Kidde P12040 User Manual

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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.
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expect nothing less when the lives of your family are at stake.
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Smoke Alarm User’s Guide
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Kidde P12040 Specifications

General

Model	P12040
Sensor	Photoelectric
Hush Feature	Yes
Test Button	Yes
Operating Voltage	120V AC
Smart Features	No
Alarm Sound	85dB at 10 feet
Power Source	Hardwired
Battery Backup	Yes
Interconnectable	Yes
Standards	UL 217
LED Indicator	Yes
Warranty	10 Years
Type	Smoke Alarm

Summary

1. RECOMMENDED LOCATIONS FOR ALARMS

2. LOCATIONS TO AVOID

3. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

WIRING REQUIREMENTS

Details electrical wiring standards and requirements for smoke alarm installation, including codes and wire resistance.

WIRING INSTRUCTIONS FOR AC QUICK CONNECT HARNESS

Provides specific instructions for connecting the AC power harness, emphasizing safety precautions before wiring.

MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS

Step-by-step guide on how to physically attach the smoke alarm to the electrical box and trim ring.

4. OPERATION AND TESTING

HUSH CONTROL

Explains the 'HUSH' feature to temporarily silence nuisance alarms and its operational parameters.

LED INDICATORS

Describes the function and modes of the red and green LED indicators on the smoke alarm.

TESTING

Details the procedure for testing the smoke alarm's functionality, including interconnected systems.

5. NUISANCE ALARMS

6. MAINTENANCE

BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL

Instructions for replacing the backup battery, including precautions and battery type recommendations.

CLEANING YOUR ALARM

Guidance on how to clean the smoke alarm, including the sensing chamber, to ensure proper operation.

7. LIMITATIONS OF SMOKE ALARMS

8. GOOD SAFETY HABITS

DEVELOP AND PRACTICE A PLAN OF ESCAPE

Advice on creating and practicing a family fire escape plan, including meeting points and drills.

WHAT TO DO WHEN THE ALARM SOUNDS

Steps to take when the smoke alarm activates, emphasizing immediate evacuation and safety procedures.

9. NFPA REQUIRED PROTECTION

10. CAUTION (AS REQUIRED BY THE CALIFORNIA STATE FIRE MARSHAL)

11. SERVICE AND WARRANTY

TEN YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

QUESTIONS OR FOR MORE INFORMATION

Contact information and resources for obtaining further details or support regarding the smoke alarm.