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flow switch test did not trigger outside alarm

Sure, no argument with getting the alarm fixed. Just don't like when they use inaccurate words for effect. I am a software engineer/nerd and believe words and accuracy matter. The alarm is not in working order says what the actual condition is.

Yes, and when the actual condition of an alarm that is part of a fire safety system is non-functional, it is entirely proper for the fire department to declare that as a "critical deficiency" ... because it is a critical deficiency. The failure of that alarm could -- potentially -- result in severe injury or death. I would consider that to be critical.
 
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