Kidde i12010S - Ionization Smoke Alarm Manual

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Features

• Sealed 3V Lithium Battery Backup
• 2-LED Display
• Loud 85 decibel alarm.
• Ionization smoke sensor.
• Powered by 120V AC (60 Hz, 45mA max) wire-in connector.
• Interconnectable to other Kidde/Nighthawk brand smoke andCO alarms.
  SMOKE ALARM: The alarm pattern is three long alarm beeps, which will repeat until the smoke is eliminated. The red LED light will flash with the alarm beeps..
  LOW BATTERY: If the battery is low, the red LED light will flash and the unit will "chirp" every 60 seconds, for a minimum of seven (7) days. This alarm contains a sealed 3V Lithium battery, which will last the life of the alarm. No need to replace batteries.
• The End of Product Life Alarm/Signal is a double chirp and flashevery 30 seconds.
• End of Life Hush. At end of product life, the button can bepushed to silence the end of life "chirp" for approximately 3 days at a time, for a maximum of 30 days life extension.
• One "chirp" every 30 seconds coupled with a green LED flashtwice a second is an indication that the alarm is malfunctioning. If this occurs call the Product Support Line at 1-800-880-6788.
• Test/Reset button performs functions.
• HUSH Control Feature that silences the unit during nuisancealarm situations.
• Alarm Memory Feature that gives visual indication when analarm has sensed a hazardous condition.
• Green and red LED lights that indicate normal operation and alarm status.

The smoke alarm monitors the air for products of combustion that are produced when something is burning or smoldering. When smoke particles in the smoke sensor reach a specified concentration, the alarm warning system will sound, and be accompanied by the flashing red LED light.

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Features and General Information

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 tha t 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 ofpossible 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 photoelectric 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 recommends that both Ionization and Photoelectric alarms be installed.
• A battery powered alarm must have a battery of the specifiedtype, in good condition and installed properly.
• Smoke alarms must be tested regularly to make sure thebatteries and the alarm circuits are in good operating condition.
• Smoke alarms cannot provide an alarm if smoke does notreach 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 differentfloor, it may not wake up a sound sleeper.
• The use of alcohol or drugs may also impair one's ability to hearthe 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 policy. Home owners and renters should have adequate insurance to protect their lives and property.

Installation Instructions

Installation Guide

THIS ALARM MUST BE MOUNTED ON A CEILING OR WALL. IT WAS NOT DESIGNED FOR USE AS A TABLETOP DEVICE! INSTALL ONLY AS DETAILED!

Recommended Installation Locations

Kidde Safety recommends the installation of a Smoke Alarm in the following locations. For maximum protection we suggest an alarm be installed on each level of a multilevel home, including every bedroom, hallways, finished attics and basements. Put alarms at both ends of bedroom, hallway or large room if hallway or room is more than 30 ft (9.1m) long. If you have only one alarm, ensure it is placed in the hallway outside of the main sleeping area, or in the main bedroom. Verify the alarm can be heard in all sleeping areas.

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 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.
When mounting an alarm on the ceiling, locate it at a minimum of 4" (10cm) from the side wall (see figure 1). If installing 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).

Sloped Ceiling Installation

The following information is from the National Fire Protection Association and is listed in Fire Code 72.
Install Smoke Alarms on sloped, peaked or cathedral ceilings at, or within 3 ft (0.9m) of the highest point (measured horizontally). NFPA 72 states "Smoke alarms in rooms with ceiling slopes greater than 1 ft to 8 ft (.3 m-2.4 m) horizontally shall be located on the high side of the room".
NFPA 72 states "A row of alarms shall be spaced and located within 3 ft (0.9 m) of the peak of the ceiling measured horizontally" (see figure 2).
Install Smoke Alarms on tray-shaped ceilings (coffered ceilings) on the highest portion of the ceiling or on the sloped portion of the ceiling within 30.5 cm (12") vertically down from the highest point (see figure 2).

Mobile Homes

Modern mobile homes have been designed and built to be energy efficient. Install Smoke alarms as recommended above (refer to Recommended Installation Instructions and figure 1). In older mobile homes that are not well insulated, extreme heat or cold can be transferred from the outside to the inside through poorly insulated walls and roof. This may cause a thermal barrier, which can prevent smoke from reaching an alarm mounted on the ceiling. In such mobile homes install your Smoke Alarm on an inside wall with the top edge of the alarm at a minimum of 4 inches (10cm) and a maximum of 12 inches (30.5cm) below the ceiling (see figure 2). 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 your alarm on an inside wall ONLY!

THIS EQUIPMENT SHOULD BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION'S STANDARD 72 (National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269).

This product is intended for use in ordinary indoor locations of family living units. It is not designed to measure compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) commercial or industrial standards.

Where Not to Install

Do not install in garages, kitchens, furnace rooms or bathrooms! INSTALL AT LEAST 5 FEET AWAY FROM ANY FUEL BURNING APPLIANCE.

Do not install within 3 ft (.9m) 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 areas. Avoid excessively dusty, dirty or greasy areas. Dust, grease or household chemicals can contaminate the alarm's sensor, causing it to not operate properly.

Place the alarm where drapes or other objects will not block the sensor. Smoke must be able to reach the sensor to accurately detect these conditions. Do not install in peaks of vaulted ceilings, "A" frame ceilings or gabled roofs. Keep out of damp and humid areas.

Install at least one (1) foot away from fluorescent lights, electronic noise may cause nuisance alarms. Do not place in direct sunlight and keep out of insect infested areas. Extreme temperatures will effect the sensitivity of the Smoke Alarm. Do not install in areas where the temperature is colder than 40 degrees Fahrenheit (4.4˚ Celsius) or hotter than 100 degrees Fahrenheit (37.8˚ Celsius), such as garages and unfinished attics. Do not install in areas where the relative humidity (RH) is above 95%. Place away from doors and windows that open to the outside.

Wiring Instructions

WIRING REQUIREMENTS

• This smoke alarm should be installed on a U.L. listed orrecognized junction box. All connections should be made 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 appropriate power source is 120 Volt AC Single Phase supplied from a non-switchable circuit, which is not protected by a ground fault interrupter.
• Smoke alarms are not to be used with detector guards unlessthe combination (alarm and detector guard) have been evaluated and found suitable for that purpose.
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  The 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 produce 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 CONNECTTHE 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 mustbe powered from a single circuit.
• A maximum of 24 Kidde Safety devices may be interconnectedin a multiple station arrangement. The interconnect system 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.
• The maximum wire run distance between the first and last unitin an interconnected system is 1000 feet.
• NOTE: This alarm is not compatible with Kidde CO-relays and Strobes manufactured before Nov. 1, 2011.
• 
  Figure below illustrates interconnection wiring. Improperconnection 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.
  
  Interconnect Wiring Diagram

Mounting Instructions

YOUR SMOKE ALARM IS SEALED AND THE COVER IS NOT REMOVABLE!

1. To help identify the date to replace the unit, write the "Replace by" date (10 years from initial power up) in permanent marker in the space provided on the side of the alarm. See Alarm Replacement section for additional information.
2. Remove the mounting bracket from the back of the alarm byholding the mounting bracket and twisting the alarm in the direction indicated by the "OFF"arrow on the alarm cover.
3. After selecting the proper location for your Smoke Alarm, and wiring the AC QUICK CONNECT harness as described in the WIRING INSTRUCTIONS (NOTE: AC power should be turned off at this stage), 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 must be parallel with the hallway when ceiling mounted, or horizontal when wall mounted.
4. Pull the AC QUICK CONNECTOR through the center hole inthe mounting bracket and secure the bracket, making sure that the mounting screws are positioned in the small ends of the keyholes before tightening the screws.
5. Remove the cardboard square from the connector pins and plug the AC QUICK CONNECTOR into the back of the alarm, 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.
   
   Installing AC Quick Connect
6. Install the alarm on the mounting bracket and rotate thealarm in the direction of the "ON" arrow on the cover until the alarm ratchets into place (this ratcheting function allows for aesthetic alignment). Note: The alarm will mount to the bracket in 4 positions (every 90 degrees). NOTE: Installing the alarm on the mounting bracket will automatically activate the battery backup.
7. Turn on the AC power. The green AC Power On Indicatorshould be lit when the alarm is operating from AC power.

Testing the Device

Due to the loudness (85 decibels) of the alarm, always stand an arms length away from the unit when testing.

After installation, TEST THE UNIT'S ELECTRONICS by pressing and releasing the test/reset button. You will hear one beep on the button push, and will then hear the following sequence of "beeps:
Three long beeps.
Pause
Three long beeps.
Pause
Single beep to reset

Weekly testing is required! If at anytime it does not perform as described, verify power is connected correctly. Clean dust and other buildup off the unit. If it still doesn't operate properly call the Product Support Line at 1-800-880-6788.

Operating Instructions

Interconnect Feature

Your Smoke Alarm is interconnectable to other multiple station Kidde, Nighthawk and Kidde/Fyrnetics products:

• When mixing compatible models with battery backup with models without battery backup, be advised that the models without battery backup will not respond during an AC power failure.
• This unit is only approved to interconnect with otherKidde/Nighthawk products. It is NOT approved to interconnect with any other brand of detection product.
• This alarm is interconnect compatible with the following alarmsand accessories:
  • Smoke alarms: 1235, 1275, 1276, 1285, i12020, i12020A, i12040, i12040A, i12060, i12060A, i12010SCO, i12010S, i4618, i4618A, KN-SMFM-I, RF-SM-ACDC, PE120, P12040, Pi2000, Pi2010, i12080, i12080A, KN-COSM-I, KN-COSM-IB, KN-COSM-IBA
  • Heat alarm: HD135F
  • CO alarms: KN-COB-IC, KN-COP-IC, KN-COPE-I
  • Relay modules: SM120X, CO120X
  • Strobe Light: SL177i, SLED177i
• For more information about compatible interconnect units and their functionality in an interconnect system, visit our web site at www.kidde.com.

Smoke HUSH Control Feature

The HUSH feature has the capability of temporarily desensitizing the smoke alarm circuit for approximately 9 minutes. This feature is to be used only when a known alarm condition, such as smoke from cooking, activates the alarm. When the unit is in alarm, You can put your Smoke Alarm in HUSH mode by pushing the test/reset button. If the smoke is not too dense, the alarm will silence immediately, and the green LED will flash every 2 seconds for approximately 9 minutes. This indicates that the smoke alarm is in a temporarily desensitized condition. Your Smoke Alarm will automatically reset after approximately 9 minutes. When the unit returns to normal operation after being in HUSH mode, it will 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. While the unit is in HUSH mode, pushing the test/reset button on the alarm will also end the HUSH period.

NOTE: DENSE SMOKE WILL OVERRIDE THE HUSH CONTROL FEATURE AND SOUND A CONTINUOUS ALARM.

BEFORE USING THE ALARM HUSH FEATURE, IDENTIFY THE SOURCE OF THE SMOKE AND BE CERTAIN A SAFE CONDITION EXISTS.

LED Indicator Operation

Red LED
The red LED will flash as described below under the following conditions:

• During smoke alarm, with every beep
• During testing (same as alarm)
• Low battery, single flash with chirp every 60 seconds.
• End of product life, double flash and chirp every 30 seconds
• Unit error mode: Single flash and chirp every 30 seconds. Also every 30 seconds, a Fault Code is flashed, which can be observed and reported to customer service for troubleshooting.

Green LED
The green LED will flash as described below under the following conditions:

• Standby Condition (powered by AC and battery backup):The LED will be constantly on.
• Standby Condition (powered by only battery backup):The LED will flash every 60 seconds.
• Smoke Alarm Memory Condition: The LED will flashevery second during alarm. When the alarm condition goes away, the originating alarm unit will flash the LED every 16 seconds until the test/reset button is pressed, thus resetting the alarm.
• Initiating Alarm condition: 1 second flash rate during thealarm, which indicates this unit initiated the alarm.
• Trouble Fault/Error mode: 1/2 second flash rate (AC powered only). Helps owner locate the mysterious chirping unit
• HUSH MODE Condition: The LED will flash every 2seconds while the alarm is in HUSH mode.

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.

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 bracket.
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 bracket.

What To Do If The Alarm Sounds

NEVER IGNORE THE SOUND OF THE ALARM! When the smoke alarm sounds:
Smoke alarms are designed to minimize false 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 located too 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.

If the alarm sounds, check for fires first. If a fire is discovered follow these steps. Become thoroughly familiar with these items, and review with all family members!

• Alert small children in the home.
• Leave immediately using one of your planned escape routes. Every second counts, don't stop to get dressed or pick up valuables.
• Before opening inside doors look for smoke seeping in aroundthe edges, and feel with the back of your hand. If the door is hot use your second exit. If you feel it's safe, open the door very slowly and be prepared to close immediately if smoke and heat rush in.
• If the escape route requires you to go through smoke, crawllow under the smoke where the air is clearer.
• Go to your predetermined meeting place. When two peoplehave arrived one should leave to call 911 from a neighbor's home, and the other should stay to perform a head count.
• Do not reenter under any circumstance until fireofficials give the go ahead.
• There are situations where a smoke alarm may not beeffective to protect against fire as stated in the NFPA Standard 72. For instance:

1. smoking in bed
2. leaving children unsupervised
3. cleaning with flammable liquids, such as gasoline

Fire Departments, most utility companies and HVAC contractors will perform smoke alarm inspections, some may charge for this service. It's advisable to inquire about any applicable fees prior to having the service performed. Kidde Safety will not pay for, or reimburse, the owner or user of this product, for any repair or dispatch calls related to the alarm sounding.

Battery Information

Device Removal

IF TAMPER RESIST FEATURE HAS BEEN ACTIVATED, REFER TO TAMPER RESIST FEATURE DESCRIPTION FOR REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS.

Remove the alarm from the mounting bracket by rotating the alarm in the direction of the "OFF" arrow on the cover.

Battery (Non-Replaceable)
This alarm contains a sealed 3V Lithium battery, which will last the life of the alarm. If any form of battery failure is detected, the red LED light will flash and the unit will "chirp" once every 60 seconds. Also, the green LED will flash twice a second to help locate the chirping unit (AC power only). This cycle will continue for at least seven days. Replace alarm immediately!

THE UNIT MUST BE DEACTIVATED (see "Deactivation of Alarm" section) and replaced within 7 days of the first occurrence of the "Low Battery Warning" to provide continuous alarm protection.

If the red LED light flashes along with a chirp every 30 seconds, and if the green LED flashes twice per second (AC power only) your unit has malfunctioned. Call our toll free Product Support Line at 1-800-880-6788 for instructions on how to return the unit.

End of Life Notification

Ten (10) years after unit is first powered, this alarm will chirp twice every 30 seconds to indicate it is time to replace the alarm.

REPLACE IMMEDIATELY!

End of Life Hush can be activated by pushing the test button to silence the End of Life chirp for approximately 3 days at a time for a maximum of 30 day life extension.

DEACTIVATION OF ALARM

1. When disposing of the alarm, the alarm must bedeactivated which discharges the battery to a safe level for disposal.
2. Deactivation of the alarm is permanent. Once thealarm has been deactivated, it cannot be reactivated!
3. Once deactivated, the alarm will NO LONGER DETECTSMOKE.
4. Once the alarm is deactivated the battery will bedepleted and the alarm will no longer function.
5. Once the alarm has been deactivated, it cannot bemounted onto the mounting plate or reactivated.

TO DEACTIVATE THE ALARM:

Remove the alarm from the mounting plate by rotating it in the direction indicated by the arrows on the cover of the alarm.

On back side of alarm, locate the area on product label.

Break through label with a screw driver.

Slide the tab to the "OFF" location. This will deactivate the alarm, stop the low battery "chirp" and render the alarm safe for disposal by draining the battery.

Failure to turn off alarm as instructed prior to disposal may create potential for lithium battery related fire or hazard.

General Maintenance

To keep your Smoke Alarm in good working order, please follow these simple steps:

• Verify the unit's alarm and LED lights operation by pushing thetest/reset button once a week.
• Remove the unit from mounting bracket and vacuum thealarm cover and vents with a soft brush attachment once a month to remove dust and dirt. REINSTALL IMMEDIATELY AFTER CLEANING AND THEN TEST USING THE TEST/RESET BUTTON!
• Never use detergents or other solvents to clean the unit.
• Avoid spraying air fresheners, hair spray, or other aerosols nearthe Smoke Alarm.

Do not paint the unit. Paint will seal the vents and interfere with the sensor's ability to detect smoke. Never attempt to disassemble the unit or clean inside. This action will void your warranty.

Move the Smoke Alarm and place in another location prior to performing 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 projects will protect the sensor from damage. Do not place near a diaper pail.

Reinstall the Smoke Alarm as soon as possible to assure continuous protection.

Documents / Resources

References

• Kidde Fire Safety Products and Education | Kidde

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