Item attached to the sprinkler system

• Items attached to the sprinkler head or any accessories to the system, such as pipes, will interfere with the operation of the system.

• Do not attach any item to any pipes or the sprinkler head, or block the head with any items.
• A 24-inch clearance must be maintained around smoke detectors, sprinkler systems, and carbon monoxide detectors at all times.

Cord taped down in pathway/doorway

• Tape does not protect the cord.
• Constant walking on the cord breaks down the insulation of the cord.
• May result in a short circuit or a fire.

• Remove tape.
• Use a rubber threshold (available at hardware, computer or office supply stores).

  Cord in pathway/doorway

• Unprotected electrical cord.
• Constant walking on the cord breaks down the
  insulation of the cord.
• May result in a short circuit or a fire.

• Re-route electrical cord.
• Eliminate cord from pathway.
• Use a rubber threshold (available at hardware, computer or office supply stores).

  Cord under carpet or rug

• Backing of carpets may erode the insulation of the cord. 
• May result in a short circuit or a fire.

• Re-route cord from under carpet.
• Place electrical cord above carpet.
• Protect with rubber threshold (available at hardware, computer or office supply stores). 

   Unauthorized power adapters

Any type of “multi-plug,” such as a 6-2 adapter or 3-1 adapter overload the circuit without offering protection (in the form of a circuit breaker) to your appliance and to the University's wiring. 

• Eliminate unauthorized adapter.
• Install a breaker-type power strip, sometimes known as a surge protector.
• This protects your appliances and University wiring.