The Kidde 5000 is an AC/DC powered, ionization smoke alarm; Ionization sensing alarms may detect invisible fire particles (associated with flaming fires) sooner than photoelectric alarms, photoelectric sensing alarms may detect visible particles (associated with smoldering fires) sooner than ionization alarms; The front-loading battery door allows user to change the battery without removing the alarm from the mounting bracket making battery replacement easy and convenient; Front battery pull tab allows battery activation without removing alarm from mounting bracket; Large mounting base makes mounting easier, protects surface paint from dirt and covers imperfections; Pre-stripped wiring harness with easy off cap does not require stripper tool, tinned strands increase conductivity and wire nut grip; Large centrally located test/hush alarm control button; Dust cover |