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SMOKE ALARM DESCRIPTION

Model KF1

Ionisation 230V AC smoke alarm with 9V 
battery back-up and Hush Button

Model KF1R

Ionisation 230V AC smoke alarm with recharge-
able battery backup and Hush Button

Model KF2

Optical 230V AC smoke alarm with 9V 
battery back-up with Hush Buttonl

Model KF2R

Optical 230V AC smoke alarm with rechargeable 
battery back-up and Hush Button

SMOKE ALARM FEATURES

• Interconnects with up to 23 other models, KF1, KF1R, KF2, KF2R, KF3, KF3R,

4870, 4881, 4973, 4985, 4892, 4899, 1SFW, 1SFWR, 2SFW, 2SFWR, 3SFW and
3SFWR. Unique power connector prevents interconnection with incompatible
smoke alarms or security systems.

• Tamper-resist bracket quickly snaps into place and serves as a safeguard

against tampering. 

• Multi-purpose green and red LEDs indicate that the smoke alarm is receiving

AC power, working under normal operation, in alarm, or under Hush Button.

• Loud alarm horn—85 decibels at 3 metres (10 feet)—sounds to alert you of

an emergency. 

• Test button checks smoke alarm operation.

• Models  KF1, KF1R, KF2 and KF2R feature Hush Button, which, when

activated, quiets unwanted alarms for up to 15 minutes.

• Models KF1 and KF2 will not attach to the mounting bracket if a 

battery is not in the battery pocket. These models will also sound a short
beep about once a minute if the battery is weak or improperly connected.

• Models KF1R and KF2R include permanent rechargeable lithium

batteries.

• Operating temperature: 0°C to 40°C
• Operates up to 93% humidity (non-condensing)

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE 

INSTRUCTIONS

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DO NOT paint or cover the smoke alarm with tape.

This smoke alarm should be out of the reach of children.

AC smoke alarms require constant 230V AC, 50Hz power to operate
properly.

Mains-powered smoke alarms WILL NOT work if AC power is not

connected or has failed or been interrupted for any reason. Models KF1 and
KF2 require a working 9-volt battery to operate properly in the event of a
power failure. Models KF1R and KF2R require a minimum of 2 full days
under mains power to reach full backup capacity. DO NOT use any other
kind of battery except as specified in this manual. DO NOT connect this
smoke alarm to any other type of smoke alarm or auxiliary device, except
those   listed in this manual.

DO NOT remove or disconnect battery or turn off AC power to quiet
unwanted alarms. 

This will remove your protection. Open windows or fan the air

around smoke alarm to silence it. KF1, KF1R, KF2 and KF2R smoke alarms
feature a Hush Button which, when activated, will quiet unwanted alarms for up to
15 minutes. 

The Push-to-Test button accurately tests all smoke alarm functions.

DO NOT use any other test method. 

Test smoke alarm weekly to

ensure proper operation. 

This smoke alarm should be installed only by a qualified
electrician. 

This smoke alarm is designed to be used inside a single family
household only. 

In multi-family buildings, each individual living unit

should have its own smoke alarms. Do not install in non-residential

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USER’S MANUAL

PLEASE READ AND SAVE

INSTALLER: Please leave this manual with the product.

KF1
KF1R

Ionisation

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KF2
KF2R

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EN 14604:2005

LICENSE NO. KM 524754

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Summary of Contents for KF1

Page 1: ...READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS W A R N I N G DO NOT paint or cover the smoke alarm with tape This smoke alarm should be out of the reach of children AC smoke alarms require constant 230V AC 50Hz po...

Page 2: ...can only sound their alarms when they detect smoke Smoke alarms detect combustion particles in the air They do not sense heat flame or gas This smoke alarm is designed to give audible warning of a dev...

Page 3: ...ent Building Regulations and or BS5839 Pt6 current I E E Regulations CAUTION Alarm should not be exposed to dripping or splashing HOW TO INSTALL THIS SMOKE ALARM DANGER ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD Turn of...

Page 4: ...ARM INTERCONNECTING SMOKE ALARMS Use 1 5mm2 minimum solid or stranded cable with a rating of 230V When interconnecting maximum cable length between any two is 450 m for 1 5mm2 or 1200 m for 2 5mm2 20...

Page 5: ...Test button NOTE If smoke alarms are interconnected all smoke alarms should sound an alarm within three seconds after any test button is pushed and the tested smoke alarm sounds 3 If smoke alarm does...

Page 6: ...o not attempt to remove the cover or clean inside the smoke alarm THIS WILL VOID YOUR GUARANTEE REPAIR CAUTION Do not attempt to repair this smoke alarm Doing so will void your guarantee If smoke alar...

Page 7: ...onnector 3 Clean smoke alarm Smoke alarm beeps about 1 Turn off power and once a minute replace battery See KF1 and KF2 only in the MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING section 2 Clean smoke alarm KF1R and KF2R o...

Page 8: ...ASE SHALL KIDDE BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF THIS OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WHATSOEVER EVEN IF THE LOSS OR DAMAGE IS CAUSED BY ITS NEGLIGENCE OR F...

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