The Kidde Firex smoke and heat alarms are mains powered with a back-up battery. If the ceiling is concrete or there is insufficient room for cable, the SMK4896 surface mounting pattress may be required for the installation.
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C O
14th November 2025
T D
Quality product and good delivery
15th June 2024
Anonymous
Easy to install
Ordered the fire alarms to replace the originals that had turned yellow with age
19th March 2017
| Product Code | KESMK4896 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Kidde |
| Manufacturer's Part Number | SMK4896 |
| Approvals & Markings | CE Marked |
| Colour | White |
| Compatible Products | Kidde Firex Alarms |
| Equipment Type | Base |
| Material | Plastic |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C To +40°C |
| Recyclable | Not Recyclable |
| Relative Humidity | Up To 93% |
| Warranty | 6 Years |
| Dimensions (Unit) |
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| Weight | 48g |
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