4. Installing Alarm
• These are mains powered alarms, so isolate the mains supply before commenc-
ing installation. They are for installation by a qualified electrician in accordance
with the current I.E.E. regulations.
• Select suitable location having regard to earlier advice.
• Bring house wiring through a dry lining box or Kidde Fyrnetics Surface Mount
Pattress[SMK23]into back of alarm; side entry, via mini trunking is also possible
by carefully knibbling away edge on terminal block cover. Make good joint, with
white sealant, if necessary.
• If alarm is not being interconnected, the white interconnect cable from the
alarm is unused. Leave the encapsulated sheathing in place – if exposed in
error, seal with PVC tape and secure.
Battery activation
• Remove battery freshness tab to activate.
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On rechargeable/Long Life models there is no battery drawer – type of alarm is
indicated on label on underside of alarm.
The alarm battery door will not shut without a battery in the compartment.*
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• Connect flying leads from cable harness to terminal block.
Push in
Push screwdriver where shown or remove pin to release from base and twist
Tamper Resist Feature models
Locking pin models