What Products Will Firex Alarms Interconnect With?
About Firex Products
Kidde acquired the manufacturer of Firex branded products in 2009. Invensys Controls no longer manufactures or supports these products. This website may contain some historical support documents, such as product user guides that may reference the Invensys Controls name or mailing address for product support.
If you own any of these products, they should be replaced with a current Kidde model.
Need Help Replacing Hardwired Alarms?
If you are replacing AC hardwired Firex brand alarms manufactured prior to 2009, there is no current model that will fit the same wiring harness or mounting bracket.
Replacing alarms will require first changing the mounting bracket, and then either changing the wiring harness, or for certain Firex models, you can use the KA-F2 Adapter to avoid having to rewire to the new wiring harness.
When you change one of these older alarms, you will need to replace ALL devices attached to the interconnect line for compatibility. Follow the steps below along with your new user guide (included).
Steps to Replace Your Old Alarms
- Turn Off Power: Danger: electrical shock hazard! Before removing an installed alarm from its mounting bracket, turn off power at the main service panel by removing the appropriate fuse or switching the appropriate circuit breaker to the OFF position. Consult the user guide for your new alarm.
- Replace the Mounting Bracket: Replace the mounting bracket on your ceiling with the new one (included with a Kidde alarm).
- Install the Adapter: Purchase and install a KA-F2 Quick Convert Adapter and attach your existing wiring harness to the Kidde alarm (follow user guide instructions).
- Reapply Power and Test: When all alarms have been re-installed, re-apply power to the alarms and test to make sure they are working properly (consult your user guide throughout the process to verify operation).
For more information about your specific alarm, refer to your user guide.
Need Further Assistance?
If you have any questions or need further assistance, please don't hesitate to contact our customer care team.
They are available to help you with any concerns or inquiries you may have. Reach out to us for support, and we'll be happy to assist you!
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