Kidde Truesense Combo, 2070-VASCR User Manual

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TRUSENSE COMBO

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User Guide

Combination Multi-Criteria Optical Sensor Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Alarm with Voice and Hardwire Interconnect

Model 2070-VASCR

COMBINATION ALARM

HARDWIRE INTERCONNECT FRONT LOAD BATTERY

Helps Reduce Cooking Nuisance Alarms

BACKUP

VOICE ALARM

P/N: 2566-7201-00 Rev A

Thank You for Purchasing this Kidde Alarm

Hardwired for 120VAC, this model features a convenient, front load 9V battery backup. It also contains a

voice message system and SMART HUSH® Control to temporarily silence nuisance alarms.

Teach children how to respond to the alarm and that they should never play with the unit. This alarm is a

multi-criteria device designed to detect both smoke and carbon monoxide from any source of combustion in

a residential environment. It is not designed for use in a recreational vehicle (RV ) or boat.

NOTE: Please thoroughly read this user guide and save the document for future reference and to pass on

to any subsequent owner.

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the manufacturer recommend replacing this alarm ten

years from the date code on back of alarm.

Product Support: 1-800-880- 6788

Please write down the belo w information

and have this at hand when you cal l.

Date Code (on back): ___________________

Date of Purchase: ___________________

Where Purchased: ___________________

Date to Replace: ___________________

Contents

1. Smoke Alarm: What To Do When The Alarm Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

2. Carbon Monoxide Alarm: What To Do When The Alarm Sounds . . . . . . . . 5

3. Other Alarm Visual And Audible Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

4. Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

5. Introduction, Product Features And Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

6. Limitations Of Smoke And Carbon Monoxide Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

7. Recommended Locations For Smoke And Carbon Monoxide Alarms . . . . . . 11

8. Locations To Avoid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

9. Wiring / Installation / Activation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

10. Operation And Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

11. Recognizing Nuisance Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

12. Battery Back Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

13. General Carbon Monoxide (CO) Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

14. Cleaning Your Alarm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

15. Good Safety Habits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

16. Service And Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

1. Smoke Alarm: What To Do When The Alarm Sounds

The smoke alarm pattern is three long beeps with voice “Fire!,” a 1.5 second pause, and three long beeps repeating.

The red LED blinks in time with the alarm pattern only on the alarm(s) that detected the hazard (initiating alarm).

The smoke alarm takes precedence when both smoke and carbon monoxide are present.

• Alert small children in the home as well as anyone else that might have difficulty recognizing the impor-

tance of the alarm sounding or that might have dif ficulty leaving the area without help.

• Leave immediately by your escape plan. Every second counts, so don’t waste time getting dressed or

picking up valuables.

• While 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.

• If the escape route requires you to go through smoke, stay close to the floor where the air is cleaner. Crawl

if necessar y, and 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 or 911 from your cell phone outside, or 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.

NOTE: See Section RECOGNIZING NUISANCE ALARMS, for nuisance alarm situations.

2. Carbon Monoxide Alarm: What To Do When The Alarm Sounds

The carbon monoxide (CO) alarm pattern is four quick beeps with voice “Warning! Carbon Monoxide” repeating every 5 seconds. The red LED blinks in time with the alarm pattern. After 4 minutes in CO alarm the alarm pattern and voice will only occur every 60s.

WARNING: ACTUATION OF YOUR CO ALARM INDICATES THE PRESENCE OF

CARBON MONOXIDE CO WHICH CAN KILL YOU. IF THE ALARM SIGNAL SOUNDS:

1 Operate the Test/Hush® button. NOTE: Pressing the button on the alarming unit will silence the

alarm notification. If the unit goes into alarm mode again within six minutes, it is sensing high levels of CO which can quickly become a dangerous situation.

2 Call your emergency services (Fire Department or 911). EMERGENCY PHONE #:___________

3 Immediately move to fresh air — outdoors or by an open door / window. Do a head count to check

that all persons are accounted for. Alert small children in the home as well as anyone else that might have difficulty recognizing the importance of the alarm sounding or that might have diff iculty leaving the area without help. Do not reenter the premises or move away from the open door/window until the emergency services responders have arrived, the premises have been aired out, and your alarm remains in its normal condition.

4 After following steps 1-3, if the alarm reactivates within a 24 hour period, repeat steps 1-3 and

call a qualified appliance technician to investigate sources of CO from fuel burning equipment and appliances, and to inspect for proper operation of equipment.

If problems are identif ied during this inspection, have the equipment serviced immediately. Note any combustion equipment not inspected by the technician and consult the manufacturer’s instructions, or contact the manufacturer directly for more information about CO safety and the equipment. Make sure that motor vehicles are not, or have not been, operating in a garage attached or adjacent to the residence. Never restart the source of a CO problem until it has been correc ted. Never ignore the sound of the alarm!

NOTE: See Section RECOGNIZING NUISANCE ALARMS, for nuisance alarm situations.

3. Other Alarm Visual And Audible Indicators

Operational Mode Visual Indications Audible Indications Action/Note

Normal (standby) AC power: Gr een LED on

Test (butto n press when no alarm condition is present) (Note: Test is ve ry loud, stand a fe w feet away.)

Smoke or CO Ala rm Memory (unit has experienced a smoke or CO al arm event, or has dete cted 100ppm CO or greater.)

Smoke Ala rm Hush® Mode (SMART Hu sh® CONTROL)

CO alarm res et None After bu tton push: CO alarm

Initiating Alarm (multiple alarms in an interconnected system)

If you requ ire further inf ormation pleas e contact Produc t Support at 1-8 00-880 -6788 or write us at : Kidde, 1016 Corpor ate Park Drive, Meb ane, NC 27302. Our inter net address is ww w.kidde.com.

continuously. DC power: Green LED blink approx ever y 60 sec.

Red LED blin ks in time with alarm pattern.

Red LED blin k every 16 sec. After bu tton push, voice

Red LED blin ks every 2 sec. After bu tton push, voice “Hush

Red LED blin ks in time with alarm pat tern indicating that this is the unit i nitiating the alarm in an interco nnected, multiple alarm, system.

NOTE: It is po ssible for more than one uni t to detect a hazard an d become an initiating a larm unit (Red LED blinking).

• Single be ep.

• 3 long bee ps, voice "Fire!", 3

long bee ps, 4 quick beeps, Voice "Warnin g, Carbon Monoxid e," 4 quick bee ps.

“Smoke previously detected" or "Carbon Monoxide previously detecte d" .

Mode Ac tivated." Smoke alarm pattern s tops. (If there is too much smoke to al low Hush® : voice "Too Much S moke, Cannot be Hushe d”, Smoke alar m pattern co ntinues.)

pattern s tops.

Unit in eithe r Smoke or CO alarm mode.

Perform Test /Hush® button press once a we ek to verify proper alarm operation.

NOTE: On DC powe r, alarm memor y is only retained for 24 hrs. Push test but ton to clear Alarm Memo ry.

This feature is to b e used only when a k nown alarm conditio n, such as smoke from cook ing, activates the alarm.

Unit is conrm ing if CO is present or if i t experienced a nuisance situation. Re-alarm means dange r. Move to fresh air and call 911.

4. Troubleshooting Guide

Trouble Condition Visual Indications Audible Indications Action

False Low Bat tery (AC power con nected before backup battery activated)

Low Batt ery

Fault: Smoke Sensor Error

Fault: CO Sens or Error

Fault: Memory Error

Amber LED bl inks every 5 se c.

AC Power: Ambe r LED blinks ev ery 5 sec. DC Power: Am ber LED blinks ev ery 60 sec.

AC Power:

Amber LED

blinks every

5 sec.

DC Power:

Amber LED

blinks every

30 sec.

Chirp ever y 60 sec, voice “Low Bat tery.”

Chirp and voi ce “Low Battery ” every 60 s ec. (After 1 hou r on DC power, voice o ccurs only once ever y 15 mins.) Voice “Hush mo de activated ” after bu tton push days only).

Chirp ever y 30 sec, voice “Smoke Se nsor Error” ever y 60 sec. (After 1 ho ur, voice only after button is pushed.)

Chirp ever y 30 sec, voice “CO Sensor Err or” every 60 sec . (After 1 ho ur, voice only after button is pushed.)

Chirp ever y 30 sec, voice “Memor y Error” ever y 60 sec. (After 1 ho ur, voice only after button is pushed.)

(rst 7

* Pull batter y tab to activa te backup batter y.

* Push Test/Hus h button once to silen ce for

24 hr s. * Replace bat tery as soon as p ossible. Note: 7 days af ter Low Batter y begins, the

notications cannot be silen ced.

* See Cleanin g Your Alarm sectio n. * Push Test/Hus h button once to att empt to

reset the un it. * If error conti nues, remove, dispos e unit, and

replace as so on as possible.

*Push Test/H ush button once to atte mpt to reset the un it. *If error cont inues, remove, dispos e unit, and replace as so on as possible.

* Push Test/Hus h button once to att empt to

reset the un it. * If error conti nues, remove, dispos e unit, and

replace as so on as possible.

End of Unit Life

AC Power: Ambe r LED blinks t wice every 5 sec. DC Power: Amber LED blink s twice every 30 sec.

Chirp twi ce every 30 sec, wi th voice “Rep lace Alarm.” (After 1 hour on DC p ower, voice occurs only once eve ry 15 mins.)

Voice “Hush mo de activated ” after bu tton push (rst 7

days only).

* Push Test/Hus h button once to silen ce for

24 hr s. Note: 7 days af ter End of Unit Life b egins, the

notications cannot be silen ced. * Remove, disp ose unit, and repla ce as soon

as possible.

5. Introduction, Product Features And Specifications

Introduction

This alarm detects products of combustion using a multi-criteria optical sensor and carbon monoxide using an electrochemical cell. Many times throughout this User Guide, we will refer to Carbon Monoxide as “CO.”

Ten (10) years after the unit was installed, this unit will automatically alert you that it is time to replace the unit. This is called “End of Unit Life” mode. See Troubleshooting Guide. To help identif y the date to replace the unit, a label has been affixed to the side of the alarm. Write the “Install date” in the space provided, and then write in the “Replace by” date (10 years from initial power up) in permanent marker on the label prior to installing the unit. Two labels have been provided that have impor tant information on what to do in case of a CO alarm. Place one label at eye level on a wall near the alarm af ter it is mounted, and one near a fresh air source such as a door or window.

Product Features and Specifications:

• Temperature Operating Range: 40°F (4.4°C ) to 100°F (37.8°C)

• Humidity Operating range: 10-95% RH non-condensing

• Audible Alarm: 85+ dB at 10’, 3.0 to 3.5 KHz pulsing alarm, with voice messages

“Fire!” and/or “Warning! Carbon Monoxide.”

• Smoke Sensor: Multi-Criteria Optical

• CO Sensor: Elec trochemical

• Voice message system

• Smoke Alarm SMART Hush® Control

• Powered by 120VAC (60 Hz, 53mA max, 20mA Ave., 9V battery back up) wire-in connector with front load

9V battery backup.

• Hardwire interconnectable to other compatible alarms.

• One large, user- friendly but ton.

6. Limitations Of Smoke And Carbon Monoxide Alarms

WARNING: PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND THOROUGHLY

• Li fe safety from fire in resid ential occupancies is based primarily on early notification to occup ants of the need to

escape, foll owed by the appropriate egres s actions by those occupants.

• T here are situations where a smoke al arm may not be effec tive 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

• Fire w arning systems for dwellin g units are capable of protec ting about half of the o ccupants in potentially fatal

fires. A smoke alarm may not be effec tive in some situations, such as during incendiary fire s where the fire grows so rapidly th at an occupant’s egress is blocked even with pro perly located smoke alarms, or when v ictims are intimate with the f ire (for example, when a pers on’s clothes catch fire while cook ing), too old or young, or physically or m entally impaired such that the y cannot escape even when warned early enough that es cape should be possible. For the se people, additiona l strategies such as protec tion-in-place or assisted escap e or rescue are necessary.

• For maximum detection of th e various types of f ires that can occur within the ho me, including fast fla ming, slow

smolderin g, and polyurethane foam, it is recommended that multi criteria smoke al arms be installed. This m odel meets the n ew polyurethane foam f ire detection requireme nts, while at the same time includes intelligent technology to re duce nuisance alarms from cook ing..

• A bat tery powered alarm m ust have a battery of the sp ecified type, in good condi tion and installed prop erly (this

model has a rep laceable 9V battery).

• Smo ke alarms must be tested regul arly to make sure the batter y and the alarm circuits are in good operating

condition.

• Smo ke alarms cannot provide an alar m if smoke does not reach the alarm. Theref ore, smoke alarms may not sense

fires star ting in chimneys, within w alls, on roofs, on the other si de of a closed door or other o bstruction.

• If the alarm is loc ated outside the bedro om or on a different floor, it may not wake up a so und sleeper.

• T he use of alcohol or drugs may also impair one’s abili ty to hear the smoke alarm. Fo r maximum protection, a

smoke alarm sho uld be installed in each sle eping area on every level of a home.

This alarm is not intended to alert hearing impaired individuals.

WARNING: PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND THOROUGHLY

• IMPORTANT: This alarm is designed to detect carbon monoxide gas from ANY source of combustion. It is

NOT designed to detect any other gas.

CAUTION: This alarm will only indicate the presence of carbon monoxide gas at the sensor. Carbon

monoxide gas may be present in other areas. Never restart the source of a CO problem until it has been

fixed. NEVER IGNORE THE AL ARM!

WARNING: THIS PRODUCT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN ORDINARY INDOOR LOCATIONS O F

FAMILY LIVING UNITS. IT IS NOT DESIGNED TO MEASU RE COMPLIANCE WITH OCCUPATIONAL

SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION OSHA COMMERCIAL OR INDUSTRIAL STANDARDS. IT

IS NOT SUITABLE FOR INSTALLATION IN HAZARD OUS LOCATIONS AS DEFINED IN THE NATION

AL ELEC TRI C CODE. IT IS NOT DESIGNED FOR USE IN A RECR EATIONAL VEHICLE RV OR BOAT.

• The installation of this device should not be used as a substitute for proper installation, use, and mainte -

nance of fuel burning appliances, including appropriate ventilation and exhaust systems.

• This alarm does not prevent CO from occurring, nor can it solve any existing CO problem.

WARNING: THIS DEVICE IS DESIGNED TO PROTEC T INDIVIDUALS FROM ACUTE EFFEC TS OF

CARBON MONOXIDE EXPOSURE . IT MAY NOT FULLY SAFEGUARD INDIVIDUALS WITH SPECIFIC

MEDICAL CONDITIONS. IF IN DOUBT, CONSULT A MEDICAL PRACTITIONER. INDIVIDUALS WITH

MEDICAL PROBLEMS MAY CONSIDER USING WARNING DEVICES WHICH PROVIDE AUDIBLE AN D

VISUAL SIGNALS FOR CARBON MONOXIDE CONCENTRATIONS UNDER 30 PPM.

• This alarm has not been investigated for carbon monoxide detection below 70 PPM.

• This combination smoke and carbon monoxide alarm requires a continuous supply of electrical power – it

will not work without power.

7. Recommended Locations For Smoke And Carbon

ANYWHERE ALONG THIS BOLD SURFACE

Locations permitted for smoke

alarms and smoke detectors

on tray-shaped ceilings.

Monoxide Alarms

• Locate smoke alarms in all sleeping areas. Try to monitor the exit path as the bedrooms are usually farthest

from the exit. If more than one sleeping area exists, locate additional alarms in each sleeping area.

• Locate additional alarms in stairways, because stairways act like chimneys for smoke and heat.

• Locate at least one alarm on ever y 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.

ANYWHERE ALONG THIS BOLD SURFACE

Locations permitted for smoke

alarms and smoke detectors

on tray-shaped ceilings.

Figure 7-A

Locations permitted for smoke

alarms and smoke detectors

on tray-shaped ceilings.

ANYWHERE ALONG THIS BOLD SURFACE

Locations permitted for smoke

alarms and smoke detectors

on tray-shaped ceilings.

ANYWHERE ALONG THIS BOLD SURFACE

Locations permitted for smoke

alarms and smoke detectors

on tray-shaped ceilings.

NFPA 72 states: “Smoke ala rms in rooms with ceiling slop es greater than 1 ft in 8 ft (. 3m in 2.4 m) horizontally

shall be locate d on the high side of the room.” NFPA 72 states: “A row of dete ctors shall be spaced and l ocated

within 3 ft (0.9 m) of the peak of th e ceiling measured horizonta lly.”

Not within 6 feet of appliances

Figure 7-B Figure 7-C

• For mobile home installation, selec t locations carefully to avoid thermal barriers that may form at the

ceiling. For more details, see MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION section.

• When mounting an alarm on the ceiling, locate it at a minimum of 4” (10 cm) from the side wall.

• When mounting the alarm on the wall, use an inside wall with the top edge of the alarm at a minimum of

4” (10 cm) and a maximum of 12” (30.5 cm) below the ceiling.

• Put smoke alarms at both ends of a bedroom hallway or large room if the hallway or room is more than 30

feet (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).

• Industry exper ts recommend a CO alarm be installed on each level of the home-ideally on any level with

fuel burning appliances and outside of sleeping areas.

This equipm ent should be installed in accord ance with the National Fire Protec tion Association’s 72 (Natio nal

Fire Protection A ssociation, Batter ymarch Park, Quinc y, MA 02269).

Mobile Home Installation

Modern mobile homes have been designed and built to be energy ef ficient. Install smoke alarms as recom-

mended above. 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 a minimum of 4” (10 cm) and a

maximum of 12” (30.5 cm) below the ceiling.

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 compared to the room air temperature, install the alarm on an inside wall. NFPA 72 (National

Fire Protection Association) requires smoke alarms be installed in each sleeping area.

WARNING: TEST YOUR AL ARM OPERATION AFTER MO BILE HOME HAS BEEN IN STORAGE OR

UNOCCUPIED, AND AT LEAST ONCE A WEEK DURING USE.

8. Locations To Avoid

(See Figures 7-A, 7-B, & 7-C)

• In the garage. Products of combustion are present when you start your automobile.

• Normal cooking may cause nuisance alarms. If a kitchen alarm is desired, it should have an alarm silence

feature and should not be installed within 6 f t of cooking appliances.

• Do not install within 6 ft of heating appliances.

• 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 par ticles may cause nuisance alarms or a failure to alarm.

• In very humid areas (above 95% RH, non-condensing) as moisture or steam can cause nuisance alarms.

• In insect-infested areas.

• Smoke alarms should not be installed within 3 ft (.9m) of the door to a bathroom containing 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.

• Near lights. Electronic “noise” generated by the lights may cause nuisance alarms.

• Do not install near vents, flues, or chimneys.

• Do not install near fans, doors, windows or areas direc tly exposed to the weather.

NOTE : Smoke alarms are not to be used with detec tor guards unless the combination (alarm and detector

guard) has been evaluated and found suitable for that purpose.

9. Wiring / Installation / Activation

PULL OUT TAB TO ACTIVATE BATTERY

SEE USER GUIDE FOR ADDITIONAL INF ORMATION

NOTE: To avoid false low bat tery chirping pull out the batter y

pull tab first, before connecting AC power.

Wiring Requirements

• This alarm should be installed on a UL Listed or

recognized junction box. All connections should be made

Figure 9-A

by a qualified 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 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 maximum wire run distance between the first and last unit in an interconnected system is 1000 feet.

• The appropriate power source is 120 Volt AC Single Phase supplied from a non-switchable circuit.

• Smoke alarms are not to be used with detector guards unless the combination (alarm and detector guard)

has been evaluated and found suitable for that purpose.

WARNING: THE ALARM C ANNOT 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 STRUC TUR E IN OFF G RID

INSTALL ATIONS, SUCH AS SOLAR OR WIND DERIVED POWER SOURCES. THESE POWER SOURCES

PRODUCE HIG H PEAK VOLTAGES THAT WILL DAMAGE THE AL ARM.

Batter y pull tab

Wiring Instructions for AC Quick Connector Harness

RED

FUSE OR CIRCUIT BREAKER

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 cer tain that the red wire cannot contact any metal parts or the electrical box.

• When alarms are hardwire interconnected, all interconnected units must be powered from a single circuit.

• A maximum of 24 Kidde Safety devices may be interconnected in a multiple station arrangement. The

interconnect s ystem should not exceed the NFPA interconnect limit of 12 smoke alarms and/or 18 alarms total (smoke, CO, Smoke/ CO Combination, heat, etc.). With 18 alarms interconnected, it is still possible to interconnect up to a total of 6 remote signaling devices and/or relay modules (see below for details on interconnecting Kidde devices).

• Figure 9-B 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 9-B, Interconnec t Wiring Diagram

WHITE

First Alarm

Wires on ala rm harness: Conne cted to:

Black: Hot side of AC line White: N eutral side of AC line Red: Interconnec t lines (red wires) of other units in the multiple station s et-up

REDBLACK

Additional Alarm

WHITE

REDBLACK

Kidde Relay Module

SM120X, CO120X

or both

Optional Accessory

Additional Alarm

BLACK

WHITE

NOTE: AC power should be turned off at this stage.

• After selecting the proper location for your alarm,

and wiring the AC QUICK CONNECTOR harness as described previously, attach the mounting bracket to the electrical box. To ensure aesthetic alignment of the alarm with the hallway, or wall, the “A” line on the mounting bracket should be parallel with

When mounting

in a hallway, the “A” line should be parallel with the hallway.

Alignment Marks

(”A” Line) on

Mounting

Bracket

When wall mounting, the “A” line should be horizontal.

the hallway when ceiling mounted, or horizontal when wall mounted.

• Pull the AC QUICK CONNECTOR through the center

hole in the mounting bracket and secure the bracket, mak ing sure that the mounting screws are positioned in the small ends of the keyholes before

AC connector

AC Quick Connector harness

tightening the screws.

• Plug the AC QUICK CONNEC TOR into the back of

the unit, 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 mounting bracket.

• Install the alarm fully on the mounting bracket by

rotating the alarm in a clockwise direction.

NOTE: The alarm will mount to the bracket in 4

positions (ever y 90 degrees).

Remove

Install

• Turn on the AC power. The green AC Power On

Indicator should be lit when the alarm is operating from AC power.

Figure 9-C

NOTE: Attaching AC power first, without pulling the battery pull tab, will result in a false low batter y

trouble condition (see Troubleshooting Guide). You need to activate the battery to eliminate the false low

batter y notifications. Pull the battery pull tab before, or very soon af ter applying AC power to avoid false

low battery notification.

Tamper Resist Features

To make your alarm tamper resistant, two tamper resist features have been provided. The first is used to discourage removal of the alarm while the second is for the battery.

Smoke Alarm Tamper Resist

To activate the mounting bracket tamper resist feature break of f the four posts in the square holes in the trim ring (see figure 9-D). 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 mounting bracket until you hear the tamper resist tab snap into place, locking the alarm on the mounting bracket. Using the tamper resist feature will help deter children and others from removing the alarm from the mounting bracket.

NOTE: To remove the alarm when the tamper resist tab is engaged, press down on the tamper resist tab, and

rotate the alarm of f of the bracket (see Figure 9 -E).

Battery Carrier Tamper Resist

This alarm also has a battery carrier tamper resist feature, which helps prevent the bat tery carrier from being opened. T his feature is ef fective in preventing the removal of the batter y from this device.

POSTS

Figure 9-D

Figure 9-E

To activate the bat tery carrier tamper resist feature, remove the unit from the mounting bracket, disconnect the AC quick connec tor and locate the small cut-out in the middle of the label on the back of the unit. With a small screwdriver, or similar tool, slide the switch towards the “LOCK” position as shown on the label(see Figure 9 -F). The tamper resist feature is now active and the battery carrier can not be opened until the tamper resist feature is deactivated.

NOTE: Before activating the bat tery carrier tamper resist feature, make

sure a fresh battery is installed in the unit and that the battery carrier is properly closed. If the battery carrier tamper resist feature is activated while the batter y carrier is open, the battery carrier will not close and the unit will be inoperable during the loss of AC power.

To deactivate the battery carrier tamper resist, in order to change the smoke alarm battery, remove the unit from the mounting bracket (see Smoke Alarm Tamper Resist Feature if ac tivated), disconnect the AC quick connector and locate the small cut-out in the middle of the back label. Using a screwdriver, or similar tool, slide the switchin the opposite direction of the “LOCK” arrow as shown on the label. The battery carrier can now be opened and the batter y changed.

AC Wired Interconnect Model Capability

This model has AC hardwire interconnect capability. When one hardwired interconnect unit sounds an alarm, all other compatible hardwire or interconnected units will also alarm.

• The following models can be interconnected using the standard AC wiring interconnect: 1235, 1275, 1276,

1285, i12020, i12020A, i12040, i12040A, i12060, i12060A, i12080, i12080A, i4618, i4618A , i4618AC, KN-SMFM-I, RF-SM-ACDC, PE120, P120 40, Pi2000, Pi2010, KN-COSM-I, KN-COSM-IB, KN- COSM-IBA, KN-COPE-I, KN-COPE-IC, KN- COB-IC, K N-COP-IC, SL177i, SLED177i, HD135F, SM120X, CO120X, i12010S, i12010SCO, P4010ACSCO, P4010ACSCO-W, P4010LACS-W, P4010ACS, P4010ACS-W, 2070-VASCR, 2070-VASR, P4010ACLEDS-2, P4010ACLEDSCO-2.

The alarm is n ow activated! After installation / activati on, test your alarm as described in O peration and

Testing section.

WARNING: FAILURE TO PROPERLY INSTALL AND ACTIVATE THIS ALARM WILL PREVENT

PROPER OPER ATION OF THIS ALARM AND WILL PREVENT ITS RE SPONSE TO FIRE HAZARDS.

Figure 9- F

10. Operation And Testing

Operation

The alarm is operating once it is activated and

testing is complete (see “TESTING” below).

When products of combustion (smoke or CO)

are sensed, the unit sounds a loud alarm with

voice messages. See Sections 1 and 2 for alarm signal descriptions. In high levels of CO, the unit will go into

alarm in a shorter period of time than at low levels of CO.

Tes ting

Test your alarm weekly by pressing and releasing the test button quickly. A quick beep will confirm the button

has been pushed followed by the test sequence. See Other Alarm Visual and Audible Indicators table. The alarm

and voice (and any interconnected units) will sound if the electronic circuitr y, horn, speaker, and battery are

working. If the alarm or voice does not sound, or gives erratic or low volume sound, the unit must be replaced.

WARNING: DUE TO THE LOUDNESS OF THE ALARM, ALWAYS STAND ABOUT 2.5 FEET AWAY

FROM THE UNIT OR USE EAR PROTECTION WHEN TESTING.

WARNING: DO NOT USE AN OPEN FLAME TO TEST YOUR ALARM, YOU COULD DAMAGE THE

ALARM OR IGNITE COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS AN D START A STRUCTURE FIRE.

Chirping

When End of Unit Life or Low Battery chirping begins, you can temporarily silence these chirps by pressing

the Test/Hush® button. See Troubleshooting Guide.

WARNING: REPLACE UNIT AS SOON AS POSSIBLE WHEN IN EN D OF UNIT LIFE MODE .

CO ALARM SENSOR RESPONSE TIMES

At 70 PPM, the unit must alarm within 60-240 minutes. At 150 PPM, the unit must alarm within 10-50 minutes. At 400 PPM, the unit must alarm within 4-15 minutes.

11. Recognizing Nuisance Alarms

Smoke Nuisance

HUSH®: If you know why the alarm is sounding, and you can verif y that it is not a life threatening situation, you

can push the button on the initiating unit to silence the alarm for 8-10 minutes. If the smoke is not too dense,

that unit, and all interconnected units will silence. After the Hush® period, the smoke alarm will automatically

reset and sound the alarm if particles of combustion are still present. You can use Hush® repeatedly until the air

has been cleared of the condition causing the alarm.

NOTE: Dense smoke will override Hush® and sound a continuous alarm. If no fire is present, check to

see if one of the reasons listed in “Locations to avoid” may have caused the alarm. If a fire is discov-

ered, get out and call the fire department or 911.

This alarm is designed to minimize nuisance alarms. Cigarette smoke will not normally cause the unit to alarm,

unless the smoke is blown directly into the alarm. Combustion particles from cooking may set off the alarm if it

is located too close to a cooking appliance. 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 prevent nuisance alarms from occurring by removing these combustible products from the kitchen.

Carbon Monoxide (CO) Nuisance

RE SET: Pushing the but ton during CO alarm allows the unit to reset calculations and double check for the

presence of CO. If the unit re-alarms within 6 minutes, it is sensing high levels of CO which can quickly become

a dangerous situation. Move to fresh air and call 911.

WARNING: IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO DETERMINE THE SOURCE OF A CO AL ARM USING SIGHT O R

SMELL. ALWAYS CONSIDER A CO AL ARM EVENT AS DANGEROUS.

12. Battery Backup

This alarm is powered with AC power, but also contains a replaceable 9V backup batter y located in a convenient

front load battery compartment. Under normal conditions, a fresh bat tery should last at least one year.

NOTE: Constant exposure to high or low humidity or temperatures may reduce batter y life.

WARNING: THE ALARM IS SEALED AND THE COVE R IS NOT REMOVAB LE!

Low Battery

This alarm is equipped with a low batter y monitor circuit. If the bat tery capacity is nearing the point where it

can no longer provide adequate power for all alarm func tions, the low batter y condition will occur. See Trouble-

shooting Guide. The bat tery must be replaced within 7 days of the first occurrence of the “Low Batter y Warning”

to provide continuous alarm protection.

NOTE: If the battery carrier tamper resist feature has been activated it will need to be deactivated in order to

change the bat tery. Refer to section “ Tamper Resist Features” for instructions.

To replace or install the battery press on the battery carrier and then release to allow the carrier to pop open.

The battery can then be pulled out of the carrier. When installing a new bat tery into the carrier, make sure

the batter y terminals are exposed and that the polarity matches the markings printed on the battery carrier.

Completely press the battery carrier down into the alarm and release, the batter y carrier will lock into the closed

position. A missing or improperly installed battery will prevent the battery carrier from closing and result in

improper alarm operation.

Replace battery with one of the following approved brands:

Duracell MN1604, MX1604, Energizer 522 and Gold Peak 1604A.

These bat teries can be purchased at your local retailer.

WARNING: Use only th e batteries specified. Use of dif ferent batteries may have a detrimental effec t on the alarm.

NOTE: Do not use lithium batteries in this unit. A good safet y measure is to replace the batter y at least once a

year, or at the same time you change your clocks for daylight saving time.

13. General Carbon Monoxide (CO) Information

Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless, and tasteless poison gas that can be fatal when inhaled. CO

inhibits the blood’s capacity to carry ox ygen.

Possible Sources of CO

Inside your home, appliances used for heating and cooking are the most likely sources of CO. Vehicles and other

combustion engines running in an attached garage and using a charcoal/gas grill or hibachi in an enclosed

area are all possible sources of CO. CO can be produced when burning any fossil fuel: gasoline, diesel, propane,

natural gas, oil and wood. It can be produced by any fuel-burning appliance that is malfunctioning, improperly

installed, or not ventilated correctly, such as: Furnaces/boilers, gas ranges/stoves, gas clothes dr yers, water heat-

ers, portable fuel burning space heaters, fireplaces, wood-burning stoves and cer tain swimming pool heaters.

Blocked chimneys or flues, back drafting and changes in air pressure, corroded or disconnected vent pipes, or a

loose or cracked furnace heat exchanger can also release CO into your building.

The following conditions can result in transient CO situations:

Excessive spillage or reverse venting of fuel-burning appliances caused by outdoor ambient conditions such as:

Wind direction and/or velocity, including high gusts of wind, heav y air in the vent pipes (cold/humid air with

extended periods between cycles), negative pressure dif ferential resulting from the use of exhaust fans, simul-

taneous operation of several fuel-burning appliances competing for limited internal air, vent pipe connections

vibrating loose from clothes dryers, furnaces/boilers, or water heaters, obstructions in, or unconventional, vent

pipe designs which can amplify the above situations, extended operation of unvented fuel-burning devices

(range, oven, fireplace, etc.), temperature inversions which can trap exhaust gases near the ground, car idling in

an open or closed attached garage, or near a home.

CO Safety Tips

Every year, have the heating system, vents, chimney and flue inspected and cleaned by a qualified technician.

Always install appliances according to manufac turer’s instructions and adhere to local building codes. Most

appliances should be installed by professionals and inspected af ter installation. Regularly examine vents and

chimneys for improper connections, visible rust, or stains, and check for cracks in furnace heat exchangers.

Verify that the color of flame is blue on pilot lights and burners. An amber or orange flame is a sign that the

fuel is not burning completely and may be releasing CO. Teach all household members what the alarm sounds

like and how to respond. Fire Departments, most utility companies and HVAC contractors will per form CO

inspections. Some contractors may charge for this service. It’s advisable to inquire about any applicable fees

prior to having the service performed. Kidde will not pay for, or reimburse the owner or user of this produc t, for

any repair or dispatch calls related to the alarm sounding.

Symptoms of CO Poisoning

Initial carbon monoxide poisoning symptoms are similar to the flu with no fever and can include dizziness, se-

vere headaches, nausea, vomiting and disorientation. Everyone is susceptible but experts agree that unborn ba-

bies, pregnant women, senior citizens and people with heart or respiratory problems are especially vulnerable.

If symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are experienced seek medical attention immediately. CO poisoning

can be determined by a carboxyhemoglobin test.

The following symptoms are related to CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING and should be discussed

with ALL members of the household:

1. MILD E XPOSURE: Slight headache, nausea, vomiting, fatigue (often described as “Flu-like” symptoms).

2. MEDIUM EXPOSURE: Severe throbbing headache, drowsiness, confusion, fast hear t rate.

3. EXTREME EXPOSURE: Unconsciousness, convulsions, cardio respiratory failure and death.

The above levels of exposure relate to healthy adults. Levels differ for those at high risk . Exposure to high levels

of carbon monoxide can be fatal or cause permanent damage and disabilities. Many cases of reported carbon

monoxide poisoning indicate that while victims are aware they are not feeling well, they become so disoriented

they are unable to save themselves by either exiting the building, or calling for assistance. Also, young children

and household pets may be the first affec ted. Familiarization with the effec ts of each level is important.

14. Cleaning Your Alarm

Your Alarm Should be Cleaned at Least Once a Year

You can clean the interior o f your alarm (sensing chamber) by using compressed ai r or a vacuum cleaner hose and blowing or vacuuming throu gh the openings around the p erimeter of the alarm. The outside of t he alarm can be wiped wit h a damp cloth. Use only water to dampen the cloth, use of d etergents or cleaners could damage the alarm .

If the tamper resist feature has been activated, refer to tamper resist feature description in section 9 for removal instructions. Remove the alarm from the mounting bracket by rotating the alarm in the direction of the “of f” 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.

If the alarm is in Fault mode, the alarm may be in need of cleaning. Af ter cleaning, press the Test/Hush® button. If the fault does not clear, the alarm needs to be replaced.

• Never use detergent or other solvents to clean the unit.

• Avoid spraying air freshener, hair spray, or other aerosols near the alarm.

• Do not paint the unit. Paint will seal the vents and inter fere with the sensor’s ability to detec t smoke and CO.

• Never attempt to disassemble the unit or clean inside. This action will void your warrant y.

• The following substances can affect the CO sensor and may cause false readings and damage to the sensor:

Methane, propane, isobutane, iso-propanol, ethyl acetate, hydrogen sulfide, sulfide dioxides, alcohol based products, paints, thinner, solvents, adhesives, hair spray, after shave, perfume, and some cleaning agents.

• Move the Alarm and place in another location prior to per forming any of the following:

Staining or stripping wood floors or furniture

Painting

Wall papering

Using adhesives

Storing the unit in a plastic bag during any of the above projec ts will protect the sensors from damage. When household cleaning supplies or similar contaminates are used, the area must be well ventilated.

WARNING: REINSTALL THE ALARM AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO ENSURE CONTINUOUS

PROTECTION.

15. Good Safety Habits

Develop and Practice a Plan of Escape

Prepare and practice a home escape plan twice a year, including drills at night. Know two ways out of ever y room (door & window) and identif y a meeting place outside the home where everyone will gather once they have exited the residence. When two people have reached the meeting place, one should leave to call 911 while the second person stays to account for additional family members. Establish a rule that once you’re out, you never re-enter under any circumstance!

• Make a floor plan indicating all doors and windows and at least two (2) escape routes from each room.

Stories above ground level 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 and

where to meet af ter they leave the house.

• 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 emergenc y. You may not be able to reach your children. It is important they know what to do.

• Familiarize everyone with the sounds of the smoke alarm and train them to leave your home when they

hear it.

• 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.

• 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.

Fire Prevention

Never smoke in bed or leave cooking food unattended. Teach children never to play with matches or lighters! Train everyone in the home to recognize the smoke alarm pattern and to leave the home using their escape plan when it’s heard. Know how to do “Stop, Drop and Roll” if clothes catch on fire, and how to crawl low under smoke. Install and maintain fire extinguishers on ever y level of the home and in the kitchen, basement and garage.

NFPA (National Fire Protection Association)

Fire Safet y in the Home: NFPA 72 is intended to provide reasonable safety for persons in family living units. Reasonable fire safety can be produced through the following three-point program: (1) Minimizing fire hazards (2) Providing fire-warning equipment (3) Having and practicing an escape plan.

Smoke Detection – Are More 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 resident consider the use of additional 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 smoke alarms in attics (finished or unfinished), garages, or within 6’ of a heating or cooking appliance is not normally recommended, as these locations occasionally experience conditions that can result in improper operation.

For your information, the National Fire Protection Association’s Standard 72 reads: Where required by other governing laws, codes, or standards for a specific t ype of occupancy, approved single and multiple-station smoke alarms shall be installed as follows:

1. In all sleeping rooms and guest rooms

2. Outside of each separate dwelling unit sleeping area, within 21 ft (6.4 m) of any door to a sleeping room, with the distance measured along a path of travel

3. On ever y level of a dwelling unit, including basements

4. On ever y level of a residential board and care occupancy (small facilit y), including basements and excluding crawl spaces and unfinished attics

5. In the living area(s) of a guest suite

6. In the living area(s) of a residential board and care occupancy (small facility)

California State Fire Marshal

Early warning fire detec tion 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 vicinit y, but outside the bedrooms), heat or smoke detectors in the living rooms, dining rooms, bedrooms, kitchens, hallways, attics, furnace rooms, closets, utilit y and storage rooms, basements and at tached garages.

FCC

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This

device may not cause harmful inter ference, and (2) this device must accept any inter ference received, including

interference that may cause undesired operation.

16. Service And Warranty

Ten-Year Limited Warranty

Kidde warrants that the enclosed alarm (excluding the batter y) will be free from defects in material and workmanship or design under normal use and service for a period of ten years from the date of purchase. The obligation of Kidde under this warrant y is limited to repairing or replacing the alarm or any part which we find to be defective in material, workmanship or design (par t replacement only, no installation), free of charge, upon receiving the alarm with proof of date of purchase, postage and return postage prepaid, to Warrant y Service Department, Kidde, 1016 Corporate Park Drive, Mebane, NC 27302. Before shipping the product, remove the battery from the front load battery compartment.

This warrant y shall not apply to the 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 power. Any implied warranties arising out of this sale, including but not limited to the implied warranties of description, merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are limited in duration to the above warranty period. In no event shall the Manufacturer be liable for loss of use of this product or for any indirect, special, incidental or consequential damages, or costs, or expenses incurred by the consumer or any other user of this produc t, whether due to a breach of contract, negligence, strict liabilit y in tort or otherwise.

The Manufacturer shall have no liabilit y for any personal injury, property damage or any special, incidental, contingent or consequential damage of any kind resulting from gas leakage, smoke, fire or explosion. Since some states do not allow limitations of 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.

The above warranty may not be altered except in writing signed by both parties hereto. Your Kidde Alarm is not a substitute for property, fire, disability, life or other insurance of any kind. Appropriate insurance coverage is your responsibility. Consult your insurance agent. Opening the unit will void the warranty.

QUESTIONS OR FOR MORE INFORMATION

Call Kidde Product Support line at 1-800-880-6788 or contact us at www.kidde.com

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