Kidde P12040 User manual

For your convenience, write down the following
information. If you call our Consumer Hotline,
these are the first questions you will be asked.
Smoke Alarm Model Number
(located on back of alarm):
Date Code (located on back of alarm).
National Fire Protection Association
(NFPA) and the manufacturer
recommends replacing this alarm
ten years from the date code:
Date of Purchase:
Where Purchased:
AC Wire-in Single and/or Multiple Station (up to 24 Devices)
Photoelectric Smoke Alarm with 9 Volt Battery Back Up and
“HUSH” Control to temporarily silence nuisance alarms.
Thank you for purchasing this smoke alarm. It is an important
part of your family’s home safety plan. You can trust this product
to provide the highest quality safety protection. We know you
expect nothing less when the lives of your family are at stake.
Kidde alarms and accessories CAN ONLY BE interconnected with
other Kidde alarms and accessories as well as specified brands and
models of interconnect compatible alarms. Connection of Kidde
products to a non-specified manufacturer’s interconnect system,
or connection with non-specified equipment from another manu-
facturer into an existing Kidde system could result in nuisance
alarming, failure to alarm, or damage to one or all of the devices
in the interconnect system. Refer to the User’s Guide supplied with
each Kidde product for interconnect compatible models, brands,
and devices. Refer to the wiring instructions in section 3 for NFPA
initiating device limits.
Smoke Alarm User’s Guide
21008164-EN Rev A
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P12040
For model: P12040
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WARNING! BATTERY DOOR WILL NOT CLOSE UNLESS A
BATTERY IS PRESENT. REMOVAL OF THE SMOKE ALARM
BATTERY AND DISCONNECTING OR LOSS OF AC POWER
WILL RENDER THE SMOKE ALARM INOPERATIVE.
ELECTRICAL RATING: 120 VAC, 60HZ, 80mA maximum per alarm
(maximum 80mA for originating unit with 24 devices interconnected).
CONTENTS OF THIS MANUAL
1 -- RECOMMENDED LOCATIONS FOR SMOKE ALARMS
2 -- LOCATIONS TO AVOID
3 -- INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
4 -- OPERATION AND TESTING
5 -- NUISANCE ALARMS
6 -- MAINTENANCE
7 -- LIMITATIONS OF SMOKE ALARMS
8 -- GOOD SAFETY HABITS
9 -- NFPA PROTECTION STANDARD 72
10 --
CALIFORNIA STATE FIRE MARSHAL REQUIRED INFORMATION
11 -- SERVICE AND WARRANTY
1. RECOMMENDED LOCATIONS FOR ALARMS
• Locate the first alarm in the immediate area of the bedrooms.
Try to monitor the exit path as the bedrooms are usually farthest
from the exit. If more than one sleeping area exists, locate addi-
tional alarms in each sleeping area.
• Locate additional alarms to monitor any stairway as stairways act
like chimneys for smoke and heat.
• Locate at least one alarm on every floor level.
• Locate an alarm in every bedroom.
• Locate an alarm in every room where electrical appliances are
operated (i.e. portable heaters or humidifiers).
• Locate an alarm in every room where someone sleeps with the
door closed. The closed door may prevent an alarm not located
in that room from waking the sleeper.
• Smoke, heat, and combustion products rise to the ceiling and
spread horizontally. Mounting the smoke alarm on the ceiling in
the center of the room places it closest to all points in the room.
Ceiling mounting is preferred in ordinary residential construction.
• For mobile home installation, select locations carefully to avoid
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thermal barriers that may form at the ceiling. For more details,
see MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION below.
• When mounting an alarm on the ceiling, locate it at a minimum
of 4” (10cm) from the side wall (see figure 1).
• When mounting the alarm on the wall, use an inside wall with
the top edge of the alarm at a minimum of 4” (10cm) and a
maximum of 12” (30.5cm) below the ceiling (see figure 1).
• Put smoke alarms at both ends of a bedroom hallway or large
room if the hallway or room is more than 30 ft (9.1 m) long.
• Install Smoke Alarms on sloped, peaked or cathedral ceilings
at or within 3 ft (0.9m) of the highest point (measured hori-
zontally). NFPA 72 states: “Smoke alarms in rooms with ceiling
slopes greater than 1 ft in 8 ft (.3m in 2.4m) horizontally shall
be located on the high side of the room.” NFPA 72 states: “A
row of alarms shall be spaced and located within 3 ft (0.9m) of
the peak of the ceiling measured horizontally” (see figure 3).
MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION
Modern mobile homes have been designed and built to be energy
efficient. Install smoke alarms as recommended above (refer to
RECOMMENDED LOCATIONS and figures 1 and 2).
FIGURE 2 FIGURE 3
FIGURE 1
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In older mobile homes that are not well insulated compared to pres-
ent standards, extreme heat or cold can be transferred from the
outside to the inside through poorly insulated walls and roof. This
may create a thermal barrier which can prevent the smoke from
reaching an alarm mounted on the ceiling. In such units, install the
smoke alarm on an inside wall with the top edge of the alarm at a
minimum of 4” (10cm) and a maximum of 12” (30.5cm) below the
ceiling (see figure 1).
If you are not sure about the insulation in your mobile home, or if
you notice that the outer walls and ceiling are either hot or cold,
install the alarm on an inside wall. For minimum protection, install
at least one alarm close to the bedrooms. For additional protection,
see SINGLE FLOOR PLAN in figure 2.
WARNING: TEST YOUR SMOKE ALARM OPERATION AFTER RV
OR MOBILE HOME VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN STORAGE, BEFORE
EACH TRIP AND AT LEAST ONCE A WEEK DURING USE.
2. LOCATIONS TO AVOID
• In the garage. Products of combustion are present when you
start your automobile.
• Less than 4” (10cm) from the peak of an “A” frame type ceiling.
• In an area where the temperature may fall below 40ºF or rise
above 100ºF, such as garages and unfinished attics.
• In dusty areas. Dust particles may cause nuisance alarm or failure
to alarm.
• In very humid areas (greater than 85% R.H.). Moisture or steam
can cause nuisance alarms.
• In insect-infested areas.
• Smoke alarms should not be installed within 3 ft (.9m) of the fol-
lowing: the door to a kitchen, the door to a bathroom containing
a tub or shower, forced air supply ducts used for heating or cool-
ing, ceiling or whole house ventilating fans, or other high air flow
areas.
• Kitchens. Normal cooking may cause nuisance alarms. If a kitchen
alarm is desired, it should have an alarm silence feature or be a
photoelectric type.
• Near fluorescent lights. Electronic “noise” may cause nuisance
alarms.
• Smoke alarms are not to be used with detector guards unless the
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combination (alarm and guard) has been evaluated and found
suitable for that purpose.
3. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
WIRING REQUIREMENTS
• This smoke alarm should be installed on a U.L. listed or recognized
junction box. All connections should be made by a qualified elec-
trician and all wiring used shall be in accordance with articles 210
and 300.3(B) of the U.S. National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70,
NFPA 72 and/or any other codes having jurisdiction in your area.
The multiple station interconnect wiring to the alarms must be run
in the same raceway or cable as the AC power wiring. In addition,
the resistance of the interconnect wiring shall be a maximum of
10 ohms.
• The appropriate power source is 120 Volt AC Single Phase sup-
plied from a non-switchable circuit which is not protected by a
ground fault interrupter.
• WARNING: This alarm cannot be operated from power derived
from a square wave, modified square wave or modified sine wave
inverters. These types of inverters are sometimes used to supply
power to the structure in off grid installations, such as solar or
wind derived power sources. These power sources produce high
peak voltages that will damage the alarm.
WIRING INSTRUCTIONS FOR AC QUICK CONNECT HARNESS
CAUTION! TURN OFF THE MAIN POWER TO THE CIRCUIT
BEFORE WIRING THE ALARM.
• For alarms that are used as single station, DO NOT CONNECT THE
RED WIRE TO ANYTHING. Leave the red wire insulating cap in
place to make certain that the red wire cannot contact any metal
parts or the electrical box.
• When alarms are interconnected, all interconnected units must be
powered from a single circuit.
• A maximum of 24 Kidde devices may be interconnected in a mul-
tiple station arrangement. The interconnect system should not
exceed the NFPA interconnect limit of 12 smoke alarms and/or 18
alarms total (smoke, heat, carbon monoxide, etc.). With 18 alarms
interconnected, it is still possible to interconnect up to a total of 6
remote signaling devices and/or relay modules.
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• When mixing models which have battery backup (i12040, i12040A,
i12060, i12060A, i12080, i12080A, i12090A, i4618, i1418A, 1275,
1276, 1285, 1296, PE120, P12040, PI2000, PI2010, KN-COSM-
IB, RF-SM-ACDC, KN-COPE-I, KN-SMFM-I, HD135F, KN-COB-IC,
KN-COP-IC) with models without battery backup, (i1235, i12020,
i12020A, KN-COSM-I SM120X, CO120X, SL177I) be advised that
the models without battery backup will not respond during an AC
power failure.
• The maximum wire run distance between the first and last unit in
an interconnected system is 1000 feet.
• Figure 4 illustrates interconnection wiring. Improper connection
will result in damage to the alarm, failure to operate, or a shock
hazard.
• Make certain alarms are wired to a continuous (non-switched)
power line. NOTE: Use standard UL listed household wire (as
required by local codes) available at all electrical supply stores and
most hardware stores.
FIGURE 4 INTERCONNECT WIRING DIAGRAM
WIRES ON ALARM HARNESS CONNECTED TO
Black Hot Side of AC Line
White Neutral Side of AC Line
Red Interconnect Lines (Red Wires) of
Other Units in the Multiple
Station Set up
BATTERY INSTALLATION
See Maintenance (section 6) for battery installation
CAUTION! IF BATTERY REMINDER FINGER IS NOT HELD DOWN
IN THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT BY THE BATTERY, THE
BATTERY DOOR WILL NOT CLOSE, THE AC QUICK CONNECTOR
WILL NOT ATTACH TO THE ALARM, AND THE ALARM WILL NOT
ATTACH TO THE TRIM RING (SEE SECTION 6, FIGURE 9).
FUSE
OR
CIRCUIT
BREAKER
REDBLACK
WHITE
BLACK
WHITE
RED
CONNECTOR CONNECTOR
Kidde
Relay Module
SM120X
First
Alarm
Additional
Alarm Optional
Accessory Additional
Alarm
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MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION: THIS UNIT IS SEALED. THE COVER IS NOT REMOVABLE!
1. Remove the trim ring from the back of the alarm by holding the
trim ring and twisting the alarm in the direction indicated by the
“OFF” arrow on the alarm cover.
2. After selecting the proper smoke alarm location as described
in section 1 and wiring the AC QUICK CONNECT harness as
described in the WIRING INSTRUCTIONS, attach the trim ring to
the electrical box (see figure 5).
3. Use a screwdriver to punch out only the pair of holes in the trim
ring that match your type of electrical box or plaster ring. Mount
the trim ring to the electrical box, using the appropriate holes.
NOTE: Use the circle, square and octagon markings near each
mounting hole in the trim ring to help you select the correct
mounting holes (see figure 5).
4. Pull the AC QUICK CONNECTOR through the center hole in the
trim ring and mount the ring, making sure that the mounting
screws are positioned in the small ends of the keyholes before
tightening the screws (see figure 5).
5. Plug the AC QUICK CONNECTOR into the back of the alarm (see
figure 6), making sure that the locks on the connector snap into
place. Then push the excess wire back into the electrical box
through the hole in the center of the trim ring.
6. If you have finished all the WIRING, BATTERY INSTALLATION AND
TRIM RING MOUNTING STEPS, you can install the alarm on the
trim ring. Alignment marks are provided on the side of the alarm
and on the trim ring (see figure 7).
7. Install the alarm on the trim ring with the indicating marks
aligned and rotate the alarm in the direction of the “ON” arrow
on the cover until the alarm snaps in place (see figure 7).
8. Turn on the AC power. The green AC Power On Indicator should
be lit when the alarm is operating from AC power.
FIGURE 5 SELECT CORRECT MOUNTING HOLES ON TRIM RING
Rectangular
Plaster Ring
Circular
Plaster Ring
Octagonal
Electrical Box
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TAMPER RESIST LOCKING PIN: To make your smoke alarm tamper
resistant, a locking pin has been provided with your alarm. Using
this pin will help deter children and others from removing the
alarm from trim ring. To use the pin, insert it into the hole in the
side of the alarm after the alarm has been installed on the trim
ring (see figure 8). NOTE: The tamper resist pin will have to be
removed in order to change the batteries. Use long nose pliers to
pull the pin out of the hole. It is now possible to remove the alarm
from the trim ring.
After installation, TEST your alarm by pressing and holding the test
button for several seconds. This should sound the alarm.
4. OPERATION AND TESTING
OPERATION: The smoke alarm is operating once a fresh battery is
installed and testing is complete. When products of combustion
are sensed, the unit sounds a loud 85db pulsating alarm until the
air is cleared.
HUSH CONTROL: The “HUSH” feature has the capability of
temporarily desensitizing the alarm circuit for approximately 10
minutes. This feature is to be used only when a known alarm
condition, such as smoke from cooking activates the alarm. The
smoke alarm is desensitized by pushing the “HUSH” button on the
smoke alarm cover. If the smoke is not too dense, the alarm will
silence immediately and the red LED will flash every 10 seconds
for approximately 10 minutes. This indicates that the alarm is in a
temporarily desensitized condition. The smoke alarm will automati-
cally reset after approximately 10 minutes, and sound the alarm if
smoke is still present. The “HUSH” feature can be used repeatedly
until the air has been cleared of the condition causing the alarm.
NOTE: DENSE SMOKE WILL OVERRIDE THE HUSH CONTROL
FEATURE AND SOUND A CONTINUOUS ALARM.
To remove AC
connector,
squeeze
locking
arms and
pull.
Tamper resistant
locking pin
Alignment Marks
Remove
Install
FIGURE 6 FIGURE 7 FIGURE 8
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CAUTION: BEFORE USING THE ALARM HUSH FEATURE,
IDENTIFY THE SOURCE OF THE SMOKE AND BE CERTAIN
A SAFE CONDITION EXISTS.
LED INDICATORS: This smoke alarm is equipped with red and green
LED indicators. The red LED is located under the test button and has
two modes of operation.
Standby Condition: The red LED will flash every 30-40
seconds to indicate that the smoke
alarm is operating properly.
Alarm Condition: When the alarm senses products of
combustion and goes into alarm, the red
LED will flash rapidly (one flash per second).
The rapid flashing LED and pulsating alarm
will continue until the air is cleared.
Hush Condition: The red LED will flash every 10 seconds
as long as the alarm is in Hush mode.
SMOKE SENSING CHAMBER OPERATION: This alarm will “chirp” if
any of the components in the smoke sensing chamber fail. This chirp
will occur between the flashes of the red LED indicator light. (If the
chirp occurs at the same time as the red LED flash, see section 6 for
low battery information).
WHEN UNITS ARE INTERCONNECTED, only the red LED of the alarm
which senses the smoke or is being tested (the originating unit) will
flash rapidly. All other units in the interconnect system will sound an
alarm but their red LED’s will NOT flash rapidly.
The green LED will be steady on to indicate the presence of AC power.
TESTING: Test by pushing the test button on the cover and holding it
down for a minimum of 5 seconds. This will sound the alarm if the
electronic circuitry, horn, and battery are working. In an intercon-
nected installation all interconnected alarms should sound when the
test button on any one of the interconnected alarm is pressed. If no
alarm sounds, check the fuse or circuit breaker supplying power to
the alarm circuit. Verify the green LED is on. If the alarm still does
not sound, the unit has defective batteries or other failure. DO NOT
use an open flame to test your alarm, you could damage the alarm
or ignite combustible materials and start a structure fire.
TEST THE ALARM WEEKLY TO ENSURE PROPER OPERATION. Erratic
or low sound coming from your alarm may indicate a defective
alarm, and it should be returned for service (see section 12).
NOTE: WEEKLY TESTING IS REQUIRED.
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5. NUISANCE ALARMS
Smoke alarms are designed to minimize nuisance alarms.
Cigarette smoke will not normally set off the alarm, unless the
smoke is blown directly into the alarm. Combustion particles from
cooking may set off the alarm if the alarm is located close to the
cooking area. Large quantities of combustible particles are gener-
ated from spills or when broiling. Using the fan on a range hood
which vents to the outside (non-recirculating type) will also help
remove these combustible products from the kitchen.
If the alarm does sound, check for fires first. If a fire is discovered,
get out and call the fire department. If no fire is present, check
to see if one of the reasons listed in section 2 may have caused
the alarm. The Model P12040 has a “HUSH” control that is
extremely useful in a kitchen area or other areas prone to nuisance
alarms. For more information refer to section 4, OPERATION AND
TESTING.
6. MAINTENANCE
IF TAMPER RESIST PIN HAS BEEN USED, REFER TO TAMPER
RESIST LOCKING PIN IN SECTION 3 FOR PIN REMOVAL
INSTRUCTIONS.
To replace the battery, remove the alarm from the trim ring by
rotating the alarm in the direction of the “OFF” arrow on the
cover (see Section 3, Figure 7) To disconnect the A.C. power
harness, squeeze the locking arms on the sides of the Quick con-
nector while pulling the connector away from the bottom of the
alarm (see Section 3, Figure 6).
BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL
To replace or install the batteries, you must first remove the alarm
from the trim ring by following the ALARM REMOVAL instructions
at the beginning of this section. After alarm has been removed,
you can open the battery door and install or replace the battery.
Battery installation instructions are provided on the inside of the
battery door.
FIGURE 9
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When installing the battery, press the battery reminder finger
down into the battery compartment and install the battery (see
Figure 9).
CAUTION! IF THE BATTERY REMINDER FINGER IS NOT HELD
DOWN IN THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT BY THE BATTERY,
THE BATTERY DOOR WILL NOT CLOSE, THE A.C. QUICK
CONNECTOR WILL NOT ATTACH TO THE ALARM, AND THE
ALARM WILL NOT ATTACH TO THE TRIM RING.
The Model P12040 Smoke Alarm uses a 9V backup battery
(Carbon zinc, alkaline and lithium batteries may be used). A fresh
battery should last for one year under normal operating condi-
tions. This alarm has a low battery monitor circuit which will
cause the alarm to “chirp” approximately every 30 - 40 seconds
for a minimum of seven (7) days when the battery gets low.
Replace the battery when this condition occurs.
USE ONLY THE FOLLOWING 9 VOLT BATTERIES FOR SMOKE
ALARM REPLACEMENT.
Carbon Zinc Type: EVEREADY 1222;
GOLD PEAK 1604P OR 1604S
Alkaline Type: ENERGIZER 522; DURACELL MN1604,
MX1604,GOLD PEAK 1604A
PANASONIC 6AM6, 6AM-6, 6AM-6PI,
6AM6X, and 6LR61(GA)
Lithium Type: ULTRALIFE U9VL-J
NOTE: WEEKLY TESTING IS REQUIRED.
WARNING!! USE ONLY THE BATTERIES SPECIFIED. USE OF
DIFFERENT BATTERIES MAY HAVE A DETRIMENTAL EFFECT
ON THE SMOKE ALARM.
CLEANING YOUR ALARM
YOUR ALARM SHOULD BE CLEANED AT LEAST ONCE A YEAR
To clean your alarm, remove it from the mounting bracket as out-
lined in the beginning of this section. You can clean the interior
of your alarm (sensing chamber) by using compressed air or a vac-
uum cleaner hose and blowing or vacuuming through the open-
ings around the perimeter of the alarm. The outside of the alarm
can be wiped with a damp cloth. If cleaning does not restore the
alarm to normal operation the alarm should be replaced.
After cleaning, reinstall your alarm. Test your alarm by using the
test button and check that the green LED is on.
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7. LIMITATIONS OF SMOKE ALARMS
WARNING: PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND THOROUGHLY
• NFPA 72 states: Life safety from fire in residential occupancies
is based primarily on early notification to occupants of the need
to escape, followed by the appropriate egress actions by those
occupants. Fire warning systems for dwelling units are capable
of protecting about half of the occupants in potentially fatal
fires. Victims are often intimate with the fire, too old or young,
or physically or mentally impaired such that they cannot escape
even when warned early enough that escape should be possible.
For these people, other strategies such as protection-in-place or
assisted escape or rescue are necessary.
• Smoke alarms are devices that can provide early warning of pos-
sible fires at a reasonable cost; however, alarms have sensing
limitations. Ionization sensing alarms may detect invisible fire
particles (associated with fast flaming fires) sooner than photo-
electric alarms. Photoelectric sensing alarms may detect visible
fire particles (associated with slow smoldering fires) sooner than
ionization alarms. Home fires develop in different ways and are
often unpredictable. For maximum protection, Kidde recom-
mends that both Ionization and Photoelectric alarms be installed.
• A battery powered alarm must have a battery of the specified type,
in good condition and installed properly.
• AC powered alarms (without battery backup) will not operate if
the AC power has been cut off, such as by an electrical fire or
an open fuse.
• Smoke alarms must be tested regularly to make sure the batter-
ies and the alarm circuits are in good operating condition.
• Smoke alarms cannot provide an alarm if smoke does not reach
the alarm. Therefore, smoke alarms may not sense fires starting
in chimneys, walls, on roofs, on the other side of a closed door
or on a different floor.
• If the alarm is located outside the bedroom or on a different
floor, it may not wake up a sound sleeper.
• The use of alcohol or drugs may also impair one’s ability to hear
the smoke alarm. For maximum protection, a smoke alarm
should be installed in each sleeping area on every level of a
home.
• Although smoke alarms can help save lives by providing an early
warning of a fire, they are not a substitute for an insurance
policy. Home owners and renters should have adequate insur-
ance to protect their lives and property.
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8. GOOD SAFETY HABITS
DEVELOP AND PRACTICE A PLAN OF ESCAPE
• Install and maintain fire extinguishers on every level of the home
and in the kitchen, basement and garage. Know how to use a
fire extinguisher prior to an emergency.
• Make a floor plan indicating all doors and windows and at least
two (2) escape routes from each room. Second story windows
may need a rope or chain ladder.
• Have a family meeting and discuss your escape plan, showing
everyone what to do in case of fire.
• Determine a place outside your home where you all can meet
if a fire occurs.
• Familiarize everyone with the sound of the smoke alarm and
train them to leave your home when they hear it.
• Practice a fire drill at least every six months, including fire drills
at night. Ensure that small children hear the alarm and wake
when it sounds. They must wake up in order to execute the
escape plan. Practice allows all occupants to test your plan
before an emergency. You may not be able to reach your chil-
dren. It is important they know what to do.
• Current studies have shown smoke alarms may not awaken all
sleeping individuals, and that it is the responsibility of individuals
in the household that are capable of assisting others to provide
assistance to those who may not be awakened by the alarm
sound, or to those who may be incapable of safely evacuating
the area unassisted.
WHAT TO DO WHEN THE ALARM SOUNDS
• Alert small children in the home.
• Leave immediately by your escape plan. Every second counts,
so don’t waste time getting dressed or picking up valuables.
• In leaving, don’t open any inside door without first feeling its
surface. If hot, or if you see smoke seeping through cracks,
don’t open that door! Instead, use your alternate exit. If the
inside of the door is cool, place your shoulder against it, open it
slightly and be ready to slam it shut if heat and smoke rush in.
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• Stay close to the floor if the air is smoky. Breathe shallowly
through a cloth, wet if possible.
• Once outside, go to your selected meeting place and make
sure everyone is there.
• Call the fire department from your neighbor’s home -
not from yours!
• Don’t return to your home until the fire officials say that
it is all right to do so.
There are situations where a smoke alarm may not be effective
to protect against fire as stated in the NFPA Standard 72.
For instance:
a) smoking in bed
b) leaving children home alone
c) cleaning with flammable liquids, such as gasoline
9. NFPA REQUIRED PROTECTION
The National Fire Protection Association’s Standard 72 provides
the following information:
Smoke Detection - Where required by applicable laws, codes,
or standards for the specified occupancy, approved single- and
multiple-station smoke alarms shall be installed as follows: (1) In
all sleeping rooms Exception: Smoke alarms shall not be required
in sleeping rooms in existing one- and two-family dwelling units.
(2) Outside of each separate sleeping area, in immediate vicinity of
the sleeping rooms. (3) On each level of the dwelling unit, includ-
ing basements Exception: In existing one- and two-family dwelling
units, approved smoke alarms powered by batteries are permitted.
Smoke Detection - Are More Smoke Alarms Desirable? The
required number of smoke alarms might not provide reliable early
warning protection for those areas separated by a door from the
areas protected by the required smoke alarms. For this reason, it
is recommended that the householder consider the use of addi-
tional smoke alarms for those areas for increased protection. The
additional areas include the basement, bedrooms, dining room,
furnace room, utility room, and hallways not protected by the
required smoke alarms. The installation of the smoke alarms in
the kitchen, attic (finished or unfinished), or garage is normally
not recommended, as these locations occasionally experience
conditions that can result in improper operation.
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This equipment should be installed in accordance with the
National Fire Protection Association’s Standard 72 (NFPA,
Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269).
NOTIFY YOUR LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT AND INSURANCE
COMPANY OF YOUR SMOKE ALARM INSTALLATION.
10. CAUTION (AS REQUIRED BY THE CALIFORNIA
STATE FIRE MARSHAL)
“Early warning fire detection is best achieved by the installation
of fire detection equipment in all rooms and areas of the house-
hold as follows. A smoke alarm installed in each separate sleeping
area (in the vicinity of, but outside of the bedrooms), and heat or
smoke alarms in the living rooms, dining rooms, bedrooms, kitch-
ens, hallways, attics, furnace rooms, closets, utility and storage
rooms, basements and attached garages”.
11. SERVICE AND WARRANTY
If after reviewing this manual you feel that your smoke alarm is
defective in any way, do not tamper with the unit. Return it for
servicing to: Kidde, 1016 Corporate Park Dr., Mebane, NC 27302.
1-800-880-6788 (See Warranty for in-warranty returns).
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TEN YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Kidde warrants to the original purchaser that the enclosed smoke alarm
(but not the battery) will be free from defects in material and workman-
ship or design under normal use and service for a period of ten years
from the date of purchase. The obligation of Kidde under this warranty
is limited to repairing or replacing the smoke alarm or any part which we
find to be defective in material, workmanship or design, free of charge
to the customer, upon sending the smoke alarm with proof of date
of purchase, postage and return postage prepaid, to Warranty Service
Department, Kidde, 1016 Corporate Park Dr., Mebane, NC 27302.
This warranty shall not apply to the smoke alarm if it has been damaged,
modified, abused or altered after the date of purchase or if it fails to
operate due to improper maintenance or inadequate AC or DC electrical
power.
THE LIABILITY OF KIDDE OR ANY OF ITS PARENT OR SUBSIDIARY
CORPORATIONS ARISING FROM THE SALE OF THIS SMOKE ALARM OR
UNDER THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL NOT IN ANY
CASE EXCEED THE COST OF REPLACEMENT OF SMOKE ALARM AND,
IN NO CASE, SHALL KIDDE OR ANY OF ITS PARENT OR SUBSIDIARY
CORPORATIONS BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL LOSS OR DAMAGES
RESULTING FROM THE FAILURE OF THE SMOKE ALARM OR FOR BREACH
OF THIS OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, EVEN IF THE
LOSS OR DAMAGE IS CAUSED BY THE COMPANY’S NEGLIGENCE OR
FAULT.
Since some states do not allow limitations on the duration of an implied
warranty or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, the above limitations or exclusions may not
apply to you. While this warranty gives you specific legal rights, you
may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Also, Kidde makes no warranty, express or implied, written or oral,
including that of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose,
with respect to the battery.
The above warranty may not be altered except in writing signed by
both parties hereto.
QUESTIONS OR FOR MORE INFORMATION
Call our Consumer Hotline at 1-800-880-6788 or contact
us at our website at www.kidde.com
Kidde, 1016 Corporate Park Drive, Mebane, NC 27302
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