Housing Handbook Collin College Resident Handbook05-08-2020 | Page 32

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Each apartment has smoke detectors
located throughout the unit. These
smoke detectors are hardwired to the
electrical system and have battery
backup. Student residents should
inspect and test all smoke detectors
on a monthly basis. It is a violation of
the law and the Collin College Student
Housing Lease Agreement to remove
or tamper with smoke detectors.
b. Immediately
report
any
malfunctioning smoke detectors to
the director of student housing
operations or designee.
c. If the smoke detector is beeping, the
battery may be low. Do not
disassemble the unit or render it
inoperable. Call the director of student
housing operations or designee to
replace the battery.
Toilets:
a. Clogged toilets can be prevented by
ensuring that only toilet tissue, used in
moderation, is flushed.
b. Keep a plunger on hand to quickly
resolve clogs.
Washer and Dryer in Clubhouse Laundry
Room:
a. Leave the washer’s lid open after
washing to allow moisture to
evaporate.
b. The wash basket is practically
maintenance free, but if it needs to be
cleaned, wipe it with a clean soft cloth
dampened with liquid detergent. Do
not use harsh or gritty cleaners. Rinse
using any rinse setting.
c. Do not overload the washer.
Overloading or allowing the washer to
become unbalanced can cause damage
to the washer, and the student
resident(s) may be responsible for
any damage.
d. Clean the dryer’s lint filter before each
use. This helps prevent fires and
allows the dryer to operate efficiently.
To clean the filter, moisten your
fingers and reach into the filter
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opening. Run your fingers across the
filter. Lint must be removed from in,
around, and behind the dryer to
reduce the risk of fire.
e. Immediately clean up any spills or
washing compounds on the washer
and dryer using a damp cloth. The
dryer control panel and finish may be
damaged by some laundry pre-
treatment and stain remover products
if such products are sprayed on or
have direct contact with the dryer.
f. Avoid using sharp objects near the
washer and dryer. They could cause
damage to the machines, and the
student resident(s) may be held
responsible for such damage.
g. DO NOT leave clothes unattended at
any time. Collin College Student
Housing is not responsible for clothing
that is abandoned, lost, or stolen.
Waste Removal and Recycling:
a. Trash and recycling dumpsters are
located throughout Collin College
Student Housing.
b. It is each student resident’s
responsibility to place trash and
recycling
in
the
appropriate
dumpsters.
Move-out Cleaning Guidelines
When preparing to move out, student residents
must do the following:
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6.
Remove all belongings from the bedroom,
apartment, patio or balcony, and storage
room.
Remove all trash and dispose of it
properly.
Clean all exterior and interior surfaces of
the kitchen appliances, including the
refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, hood, and
microwave.
Sweep and mop all uncarpeted floors.
Vacuum all carpets.
Clean all bathrooms.
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