Abstract: A method and kit of parts for testing heat detectors mounted at an elevated location above a ground surface using a supercorrosive metal alloy composition formulated to react exothermically but non-flammably upon being wetted for sustaining temperatures of about 195 degrees Fahrenheit, permitting testing of heat detectors rated at 175 to 195 degrees F. The composition is formed into convenient wafers which are elevated on an extension pole into proximity to the heat detector by an operator standing on the ground. The wafers may be activated by wetting with a disposable plastic syringe, and may be reheated several times.

Abstract: A method for operationally testing a wall mounted electronic carbon monoxide detector by temporarily hanging a test enclosure over the installed carbon monoxide detector so as to define a closed space between the test enclosure and the wall surface, and introducing a test gas into the enclosed space to determine the operational status of the detector. Hydrogen gas may be used as the test gas and generated by wetting a wafer of supercorroding alloy in the enclosure.

Abstract: An improved aerosol formulation for activating a smoke detector by emulating the effects of combustion products to test smoke detectors includes a propellant and an active ingredient consisting of phenyl trimethicone. An alcohol may be included for diluting the phenyl trimethicone to modify the aerosol particle size.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for safely and conveniently testing heat detectors mounted at an elevated location above a ground surface. A package containing a composition formulated to react exothermically but non-flammably upon exposure to ambient air sustains a temperature sufficient to activate the heat detectors under feet for a period of at least a few minutes. The package is placed in a holder supported on a long handle for raising the package into close proximity to the heat detector. After initiating the exothermic reaction, as by tearing an envelope containing the reactive composition, an operator standing on the ground under the heat detector elevates the package into contact with or close proximity to the heat detector.

Abstract: A system for controlled delivery of test formulation adapted for emulating the effects of combustion products to a smoke detector under test has a tube with a diameter between approximately one-half inch and three inches and a length of at least twelve inches, the tube being mounted in alignement with the spray nozzle of the aerosol dispenser.