Kidde I12080 User Manual

AC Wire-in Single and/or Multiple Station (up to 24 Devices) Ionization Smoke
Alarm with SMART HUSH
TM
Control to temporarily silence nuisance alarms.
Models i12040 and i12080 have a 9-Volt Battery Back Up and the model i12080
has a battery powered safety light.
Thank you for purchasing this smoke alarm. It is an important part of your family’s
home safety plan. Y
ou can trust this product to provide the highest quality safety pro-
tection. 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 manufacturer into
an existing Kidde system could result in nuisance alarming, failure to alarm, or dam-
age 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.
For models:
i12020, i12040, i12080
Manual P/N 820-1183 Rev. B 11/2006
i12020
i12040
i12080
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 recommend replacing
this alarm ten years from the date code.
Date of Purchase:
Where Purchased:
Smoke Alarm User’s Guide

Kidde I12080 Specifications

Power

power source	120VAC, 60Hz, 9V battery backup
audio alarm	85dB at 10ft
interconnects	Up to 24 Kidde devices

Operating Environment

temperature range	40˚F to 100˚F
humidity range	5% - 95% relative humidity

Weight and Dimensions

size	5.6” in diameter x 1.55” depth
weight	0.5 lb
dimensions	5.75 x 1.5 x 5.75 inches

Summary

Recommended Locations for Smoke Alarms

Locations to Avoid

Installation Instructions

Wiring Requirements

Details electrical wiring standards and guidelines for smoke alarm installation, including codes and resistance limits.

Wiring Instructions for AC Quick Connect Harness

Provides step-by-step instructions for connecting the AC power harness and interconnect wiring for the smoke alarms.

Operation and Testing

Smart Hush™ Control

Explains the 'HUSH' feature for temporarily silencing nuisance alarms and its operation.

Safety Light

Details the function of the safety light on model i12080, when it illuminates and its limitations.

LED Indicators

Describes the red and green LED indicators on the smoke alarm and their various modes of operation.

Nuisance Alarms

Maintenance

Alarm Removal

Instructions for safely removing the smoke alarm unit from its mounting trim ring and disconnecting power.

Battery Installation and Removal

Detailed steps for installing and replacing the 9V backup battery in specific Kidde models.

Lamp Replacement

Procedure for replacing the fuse-type lamp used in the Safety Light feature of model i12080.

Cleaning Your Alarm

Guidelines for cleaning the smoke alarm interior and exterior to ensure proper operation.

Limitations of Smoke Alarms

Good Safety Habits

Develop and Practice a Plan of Escape

Steps for creating and practicing a family fire escape plan, including drills and meeting points.

What to Do When the Alarm Sounds

Actionable steps for occupants when the smoke alarm sounds, including evacuation and contacting emergency services.

NRC Information

NFPA Required Protection

Caution (as required by the California State Fire Marshal)

Service and Warranty

Five Year Limited Warranty

Details the terms and conditions of the manufacturer's five-year limited warranty for the smoke alarm.