Aritech KE-DM3010R-KIT Addressable Fire Call Point (Surface-Mounted)

1. Product Name: Aritech KE-DM3010R-KIT Addressable Manual Call Point (Surface-Mount)

2. Description:

What Is the Aritech KE-DM3010R-KIT Addressable Manual Call Point?

The Aritech KE-DM3010R-KIT is a red, single-action intelligent addressable manual call point from the Excellence series, designed for surface mounting. It is supplied as a complete set with a back box, resettable element, test connector and test key. Carrier also offers Aritech fire products under the Kidde Commercial name; this KE-series call point is part of the Kidde Excellence family.

Operating Principle

When a user presses the resettable element on the front, the call point activates and sends an alarm to the fire panel over the addressable loop in less than 3 seconds. Its status is indicated by two three-colour LEDs: steady red indicates an alarm, flashing yellow indicates a fault, and flashing green indicates communication; the steady yellow isolation indicator is available only on the isolator-equipped KE-DM3110 models. In addition to the LEDs, the alarm flag on the front makes an activated call point easy to identify visually. The address is set using DIP switches, and up to 128 devices are supported on a loop.

Role in Fire Detection Systems

Manual call points are essential devices that allow people who spot a fire before automatic detectors to raise the alarm immediately. Thanks to its addressable design, the KE-DM3010R-KIT identifies the activated call point by location at the panel and directs response teams straight to the incident. It is compatible with Kidde Excellence systems as well as older Aritech fire systems, and in many cases can be added to existing systems without changing the panel configuration.

Why Choose It?

• 180° visibility: Dual three-colour LEDs make the status easy to see from the side, even when installed in a corridor.
• Easy maintenance: The test key also serves as a removal tool; no additional tools are required.
• Flexible installation: The back box, with rear, top and bottom cable entries, and standard mounting options make it easy to adapt to refurbishment projects.
• Noise immunity: The screen (shield) terminal on the back box provides a secure connection in electrically noisy environments.
• Backward compatibility: Compatible with Excellence and older Aritech systems.

Installation and Commissioning

The call point is surface-mounted on the wall using the supplied back box; cables can enter through the rear, top or bottom of the back box. The plug-in connector and loop-through feature allow the loop to be tested before the call point is fitted. After setting the address using the DIP switches, fit the front cover. The mounting height must be determined in accordance with local regulations. Periodic tests can be carried out using the test key on the front, without removing the cover.

Technical Specifications

• Status indication: Dual LED; Alarm (steady red), Fault (flashing yellow), Communication (flashing green)
• User interface: LEDs, alarm flag
• Compatibility: Excellence and older Aritech fire alarm systems
• Connection: 2-wire loop
• Addressing method: DIP switch
• Address range: 001 – 128
• Power supply type: Loop-powered
• Operating voltage: 17–38 VDC
• Communication voltage: 4 – 11 V pulsed
• Current consumption: 180 μA (quiescent) / 2,8 mA (alarm)
• Cable specification: 0,13 – 3,31 mm² (0,40 – 2,05 mm) twisted-pair cable, max. 2 km
• Cable core count: 2
• Terminals: 4 (A+/A-; B+/B-)
• Detection principle: Call point / switch
• Monitoring: Active, Fault, Closed
• Response time: < 3 s
• Dimensions: 87 x 87 x 26 mm (without back box) / 87 x 87 x 57 mm (with back box)
• Net weight: 110 g (without back box) / 165 g (with back box)
• Colour: Red (RAL 3028)
• Mounting type: Back box, wall-mounted
• Cable entry: 4 (3 side, 1 rear)
• Enclosure material: Flame-retardant ABS
• Functional symbol: House on Fire symbol
• Operating / storage temperature: −25 to +72 °C
• Relative humidity: 10%–95% (non-condensing)
• Environment / protection rating: Indoor, IP41
• Compliance: CE, REACH, RoHS 3, WEEE
• Certification / Standard: CPR, EN 54-11 Type A (indoor)

Applications

• Escape routes and corridors
• Stair landings and exit doors
• Offices and commercial buildings
• Hotels and accommodation facilities
• Educational and healthcare buildings
• Replacement of call points in existing Aritech systems

Compatible Products

Manufacturer data lists the N-MC-FC protective cover (flip cover) and N-MC-FE break-glass element as compatible accessories for the KE-DM3010R-KIT. The break-glass element may be preferred over the resettable element. The call point can be used with Kidde Excellence series fire alarm systems and Aritech addressable panels such as the 2X-A series.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you reset the call point after activation? The product is supplied with a resettable element; it can be reused after activation without replacing the glass. The front-inserted test key is used for testing and removing the cover.

Can it be used with existing Aritech systems? Yes. The KE-DM3000 family is compatible with older Aritech fire alarm systems and can often be added without changing the panel configuration.

How many call points can be connected to a loop? Up to 128 devices are supported per loop; this figure must be considered together with the other addressable devices on the loop.

At Narstek, we provide project support for product selection, installation and commissioning of Aritech and Kidde Excellence addressable fire detection systems. Contact us for a quote for the KE-DM3010R-KIT.