Kidde Code One G Owner's Manual

Smoke Alarm Features

•These smoke alarms are powered by 120V AC (Model G) or 120V AC with a 9-volt battery back-up source (Model AD). AC/DC smoke alarms offer added protection in the event of a power failure.

•Unique power connector prevents interconnection with incompatible smoke alarms or security systems.

•This smoke alarm can be interconnected with as many as 17 other specific model smoke alarms.

•Optional tamper-resist feature can ser ve as a safeguard against tampering.

•Unique “battery missing” signal. The smoke alarm will not attach to the mounting bracket if a battery is not in the battery pocket on Model AD.

•Improperly connected or weak battery signal. The smoke alarm will sound a shor t beep about once a minute if the battery is weak or improperly connected on Model AD.

•Multi-purpose green and red LEDs indicate that the smoke alarm is receiving AC power, working under normal operation, and/or in alarm (Model AD only).

•Loud alarm horn-85 decibels at 10 feet-sounds to aler t you to an emergency.

•Test button checks smoke alarm operation.

•Constant green LED indicates the alarm is connected to and receiving AC Power.

Important Safety Information

•This smoke alarm requires constant 120-volt, AC power AND (Model AD only) a working 9-volt battery to operate properly. This smoke alarm WILL NOT work if AC power is not connected or has failed or been interrupted for any reason AND (Model AD only) the battery is removed, drained, or improperly connected. DO NOT use any other kind of battery except as specified in this manual (Model AD only). DO NOT connect this smoke alarm to any other type of smoke alarm or auxiliar y device, except those listed in this manual.

•DO NOT remove or disconnect battery or turn off AC power to quiet unwanted alarms. This will remove your protection. Open windows or fan the air around smoke alarm to silence it.

•The Push-to-Test button accurately tests all smoke alarm functions. DO NOT use any other test method. Test smoke alarm weekly to ensure proper operation.

•This smoke alarm should be installed only by a licensed, qualified electrician. Observe and follow all local and national electrical and building codes for installation.

• This smoke alarm is designed to be used inside a singlefamily household. In multi-family buildings, each individual living unit should have its own alarms. It is not a substitute for a complete commercial alarm system. It should be used only as supplemental protection in hotels, motels, dormitories, hospitals, nursing homes, or group homes.

•Install a smoke alarm in ever y room and on ever y level of the home. Smoke may not reach the smoke alarm for many reasons. For example, if a fire star ts in a remote

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WARNING: THIS SMOKE ALARM MAY SOUND A SHORT

BEEP WHEN POWER IS CONNECTED

MOKE ALARMS MUST NOT BE USED WITH DETECTOR

GUARDS UNLESS THE COMBINATION OF ALARM AND

GUARD HAS BEEN EVALUATED AND FOUND SUITABLE FOR

THAT PURPOSE

SMOKE ALARM

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Model G

120V IONIZATION SMOKE ALARM

Model AD

120V AC IONIZATION SMOKE ALARM WITH 9V DC BATTERY BACKUP

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The ionization type alarms are generally more ef fective at detecting fast, flaming fires which consume combustible materials rapidly and spread quickly. Sources of these fires may include flammable liquids or paper burning in a waste container. The photoelectric type alarms are generally more ef fective at detecting slow, smoldering fires which smolder for hours before bursting into flame. Sources of these fires may include cigarettes burning in couches or bedding. However, both types of alarms are designed to provide adequate detection of both types of fires. If you desire the benefits of both systems, you should install smoke alarms that combine in one alarm both photoelectric and ionization sensing technologies.

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part of the home, on another level, in a chimney, wall, roof, or on the other side of a closed door, smoke may not reach the smoke alarm in time to aler t household members. A smoke alarm will not promptly detect a fire EXCEPT in the area or room in which it is installed.

•Interconnected smoke alarms installed in ever y room and on every level of the household offer maximum protection. The National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) recommends interconnecting smoke alarms so that when one smoke alarm senses smoke and sounds its alarm, all others will sound as well. Do not interconnect smoke alarms from one individual family living unit to another. Do not connect this smoke alarm to any other type of alarm or auxiliary device.

• Smoke alarms may not aler t ever y household member every time. There may be limiting circumstances where a household member may not hear the alarm (e.g., outdoor or indoor noise, sound sleepers, drug or alcohol usage, the hard of hearing, etc.). If you suspect that this smoke alarm may not alert a household member, install and maintain specialty smoke alarms. 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.

• Smoke alarms can only sound their alarms when they detect smoke. Smoke alarms detect combustion par ticles in the air. They do not sense heat, flame, or gas. This smoke alarm is designed to give audible warning of a developing fire. However, many fires are fast-burning, explosive, or intentional. Others are caused by carelessness or safety hazards. Smoke may not reach the smoke alarm QUICKLY ENOUGH to ensure safe escape.

•Smoke alarms have limitations. This smoke alarm is not foolproof and is not warranted to protect lives or property from fire. Smoke alarms are not a substitute for insurance. Homeowners and renters should insure their lives and property. In addition, it is possible for the smoke alarm to fail at any time. For this reason, you must test the smoke alarm weekly and replace ever y 10 years.

•Smoke alarms must not be used with detector guards unless the combination of alarm and guard has been evaluated and found suitable for that purpose.

Proper Placement of Your Smoke Alarm

Code One Safety recommends complete coverage protection achieved by installing a smoke alarm in ever y room of your home.

THIS EQUIPMENT SHOULD BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION’S STANDARD 72 (National Fire Protection Association, Batter ymarch Park, Quincy, MA

02269).

The NFPA standard identifies the minimum requirement for locating smoke alarms in family living units.

It states:

“2-2.1.1.1 Smoke alarms shall be installed outside of each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms and on each additional story of the family living unit including basements and excluding crawl spaces and unfurnished attics. In new construction a smoke alarm also shall be installed in each sleeping room.”

Further, section 2-2.2.1 states that:

“In new construction, where more than one smoke alarm is required by 2-2.1, they shall be so arranged that operation of any smoke alarm shall cause the alarm in all smoke alarms within the dwelling to sound.”

The NFPA, 1993 Edition, Appendix A, however, clearly points out that:

“The required number of smoke alarms (as defined in the paragraphs above) may 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 additional areas include: basement, bedrooms, dining room, furnace room, utility room, and hallways not protected by the required smoke alarms.”

Further, the California State Fire Marshal states that the minimum number of required smoke alarms is not enough to give the earliest warning under all conditions. The California State Fire Marshal states that:

“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, but outside the bedrooms), and heat or smoke alarms in the living rooms, dining rooms, bedrooms, kitchens, hallways, attics, furnace rooms, closets, utility and storage rooms, basements and attached garages.”

It is clear that the earliest warning of a developing fire is best achieved by the installation of smoke alarms in all rooms and areas of the residence. Accordingly, Code One Safety recommends that you install smoke alarms in ever y room of your residence (including basements and attics) even though this is not required by the typical code or standard.

In addition, we recommend that you interconnect all smoke alarms capable of being interconnected.

Code One Safety recommends a minimum of two smoke alarms in every home, no matter how small the home (including efficiency apartments). Code One Safety also recommends maximum coverage by installing smoke alarms in both required and recommended locations as illustrated and described hereafter.

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Existing Homes:

The NFPA requires a smoke alarm on every level and outside each sleeping area in existing construction. An existing household with one level and one sleeping area is required to have one smoke alarm.

New Construction Homes:

The NFPA requires AC-powered, interconnected smoke alarms to be installed inside each bedroom, outside each bedroom area, and on every level of the home. They also require a minimum of two AC-powered, interconnected smoke alarms in any new construction home.

Mobile Home Installation:

•For minimum protection, smoke alarms should be installed in compliance with H.U.D. Manufactured Home Construction Safety Standards Title 24 CFR, Section

3280.208 and Section 3282.

•For additional protection, see single-story residence smoke alarm requirements and recommendations for existing homes and new construction.

NOTE: For mobile homes built before 1978, install smoke alarms on inside walls between 4 and 12 inches from the ceiling (older mobile homes have little or no insulation in the ceiling). This is especially important if the ceiling is unusually hot or cold.

Additional Alarm Placement Information

Install a smoke alarm as close to the center of the ceiling as possible. If this is not practical, mount no closer than 4 inches from a wall or corner. Also, if local codes allow wall mounting, install smoke alarms on walls between 4 and 12 inches from ceiling/wall intersections.

Install a smoke alarm in each room that is divided by a par tial wall (either coming down from the ceiling at least 24 inches, or coming up from the floor).

Install smoke alarms on peaked, cathedral, or gabled ceilings 3 feet from the highest point (measured horizontally).

SINGLE STORY RESIDENCE / APARTMENT / MOBIL HOME

TWO STORY RESIDENCE

SINGLE STORY RESIDENCE / APARTMENT / MOBIL HOME

TWO STORY RESIDENCE

KEY:

NFPA minimum REQUIRED smoke alarm locations Code One Safety recommended additional smoke alarm locations Denotes interconnection

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FINISHED ATTIC

DINNING ROOM

LIVING ROOM

DINNING ROOM

LIVING ROOM

KITCHEN

BEDROOM

BASEMENT

BEDROOM

BASEMENT

HALL

LIVING ROOM

FINISHED ATTIC

HALL

LIVING ROOM

BEDROOM

KITCHEN

BEDROOM

KITCHEN

UTILITY

ROOM

UTILITY

ROOM

CEILING

ACCEPTABLE HERE

NEVER HERE

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PEAKED CEILING

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