{"product_id":"kidde-detect-30cud10-vca-10yr-battery-smoke-co-alarm","title":"Kidde DETECT 10-Year Battery Smoke \u0026 CO Alarm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecade-long maintenance-free dual protection with bilingual voice warnings.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Kidde DETECT 30CUD10-VCA provides combination smoke and carbon monoxide detection powered by a factory-sealed 10-year lithium power supply. Eliminating battery replacements and low-battery midnight chirps, it features enhanced photoelectric sensing, electrochemical CO detection, reduced cooking nuisance alarms, and automated component self-testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10-year sealed lithium power\u003c\/strong\u003e — Sealed power cell provides continuous operational power across the alarm's entire 10-year service life without battery changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual detection chamber\u003c\/strong\u003e — Protects against both smoldering fire hazards and invisible, odorless carbon monoxide gas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVoice announcement alerts\u003c\/strong\u003e — Vocal warning announces danger in English and French (“Fire! Feu!” or “Warning: Carbon Monoxide!”).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCooking nuisance reduction\u003c\/strong\u003e — Calibrated optical sensing distinguishes between authentic fire events and routine kitchen cooking particles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutomatic self-testing\u003c\/strong\u003e — Internal electronic components run regular diagnostic routines to verify operational readiness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSimple bracket activation\u003c\/strong\u003e — Turning the unit onto its mounting bracket automatically activates the internal lithium power cell.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKidde\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30CUD10-VCA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30CUD10-VCA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDetection type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmoke and Carbon Monoxide (CO)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSmoke sensor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhotoelectric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCO sensor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectrochemical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePower source\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSealed 3 V lithium battery (10-year lifespan, maintenance-free)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAudible alarm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e85 dB at 3 m (10 ft) with voice alerts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eLanguages\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBilingual English \/ French\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInterconnect capability\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandalone (non-interconnected)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSelf-testing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePeriodic internal component and circuitry checks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eOperating temperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.4 °C to 37.8 °C (40 °F to 100 °F)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eOperating humidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10% to 95% relative humidity (RH), non-condensing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12.7 cm diameter × 4.4 cm depth (5.0 × 1.7 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.28 kg (0.62 lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eStandards\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCAN\/ULC-S531, CSA 6.19-01\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBefore you buy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelivers standalone protection without electrical wiring; cannot be hardwired into interconnected multi-room systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe internal lithium battery activates permanently upon first installation onto the mounting bracket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce the 10-year operational period expires, an end-of-life chirp signals that the entire unit must be replaced per safety code.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReview room dimensions and install on each level of the home and near sleeping quarters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuestions about sealed battery life safety equipment? Contact us prior to ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"details\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the battery in this alarm be replaced?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. The battery is permanently sealed inside the unit to provide maintenance-free operation across the entire 10-year life of the alarm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"details\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is the unit activated out of the box?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eMounting the alarm onto its included ceiling plate and rotating it into position automatically engages the internal activation switch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"details\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does this model alert occupants?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt emits an 85 dB temporal tone accompanied by spoken voice warnings declaring whether smoke or carbon monoxide has been detected.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"details\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat happens when the 10 years are finished?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe unit emits an end-of-life notification chirp indicating it has reached the end of its 10-year service life and requires replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"details\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this alarm suitable for kitchens?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhile equipped with reduced nuisance sensing technology, alarms should be installed at least 3 meters (10 feet) away from cooking appliances.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"details\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this unit interconnect with other alarms?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. The 30CUD10-VCA is a standalone battery alarm and does not interconnect with other detectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"details\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does self-testing operate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eInternal circuitry automatically runs background diagnostic checks to ensure the sensor and electrical components operate as intended.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"details\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I test the unit manually?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Pressing the front Test\/Hush button initiates a complete diagnostic sequence verifying the sounder, voice, and LED status.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"details\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat standards does this model comply with?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe alarm is certified to Canadian safety standards CAN\/ULC-S531 and CSA 6.19-01.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"details\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat mounting hardware is included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe package includes a twist-and-click mounting bracket, screws, and drywall anchors for fast mounting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDocuments\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/brand.kidde.com\/m\/4ed6f9af22428a1c\/Product_PDS_30CUD10-VCA_0324_Eng.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eProduct data sheet — 30CUD10-VCA (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/brand.kidde.com\/m\/5b14c7e667fd33d4\/Product_UG_30CUD10-VCA_0324_Eng.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eUser guide \u0026amp; installation manual — 30CUD10-VCA (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eSpecifications derived from official Kidde Canada technical documentation and manufacturer engineering data sheets. 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