Customer Reviews For The Hardwired Dual Sensor Smoke Alarm with Battery Backup
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Finished easy installation of 3 more detectors So far no problems
I purchase these to replace my 18 year detectors made by this company hoping it would be a simple replace. The connection cord was different and mounting plate was also different. However it was a simple swap. Took about 10 minutes to do both.
This was a replacement for an older unit. Same connector, but had to trade out the mounting plate.
I recently purchased a USI replacement smoke detector and it did its job brilliantly. Very happy with the purchase.
I have used these to replace an older version that required replacing the base and connector. I had very little difficulty with that installation. This time the unit was a direct replacement for a unit that started beeping somewhat randomly. The old unit had that burnt electronics smell, and I presume that an insect crawled inside and shorted out the board. This installation was quick and simple, as I used the existing connector and base plate. I ordered the unit on Saturday, Universal shipped it on Monday, and I had it in California by Friday.
I always choose USI smoke alarms because they are a great product and USI stands behind each of their products.
I had purchased my smoke and carbon monoxide detector from amazon.in 2023 they were good till 2030.10 year warranty.they were dated 2018 on back of unit.Be careful from buying from Amazon your buying old inventory.They lasted me 3 years.I had to order new ones from manufacturer which had a new manufacturing date.Buy direct .
I had a USI smoke detector that began to beep which I believe was likely due to a weak battery. The problem detector was discontinued. I ordered this model (AMI106SB) as a replacement. It fit perfectly in the ceiling mount of the old detector which made installation very easy. I highly recommend USI smoke detectors.
5 stars i can rely on them working when needed hopefully never
The mounting system has changed since the earlier version, so it was more work to install the replacements than I would have liked. The new design may be better, though.
I have been buying alarms from USI for some years now and have yet to be disappointed. The house we're currently in had mostly USI alarms, so when the old ones go bad I can simply plug and play with the new ones, instead of having to rewire. The neutral and hot are opposite in the plug versus competitor brands. Not a negative, just different. I will continue to buy alarms from USI in the future
Once we found USI, no other smoke alarms come close. We replaced all our Kidde and First Alert smoke alarms in our rentalsKidde had a very high false alarm rate while the USI does not. The 10 year sealed battery with the dual sensors make this choice a winner where you don't need CO. Very good value and highly recommended.
Great product and very easy to install. I have purchased other smoke alarm detectors before and USI is reliable.
I am very satisfied with this product and seller. It was delivered quickly and the product was a direct replacement and installed easily and quickly. Installed 6 in an hour.
as ordered and have installed good
This new model had a different base plate from my old model but it was easy to replace. I love the fact I wont have bird tweets when the 9 volt battery runs out which it constantly did. Quick service and good technical tips from Nickole
Exactly what I wanted to replace my 15yo detectors. Everything went smooth and fast with my order.
Quick delivery and great prices with a large variety of products. I purchased smoke alarms twice from this company and have been very satisfied with their products.
Invested in new detectors for whole house: hard wired smoke, smoke and CO with sealed battery backup, sealed battery smoke and CO. Had to rewire as different plug than older units. Took a few hours almost 20 units, but straightforward. Happy with decision, purchase, and products.
Product FAQs
Yes, if you the alarm has a battery backup. Hardwired smoke alarms are wired directly into your home’s electrical system, but nearly all modern models - including most Universal Security Instruments alarms - also include a backup battery. This built-in battery allows the alarm to continue operating even if your home loses power, ensuring you’re protected at all times.
Power can go out during a fire for several reasons. Intense heat can damage electrical wiring, circuit breakers may trip to prevent further hazards, or flames and smoke may affect electrical panels and utility lines. In some cases, firefighters or utility crews will intentionally shut off power to keep conditions safer. Because of these possibilities, the backup battery is an essential feature - it ensures your smoke alarm will sound even if the fire itself disables your home’s electricity.
For homeowners, this means peace of mind: whether it’s a fire, a storm, or a routine power outage, your hardwired smoke alarm is designed to keep working when you need it most.
Many people assume that every smoke alarm requires a backup battery change, but most Universal Security Instruments hardwired smoke alarms are designed differently. The majority of our models feature a sealed, 10-year lithium free battery that never needs to be replaced. This long-life backup battery is permanently built into the unit, ensuring continuous protection even during a power outage.
Because the battery is sealed, there's no door or compartment for you to open. When the alarm reaches the end of its 10-year service life, the entire smoke alarm should be replaced with a new unit. This design eliminates the need for battery changes, prevents tampering, and ensures you always have reliable backup power.
If you have an older model that uses a replaceable battery, the user manual will provide step-by-step instructions. Typically, this involves twisting the alarm off its mounting bracket, opening the battery compartment, and installing a new battery of the specified type. However, if your alarm is a newer sealed-battery model, you do not need to replace the backup battery at all.
Early detection of smoke, carbon monoxide, and natural gas is key to saving lives. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recommends installing a smoke alarm on every level of your home, including finished attics and basements. You are also encouraged to install a smoke detector inside every bedroom and at the top of certain stairways.
You never know what kind of hazard will strike your home, or when. That's why we recommend technology that can detect carbon monoxide (CO) and natural gas as well as smoke and fire. You'll get the most protection from devices that can quickly and accurately detect and respond to a range of threats.
You can replace a single alarm, but for best protection and compatibility it’s recommended that all interconnected alarms in your home are from the same manufacturer and of a similar age.
A smoke alarm that goes off when there's no emergency is annoying. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), such "nuisance alarms" are the leading reason why homeowners intentionally disable their smoke detectors. Yet doing so can be deadly. A survey conducted by the NFPA found that smoke alarms sounded in only half of the home fires reported to U.S. fire departments, and almost two-thirds of home fire deaths resulted from fires in homes with no smoke alarms or no working smoke alarms.
The AMI1061SB ("B" version) comes in easy open box packaging. The AMI1061SC ("C" version) comes in blister card packaging. The only difference between these two models is the packaging.
8th generation smoke alarms, featuring advanced multi-criteria smoke and fire sensors, represent a significant leap in fire protection technology. Complying with UL 217 8th Edition standards, USI 8th edition alarms incorporate the latest innovations to enhance fire detection. USI Sensing Plus technology, a hallmark of 8th generation detectors, offers superior protection against both fast flaming and slow smoldering fires while significantly reducing nuisance alarms.
Yes, all USI Sensing Plus Detectors meet new UL 217 8th Edition requirements for smoke alarms
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