Kidde HD135F Hardwired Heat Detector User Manual

1. Introducció

The Kidde HD135F is a hardwired heat detector designed to provide early warning of dangerous temperature increases. This unit operates on your home's 120V AC power supply and includes a 9-Volt battery backup for continuous protection during power outages. Unlike smoke alarms, this heat detector responds to temperatures rising above 135° Fahrenheit (57.2° Celsius), making it suitable for areas where smoke or dust might cause false alarms in traditional smoke detectors, such as kitchens, garages, and attics. Integrating both heat and smoke detectors in your home can enhance overall fire safety.

2. Informació important de seguretat

• Llegeix totes les instruccions: Before installation and operation, thoroughly read and understand this manual.
• Col·locació: This heat alarm is recommended for areas where smoke alarms are not appropriate due to potential nuisance alarms, such as kitchens, garages, and attics.
• Interconnection Limits: When interconnecting with other Kidde devices, the system must not exceed the NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) limit of 18 initiating devices (smoke, heat, CO). Up to 6 strobe lights or relay modules can be interconnected in addition to the initiating devices.
• Condicions de funcionament: Not recommended for use at temperatures below 32°F (0°C) or above 100°F (37.8°C), or in humidity higher than 95% relative humidity, as these conditions may reduce battery life or affect alarm performance.
• Neteja anual: Clean your alarm annually using compressed air or a vacuum cleaner around the perimeter of the alarm and the heat sensor guard. If cleaning does not restore the alarm to normal operation, it must be replaced.
• No pintar: Never paint the alarm. Paint can interfere with the sensor's ability to detect heat.

3. Contingut del paquet

El vostre paquet ha de contenir els elements següents:

• One Kidde HD135F Hardwired Heat Detector
• One 9-Volt Alkaline Battery (pre-installed or included separately)
• Suport de muntatge
• Quick-Connect Power Harness
• Manual d'instruccions

4. Característiques

• Heat Sensing Technology: Detects temperatures rising above 135°F (57.2°C).
• Alarma sonora: Sounds an 85-decibel alarm upon detection of elevated temperatures.
• Font d'alimentació dual: Operates on 120V AC hardwired power with a 9-Volt alkaline battery backup.
• Quick-Connect Power Harness: Facilitates fast and easy installation.
• Indicadors LED:
  • LED verd: Constantly 'on' when AC power is present.
  • LED vermell: Flashes every 30-40 seconds during normal operation. Flashes rapidly when the unit is alarming due to high temperature.
• Indicador de bateria baixa: Alerts the user with a one-side chirp in the event of a low or missing battery.
• Botó de prova/silenci: Allows for easy testing of the unit's electronic circuitry, horn, and battery function, and can temporarily silence nuisance alarms.
• Interconnection Capability: Can be interconnected with up to 24 compatible Kidde devices (up to 18 initiating devices like smoke, heat, or CO alarms, plus up to 6 strobe lights or relay modules).
• Certificat UL: Meets safety standards.

5. Instal·lació

Proper installation is crucial for the effective operation of your heat detector. Follow these steps carefully:

5.1 Selecció d'una ubicació

Install the heat detector on a ceiling or wall. For optimal performance, consider areas prone to rapid temperature increases but where smoke alarms might be prone to false alarms. Ideal locations include:

• Garatges: Where vehicle exhaust or dust might trigger smoke alarms.
• Àtics: Where extreme temperatures can occur.
• Cuines: To detect cooking fires without nuisance alarms from cooking fumes.

Avoid installing in areas with high humidity (e.g., bathrooms with showers) or extreme temperatures, as these can affect performance and battery life.

5.2 Muntatge del suport

1. Prepare the Electrical Box: Ensure power to the circuit is turned off at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel before beginning installation.
2. Col·loqueu el suport de muntatge: Secure the mounting bracket to the electrical box on the ceiling or wall. Use the provided screws or appropriate hardware for your surface.

5.3 Wiring the Detector

3. Connecteu l'arnès d'alimentació: Connect the quick-connect power harness to your home's 120V AC wiring. Typically, this involves connecting:
   • Black wire to the hot (live) wire.
   • White wire to the neutral wire.
   • Red wire to the interconnect wire (if interconnecting multiple alarms).
4. Attach Harness to Detector: Plug the quick-connect power harness into the receptacle on the back of the heat detector.

5.4 Instal·lació de la bateria

5. Insert 9V Battery: Open the battery compartment on the back of the detector. Insert the 9-Volt alkaline battery, ensuring correct polarity (+ to + and - to -). Close the compartment securely.

5.5 Attaching the Detector to the Bracket

6. Twist On: Align the detector with the mounting bracket and twist clockwise until it locks securely into place.
7. Restaura l'alimentació: Turn on the AC power at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel. The green LED on the detector should illuminate, indicating AC power is present.

6. Funcionament

6.1 Funcionament normal

During normal operation, with AC power connected, the green LED will be continuously lit. The red LED will flash approximately every 30-40 seconds to indicate that the unit is functioning correctly.

6.2 Testing the Detector

Test your heat detector weekly to ensure proper function:

• Press and hold the Test/Hush button located on the front of the detector.
• The alarm will sound a loud, pulsating tone, and the red LED will flash rapidly.
• Release the button. The alarm should stop, and the red LED should return to its normal flash pattern.

Nota: The alarm is loud. Stand at arm's length from the unit when testing.

6.3 Condició d'alarma

If the ambient temperature around the detector rises above 135°F (57.2°C), the unit will sound a loud, pulsating 85-decibel alarm. The red LED will flash rapidly during the alarm condition. If interconnected, all compatible alarms in the system will also sound.

6.4 Hush Feature

The Hush feature can temporarily silence the alarm for approximately 7-10 minutes. This is useful for nuisance alarms caused by temporary high heat sources (e.g., a very hot oven). To activate Hush:

• Press the Test/Hush button briefly during an alarm.
• The alarm will silence, and the red LED will flash every 1.5 seconds to indicate it is in Hush mode.
• After the Hush period, if the temperature is still above 135°F, the alarm will reactivate.

7. Manteniment

7.1 Substitució de la bateria

The 9-Volt battery provides backup power during AC outages. Replace the battery immediately when the unit emits a one-side chirp approximately every 30-40 seconds, indicating a low or missing battery.

1. Apagueu l'alimentació: Disconnect AC power to the detector at the circuit breaker.
2. Remove Detector: Twist the detector counter-clockwise from its mounting bracket.
3. Obre el compartiment de la bateria: Obriu la porta del compartiment de la bateria.
4. Substituïu la bateria: Remove the old 9-Volt battery and insert a new one, observing polarity.
5. Compartiment tancat: Tanqueu bé la porta del compartiment de la bateria.
6. Reattach Detector: Twist the detector clockwise onto its mounting bracket until it locks.
7. Restaura l'alimentació i prova: Restore AC power and test the unit as described in Section 6.2.

7.2 Neteja del detector

Clean your heat detector at least once a year to prevent dust and debris from affecting its performance.

• Apagueu l'alimentació: Disconnect AC power to the detector at the circuit breaker.
• Exterior net: Use a soft cloth to wipe the exterior of the detector.
• Neteja l'àrea del sensor: Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush attachment or compressed air to clean around the perimeter of the alarm and the heat sensor guard.
• Restaura l'alimentació i prova: Restore AC power and test the unit as described in Section 6.2.

8. Solució De Problemes

9. Especificacions

• Model: HD135F
• Font d'alimentació: 120V AC, 60Hz, 80mA max; 9V Alkaline Battery Backup
• Tipus d'alarma: Fixed Temperature Heat Alarm
• Temperatura d'activació: 135 °C (57.2 °F)
• Alarma sonora: 85 dB a 10 peus
• Humitat de funcionament: 5% - 95% Relative Humidity (non-condensing)
• Dimensions: Approximately 4"D x 4"W x 2"H (10.16 cm x 10.16 cm x 5.08 cm)
• Pes: Aproximadament 10.4 unces (295 grams)
• Interconnexió: Up to 24 Kidde devices (max 18 initiating devices)
• Certificacions: Llistat UL
• Material: Plàstic

10. Garantia i Suport

10.1 Garantia limitada

The Kidde HD135F Heat Detector comes with a Garantia limitada del fabricant d'5 any from the date of purchase. This warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service. For specific warranty terms and conditions, please refer to the documentation included with your product or contact Kidde customer support.

10.2 Atenció al client

For technical assistance, warranty claims, or service inquiries, please contact Kidde Safety:

• Telèfon: 1-800-880-6788
• Adreça: Kidde Safety, Mebane, NC 27302, USA
• Weblloc: Visit the official Kidde weblloc per a recursos addicionals i preguntes freqüents.

11. Eliminació

When the heat detector reaches the end of its service life or needs replacement, dispose of it in accordance with local regulations for electronic waste. The 9-Volt battery should be removed and recycled separately if possible, following local battery recycling guidelines.