Protect your home with the First Alert SC5 Wifi Hard-Wired with Battery Back-Up Electrochemical/Photoelectric Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detector. This single-unit safety device blends dependable power, smart connectivity, and precise sensing to keep your family safer, whether you’re at home or away.
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Hard-wired power with battery back-up: continuous protection during power outages, so you’re covered even when the lights go out.
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Wi-Fi enabled: connect to your home network to receive real-time alerts on your smartphone and monitor status remotely, giving you peace of mind from anywhere.
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Electrochemical CO sensor paired with photoelectric smoke sensor: designed for fast, accurate detection while minimizing nuisance alarms, especially in rooms where cooking or steamy activity occurs.
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UL Listed safety certification (with additional listings noted in product specs)
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Compact, boxed packaging—each box contains a single detector for straightforward installation and replacement
In everyday use, this SC5 Wifi model acts as a smart safety hub for your home. The electrochemical sensor delivers dependable carbon monoxide detection, alerting you to dangerous gas buildup before symptoms appear. The photoelectric sensor rapidly identifies smoldering fires, providing early warning without triggering frequent false alarms from everyday steam or dust. When connected to Wi-Fi, you’ll receive immediate notifications on your phone, so you can react fast whether you’re upstairs, across town, or on vacation.
Who benefits most
- Homeowners installing a reliable, interconnected safety system
- Renters seeking a single, easy-to-maintain detector with added remote monitoring
- Households with sleeping occupants, elderly residents, or small children who need timely alerts
- Anyone wanting continuous protection during power outages thanks to the battery backup
Practical setup and care
Install in a central location with clear airflow for optimal sensing, away from kitchens and bathrooms to reduce nuisance alarms. Test the unit regularly to confirm alarms, connectivity, and backup power are functioning. Clean the sensor openings gently to maintain sensitivity and extend the device’s life.
Choose the First Alert SC5 Wifi for a robust, connected, and trustworthy smoke and carbon monoxide detection solution that protects your home with smart, reliable hardware and sensors designed for real-world scenarios.