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1102-7202-00_RevA_SLED177iCA_MAN_EN:_
Strobe
Light
Strobe Light User Guide
ATTENTION! The model SLED177iCA strobe light is designed to notify hearing impaired
individuals of impending danger, they have no detection means and MUST be used in
conjunction with operating Smoke, Heat, or Carbon Monoxide Alarms.
The model SLED177iCA AC wire-in Strobe light can be directly interconnected with
Kidde 3-wire Smoke, Heat and CO alarms. It will produce an intermittent flash pattern
(approximately 4 flashes, followed by approximately 5 seconds off) when triggered by a
Carbon Monoxide alarm and flash every second when triggered by a smoke or heat
alarm.
Thank you for purchasing this strobe light. It is an important part of your family's home
safety plan. You can trust Kidde to provide the highest quality safety products. We know
you expect nothing less when the lives of your family are at stake.
For your convenience, write down the following information. If you call
our Product Support Line, these are the first questions you will be asked:
Strobe Light Model Number
(located on back of alarm):
Date Code (located on back of device):
Date of Purchase:
Where Purchased:
2013.6.3
For model: SLED177iCA
SLED177iCA
P/N 1102-7202-00 EN Rev. A
3:21 PM
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  • Page 1 Thank you for purchasing this strobe light. It is an important part of your family’s home safety plan. You can trust Kidde to provide the highest quality safety products. We know you expect nothing less when the lives of your family are at stake.
  • Page 2 1102-7202-00_RevA_SLED177iCA_MAN_EN:_ 2013.6.3 3:21 PM Page 2 IMPORTANT! READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE INSTALLATION AND SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE WARNING! THIS VISUAL SIGNALING DEVICE HAS NO DETECTION MEANS. IT MUST BE USED IN CONJUNCTION WITH OPERATING ALARMS. WARNING! DO NOT TRY TO REPAIR THIS STROBE LIGHT YOURSELF. WARNING! DISCONNECTING OR LOSS OF AC POWER WILL RENDER THIS SIGNALING DEVICE INOPERATIVE.
  • Page 3: Specifications

    Model Number: SLED177iCA (3 WIRE INTERCONNECT UNIT) Electrical Rating: Regulated 120V AC Maximum Operating RMS Current 630 mA Multiple station (24) interconnect unit, interfaces directly with Kidde: Ion Smoke Alarm Models: 1235CA, 1275CA, 1276CA, 1285CA, i12020CA, i12020ACA, i12040CA, i12040ACA, i12060CA, i12060ACA,...
  • Page 4: Locations To Avoid

    1102-7202-00_RevA_SLED177iCA_MAN_EN:_ 2013.6.3 3:21 PM Page 4 The following diagram shows that the light intensity gradually decreases as the viewing angle is increased. Use this information to determine the best location for the strobe light. LIGHT LIGHT 90° 90° SOURCE SOURCE CEILING CEILING PERCENT...
  • Page 5: Installation Instructions

    1. When Strobe lights and alarms are interconnected, all the interconnected devices must be powered from the same circuit. 2. A maximum of 24 Kidde devices may be interconnected in a multiple station arrangement. The interconnect system should not exceed the NFPA interconnect limits of 12 smoke alarms and/or 18 alarms total (smoke, heat, Carbon Monoxide, etc).
  • Page 6 1102-7202-00_RevA_SLED177iCA_MAN_EN:_ 2013.6.3 3:21 PM Page 6 4. The maximum wire run distance between the first and last device in an interconnected system is 1000 ft. 5. Figure 1 illustrates interconnection wiring. Improper connection will result in damage to the strobe light or alarms, failure to operate, or a shock hazard. 6.
  • Page 7: Mounting Instructions

    1102-7202-00_RevA_SLED177iCA_MAN_EN:_ 2013.6.3 3:21 PM Page 7 MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS: • A mounting plate is provided on the back of the strobe light. This mounting plate is installed on the electrical box between the electrical box and the strobe light. • Remove the mounting plate from the back of the strobe light by holding the mounting plate and twisting the strobe light in the direction indicated by the "OFF"...
  • Page 8 ON arrow on the cover until the strobe light snaps in place. (See fig. 4) • Turn on the AC power, The model SLED177iCA strobe light has a green AC power on indicator which should be lit when the strobe is correctly powered.
  • Page 9: Testing And Operation

    1102-7202-00_RevA_SLED177iCA_MAN_EN:_ 2013.6.3 3:21 PM Page 9 CAUTION! Early warning fire detection and visual notification is best achieved by the installation of fire detection and visual notification equipment in all rooms and areas of the household as follows: A smoke alarm and visual notification device installed and interconnected in each separate sleeping area, and visual notification equipment interconnected with heat, smoke, or CO alarms in the living rooms, dining rooms, kitchens, hallways, attics, furnace rooms, closets, utility storage rooms, and basements.
  • Page 10 1102-7202-00_RevA_SLED177iCA_MAN_EN:_ 2013.6.3 3:21 PM Page 10 CLEANING YOUR STROBE LIGHT: To clean your Strobe light remove it from the mounting plate and disconnect the AC Quick Connect power harness as outlined in section 5. You can clean dust from your strobe light by using a vacuum cleaner hose and vacuuming around the cover and lens openings on the strobe light.
  • Page 11: Good Safety Habits

    1102-7202-00_RevA_SLED177iCA_MAN_EN:_ 2013.6.3 3:21 PM Page 11 ALTHOUGH VISUAL SIGNALING DEVICES CAN HELP SAVE LIVES BY PROVIDING AN EARLY WARNING OF AN EMERGENCY SITUATION, THEY ARE NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR AN INSURANCE POLICY. HOME OWNERS AND RENTERS SHOULD HAVE ADEQUATE INSURANCE TO PROTECT THEIR LIVES AND PROPERTY.
  • Page 12: What To Do When The Alarm Sounds

    1102-7202-00_RevA_SLED177iCA_MAN_EN:_ 2013.6.3 3:21 PM Page 12 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. •...
  • Page 13: Service And Warranty

    11. SERVICE AND WARRANTY If after reviewing this manual you feel that your Visual Signaling Device is defective in any way, do not tamper with the unit. Return it for servicing to: Kidde Canada Inc., P.O. Box 40, Apsley, ON K0L 1A0.
  • Page 14: Ten Year Limited Warranty

    The obligation of Kidde under this warranty is limited to repairing or replacing the Visual Signaling Device or any part which...

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