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P12040
Smoke Alarm User's Guide
AC Wire-in Single and/or Multiple Station (up to 24 Devices)
Photoelectric Smoke Alarm with 9 Volt Battery Back Up and
"HUSH" Control to temporarily silence nuisance alarms.
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.
Kidde alarms and accessories CAN ONLY BE interconnected with
other Kidde alarms and accessories as well as specified brands and
models of interconnect compatible alarms. Connection of Kidde
products to a non-specified manufacturer's interconnect system,
or connection with non-specified equipment from another manu-
facturer into an existing Kidde system could result in nuisance
alarming, failure to alarm, or damage to one or all of the devices
in the interconnect system. Refer to the User's Guide supplied with
each Kidde product for interconnect compatible models, brands,
and devices. Refer to the wiring instructions in section 3 for NFPA
initiating device limits.
Smoke Alarm Model Number
(located on back of alarm):
Date Code (located on back of alarm).
National Fire Protection Association
(NFPA) and the manufacturer
recommends replacing this alarm
ten years from the date code:
Date of Purchase:
Where Purchased:
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For model: P12040
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- Page 1 Kidde alarms and accessories CAN ONLY BE interconnected with other Kidde alarms and accessories as well as specified brands and models of interconnect compatible alarms. Connection of Kidde products to a non-specified manufacturer’s interconnect system,...
- Page 2 WARNING! BATTERY DOOR WILL NOT CLOSE UNLESS A BATTERY IS PRESENT. REMOVAL OF THE SMOKE ALARM BATTERY AND DISCONNECTING OR LOSS OF AC POWER WILL RENDER THE SMOKE ALARM INOPERATIVE. ELECTRICAL RATING: 120 VAC, 60HZ, 80mA maximum per alarm (maximum 80mA for originating unit with 24 devices interconnected). CONTENTS OF THIS MANUAL 1 -- RECOMMENDED LOCATIONS FOR SMOKE ALARMS 2 -- LOCATIONS TO AVOID...
- Page 3 thermal barriers that may form at the ceiling. For more details, see MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION below. • When mounting an alarm on the ceiling, locate it at a minimum of 4” (10cm) from the side wall (see figure 1). • When mounting the alarm on the wall, use an inside wall with the top edge of the alarm at a minimum of 4”...
- Page 4 In older mobile homes that are not well insulated compared to pres- ent 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.
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Page 5: Installation Instructions
• When alarms are interconnected, all interconnected units must be powered from a single circuit. • A maximum of 24 Kidde devices may be interconnected in a mul- tiple station arrangement. The interconnect system should not exceed the NFPA interconnect limit of 12 smoke alarms and/or 18 alarms total (smoke, heat, carbon monoxide, etc.). - Page 6 • When mixing models which have battery backup (i12040, i12040A, i12060, i12060A, i12080, i12080A, i12090A, i4618, i1418A, 1275, 1276, 1285, 1296, PE120, P12040, PI2000, PI2010, KN-COSM- IB, RF-SM-ACDC, KN-COPE-I, KN-SMFM-I, HD135F, KN-COB-IC, KN-COP-IC) with models without battery backup, (i1235, i12020,...
- Page 7 MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: THIS UNIT IS SEALED. THE COVER IS NOT REMOVABLE! 1. Remove the trim ring from the back of the alarm by holding the trim ring and twisting the alarm in the direction indicated by the “OFF” arrow on the alarm cover. 2.
- Page 8 TAMPER RESIST LOCKING PIN: To make your smoke alarm tamper resistant, a locking pin has been provided with your alarm. Using this pin will help deter children and others from removing the alarm from trim ring. To use the pin, insert it into the hole in the side of the alarm after the alarm has been installed on the trim ring (see figure 8).
- Page 9 CAUTION: BEFORE USING THE ALARM HUSH FEATURE, IDENTIFY THE SOURCE OF THE SMOKE AND BE CERTAIN A SAFE CONDITION EXISTS. LED INDICATORS: This smoke alarm is equipped with red and green LED indicators. The red LED is located under the test button and has two modes of operation.
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Page 10: Nuisance Alarms
If no fire is present, check to see if one of the reasons listed in section 2 may have caused the alarm. The Model P12040 has a “HUSH” control that is extremely useful in a kitchen area or other areas prone to nuisance alarms. - Page 11 CONNECTOR WILL NOT ATTACH TO THE ALARM, AND THE ALARM WILL NOT ATTACH TO THE TRIM RING. The Model P12040 Smoke Alarm uses a 9V backup battery (Carbon zinc, alkaline and lithium batteries may be used). A fresh battery should last for one year under normal operating condi- tions.
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Page 12: Limitations Of Smoke Alarms
(associated with slow smoldering fires) sooner than ionization alarms. Home fires develop in different ways and are often unpredictable. For maximum protection, Kidde recom- mends 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 13 8. GOOD SAFETY HABITS DEVELOP AND PRACTICE A PLAN OF ESCAPE • 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. •...
- Page 14 • Stay close to the floor if the air is smoky. 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 from your neighbor’s home - not from yours! •...
- Page 15 If after reviewing this manual you feel that your smoke alarm is defective in any way, do not tamper with the unit. Return it for servicing to: Kidde, 1016 Corporate Park Dr., Mebane, NC 27302. 1-800-880-6788 (See Warranty for in-warranty returns).
- Page 16 The obligation of Kidde under this warranty is limited to repairing or replacing the smoke alarm or any part which we...
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model p12040 chirping not fixed by cleaning with compressed air and changing battery. Green light is not on.
If the Kidde P12040 smoke alarm is chirping, the green light is off, and cleaning with compressed air and changing the battery did not resolve the issue, it could indicate a power supply problem. The alarm is designed to be hardwired (120VAC) with a battery backup. The green light being off suggests that the unit is not receiving AC power. Possible causes include:
1. Power Interruption: Check if the circuit breaker controlling the alarm's power is tripped or turned off.
2. Loose or Disconnected Wiring: Ensure the quick-connect power harness is securely attached to the alarm.
3. Faulty Unit: If power is confirmed and the issue persists, the alarm may be malfunctioning and require replacement.
If none of these steps resolve the issue, consider contacting the manufacturer for further troubleshooting or replacement options.
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