SM120X

RELAY / POWER SUPPLY MODULE

READ INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE INSTALLING. The model SM120X module is for use with the following interconnectable models: Smoke
Alarms: 1235, 1235CA, 1275, 1275CA, 1276, 1276CA, 1285, 1285CA, 1296, i12020,
Electrical Rating: 120V AC 60 HZ 0.08 AMP i12020CA, i12040, i1240CA, i12060, i12060CA, i12080, PE120, PE120CA, PI2000, and
Contact Rating: 10 AMPS @ 120 VAC PI2000CA, RF-SM-ACDC, CO/ Smoke Combo alarms: KN-COSM-IB and KN-COSM-IBCA,
NON INDUCTIVE and Heat Alarms, HD135F, and HD135FCA, all with red interconnect wires. Each module
5 AMPS @ 30 VDC is equivalent to one interconnect alarm, reduce the maximum number of interconnect
devices by one for each module used. Do not exceed the total number of devices
DC Output: 5 MA Max. (CURRENT LIMITED) allowable in the interconnect system, refer to the individual alarm owners manual for the
DESCRIPTION: maximum number of units allowed when interconnecting. Do not exceed the
temperature or humidity limits of +40°F (4.4°C) to 100°F (37.8°C) (such as in garages
This module is only activated by a smoke alarm interconnect signal. and unfinished attics) and 90% relative humidity for either the relay module or the
The relay portion of this module can be used to activate auxiliary warning devices such alarms.
as external bells and sirens, hallway or stairwell lighting. It provides isolated, (no internal
connection to 120 volts AC) normally open, and normally closed contacts. NOTE: Only the Smoke portion of the: KN-COSM-IB and KN-COSM-IBCA combo alarms
will activate this module. If CO alarm models, KN-COB-IC, KN-COB-IC-CA, KN-COB-ICB-
The power supply portion can be used to connect spot type heat detectors (Rate of rise CA, KN-COP-IC, KN-COP-IC-CA are included in the interconnect system, they will not
or combined rate of rise and fixed temperature only) and manual pull stations activate the SM120X module.
with interconnected multiple station alarms.
ATTENTION: The wiring connecting the module with the external devices is not
WARNING! Alarm and module wiring must conform to the electrical codes and local supervised. Be sure to test the operation of all the devices controlling the module or
codes in your area. In USA, it includes articles 210 and 300.3(B) of the U.S. National controlled by the module. Devices controlled by the module can be tested by pushing the
Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70, and NFPA 72. The multiple station interconnect wiring to test button on the alarms and verifying that the controlled device responds in the desired
the alarms must be run in the same raceway or cable as the AC power wiring. In addition, manner.
the resistance of the interconnect wiring shall be a maximum of 10 ohms.
Devices controlling the module can be tested by activating the device. Test pull stations
All wiring should be performed by a licensed electrician. The module should be installed and spot type heat detectors after initial installation and each time you test your alarms.
in a UL listed junction box that has sufficient volume for proper installation. The electrical Verify that the pull station and heat detectors sound all your interconnected alarms.
circuit used to power the alarms and the module must be a 120 volt ac 60hz circuit which
cannot be turned off by a switch or a ground fault interrupter, it must be on 24 hours ATTENTION: Only use spot type heat detectors incorporating a rate of rise
a day. Since this module is 120 volt AC powered, it will not function during feature, as this type can be tested to validate operation. These detectors should be
an AC power failure, even if it is being used with the model 1275, 1275CA, 1276, tested following the manufacturers recommended procedure. This procedure typically
1276CA, 1285, 1285CA, 1296, i12040, i12040CA, i12060, i12060CA, i12080, PE120, recommends using a hot air source (hand held hair dryer or heat gun) directed at the
PE120CA, PI 2000, PI2000CA, KN-COSM-IB, KN-COSM-IBCA, HD135F, and HD135FCA, detector from approximately 1 foot away. This will activate the rate of rise portion of the
alarms which have battery backup power. detector and sound the interconnected alarms.
WARNING: This device cannot be operated from power derived from a square wave, CAUTION: Remove the hot air source as soon as the alarms sound. This will prevent
modified square wave or modified sine wave inverter. These type of inverters are activating the fixed temperature portion of the heat detector. The fixed temperature
sometimes used to supply power to the structure in off grid installations, such as solar or element is a one-time device. Once activated it will not reset and the detector will have
wind derived power sources. These power sources produce high peak voltages that will to be replaced.
damage the device.
ADDITIONAL INSTALLATION INFORMATION: (Figures 1 and 2) If the desired function is to
IMPORTANT: Whenever alarms and modules are interconnected they must be powered switch off a device when the alarms sound, connect the yellow wire (NC) instead of the
from a single circuit. When wiring the module remote from the alarm use UL/CSA listed orange wire (NO) to the supply side of the device. Be sure not to exceed the relay contact
wire as required by codes in your area. Do not use more than 1000 feet of wire ratings of the module. This module should not be used to control inductive loads with inrush
between the first and last device in the multi station system. currents that will exceed the maximum contact ratings.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS: ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY:

This module should be installed in a UL listed junction box. All connections should be Kidde warrants to the Purchaser that the enclosed module will be free of defects in
made by a qualified electrician in accordance with the requirements of the national material, workmanship or design under normal use and service for a period of one year
electrical code and/or any other local codes having jurisdiction in your area. from the date of purchase. The obligation to Kidde under this warranty is limited to
repairing or replacing any part which we find to be defective in material, workmanship,
Turn off the main power to the circuit. If you are also installing smoke alarms, heat or design, free of charge, to the customer, upon sending the relay module with proof of
alarms, or CO alarms, wire them according to their specific owner’s manual. Refer to the date of purchase, postage and return postage prepaid, to Warranty Service dept. Kidde
typical installation diagrams (Figures 1-4) included in this manual for your specific Safety, 1016 Corporate Park Drive, Mebane, NC 27302 USA. (1-800-880-6788) This
application. warranty shall not apply to the relay module if it has been damaged, modified, abused or
Connections on the Relay /Power Supply Module: altered after the date of purchase, or if it fails to operate due to improper maintenance
or inadequate AC electrical power.
Black Wire AC Hot
White Wire AC Neutral The liability of Kidde or any of its parent or subsidiary corporations arising from the sale
of this accessory module or under the terms of this limited warranty shall not in any case
Red Wire Interconnect Signal exceed the cost of the replacement of the module and, in no case, shall Kidde or any of
Blue Wire Common Contact its parent or subsidiary corporations be liable for consequential loss or damages resulting
from the failure of the relay module or for the breach of this or any other warranties,
Yellow Wire Normally Closed Contact expressed or implied, even if the loss of damage is caused the company's negligence or
Orange Wire Normally Open Contact fault.
Gray Wire 9-Volt DC Output (5MA Max.) Since some states/provinces do not allow limitations on the duration of an implied
warranty or do not allow the exclusions or limitations of incidental or consequential
After all connections are made, place the module inside a UL listed junction box, where the
damages the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. While this warranty
alarm is installed, or in a remote location and use the appropriate electrical box cover.
gives you specific legal rights, you may also have other rights, which vary from state to
CAUTION: The model SM120X should not be used to connect groups of alarms to a fire state, or province to province. The above warranty may not be altered except in writing
alarm panel or to interconnect groups of fire alarms together. signed by both parties hereto.
Residential alarms do not latch in the alarm condition and they are self-resetting. If an
alarm connected to a module has the test button pushed or the alarm momentarily
activates, it will activate the module for as long as the unit is in alarm. If more than one
alarm is connected to the module and the module is tied to a control panel there will be no
way of knowing which unit caused the alarm.
Manual P/N 810-1775 Rev. C
FIGURE 1 shows a typical installation of a relay / power supply module wired to switch Activating the pull station will sound the alarms and activate the relay portion of the
on 120 volt device when the alarms sound. In this configuration the common switch module. The common terminal of the switch contact (blue wire) is connected to the 120-
contact (blue wire) is connected to the 120 volt supply. When the alarms sound the volt supply. When the alarms sound or the pull station is activated the module detects
module detects the signal on the interconnect line (red wire) and activates the relay. As the signal on the interconnect line (red wire) and activates the relay. As result of this
a result of this action, the orange wire (NO) supplies 120 volts to the device. action, the orange wire (NO) supplies 120 volts to the device.
FIGURE 2 shows a typical installation of a manual pull station and a relay / power FIGURE 3 and 4 show the typical installation of a relay / power supply module and a
supply module. In this configuration the module receives 120-volt power all the time. The manual pull station or a spot type heat detector, interconnected with multiple station
9-volt DC output (gray wire) is used to supply power to the pull station, and the relay alarms. In both of these configurations the connected device (manual pull station or spot
portion is used to control a 120-volt device configured to switch on when the module is type heat detector) switches on the AC power to the module when the device is
activated. The pull station switches the 9 volt signal from the module back into the activated. The module then supplies the DC interconnect signal (gray wire) needed to
interconnect line. activate all of the interconnected alarms.
NOTE: The switch contacts in the Pull Station or the Heat detector must be rated for 120
volts in this application.

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