Kidde - Edwards EGCARF Ceiling Horn Red Fire Alarm

Product Description

The KIDDE - EDWARDS EGCARF is a red ceiling-mount horn designed for fire alarm notification systems. It produces an audible alert signal when activated by a compatible fire alarm control panel, serving as a primary notification appliance in life-safety installations. The unit mounts to a standard ceiling junction box and is finished in red per fire alarm convention. Licensed fire alarm technicians and electricians install this device as part of new construction or retrofit notification appliance circuits. Its ceiling-mount form factor suits corridors, common areas, and commercial or light industrial spaces where wall space is limited.

The EGCARF is intended for use in fire alarm notification appliance circuits in commercial and residential applications. It is well-suited for retrofit upgrades or new system installations where a ceiling-mount audible device is required. The horn is sold individually and is categorized as a speaker or strobe-class notification appliance. Installation is typically performed under the authority of a licensed fire alarm technician or licensed electrician in accordance with local fire codes and NFPA 72.

Key Features

• Red housing finish meets standard fire alarm color conventions for notification appliances
• Ceiling-mount design suitable for corridors, open areas, and spaces with limited wall access
• Audible horn output provides occupant notification upon panel activation
• Sold as a single unit for targeted replacement or phased installation
• Classified as a speaker or strobe category notification appliance

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-install ceiling horn for fire alarm notification appliance circuits. No specific compatible panel models or system families were provided in the product data.

Installation Notes

Installation must be performed by a licensed fire alarm technician or licensed electrician in compliance with NFPA 72 and applicable local fire codes. Disconnect and lock out the fire alarm control panel power before wiring the device to the notification appliance circuit. Mount the horn securely to a listed ceiling junction box prior to making electrical connections. Do not energize the circuit until all connections are inspected and the junction box is properly covered.