Electronic Alarms and Home Security Devices - Need how-to info

Hi:
I just bought a 3 story house that has a fire alarm system. It has 2 red rectangle box by the front and rear door of the building, These are the little box and where you pull when there is a fire. In the electrical room in the basement is the fire alarm system and a fuse box next to it. Someone apparently remove the fuses.

I am not familiar with this system and would like to learn everything about, how to activate, reset maintain etc . Some theory on how it works would be great.

I should mention that this is also a rental unit.

thanks

Prana

First of all, read the brand name and model number. If it's not one the outside, it is likely on the label inside the door.

One caveat: Many jurisdictions have restrictions on who can service and certify a fire alarm system, especially in commercial/rental properties. Florida, for example, is pretty strict.

Yep, we would definitely need more info to help you on that.
But, as MrRon mentioned, most jurisdictions <i>require</i> that an NFPA certified technician work on or service any fire alarm systems - especially in rental/multi-family housing.

Good luck!