Questions and answers specific to the Kidde FX-10.
To convert FX-10 NAC circuits to Class A, you must pair the existing Class B circuits. The FX-10 supports up to 2 Class A NACs by converting pairs of its 4...
Yes, the FX-10 supports both 2-wire and 4-wire smoke detectors. 2-wire detectors connect directly to the 10 available Initiating Device Circuits (IDCs), while...
The FX-10 onboard relays are located at TB3 and provide common signals for Alarm, Supervisory, and Trouble events. These relays are not field-configurable and...
To perform a walk test on the FX-10, ensure the panel has no active alarm or supervisory events. This procedure allows a single technician to test devices as...
To access the programming menu on an FX-10, you must install a jumper on the J3 (PRG) pins on the main circuit board (Page 31) [1]. Once in local program mode,...
The FX-10 cabinet accommodates sealed lead-acid batteries up to 10 Ah (Page 1) [1]. While the system supports a maximum charging capacity of 24 Ah, an external...
To set up zone-specific activation on the FX-10, you must configure the NAC assignments for each Initiating Device Circuit (IDC). This allows you to select...
To determine if your load exceeds FX-10 ratings, you must verify that the total current draw is within panel limits and that the voltage drop does not exceed...
To program NAC circuits on the FX-10, you must access the panel programming menu and assign specific values to the NAC Type option for each circuit. 1. Enter...
To configure the Kidde FX-10 for Class A wiring, you must change the circuit's Class setting in the panel programming menu. This process automatically pairs...
