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Do all my smoke detectors need to be the same brand?

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Do all my smoke detectors need to be the same brand?

To insure that the detectors communicate with each other properly, it is recommended that all be the same brand. This also will eliminate any issues should there be a problem. As a similar example, electrical boxes and the circuit breakers within them are now required to be from the same manufacturer.

Are smoke detector connections Universal?

The Power Connector: It is universal for all current BRK and First Alert smoke, carbon monoxide and heat alarms. The black wire is “hot.” The white wire is neutral. The orange wire is used for interconnect.

Can you mix wired and wireless smoke detectors?

Place one mains powered Smart RF enabled alarm on each hardwire interconnected network, to wirelessly link the networks together. YOU SHOULD NEVER: Exceed 250m of connecting wire per circuit. Connect FireAngel alarms to any other models produced by another manufacturer.

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Can you mix smoke and carbon monoxide detectors?

You can interconnect some smoke and carbon monoxide detectors so that all units in the house sound an alarm when any single one is triggered.

Are Kidde and firex the same?

Kidde acquired the manufacturer of Firex branded products in 2009 – Invensys Controls no longer manufactures or supports these products. If you own any of these products, they should be replaced with a current Kidde model.

Is Kidde a good brand?

Our top pick is the Kidde Nighthawk Carbon Monoxide Detector (view at Amazon) for its great features, budget-friendly price, and easy installation. The two power sources (plug-in and battery) and the digital display make it the top choice for me.

Can I mix Nest Protect with other smoke detectors?

Does Nest Protect work with existing smoke detectors? No. When a Nest Protect system is installed in a home, it will only be able to connect and work together with other Nest devices. So, if there are any other types of smoke detectors in the area, the Nest Protect will ignore them.

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Can you mix brands of hardwired smoke detectors?

Absolutely! You can mix and match hardwired First Alert, BRK, and Onelink models.

Is Firex still in business?

The manufacturer of Firex® branded products was acquired by Kidde in 2009. Invensys Controls no longer manufactures or supports these products.

Are dual sensor smoke alarms better?

Dual-sensor smoke detectors combine ionization and photoelectric technology to detect both flaming and smoldering fires, offering you the best protection and saving you the hassle of installing two separate smoke detectors. But you may still need to install carbon monoxide detectors, if appropriate for your home.

Is there a recall on Kidde smoke detectors?

The recalled units are part of Kidde Model Series 2040, 2050, 2060 and 2070 Smoke and Combination Smoke/Carbon Monoxide alarms. However, only alarms with the “TruSense” logo or “AMBER=FAULT” printed on the front of the alarm are included in the recall. The model number is printed on the back of the alarm.

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Can I replace just one smoke detector?

Experts recommend replacing all connected detectors at the same time, even if some are working. Smoke detectors are an essential part of a fire-prevention strategy, so you should replace yours as soon as possible.