BRK First Alert SMICO100-AC Smoke and CO Alarm 5 Pack
- Smoke and carbon monoxide detection in one hardwired alarm
- 9V battery backup during power outages
- Up to 12 First Alert or BRK detectors plus 6 compatible devices interconnect
- 5 Pack per the listing title
- Quick-connect plug for swapping existing hardwired detectors
- Latching indicator shows which unit started the alarm
- End-of-life warning when the alarm needs replacing
- 5"D x 4"W x 2"H, 16 ounces listed weight
Refresh date unavailable · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A sensible set for replacing aging hardwired alarms with combination units that sound together. The listing does not name the smoke sensor type, so check that if your local code or preference depends on it.
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ASIN: B0F63YRP89Model: SMICO100-ACCategory: Combination Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Overview
Wiring these alarms into a home's interconnect circuit lets every unit sound when one senses smoke or carbon monoxide. Each alarm attaches through a quick-connect plug, runs on house power, and falls back to its backup battery when the power drops.
Covering both hazards in one housing cuts the number of ceiling units, and interconnect means a basement alarm wakes an upstairs bedroom. Precision Detection aims to cut cooking nuisance alarms. Houses without hardwired alarm circuits gain little from these units.
Who it's for
Homeowners swapping out old wired detectors across several rooms get smoke and carbon monoxide coverage in one swap. Renters who cannot touch ceiling wiring should look at plug-in or battery alarms instead.
Pros and cons
- Detects smoke and carbon monoxide together
- Battery backup covers power outages
- Interconnect sounds every linked alarm
- Latching light flags the originating unit
- Smoke sensor type not listed
- Requires a hardwired alarm circuit
- Listing conflicts on model number and item count
Performance notes
Precision Detection sensing is built to new industry standards for reducing cooking nuisance alarms, which governs how often it sounds near the stove. Interconnect wiring carries the alarm signal so every linked unit sounds together, and the latching indicator shows where it started. In a power cut the backup battery takes over, so its condition decides protection during an outage.
Specifications
| Brand | BRK |
|---|---|
| Model | SMICO100-AC |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 1 pound |
| Item Dimensions D X W X H | 5 × 4 × 2 inches |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Battery |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | White |
| Other details | |
| Alarm | Audible |
| Number Of Items | 1 |
| Product Style | Hardwired Smoke Alarm |
| Builtin Media | Battery |
Frequently asked questions
Will the First Alert SMICO100-AC link with my existing hardwired alarms?
It interconnects with up to 12 other First Alert or BRK detectors and 6 other compatible devices. The user manual lists which alarms are compatible; other brands are not named.
Can the SMICO100-AC replace an old hardwired detector without rewiring?
The listing says the hardwired quick-connect plug allows replacement of existing hardwired detectors without rewiring the home's electrical system.
Is the SMICO100-AC a battery-only smoke alarm?
No. It is designed for hardwired installation, and the 9V battery serves only as backup during outages.
How do I test the First Alert SMICO100-AC?
Press the test/silence button regularly; the same button silences false alarms. The user manual explains how and when to test and replace the alarm.
Can the alarm be locked to the ceiling?
An optional locking feature helps prevent unauthorized removal of the alarm.