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USI Electric Hardwired Ionization Smoke and Fire Alarm with Battery Backup (5304)

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Ionization Smoke and Fire Alarm
120 Volt AC Wired-In
9 Volt Battery Backup
Loud 85 db Alarm
Improved Nuisance Alarm Resistance
Quick Draw Battery Drawer
Test/Silence Button
Power and Alarm LED's
Super Heavy-Duty Battery Included
2 Tamper Resistant Locking Features for Alarm and Battery
Interconnectable will all USI and Universal 120V Alarms
Compatible with up to 24 Compatible Devices
Ideal for Homes, Apartments, Dormitories, Manufactured Housing and Mobile Homes
Listed to UL217 Standard
California State Fire Marshal Approved
10 Year Limited Warranty

The USI Electric 5304 Hardwired Ionization Smoke and Fire Alarm responds quickly to fast-flaming fires to protect your family against deadly threats in the home. Perfect for new or replacement installations, the 120-volt AC hardwired alarm is suitable for houses, apartments and mobile homes. Quick Find alarm origination identifies the first alarm to sound in an interconnected system and the single silence/test button temporarily quiets nonemergency alarms. The 9-volt alkaline battery (included) provides continuous protection in the event of a power outage.

This alarm also features a quick activation pull-tab and a front-loading battery drawer for replacement without removing the alarm from the bracket. Mount the bracket to any standard wiring junction box and use the large mounting base to cover imperfections in drywall. The plastic dust cover protects the alarm from debris and (2) tamper-resistant locks prevent unwanted alarm or battery removal. For maximum protection, install an alarm inside every bedroom, outside every sleeping area and on all levels of the dwelling. The USI Electric 5304 Hardwired Ionization Smoke and Fire Alarm comes with a 10 year limited warranty.

Recommended replacement for the following obsolete models:
-USI-5204
-SS-2795

MPN: 5304
UPC: 042741053044
Warranty: 10 year Limited Warranty
Alarm Power Source: 120 volt hardwired & 9 volt battery backup
Alarm Sensor Type: Ionization
Manufacturing Credits: ISO 9001 certified factory, UL listed & CSFM listed

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Average Customer Rating Based on 66 reviews:

Smoke Alarm - 04/04/2018
Reviewer: Ronald Silich
The smoke alarms are very good. However, when installing them they sounded and had a little trouble understanding how to stop it. After installing three of them, the beeping stopped and now works perfectly.

10 year replacement and going strong. - 02/18/2018
Reviewer: Brian Tucker
We've never had any issues with these smoke/fire alarms, and twice a year battery changing, makes for a reliable product.

Great Product for Great Price! - 02/16/2018
Reviewer: Nina House
I always knew that I should replace the batteries in my Smoke and Fire alarms but I then found out that the units themselves have an expiration date. USI offers a great product for a great price! I was able to order online from USI a bundle of 4 Smoke detectors. Shopping was easy and shipping was fast!

Wired smoke alarm - 01/30/2018
Reviewer: Robert Condon
I ordered the recommended replacement for the smoke alarm I had in my house and the replacement worked great.

- 01/28/2018
Reviewer: Jessica Pulk
Received in a timely manner

Great smoke alarm - 01/15/2018
Reviewer: Robert Condon
Had one in my house for 22 years before it quit working. Replaced it with a new model and it plugged right in. Had a little trouble with getting the alarm to align/twist into the bracket on the ceiling.

- 12/04/2017
Reviewer: John Gage
I was able to install the alarm without any problem. It was a replacement for one that was 10 years old and still functioning.

- 11/17/2017
Reviewer: Frederick Elsass
They have been installed and working good

Smoke Alarm - 11/14/2017
Reviewer: Michael Carey
Great buy! Fits in my system perfectly!!

- 11/07/2017
Reviewer: Martin Worn
Shipped on time, easy installation. Buy again any time.

excellent service - 10/31/2017
Reviewer: Ronald Stevens
speedy

positive - 10/16/2017
Reviewer: james langlois
good service

Need one more! - 10/03/2017
Reviewer: Charlie Mayne
These were ordered as a replacement for the ones I installed 10 years ago. Very good products for the money and the safety they provide. Easy to install.

Home fire alarm - 09/20/2017
Reviewer: Gregory Brown
Exact replacement for 10 year old expired System. It was easy to order, and customer help desk confirmed my questions on model. Received in good condition and install instructions were clear.

- 08/28/2017
Reviewer: Amelie Gresham
This was the second order for me. I called and the lady put in my phone number found my original order from earlier this year and placed my order for 3 more units! So easy and efficient!

Excellent Product - 08/08/2017
Reviewer: James Meldrum
My order was shipped promptly and was easy to install and seems to be working well. I appreciate the fact that the smoke detector came with a battery so I did not have to go buy one or provide one.

Easy install - 07/10/2017
Reviewer: Donald Lipinski
I am pleased. I needed to replace 12 old units. The replacements only required me to replace the face plate and plug in the new device with existing wiring.

Very awesome. - 07/08/2017
Reviewer: John Houck
Hello,I bought these to replace the 5204. Great shipping and packaging. Easy and quick install. Great product and will be doing business with USI in the future. Sincerely, John

happy with the process - 07/07/2017
Reviewer: Paul Stephenson
I have many Universal smoke detectors that are hardwired throughout our home. I recently replaced 2 and the order process and price was very reasonable.

Smoke detector - 06/22/2017
Reviewer: Eugene Schaffner
Exzcellent product

Sms Dec - 06/05/2017
Reviewer: Charlie Adcock
Easy to install and I like the test & silent button

Smokes reorder - 05/11/2017
Reviewer: Willie Washington
My smoke alerts started acting crazy until I read the back of one and stated to replace by 2016. So, here in 2017, I reordered, received and installed them and they work great.

Excellent service - 05/09/2017
Reviewer: James Johnson
Thanks for prompt shipping.

Alarms - 04/27/2017
Reviewer: Cyd Allgood
Just installed. Very easy to replace old version.

- 04/22/2017
Reviewer: VICK D
I ordered 5 of these smoke alarms to replace the 10-year-old models in my home one started malfunctioning and I decided to replace all of them. I am not experienced enough to install new electrical wiring. Online research showed this is the replacement model for the old fire alarms. This model allowed me to use the same mounting bracket and quick connector wire for the electrical hookup. The quick connector was a little difficult to remove but after the first installation, I'm a pro! Ordering was easy, the product is reasonably priced,and it arrived quickly. I plan to order my next replacements in 10 years when these need replacement. AWESOME.

Minor Rewiring Reqd - 04/17/2017
Reviewer: Vic Hackenschmidt
I replaced 7 hard-wired units in an hour and a half. The old plugs weren't an exact fit on the new units, so I had to wire in the new pigs. Old units were 11 years old. New 5304s work perfectly.

Perfect fit - 03/31/2017
Reviewer: William Murphy
On time delivery, easy install and fit perfectly on the old ceiling mounting Without modification.

- 03/29/2017
Reviewer: ralph cohen
excellent and easily to install

Great product and customer service - 03/14/2017
Reviewer: Danette Whiting
Purchased this smoke detector to replace an older model. I called and the lady who answered was very knowledgeable and helpful. Great product and even better customer service!! Would definitely recommend purchasing from this company!!

- 03/13/2017
Reviewer: Jane Tindall
The battery drawer is so convenient. Will be ordering a second alarm.

- 03/07/2017
Reviewer: Frank Ramsey
works great fixed my problem.

- 02/23/2017
Reviewer: Herbert Hudson
My home was equipped with the UAI Electric Hardwired Ionazation Smoke alarms Model 5204. the Model 5304 installed without having to replace the AC plug assembly and the base was the same also. These smoke alarms are normally good for 8 - 10 years

- 02/14/2017
Reviewer: Jason Slucher
Fantastic business. Fast...everything.

- 02/04/2017
Reviewer: Noel B. Jariel
Order arrived quickly. Easy to install.

- 01/27/2017
Reviewer: Jason Slucher
Easy process and fast shipment. Just ordered 2 more.

- 01/26/2017
Reviewer: Miguel Ossorio
Replaced 5204 purchased in Feb 2012. Works fine

Economical product - 01/20/2017
Reviewer: Gerald Murray
Good product for the cost. Very easy to install.

- 01/07/2017
Reviewer: David Chunn
Easy match, plug-in and done

Smoke Alarm Purchase - 11/28/2016
Reviewer: Ed Sudduth
The two units were easy to install and have worked without issue.

Smoke Detector - 10/26/2016
Reviewer: Omolara Oladipo
Items are in good condition and delivery was on time.

Perfect replacement - 10/22/2016
Reviewer: David Thissell
Hoped this would be an easy install and it was. On time delivery and a fair price. Will shop here again when needed.

- 09/13/2016
Reviewer: David Chunn
The website information guided me to the newest model. Perfect match and functioning with other units.

- 08/09/2016
Reviewer: Kenneth Robar
The 5304 items replaced one of your older models installed several years ago. The replacement installation was easily performed.

Excellent product - 07/16/2016
Reviewer: Jennifer Tanguis
Replaced 10-year-old prior model number. Perfect fit. No re-wiring necessary. Great product.

- 07/14/2016
Reviewer: Children Community Services bransky
Great product!

- 07/13/2016
Reviewer: Kenneth Isidore
very good product

Excellent fire alarm. Easy to install. - 07/08/2016
Reviewer: Fred Goldenson
Excellent fire alarm. Easy to install. Delivery was prompt and, as I had some questions about the fire alarm I was pleased with stateside phone assistance.

- 05/23/2016
Reviewer: JDH
Very pleased with the items. Customer service very helpful with questions.

Problem Solved - 05/15/2016
Reviewer: joseph salerno
USI helped me find smoke detectors for my home which were needed to replace discontinued units that were aging out. Price was right and shipping was free.

Works just fine - 05/08/2016
Reviewer: Balus Glover
Works just fine. Got rid of the annoying chirping

USI SMOKE AND FIRE ALARM - 04/11/2016
Reviewer: E. H LEE
This Item was replacement for USI5204. I like the design and it perfectly fitted to old one. The shipment was delivered right on time.

Replacement Units - 03/25/2016
Reviewer: James Heck
These detectors were a replacement for 4 older units. They came with all the hardware to make installation very easy. Product was exactly what I ordered. Delivery was very quick.

Ease of Installation - 02/03/2016
Reviewer: James Meldrum
It was really nice to find the exact product online when it was hard to find in other local stores. Installation was quick and easy and this unit matches the other smoke detectors in our home.

Replacement smoke and fire alarm - 01/21/2016
Reviewer: Joseph McEachron
Purchased to replace broken older model 5204. Plugged right into existing wiring and used old mount, less than five minute job.

- 01/20/2016
Reviewer: Donald King
Always very helpful w/o a problem.

Works - 01/10/2016
Reviewer: Zeb Zbranek
Had to replace two of the older versions in my home. New ones are working properly. Hope I never need them. Wish battery would chirp every 15 seconds to replace. Would make finding easier.

Smoke and Fire Alarm with Battery Backup 5304 - 12/30/2015
Reviewer: Chandrashekhar Chavan
The product works as advertised. Very easy to install if existing product was similar type.

USI 5304 Smoke and Fire Detector - 12/28/2015
Reviewer: Joseph Groh
The product serves as a drop-in replacement for USI model 5204 which we had in our house. It fits the same mounting bracket and wiring harness, it is literally a 5 minute job to replace. Works perfect!

- 12/18/2015
Reviewer: James Sheets
good service and delivery

Universal faster than locomotive - 11/30/2015
Reviewer: Rickey Holder
Order the smoke alarms and receive the faster than paying a higher price for delivery. Now that's saving.

Replacement Smoke Alarm - 08/29/2015
Reviewer: Matt Huber
I had an older model Universal smoke alarm. When doing the research their site said the replacement model was the 5304. I ordered a replacement and a spare, since I have about 7 in the house. Hook up is identical to the unit being replaced. Took 30 seconds including testing. All was fine.

Replacement Smoke Alarm - 08/28/2015
Reviewer: Matt Huber
I had an older model Universal smoke alarm. When doing the research their site said the replacement model was the 5304. I ordered a replacement and a spare, since I have about 7 in the house. Hook up is identical to the unit being replaced. Took 30 seconds including testing. All was fine.

Perfect Replacement - 08/10/2015
Reviewer: Calvin Peel
This model had been installed when my house was built in 2006. It was refreshing to be able to order the exact plug and operate model. Thanks!

- 08/04/2015
Reviewer: Edna Malveaux
Easy to install, even to older connection from same brand name. Working great!

Replacing 5204 Smoke/Fire Alarms - 03/07/2015
Reviewer: Bruce Spesard
I replaced the 10-year old 5204 alarms in my house with the recommended 5304 alarms. Replacement was easy using the existing bracket & wiring -- twist the old unit off & unplug followed by plug the new unit in & position-&-twist onto the bracket. The 5304 was on back-order but arrived much to my delight BEFORE the promised date. I just asked the company via their website how to dispose of the old units as they contain a small amount of radioactive material and await their response.

Great product - 01/06/2015
Reviewer: Robert Pettinato
Works great and the battery backup is perfect, good for peace of mind...

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Q: WHY DOES MY SMOKE ALARM 'CHIRP' APPROXIMATELY ONCE EVERY MINUTE?

A: The smoke alarm chirps to indicate a "low battery" condition, meaning the battery needs to be replaced. Battery powered smoke alarms will chirp a minimum of 30 days before the battery completely loses power.

AC powered smoke alarms with battery backup will chirp indefinitely assuming AC power is present; if battery power is low, or battery is removed; until a fresh battery is installed. Approved replacement batteries are listed on the back of each smoke alarm and in the user's manual.

Certain model smoke alarms with a silence button (designed to silence the alarm during a nuisance alarm) may chirp to indicate the smoke alarm is in the silence mode. The chirp will stop after approximately 8 minutes and the smoke alarm will return to its normal operation.

Q: WHAT DOES IT MEAN WHEN THE RED LIGHT ON THE ALARM FLASHES APPROXIMATELY ONCE EVERY MINUTE?

A: The flashing red light gives a visual indication that the smoke detector is functioning properly. It also indicates a working battery is connected to the smoke alarm.

Q: WHAT DOES THE CONTINUOUS GREEN LIGHT ON MY SMOKE ALARM INDICATE?

A: When a green light is present on your smoke detector, it means that AC power is currently operating the alarm.

Q: THE GREEN LIGHT ON MY SMOKE ALARM HAS GONE OUT, WHAT DOES THIS MEAN?

A: If the green light on your smoke detector is not on, it means the AC power has been interrupted to the alarm. Check the circuit breaker and AC wiring to make sure power is still reaching the smoke alarm.

Q: HOW CAN I TELL WHICH SMOKE ALARM IN A MULTI-STATION SYSTEM INITIATED THE ALARM?

A: When interconnected alarms are alarming, the smoke alarm which initiated the alarm, either by test button or sensing smoke, will flash the red LED light approximately once per second. The red LED light on the other non-initiated interconnected smoke detectors will not be lit but will sound the alarm.

Q: HOW MANY SMOKE ALARMS OR DEVICES CAN BE INTERCONNECT AT ONE TIME?

A: The NFPA 72 standard states the interconnect limit is 12 smoke alarms and up to 6 other alarms (heat alarms or carbon monoxide detectors) for a total of 18 total alarms. With 18 alarms interconnected, up to an additional 6 relay modules may be interconnected (for a maximum of 24 devices).

If battery backup alarms and non-battery backup alarms and accessories are mixed in an interconnect system, all devices without battery backup WILL NOT operate during an AC power failure.

CAUTION: USI alarms and accessories should only be interconnected with other USI alarms and accessories. Connecting devices from another manufacturer to USI devices may result in nuisance alarms, failure to alarm, or damage to one or all of the devices in the interconnect system. All interconnected USI alarms should be powered by the same fuse or circuit breaker. Smoke alarms shall not receive their power from a circuit that is protected by a ground fault circuit interrupter. Improper connection will result in damage to the alarm, failure to operate, or a shock hazard.

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