First Alert BRK 3120B Hardwired Photoelectric and Ionization Smoke Alarm with Battery Backup, Dual Sensing Smoke Alarm, 1-Pack
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Style: Standard Detection
Size: 1-Pack
Configuration: 10-Year Battery
Features
- The front cover design of the alarm may vary but product function remains the same.
- The First Alert Hardwired Dual Sensor Photoelectric and Ionization Smoke Alarm with Battery Backup is designed to help provide peace of mind.
- This dual sensor, photoelectric and ionization alarm alerts you to both smoldering and fast-flaming fires in the event of a home fire emergency.
- Hardwire alarm includes battery backup for protection during power outages.
- Two latching features help indicate a low battery or the originating alarm in a system.
- A single test button makes alarm easy to test regularly.
Description
The First Alert Model No. 3120B is a wire in, 120V AC 60Hz single and/or multiple station photoelectric and ionization dual sensor smoke alarm specifically designed for residential and institutional applications including sleeping rooms of hospitals, hotels, motels, dormitories and other multifamily dwellings as defined in standard NFPA 101. Model 3120B complies with UL217, CSFM, NFPA 72, HUD, FHA and other agencies that model their codes after the above agencies. It meets building codes where AC/DC photoelectric and ionization combination smoke alarms are required. The BRK 3120B is a state of the art hardwired with battery backup smoke alarm that features dual photoelectric and ionization smoke sensing technologies. This alarm features two latching features and two silence features. Alarm Latch: Easily identifies initiating alarm even after alarm condition has subsided. Low Battery Latch: Identifies which unit is in low battery condition by blinking the green power light. Low Battery Silence: Temporarily silence the low battery chirp for up to eight hours. Alarm Silence: Silence alarm for several minutes. Other features include an85dB horn, single button test/silence, an easy access battery drawer and dust cover. OptiPath 360 Technology: Exclusive patented technology provides 360 degrees of direct access to the smoke sensor. Two locking features are provided to prevent battery theft and/or theft of the unit. Connection to AC power is made with a Quick Connect wiring harness. Installation is quick, easy and cost effective.
Brand: First Alert
Style: Standard Detection
Power Source: Battery Powered
Color: Dual Sensing Smoke Alarm
Product Dimensions: 2"D x 5.25"W x 5"H
Item Weight: 0.73 Pounds
Alarm: Audible
Compatible Devices: photoelectric
Upper Temperature Rating: 38 Degrees Celsius
Sensor Type: Photoelectric
Power Source: Battery Powered
Alarm: Audible
Compatible Devices: photoelectric
Sensor Type: Photoelectric
Upper Temperature Rating: 38 Degrees Celsius
Product Style: Standard Detection
Color: Dual Sensing Smoke Alarm
Item Dimensions D x W x H: 2"D x 5.25"W x 5"H
Item Weight: 0.73 Pounds
Brand: First Alert
Model Number: 3120FF
Global Trade Identification Number: 34
Manufacturer Warranty Description: 10 Year Limited
Number of Items: 1
Manufacturer: First Alert
UPC: 029054015334
Mfr Part Number: 3120FF
Unit Count: 1.0 Count
Item Type Name: Smoke Detector
Built-In Media: Smoke Detector, batteries, mount, user's manual
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