Important Information, Types of Alarm | Kidde 3SF23/9HI, 1SF23/9HI

1.Alarm Range Interconnectable 230V Hard Wired Alarms

1SF23/9HIR: Mains ionisation alarm with sealed in rechargeable back-up cells

1SF23/9HI: Mains ionisation alarm with alkaline back-up cell

2SF23/9HIR: Mains optical alarm with sealed in rechargeable back-up cells

2SF23/9HI: Mains optical alarm with alkaline back-up cell

3SF23/9HIR: Mains heat alarm with sealed in rechargeable back-up cells

3SF23/9HI: Mains heat alarm with alkaline back-up cell

2. Important Information

This alarm is designed for installation by a qualified electrician, in accordance with the latest I.E.E. Regulations and in regard to relevant Building Regulations/BS Codes of Practice.

•Hard wired smoke or heat alarms require a constant 230V AC supply. Battery Back-up models additionally require a healthy battery too.

•A healthy mains supply is indicated by a constant green L.E.D. (mains) indicator.

•Test the alarm weekly by pressing (and holding) the test button. The alarm and all those interconnected to it will sound.

•Vacuum your alarms regularly to reduce the likelihood of nuisance alarms, caused by dust contamination.

•Never paint or expose alarm to water – this is a 230V alarm.

(If painting or building work is being carried out close to alarm, temporarily cover with a plastic bag, or the dust cover supplied.)

•If the alarm chirps every 30-40 seconds, it indicates the battery needs replacing. (If you are in rented property, advise your Landlord.)

Smoke and heat alarms will only function if properly selected, located, installed and maintained as per KIDDE Fyrnetics instruction manuals.

3. Types of Alarm

a. Power Supply

•DC alarms

9V battery powered units, but will only function if battery is in good condition

– check regularly. (BS5839 Pt6: Grade F).

•AC alarms

230V mains – for professional installation.

(Minimum required by UK Building Regulations in new homes.) Interconnectable to other Kidde Fyrnetic AC Alarms, so all will sound when one is triggered.

Will not function if mains power lost. (BS5839 Pt6: Grade E).

•AC/DC alarms

230V mains – for professional installation. Interconnectable to other Kidde Fyrnetic AC Alarms, so all will sound when one is triggered. If mains power is lost, will operate via battery power if batteries are fresh/properly installed. Some models use replaceable 9V (PP3 type) batteries, others sealed-in rechargeable/Long Life batteries. (BS5839 Pt6: Grade D)