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9 V Battery-Operated
Dual Sensor
Smoke Alarm
®
Photoelectric / Ionization with Hush
Alarm Manual
Model PI9000CA
Ionization sensing alarms may detect invisible fire
particles (associated with fast flaming fires) sooner
SINGLE STATION
than photoelectric alarms. Photoelectric sensing
SMOKE ALARM
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 recommends that both Ionization and
Photoelectric alarms be installed.
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Summary of Contents for Kidde PI9000CA
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Page 1: Smoke Alarm
SMOKE ALARM 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 recommends that both Ionization and Photoelectric alarms be installed. -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Consumer Hotline: 1-800-880-6788 Introduction Model PI9000CA 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. -
Page 3: Installation
This smoke alarm uses an extremely small amount of radioactive element in the ionization sensor chamber. Do not try to repair the smoke alarm yourself. Refer to the instructions in Warranty for service. WARNING! Removal of the smoke alarm battery will render the alarm inoperative. - Page 4 Installation Recommended Locations • 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 additional alarms in each sleeping area (Image 1A).
- Page 5 LIVING ROOM BEDROOM Smoke Alarms for Minimum Protection Smoke Alarms for Additional Protection Ionization Type Smoke Alarm with Hush® Control or Photoelectric Type SINGLE FLOOR PLAN IMAGE 1A • Install smoke alarms on sloped, peaked or cathedral ceilings at or within 0.9 m (3') of the highest point (measured horizontally).
- Page 6 Installation Locations to Avoid • Do not install within 0.9 m (3') of the following: The door to a kitchen, or a bathroom that contains 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.
- Page 7 Installation 10 cm (4”) MINIMUM CEILING IMAGE 2A NEVER HERE BEST PLACEMENT ACCEPTABLE PLACEMENT SIDE WALL NOT IN IMAGE 2B THIS AREA 10 cm (4”) ANYWHERE IN THIS AREA 0.9 m (3’) 0.9 m (3’) HORIZONTAL DISTANCE FROM PEAK IMAGE 2C NOT IN THIS AREA ANYWHERE IN THIS...
- Page 8 For additional protection, see Image 1A. WARNING: Test your smoke alarm operation after R.V. or mobile home vehicle has been in storage, before each trip and at least once a week during use.
- Page 9 Installation “A” LINE ALIGNMENT MARKS IMAGE 3A WALL MOUNTING POSITION IMAGE 3C • Install the alarm on the mounting plate and rotate the alarm in the direction of the “ON” arrow on the cover until the alarm ratchets into place (Image 3D). This ratcheting function allows for aesthetic alignment.
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Page 10: Operation
CAUTION: Due to the loudness (85 decibels) of the alarm, always stand an arms-length away from the unit when testing. Operation The smoke alarm is operating once a fresh battery is installed and testing is complete. When the smoke alarm ionization sensor chamber senses products of combustion, the horn will sound a loud (85 db) alarm until the sensing chamber is cleared of smoke particles. - Page 11 Locations to Avoid may have caused the alarm. The smoke alarm is desensitized by pushing the Hush button on the smoke alarm cover. If the smoke is not too dense, the alarm will silence immediately and the red LED will flash every 2 seconds for approximately 8 minutes.
- Page 12 Operation Alarm Tamper-Resist Feature This alarm has a tamper-resist feature. This feature will help deter children or others from removing the alarm from the mounting plate. Activate the tamper-resist feature by breaking off the four posts in the square holes in the mounting plate (see Image 5A). Rotate the alarm onto the mounting plate until you hear the tamper-resist tab snap into place, locking the alarm.
- Page 13 Operation LED Indicators This smoke alarm is equipped with a red LED indicator. The red LED is located under the test button and has several modes of operation. Standby Condition Alarm Condition Hush Condition Low Battery Condition The red LED will be accompanied...
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Page 14: Maintenance
"OFF" arrow on the cover. Battery Replacement This smoke alarm uses a 9 V alkaline battery (a lithium battery may also be used). A fresh alkaline 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”... - Page 15 WARNING! Use only the batteries specified above. Use of different batteries than the recommended ones, may have a detrimental effect on the smoke alarm. A good safety measure is to replace the battery at least once a year, or at the same time you change your clocks for daylight saving time.
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Page 16: Fire Safety
(associated with slow, smouldering fires) sooner than ionization alarms. Home fires develop in different ways and are often unpredictable. For maximum protection, Kidde recommends that both ionization and photoelectric alarms be installed. • A battery powered alarm must have a battery of the specified type, in good condition and installed properly. - Page 17 • 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.
- Page 18 • 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:...
- Page 19 In new construction, a smoke alarm also shall be installed in each sleeping room. Smoke Detection:Are More Smoke Alarms Desirable?
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Page 20: Warranty
In many cases, the quickest way to exchange your alarm is to return it to the original place of purchase. Alternatively, you may return it for servicing to Kidde. If you have questions, call Kidde Customer Service at 1-800-880-6788. 10 Year Limited Warranty...