Kidde Smoke Alarm RF SND User Manual

RF-SND  
Wire le ss  
Sm o ke So u n d e r  
• Direct Plug with battery back-up  
Thank you for purchasing a Kidde Wireless Smoke Sounder, part of the Kidde Wireless  
System. It is an important part of your familys home safety plan. You can trust this product to  
provide the highest level of quality and performance. We know you expect nothing less  
when the lives of your family are at stake. The Kidde Wireless Smoke Sounder provides an  
additional warning for children, older adults, and individuals who may not wake to the sound  
of a traditional smoke alarm. It also may be used to supplement a traditional smoke alarm  
located in a caregivers bedroom, helping to insure that they respond to a fire emergency. The  
Smoke Sounder combines with Kidde Wireless smoke alarms to create an interconnected sys-  
tem that links devices together so that when one smoke alarm sounds, it will trigger all units  
to sound, giving a family more time to escape. Kidde estimates that nearly 100 million U.S.  
homes either do not have interconnected smoke alarms, or have limited coverage.  
Some of the features that are included in this unit are:  
Loud verbal warning: a recent study has shown that voice messages can be up to 61%  
more effective in waking children.  
Low Frequency (1kHz) alarm signal: lower frequency signals may be more effective at  
alerting those with high frequency hearing loss.  
Remote Hush® allows you to temporarily desensitize the initiating Kidde Wireless smoke  
alarm (see section 4).  
Remote Push To Test prompts every Kidde Wireless device in your system to perform a self-  
diagnos.Simply press the test button on any one of the Kidde Wireless units to activate (see  
section 4).  
Low Battery HUSH allows you to stop the Smoke Sounder from producing a low battery  
warning for up to twelve hours, in order to maintain your protection without having to  
replace the battery at inconvenient times such as the middle of the night.  
WARNING! This audible signaling device, model RF-SND, is NOT a smoke  
alarm and has no means of sensing a fire hazard. This audible signaling  
device MUST be used in conjunction w ith one or more operating Kidde  
Wireless smoke alarms. The model RF-SND can only be used in conjunction  
w ith Kidde RF-SM-ACDC A.C. w ire-in or RF-SM-DC battery operated smoke  
alarms. All Wireless units must be set to the same sw itch settings before they  
are pow ered in order to w ork properly.  
WARNING! DISCONNECTION OR LOSS OF AC POWER WILL LIMIT THE  
OPERATING TIME OF THIS UNIT.  
READ AND SAVE THIS USER’S GUIDE  
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CONTENTS OF THIS USER’S GUIDE  
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RECOMMENDED LOCATIONS FOR SMOKE SOUNDERS  
LOCATIONS TO AVOID  
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS  
OPERATION AND TESTING  
NUISANCE ALARMS  
MAINTENANCE  
GOOD SAFETY HABITS  
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE  
SERVICE AND WARRANTY  
1. RECOMMENDED LOCATIONS FOR SMOKE SOUNDERS  
• Childs bedroom.  
Bedrooms of sound sleepers.  
• An older adults bedroom.  
The bedroom of a person with high frequency hearing loss.  
In bedrooms without a smoke alarm and especially where someone sleeps with the  
door closed. The closed door may prevent a sleeping individual from hearing an alarm  
that is not inside the bedroom  
• Caregivers bedroom as a supplement to a traditional smoke alarm.  
2. LOCATIONS TO AVOID  
In an area that is obstructed by material or objects that may absorb sound and diminish  
the Smoke Sounders effectiveness, such as an outlet behind drapes or furniture.  
Into an outlet that is connected to a switch.  
In direct sunlight to prevent discoloration of the plastic.  
In an area where the temperature may fall below 32ºF or rise above 100ºF, such as  
garages and unfinished attics.  
In very humid areas.  
• Near fluorescent lights, amateur radios, electrical equipment or other devices known to  
transmit in the RF band. Electronic “noise” may cause nuisance alarms.  
• Near large metal surfaces and bundles of wire.  
3. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS  
WIRELESS INTERCONNECT SETUP  
1. Remove all your new Kidde Wireless Interconnect devices from their respective packages  
and place them in front of you.  
DO NOT PLUG THEM IN OR INSTALL THE BATTERIES.  
2. Find the 8-position dipswitch located on the back of  
each device. For this model the dipswitch is located  
under the back cover (see Figure 1).  
Dipswitch  
FIGURE 1  
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3. Select one of the units. You will define the ID of your system by positioning the switch-  
es of the dipswitch in a random pattern. The ID will need to be the same for each Kidde  
Wireless device This ID will differentiate your alarm system from similar systems nearby.  
Do not use the ID your units are shipped with.  
4. Using a pen or pencil, change the switches in each of the Kidde Wireless devices to  
match the pattern you selected in step 3. Be careful to not get the sequence back-  
wards.  
5. Power each unit after setting the ID by installing the batteries. The devices only read the  
ID that has been set when they are first powered. Any changes to the switches after the  
unit is powered will not be recognized, and will require the power to be removed for a  
minimum of 30 seconds before applying power again.  
6. Push and hold the test button on each unit for at least 5 seconds, or until all devices  
produce an alarm. If all units do not produce an alarm, refer to the trouble-shooting  
section at the end of this users guide.  
CAUTION: Due to the loudness of the device, alw ays stand an arms length  
aw ay from the unit w hen testing.  
7. Install the device in accordance with the users guide and repeat step 6. Since wireless  
communication can be interrupted by a number of factors, you must test your alarms  
system weekly to ensure proper communication between all units.  
8. Read the users guide and keep it in a safe place for future reference.  
If your Wireless smoke alarms and accessories enter alarm mode, first check to see  
if there is a fire. If a fire does not exist, and the test buttons have not been activat-  
ed on any of the units, it is likely that you are receiving interference from a similar  
system nearby. In this case, repeat the above steps and select a different dipsw itch  
pattern, making sure to disconnect pow er and remove the batteries before chang-  
ing the sw itch positions.  
BATTERY INSTALLATION  
CAUTION! THIS UNIT WILL NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY WITHOUT A FRESH  
BATTERY INSTALLED CORRECTLY. THIS DEVICE WILL QUICKLY DEPLETE  
BATTERIES WHILE ON BATTERY BACK-UP. CONNECT THE UNIT TO AC POWER  
IMMEDIATELY AFTER INSTALLING THE BATTERIES.  
Remove the back cover from the unit by prying it up at the bottom in the center. If you are set-  
ting the unit up for the first time, set the Wireless ID as described previously before connecting  
the battery. Connect the battery to the terminals in the back of the unit and place it in the bat-  
tery compartment. Replace the back cover of the unit and place the unit in its chosen location.  
WIRING REQUIREMENTS  
The appropriate power source is 120 Volt A.C. Single Phase outlet supplied from a non-  
switchable circuit that is not protected by a ground fault interrupter.  
WARNING: The Smoke Sounder cannot be operated on pow er derived from a  
square w ave or modified square w ave inverter. These types of inverters are  
sometimes used to supply pow er to the structure in off grid installations,  
such as solar or w ind derived pow er sources. These pow er sources produce  
high peak voltages that w ill damage the device.  
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BACK COVER  
CORD PATH  
LATCH  
POWER SUPPLY  
BATTERY INSTALLED  
PROPERLY  
OPEN HERE  
FIGURE 2  
FIGURE 3  
MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS  
The Kidde Smoke Sounder is equipped with a removable power-supply that allows for the  
unit to be wall mounted, plugged directly into an electrical outlet or placed on a table top.  
The Smoke Sounder is shipped ready to use in most homes as a direct plug unit.  
Complete the setup and plug into an outlet using the recommended locations stated in  
Sections 1 and 2.  
For outlets that are installed horizontally (sideways), remove the back cover and pull the  
power-supply out while moving the latch to the side. Rotate the plug and insert it back  
into the unit (see Figure 4). Replace the back cover and plug the unit into an outlet using  
the recommendations in Sections 1 and 2.  
The Smoke Sounder can be mounted on the wall using the included screw and anchor kit.  
Remove the back cover and the power-supply. Unwind the cord and route it through the  
cord path near the bottom of the unit. Mount the back cover using the recommendations  
in Sections 1 and 2. To install on plasterboard or dry wall, drill a 3/16” hole, insert the  
plastic anchor provided and install the screw so that the head is 1/8” from the wall. Hang  
the unit from the back cover and plug in the power-supply.(see Figure 5).  
To use the Smoke Sounder on a tabletop or shelf, remove the back cover and the power-  
supply. Unwind the cord and route it through the cord path near the bottom of the unit.  
Replace the back cover and plug the power-supply in an outlet near one of the recom-  
mended locations (see Figure 6).  
FIGURE 4  
FIGURE 5  
FIGURE 6  
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CAUTION: THIS UNIT IS SEALED. THE COVER IS NOT  
REMOVABLE.  
After installation TEST your Smoke Sounder by following the test  
procedure outlined in section 4.  
Kidde alarms and accessories CAN ONLY BE interconnected  
w ith other Kidde alarms and accessories as w ell as speci-  
fied brands and models of interconnect compatible alarms.  
Connection of Kidde products to a non-specified manufac-  
turers interconnect system, or connection w ith non-speci-  
fied equipment from another manufacturer into an existing  
FIGURE 7  
Kidde system could result in nuisance alarming, failure to alarm, or damage to one  
or all of the devices in the interconnect system. Refer to Users Guide supplied w ith  
each Kidde product for lists of interconnect compatible models, brands, and devices.  
4. OPERATION AND TESTING  
OPERATION  
The Smoke Sounder is operating once fresh batteries are installed, it is plugged into a non-  
switched AC outlet and testing is complete. When the Smoke Sounder receives an alarm  
message from a Kidde Wireless smoke alarm, the horn will sound a loud temporal alarm for  
two cycles of three beeps followed by a verbal “Danger” message. This cycle repeats until  
the alarm message is no longer broadcasted from the smoke alarm.  
Remote HUSH®: Press the button on any Kidde Wireless device to activate the Smart HushTM  
on the Wireless smoke alarm that is initiating an alarm (see your Wireless smoke alarms  
users guide for an explanation of Smart HushTM). This allows you to enable the Smart  
HUSH™ feature on a Kidde Wireless smoke alarm that may be installed in an area that is  
difficult to reach. This feature should only be used when a known alarm condition, such as  
smoke from cooking, activates the alarm.  
CAUTION: BEFORE USING THE REMOTE HUSH® FEATURE, IDENTIFY THE  
SOURCE OF THE SMOKE AND BE CERTAIN A SAFE CONDITION EXISTS.  
Low Battery HUSH®: When the battery needs replacement, the unit will produce a low bat-  
tery “chirp” once per minute and announce “low battery. The Low Battery HUSH® allows  
you to press the button on the unit producing the warning, and disable the chirp” for a  
period of up to 12 hours. This gives you a chance to replace the battery at a more conven-  
ient time without sacrificing your safety by disconnecting the sounder from power. During  
this Low Battery HUSH® period, your Smoke Sounder is performing normally.  
LED Indicator Operation  
Red LED:  
The red LED will flash in conjunction with the unit beep. Therefore, the red LED will flash  
during a smoke alarm, a low battery mode chirp and a unit error mode chirp.  
Green LED:  
The green LED will illuminate as described below under the following conditions:  
STANDBY CONDITION (powered by AC and battery backup) - The LED will be con-  
stantly on.  
STANDBY CONDITION (powered by only battery backup) - The LED will flash every 10  
seconds.  
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TESTING  
TEST THE SMOKE SOUNDER WEEKLY TO ENSURE PROPER OPERATION.  
When testing, ensure that all the units activate in response to a push to test from another  
unit. This will verify that changes in your environment (i.e. moved furniture, addition of elec-  
tronic appliances) have not adversely effected the operation of your wireless system.  
Remote Push To Test: Test your Kidde Wireless alarm system by pressing and holding the test  
button on any Kidde Wireless device for a minimum of 5 seconds, or until all of the inter-  
connected devices sound. When the other alarms respond, this verifies that both the alarms  
and the interconnect system are functioning properly.  
It may take up to 12 seconds for your Wireless interconnected devices to respond to  
a remote push to test.  
Erratic or low sound coming from your Smoke Sounder may indicate a depleted battery. If  
your unit fails to operate as described above, call the Consumer Hotline (see Section 9).  
5. NUISANCE ALARMS  
In rare occasions, interference from other electronic devices may cause nuisance alarms. If  
you do get nuisance alarms, please refer to the trouble-shooting guide at the end of this  
and each of your Kidde Wireless products’ users guides.  
6. MAINTENANCE  
BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL  
Battery Replacement  
If any form of battery failure is detected the red LED light will flash, the unit will chirp”  
once every minute, and will produce a verbal warning that will continue for at least seven  
days if AC power is maintained. A missing or improperly installed battery will cause the  
Smoke Sounder to “chirp. Replace the battery when this condition occurs.  
USE ONLY THE FOLLOWING 9 VOLT REPLACEMENT BATTERIES FOR YOUR SMOKE  
SOUNDER.  
Alkaline type  
DURACELL MN1604 OR MX1604  
ENERGIZER 522  
PANASONIC 6AM6, 6AM-6, 6AM-6PI, 6AM6X OR 6LR61(GA)  
DO NOT USE CARBON-ZINC OR LITHIUM TYPE BATTERIES.  
CONSTANT EXPOSURES TO HIGH OR LOW TEMPERATURES OR HIGH HUMIDITY MAY  
REDUCE BATTERY LIFE.  
After installing or changing the battery, reconnect your Smoke Sounder to AC power. Test  
your unit by using the test/reset button and check that the green LED is on. It may take up  
to one minute for the green LED to turn on continuously after the unit is plugged into AC.  
WARNING! BE SURE TO USE ONLY THE BATTERIES SPECIFIED. USE OF DIFFERENT  
BATTERIES MAY HAVE A DETRIMENTAL EFFECT ON THE SMOKE SOUNDER AND  
MAY CAUSE IT NOT TO FUNCTION AS INTENDED.  
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CLEANING YOUR SMOKE SOUNDER  
YOUR SMOKE SOUNDER SHOULD BE CLEANED AT LEAST ONCE A YEAR  
To clean your Smoke Sounder, disconnect it from the outlet and wipe the outside of the  
Smoke Sounder with a damp cloth. After cleaning, reinstall your unit, verify the green LED is  
on and test your Smoke Sounder by using the test button.  
7. GOOD SAFETY HABITS  
DEVELOP AND PRACTICE A PLAN OF ESCAPE  
Install and maintain fire extinguishers on every level of the home and in the kitchen,  
basement and garage. Know how to use a fire extinguisher prior to an emergency.  
• Make a floor plan indicating all doors and windows and at least two (2) escape routes  
from each room. Second story windows may need a rope or chain ladder.  
• Have a family meeting and discuss your escape plan, showing everyone what to do in  
case of fire.  
• Determine a place outside your home where you all can meet if a fire occurs.  
Familiarize everyone with the sound of the smoke alarm and train them to leave your  
home when they hear it.  
• Practice a fire drill at least every six months, including fire drills at night when family  
members are asleep to see who responds. If someone doesnt wake up, assign an adult  
to wake and assist that individual in the event of a fire. Kidde recommends that parents  
plan on alerting and assisting children. Practice allows all occupants to test your plan  
before an emergency. It is important they know what to do.  
WHAT TO DO WHEN THE ALARM SOUNDS  
Leave immediately by your escape plan. Families have on average less than three minutes  
to escape a fire, so dont waste time getting dressed or picking up valuables.  
In leaving, dont open any inside door without first feeling its surface. If hot, or if you see  
smoke seeping through cracks, dont open that door! Instead, use your alternate exit. If  
the inside of the door is cool, place your shoulder against it, open it slightly and be ready  
to slam it shut if heat and smoke rush in.  
• Stay close to the floor if the air is smoky. Breathe shallowly through a cloth, wet if possi-  
ble.  
• Once outside, go to your selected meeting place and make sure everyone is there.  
• Call the fire department from your neighbors home - not from yours!  
• Dont return to your home until the fire officials say that it is all right to do so.  
There are situations where a smoke alarm may not be effective to protect against fire as  
stated in the NFPA Standard 72. For instance:  
a) smoking in bed  
b) leaving children home alone  
c) cleaning with flammable liquids, such as gasoline  
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8. TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE  
Problem  
Possible cause  
Solution  
Not all of the  
Devices may not all  
be on the same ID.  
Locate the 8-position dipswitch on the back of each  
unit and ensure that all of the corresponding switches  
are set the same. If an ID needs to be changed:  
Remove power, change the ID and reapply power.  
alarms/accessories  
produce an alarm  
signal when the Test  
button is pushed on  
a unit.  
Devices may not have Check to see if the Green LED is on continuously (this  
power.  
tells you the alarm is receiving AC power) or that it  
blinks every ten seconds (this tells you that it is receiving  
only battery power). If not make sure the batteries are  
installed correctly and the AC outlet has power. If the  
alarm is not receiving AC power but is receiving battery  
(DC) power the green LED will flash every 10 seconds.  
Contact a qualified electrician to check power to the  
wires.  
Button not pressed  
long enough.  
Press and hold the button for a minimum of 5 seconds  
There may be too  
much interference  
between units.  
Move the other units to a new location and try again..  
You should try to locate the Wireless units as closely to  
each other as possible.  
Units signal an  
alarm when no fire  
is present and none nearby.  
of the test buttons  
Unit is set to the  
same ID as a system  
Change the ID of your units by following the instruc-  
tions in section 3. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS, WIRE-  
LESS INTERCONNECT SETUP. Make sure to power all the  
units off before changing the switch positions.  
have been pushed.  
Unit is located in area Review section 2.LOCATIONS TO AVOID. Relocate the  
prone to cause false  
alarms.  
unit.  
Wireless Interference. Move the other units to a new location.  
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9. SERVICE AND WARRANTY  
If after reviewing this users guide you feel that your Smoke Sounder is defective in any way,  
do not tamper with the unit. Call the Consumer Hotline, 1-800-880-6788, to determine if  
you need to return it for servicing (See Warranty for in-warranty returns).  
KIDDE  
1394 South Third St.  
Mebane, NC 27302  
FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT  
This device has been designed, constructed, and tested for compliance with FCC Rules that  
regulate intentional and unintentional radiators. The user is not permitted to make any  
modifications to this equipment or use it in any manner inconsistent with the methods  
described in this Users Guide, without express approval from Kidde. Doing so will void the  
users authority to operate this equipment.  
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following  
two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must  
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.  
The term “IC:” before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry of Canada  
technical specifications were met.  
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FIVE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY  
KIDDE warrants to the original purchaser that the enclosed smoke sounder (but not  
the battery) will be free from defects in material and workmanship or design under  
normal use and service for a period of five years from the date of purchase. The obli-  
gation of KIDDE under this warranty is limited to repairing or replacing the smoke  
sounder or any part which we find to be defective in material, workmanship or design,  
free of charge to the customer, upon sending the smoke sounder with proof of date  
of purchase, postage and return postage prepaid, to Warranty Service Department,  
KIDDE, 1394 South Third St., Mebane, NC 27302.  
This warranty shall not apply to the smoke sounder if it has been damaged, modified,  
abused or altered after the date of purchase or if it fails to operate due to improper  
maintenance or inadequate A.C. or D.C. electrical power.  
THE LIABILITY OF KIDDE SAFETY OR ANY OF ITS PARENT OR SUBSIDIARY CORPORA-  
TIONS ARISING FROM THE SALE OF THIS SMOKE SOUNDER OR UNDER THE TERMS OF  
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL NOT IN ANY CASE EXCEED THE COST OF REPLACE-  
MENT OF SMOKE SOUNDER AND, IN NO CASE, SHALL KIDDE SAFETY OR ANY OF ITS  
PARENT OR SUBSIDIARY CORPORATIONS BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL LOSS OR  
DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE FAILURE OF THE SMOKE SOUNDER OR FOR BREACH  
OF THIS OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, EVEN IF THE LOSS OR  
DAMAGE IS CAUSED BY THE COMPANY’S NEGLIGENCE OR FAULT.  
Since some states do not allow limitations on the duration of an implied warranty or  
do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, the  
above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. While this warranty gives you  
specific legal rights, you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.  
Also, KIDDE makes no warranty, express or implied, written or oral, including that of  
merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose, with respect to the battery.  
The above warranty may not be altered except in writing signed by both parties hereto.  
QUESTIONS OR FOR MORE INFORMATION  
Call our Consumer Hotline at 1-800-880-6788  
or contact us at our website at w w w.KiddeUS.com  
1394 South Third Street, Mebane, NC 27302  
Patents Pending  
P/N: 820-0835 Rev.: A  
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