Kidde PI 2000 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/Ionization 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 manufactur-
er’s interconnect system, or connection with non-specified equipment
from another manufacturer 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 initi-
ating device limits.
Smoke Alarm User’s Guide
820-0905 REV. B
1475-7201-01
PI2000
For model: PI2000

The ion portion of this alarm detects products of combustion using
the ionization technique. It contains 0.9 microcurie of Americium
241, a radioactive material (see section 9).Distributed under U.S.
NRC License No. 32-23858-01E. Manufactured in compliance with
U.S. NRC safety criteria in 10 CFR 32.27. The purchaser is exempt
from any regulatory requirements. Do not try to repair the smoke
alarm yourself. Refer to the instructions in section 12 for service.
WARNING! BATTERY DOOR WILL NOT CLOSE UNLESS A BAT-
TERY IS PRESENT. REMOVAL OF THE SMOKE ALARM BAT-
TERY 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).
IMPORTANT! READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE INSTALLA-
TION AND KEEP THIS MANUAL NEAR THE ALARM FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE.
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 -- NRC INFORMATION
10 -- NFPA PROTECTION STANDARD 72
11 --
CALIFORNIA STATE FIRE MARSHAL REQUIRED INFORMATION
12 -- 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 construc-
tion.
• For mobile home installation, select locations carefully to avoid
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).
FIGURE 2 FIGURE 3
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 3ft (0.9m)of the highest point (measured horizontally).
NFPA 72 states: “Smoke alarms in rooms with ceiling slopes
greater than 1 ft in 8 ft (.3m in 2.4m) horizontally shall be locat-
ed 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 andfFigures 1 and 2).
In older mobile homes that are not well insulated compared to
present 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 protec-
tion, 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. Moisture or steam can cause nuisance
alarms.
• In insect-infested areas.
• Smoke alarms should not be installed within 3 ft (.9m) of the
following: the door to a kitchen, the door to a bathroom con-
taining a tub or shower, forced air supply ducts used for heating
or cooling, 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 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 recog-
nized junction box. All connections should be made by a quali-
fied electrician 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 jurisdic-
tion 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 inverter. 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 pro-
duce 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/Lifesaver devices may be interconnect-
ed in a multiple 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 inter-
connect up to a total of 6 remote signaling devices and/or relay
modules.
• When mixing models which have battery backup (1275, 1276,
1285, 1296, i12040, i12060, i12080, PE120, PI2000, KN-
COSM-IB, HD135F, KN-COB-IC, KN-COP-IC, RF-SM-ACDC) with
models without battery backup, (1235, i12020, KN-COSM-I,
120X, 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
FUSE OR CIRCUIT BREAKER
REDBLACK
WHITE
BLACK
WHITE
RED
CONNECTOR CONNECTOR
First
Alarm Additional Alarm
Kidde
Relay Module
SM120X
Additional
Alarm
Optional Accessory

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 BAT-
TERY 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 8).
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 6).
3. 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.
4. Plug the AC QUICK CONNECTOR into the back of the alarm
(see figure 5), 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.
5. If you have finished all the WIRING, BATTERY INSTALLATION
AND TRIM RING MOUNTING STEPS, you can install the alarm
on the trim ring. Note: The alarm will mount to the trim ring in
4 positions (every 90 degrees).

6. Install the alarm on the trim ring and rotate the alarm in the direc-
tion of the “ON” arrow on the cover until the alarm ratchets into
place (this ratcheting function allows for aesthetic alignment).
7. Turn on the AC power. The green AC Power On Indicator
should be lit when the alarm is operating from AC power.
TAMPER RESIST FEATURE: To make your smoke alarm tamper
resistant, a tamper resist feature has been provided. Activate the
tamper resist feature by breaking off the four posts in the square
holes in the trim ring (see figure 6). When the posts are broken
off, the tamper resist tab on the base is allowed to engage the
mounting bracket. Rotate the alarm onto the trim ring until you
hear the tamper resist tab snap into place, locking the alarm on
the trim ring. Using the tamper resist feature will help deter chil-
dren and others from removing the alarm from trim ring. NOTE: To
remove the alarm when the tamper resist tab is engaged, press
down on the tamper resist tab, and rotate the alarm off of the
trim ring (see figure 7).
After installation, TEST your alarm by pressing and holding the test
button for several seconds. This should sound the alarm.
AA
FIGURE 5
FIGURE 6
Posts
FIGURE 7

4. OPERATION AND TESTING
OPERATION: The smoke alarm is operating once AC power is
applied, 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 tem-
porarily desensitizing the alarm circuit for approximately 8 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 immedi-
ately and the red LED will flash every 2 seconds for approximately
8 minutes. This indicates that the alarm is in a temporarily desensi-
tized condition. The smoke alarm will automatically reset after
approximately 8 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. Pushing the
test/reset button on the alarm will end the hush period.
NOTE: DENSE SMOKE WILL OVERRIDE THE HUSH CONTROL
FEATURE AND SOUND A CONTINUOUS ALARM.
CAUTION: BEFORE USING THE ALARM HUSH FEATURE, IDEN-
TIFY 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 several modes of operation. The green LED is located
under the “Hush” button and indicates the presence of AC power.
Standby Condition: The red LED will flash every 30-40
seconds to indicate that the smoke
alarm is operating properly. The green
LED will be steady on, indicating the
presence of AC power.
Alarm Condition: When the alarm senses products of
combustion and goes into alarm, the
red LED will flash rapidly (once every
two seconds). The rapid flashing LED
and temporal alarm will continue until
the air is cleared.
Hush Condition: The red LED will flash every 2 seconds
as long as the alarm is in Hush mode.

Low Battery Condition: The red LED flash will be accompanied
by an audible chirp. Replace the battery
when this condition occurs.
Alarm Memory: This smoke alarm is equipped with an
alarm memory which provides a visual
indication when an alarm has been
activated. A steady on red LED indicates
the memory condition. The memory will
remain activated until it is reset by
pushing the test button.
In an interconnected installation only the memory of the originat-
ing alarm will be activated.
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 sec-
tion 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 originat-
ing unit) will flash rapidly. All other units in the interconnect system
will sound an alarm but their red LED’s will NOT flash rapidly.
TESTING: Test by pushing the test button on the cover and hold it
down for a minimum of 5 seconds. This will sound the alarm if the
electronic circuitry and horn and battery are working. In an inter-
connected installation all interconnected alarms should sound
when the test button on any one of the interconnected alarm is
pressed. If no alarm sounds, 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.
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 generated 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.
The Model PI2000 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.
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.
6. MAINTENANCE
ALARM REMOVAL
IF TAMPER RESIST FEATURE HAS BEEN ACTIVATED, REFER TO
TAMPER RESIST FEATURE DESCRIPTION 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.
To disconnect the AC power harness, squeeze the locking arms on
the sides of the Quick Connector while pulling the connector away
from the bottom of the alarm (see section 3, figure 5).
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.
When installing the battery, press the battery reminder finger
down into the battery compartment and install the battery (see
figure 5).
FIGURE 8
Battery
Reminder
Finger

CAUTION! IF THE BATTERY REMINDER FINGER IS NOT HELD
DOWN IN THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT BY THE BATTERY,
THE BATTERY DOOR WILL NOT CLOSE, THE AC QUICK CON-
NECTOR WILL NOT ATTACH TO THE ALARM, AND THE
ALARM WILL NOT ATTACH TO THE TRIM RING.
The Model PI2000 Smoke Alarm is powered by a 9V alkaline bat-
tery (lithium batteries may also be used). A fresh battery should
last for one year under normal operating conditions. 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.
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
After installing or changing the battery, reinstall your alarm. Test
your alarm by using the test button and check that the green LED
is on.
NOTE: WEEKLY TESTING IS REQUIRED.
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 vacu-
um cleaner hose and blowing or vacuuming through the openings
around the perimeter of the alarm. The outside of the alarm can
be wiped with a damp cloth. After cleaning, reinstall your alarm
and test your alarm by using the test button and check that the
green LED is on. If cleaning does not restore the alarm to normal
operation the alarm should be replaced.
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.
• Abatterypoweredalarmmusthavea batteryofthe specifiedtype,
ingoodcondition andinstalledproperly.
•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 poli-
cy. Home owners and renters should have adequate insurance
to protect their lives and property.

8. GOOD SAFETY HABITS
DEVELOP AND PRACTICE A PLAN OF ESCAPE
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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. NRC INFORMATION
The ionization portion of this smoke alarm uses a very small
amount of a radioactive element in the sensing chamber to enable
detection of visible and invisible combustion products. The radioac-
tive element is safely contained in the chamber and requires no
adjustments or maintenance. This smoke alarm meets or exceeds all
government standards. It is manufactured and distributed under
license from the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission.
10. 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 multi-
ple-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 additional
smoke alarms for those areas for increased protection. The addi-
tional areas include the basement, bedrooms, dining room, fur-
nace 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 condi-
tions that can result in improper operation.
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 COM-
PANY OF YOUR SMOKE ALARM INSTALLATION.
11. 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 household
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,
kitchens, hallways, attics, furnace rooms, closets, utility and stor-
age rooms, basements and attached garages”.
12. 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).

FIVE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
KIDDE Safety warrants to the original purchaser that the enclosed smoke
alarm (but not the battery) will be free from defects in material and work-
manship or design under normal use and service for a period of five years
from the date of purchase. The obligation of KIDDE Safety 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 Safety, 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 SAFETY 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 SAFETY 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 con-
sequential 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.
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820-0905 REV. B
PI2000
Guía del usuario
de alarmas contra humo
Para el modelo: PI2000
Alarma contra humo de ionización/fotoeléctrica de estación
única y/o múltiples estaciones (hasta 24 dispositivos) con
cableado de CA, con batería de emergencia de 9 voltios y control
de silenciador para silenciar temporalmente alarmas molestas.
Gracias por comprar esta alarma contra humo, es parte importante del plan de seguridad de
su hogar. Puede confiar en que este producto protegerá su seguridad con la más alta
calidad. Sabemos que usted no espera menos cuando la vida de su familia está en juego. Las
alarmas y accesorios Kidde SÓLO SE PUEDEN interconectar con otras alarmas y accesorios
Kidde, así como con marcas y modelos especificados de alarmas de interconexión
compatibles. La conexión de productos Kidde a sistemas interconectados de fabricantes no
especificados, o la conexión de un equipo no especificado a un sistema Kidde ya instalado,
podría traer como consecuencia alarmas molestas,fallas de la alarma o daños a uno o todos
los dispositivos del sistema interconectado. Consulte la Guía del usuario que se entrega con
cada producto Kidde para conocer los modelos, las marcas y los dispositivos especificados de
interconexión compatibles. Consulte las instrucciones de cableado en la Sección 3 para
informarse de los límites de los dispositivos iniciadores de la Asociación Nacional de
Protección contra Incendios (National Fire Protection Association, NFPA)
Para su comodidad, escriba la siguiente información.
Si llama a nuestra línea directa para el consumidor, éstas
son las primeras preguntas que se le formularán.
Número de modelo de la alarma contra humo
(ubicado en la parte posterior de la alarma):
Código de fecha (ubicado en la parte posterior de la
alarma). La Asociación Nacional de Protección contra
Incendios (National FireProtection Association, NFPA)
y el fabricante recomiendan reemplazar esta alarma
diez años después del código de fecha:
Fecha de compra:
Lugar de compra:

La parte de ion de esta alarma detecta productos de combustión usando la técnica de
ionización. Contiene 0.9 microcurios de americio 241, que es un material radiactivo
(consulte la Sección 9). Se distribuye bajo licencia de la Comisión reguladora nuclear de
los Estados Unidos Nº 32-23858-01E. Fabricada en conformidad con los criterios de
seguridad de NRC de EE.UU. en 10 CFR 32.27. El comprador está exento de todo
requisito reglamentario. No intente reparar usted mismo la alarma contra humo.
Consulte las instrucciones en la Sección 12 para obtener información sobre servicio.
¡ADVERTENCIA! LA PUERTA DEL COMPARTIMIENTO DE LA BATERÍA NO SE
CERRARÁ SI LA BATERÍA NO SE ENCUENTRA ADENTRO. EL RETIRO DE LA
BATERÍA DE LA ALARMA CONTRA HUMO Y LA DESCONEXIÓN O CORTE DE
LA CA HARÁN QUE LA ALARMA NO FUNCIONE..
ESPECIFICACIONES ELÉCTRICAS: 120 VCA, 60 HZ, 80 mA máximo por alarma (80 mA
máximo para la unidad de origen con 24 dispositivos interconectados).
¡IMPORTANTE! LEA TODAS LAS INSTRUCCIONES ANTES DE LA INSTALACIÓN
YMANTENGA ESTE MANUAL CERCA DE LA ALARMA PARA CONSULTARLO EN
EL FUTURO.
CONTENIDO DE ESTE MANUAL
1 — UBICACIONES RECOMENDADAS PARA LAS ALARMAS
CONTRA HUMO
2 — UBICACIONES QUE ES NECESARIO EVITAR
3 — INSTRUCCIONES DE INSTALACIÓN
4 — FUNCIONAMIENTO Y PRUEBA
5 — ALARMAS MOLESTAS
6 — MANTENIMIENTO
7 — LIMITACIONES DE LAS ALARMAS CONTRA HUMO
8 — BUENAS PRÁCTICAS DE SEGURIDAD
9 — INFORMACIÓN DE NRC
10 — NORMA 72 DE PROTECCIÓN DE NFPA
11 — INFORMACIÓN REQUERIDA POR EL JEFE DE BOMBEROS
DEL ESTADO DE CALIFORNIA
12 — SERVICIO Y GARANTÍA
1. UBICACIONES RECOMENDADAS PARA
LAS ALARMAS
• Ubique la primera alarma en el área inmediata a los dormitorios. Supervise la salida
de emergencia, ya que los dormitorios generalmente están más lejos de la salida. Si
existe más de un área de dormitorios, ubique alarmas adicionales en cada una de
estas áreas.
• Ubique alarmas adicionales para supervisar cada escalera, puesto que éstas actúan
como chimeneas para el humo y el calor.
• Ubique como mínimo una alarma en cada piso.
• Ubique una alarma en cada dormitorio.
• Ubique una alarma en cada habitación en que funcionen aparatos eléctricos (es decir,
calefactores o humidificadores portátiles).
•Ubique una alarma en cada habitación donde alguien duerma con la puerta cerrada,
ya que ésta podría impedir que la alarma ubicada fuera de esa pieza despierte a la
persona que duerme.
• El humo, el calor y los productos de combustión suben al cielo raso y se propagan
horizontalmente. La instalación de la alarma contra humo en el cielo raso al centro
de la habitación ubica la alarma más cerca de todos los puntos de la habitación. En
construcciones de viviendas comunes, es preferible la instalación en cielo raso.

• Para la instalación de alarmas en casas rodantes, seleccione cuidadosamente los
lugares de instalación para evitar que se formen barreras térmicas en el cielo raso.
Para obtener más detalles, consulte INSTALACIÓN EN CASAS RODANTES a
continuación.
• Al instalar una alarma en el cielo raso, colóquela a una distancia mínima de 4 pulg.
(10 cm) de la pared lateral (consulte la Figura 1).
• Al instalar la alarma en la pared, use una pared interior con el borde superior de la
alarma a un mínimo de 4 pulg. (10 cm) y un máximo de 12 pulg. (30.5 cm) bajo el
cielo raso. (Consulte la Figura 1).
• Ubique las alarmas contra humo en ambos extremos del dormitorio, pasillo o
habitación grande, si el pasillo o la habitación tiene más de 30 pies (9.1 m) de largo.
• Instale las alarmas contra humo en cielos rasos con pendiente, a dos vertientes o
catedral, a 3 pies (0.9 m), o menos, del punto más alto (medido horizontalmente). La
NFPA 72 señala que “las alarmas contra humo en habitaciones con cielos rasos con
pendientes de más de 1 pie en 8 pies (0.3 m en 2.4 m), medido horizontalmente, se
deben ubicar en el lado más alto de la habitación”. La NFPA 72 señala que “las
alarmas en hilera deben estar separadas y se deben ubicar a menos de 3 pies (0.9 m)
del vértice del cielo raso medido horizontalmente” (consulte la Figura 3).
INSTALACIÓN EN CASAS RODANTES
Las casas rodantes modernas han sido diseñadas para lograr un uso eficiente de la
energía. Instale las alarmas contra humo como se recomendó anteriormente (consulte
UBICACIONES RECOMENDADAS y las Figuras 1 y 2).
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