buildings. i. Living Room: Any room frequently occupied as a living area, such as livingroom, family rooms, recreation rooms, etc. j. Family Living Unit: That structure, area, room, or combination of rooms in which a family or individual lives. This is intended to cover living area only and not common usage areas in multi-family buildings such as corridors, lobbies, basements, etc. k. Separate Sleeping Area: By sleeping area is meant the area or areas of the family living unit in which the bedrooms are located. Bedrooms separated by other use areas, such as kitchens or living rooms, but not bathrooms, sha11 be considered as separate sleeping areas for purposes of this standard. Sleeping rooms for the purpose of this definition are considered bedrooms. l. Combination System: A household fire warning system whose components may be used in whole or in part, in common with a non-fire emergency signaling system, such as a burglar alarm system or an intercom system, without degradation of or hazard to the fire warning system. Section 5. Warning System Operation Requirements. a. All power supplies shall be sufficient to operate the alarm signal or signals for not less than four continuous minutes. b. For electrically powered devices, an AC primary power source shall be utilized in all new construction. In existing households, AC primary power is preferred, however, where such is not practical in the judgment of the Building Commissioner, a monitored battery primary power source will be permitted. Section 6. Primary Power Supply. a. An AC primary source of electric power, if used, shall be a dependable com- mercial light and power supply source. A visible "power on" indicator shall be provided. b. All electrical systems designed to be installed by other than a qualified electrician shall be powered from a source not in excess of 30 volts and meeting the