Kidde RGCUAR-RW Wifi Hardwired Smoke Co Detector

Product Description

The KIDDE RGCUAR-RW is a combination smoke and carbon monoxide detector designed for hardwired residential installations with WiFi connectivity built in. The unit includes a battery backup to maintain operation during power interruptions, ensuring continuous protection even when the main power supply is interrupted. It falls in the multicriteria detector category, meaning it monitors for both smoke and CO threats within a single device. Licensed electricians and HVAC technicians typically encounter this unit during new construction and retrofit installations where integrated life-safety detection is required.

The RGCUAR-RW is suited for residential applications where a hardwired smoke and CO detection solution with wireless monitoring capability is specified. The WiFi connection allows the detector to communicate alarm and status events to a compatible smart-home ecosystem. Battery backup ensures the unit remains operational during a power outage. It is sold individually and is appropriate for single-family homes, multi-unit dwellings, or light commercial spaces where applicable life-safety codes require combination detection.

Key Features

• Combination smoke and carbon monoxide detection in a single hardwired unit
• Built-in WiFi connectivity for remote alarm notifications and status monitoring
• AA battery backup maintains detection during power outages
• Multicriteria detection reduces nuisance alarms by cross-referencing threat types
• Sold as an individual unit for flexible installation planning

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation hardwired smoke and CO detector for residential and light commercial applications requiring combination life-safety detection with WiFi capability.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed electrician in accordance with NFPA 72 and applicable local electrical codes. Disconnect power at the circuit breaker before making any wiring connections to the hardwired terminals. Follow the manufacturer instructions for placement height and location relative to sleeping areas, fuel-burning appliances, and return-air vents. Do not install in areas with excessive humidity, dust, or temperature extremes outside the rated operating range.