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Property & Income Tax Adjustments

Property loss may entitle you to deductions on your income tax. Information is available from:

State Tax Payer Services Office,

Honolulu...................................................	587-4242 

Neighbor Islands........................................1-800-222-3229 

Federal Tax Payer Information.....................541-1040 

Plan and Prepare

Follow these simple rules to spot possible safety problems:

• Install smoke detectors on each floor of your home.
• Learn to recognize the sound of the alarm.
• Make sure detectors are placed near bedrooms.
• Install them 6-12 inches below the ceiling on the wall.
• Locate smoke detectors away from air vents.
• Vacuum the grill work of your smoke detector.
• Test your smoke detector every month.

Electrical Check list

Check all household items to prevent shock or fire.

• Replace frayed or cracked cords.
• Remove cords from under carpeting or furniture.
• Avoid overloading extension cords.
• Read the label on Underwriters Laboratories (UL) or Factory Mutual (FM) approved cords for proper electrical rating.

• Replace or repair appliances that do not operate properly.
• Plug in portable appliances only when in use.
• Do not cut the third prong off your appliance plug. The third prong is there to prevent electric shock.
• When you shop for appliances or tools, look for the recognizable UL or FM labels.

• Unnecessarily high wattage may lead to fire through overheating.
• Replace with a bulb of the correct type and wattage.
• If you are not sure, only use a 60 watt bulb.