Kidde 1285 User Manual

A.C. Wire-in Single and/or Multiple Station (24 Devices) Ionization Smoke
Alarm with 9 Volt Battery Back Up and Battery Powered Safety Light.
Thank you for purchasing this smoke and fire 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 noth-
ing less when the lives of your family are at stake.
For your convenience, write down the following information.
If you call our Consumer Hotline, these are the first questions
you will be asked.
Smoke Alarm Model Number (located on back of alarm):
Date Code (located on back of alarm). The 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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Smoke and Fire Alarm
User’s Guide
For models: 1285

Kidde 1285 Specifications

General

Power Source	120V AC with 9V Battery Backup
Alarm Sound Level	85 dB at 10 feet
Hush Feature	Yes
LED Indicator	Yes
Test Button	Yes
Color	White
Interconnectability	Yes, up to 24 devices

Summary

Recommended Locations for Smoke Alarms

Locations to Avoid

Installation Instructions

Wiring Requirements

Wiring Instructions for A.C. Quick Connect Harness

Detailed steps for connecting the AC power and interconnect wiring for the alarm.

Mounting Instructions

Operation and Testing

Testing

Details the procedure for testing the smoke alarm's horn and safety light.

Maintenance

Battery Installation and Removal

Guides on replacing the unit's 9-volt batteries for continuous operation.

Limitations of Smoke Alarms

Good Safety Habits

Develop and Practice a Plan of Escape

What to Do When the Alarm Sounds

Instructions on immediate actions to take when the smoke alarm is activated.