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and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that the interference will not occur in a
UNDERSTANDING YOUR CO ALARM
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference
to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
WHAT YOU SEE AND HEAR DURING INSTALLATION
interference by one or more of the following measures:
UNDER NORMAL CONDITIONS (AC POWER):
•
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
HORN: Silent
•
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
POWER/ALARM LIGHT: Shines continuously
•
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that
WHEN YOU TEST THE CO ALARM:
of the receiver.
HORN: Sounds loudly - 4 beeps, pause, 4 beeps, pause
•
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or TV technician for help.
POWER/ALARM LIGHT: The LED flashes with the same pattern as
Warning: Changes or modifications to the product, not expressly
the horn.
approved by First Alert / BRK Brands, Inc., could void the user's
authority to operate the equipment.
WHAT YOU SEE AND HEAR UNDER DIFFERENT CONDITIONS
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
DURING A POWER FAILURE (IN BATTERY BACK-UP):
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
HORN: Silent
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
POWER/ALARM LIGHT: Flashes once a minute.
HOW YOUR CO ALARM WORKS
WHEN THE ELECTRICITY COMES BACK ON AFTER A POWER FAILURE:
HORN: Silent
GENERAL INFORMATION
POWER/ALARM LIGHT: Shines continuously.
IF BATTERY BECOMES LOW OR IS MISSING:
Leave your CO Alarm plugged in year-round. CO problems can
HORN: Chirps once a minute
occur any time during the year, and this Alarm can only alert you if
POWER/ALARM LIGHT: Shines continuously if AC is present or
it is plugged in and receiving power.
flashes coincident with the horn-chirp if AC is not present.
This CO Alarm is intended for use in a standard, unswitched 120V AC
IF THE CO ALARM IS NOT OPERATING PROPERLY (MALFUNCTION
wall outlet. It is not intended for use in extension cords, power strips, or
SIGNAL):
outlets controlled by a switch or dimmer. These may not provide contin-
uous power to the unit. When fully powered, the unit samples the air
HORN: 3 chirps every minute
and takes a new reading about every second. A microchip inside the
POWER/ALARM LIGHT: Flashes three times with the horn.
unit stores each reading, and remembers the levels of CO it has been
exposed to over time. The Alarm sounds when it has been exposed to
IF THE CO ALARM HAS REACHED ITS END OF LIFE:
a "critical" level of CO (measured in parts per million or "ppm") within
HORN: 5 chirps every minute
a specified time (measured in minutes). This CO Alarm features a
POWER/ALARM LIGHT: 5 flashes approximately once a minute.
permanently installed sensor, an indicator light, and an 85dB alarm horn.
It also has a Silence Feature to temporarily quiet the alarm horn.
WHAT YOU SEE AND HEAR IF CO IS DETECTED
MALFUNCTION WARNING
ALARM LEVELS OF CO ARE DETECTED:
This unit performs self-diagnostic tests. If the Alarm malfunctions, it
HORN: Sounds loudly - 4 beeps, pause, 4 beeps, pause.
should be replaced immediately. See "IF THE CO ALARM IS NOT
This sequence repeats for as long as the unit is in alarm.
OPERATING PROPERLY" for more information.
POWER/ALARM LIGHT: The LED flashes with the same pattern as
the horn.
THE PARTS OF YOUR CO ALARM
IF YOU SILENCE THE ALARM:
HORN: Silent for about 4 minutes
POWER/ALARM LIGHT: Flashes rapidly
Note: After 4 minutes, if CO levels drop below alarm levels, the unit
will remain silent and return to normal operation.
If CO presence still indicates a potentially dangerous situation, the
horn will sound again.
IF THE CO LEVELS RETURN TO NORMAL:
HORN: Silent
POWER/ALARM LIGHT: Shines continuously
5
UNDERSTANDING YOUR CO ALARM
INSTALLATION
WHAT YOU SEE AND HEAR DURING INSTALLATION
WHERE TO INSTALL CO ALARMS
UNDER NORMAL CONDITIONS (AC POWER):
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recommends that a CO
HORN: Silent
Alarm should be centrally located outside of each separate sleeping
POWER/ALARM LIGHT: Shines continuously
area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms. For added protection,
install additional CO Alarms in each separate bedroom, and on every
WHEN YOU TEST THE CO ALARM:
level of your home.
HORN: Sounds loudly - 4 beeps, pause, 4 beeps, pause
If your bedroom hallway is longer than 40 feet (12 meters), install a CO
POWER/ALARM LIGHT: The LED flashes with the same pattern as
Alarm at BOTH ends of the hallway.
the horn.
WHAT YOU SEE AND HEAR UNDER DIFFERENT CONDITIONS
DURING A POWER FAILURE (IN BATTERY BACK-UP):
HORN: Silent
POWER/ALARM LIGHT: Flashes once a minute.
BEDROOM
WHEN THE ELECTRICITY COMES BACK ON AFTER A POWER FAILURE:
HORN: Silent
POWER/ALARM LIGHT: Shines continuously.
HALL
LIVING ROOM
IF BATTERY BECOMES LOW OR IS MISSING:
HORN: Chirps once a minute
POWER/ALARM LIGHT: Shines continuously if AC is present or
BASEMENT
flashes coincident with the horn-chirp if AC is not present.
IF THE CO ALARM IS NOT OPERATING PROPERLY (MALFUNCTION
REQUIRED TO MEET NFPA RECOMMENDATIONS
SIGNAL):
HORN: 3 chirps every minute
SUGGESTED AREAS FOR INSTALLING ADDITIONAL CO ALARMS
POWER/ALARM LIGHT: Flashes three times with the horn.
In a Single-level Home:
•
Install at least one CO Alarm near or within each separate sleeping
IF THE CO ALARM HAS REACHED ITS END OF LIFE:
area.
HORN: 5 chirps every minute
•
For added protection, install an additional CO Alarm at least 20 feet
POWER/ALARM LIGHT: 5 flashes approximately once a minute.
(6 meters) away from the furnace or fuel burning heat source.
In a Multi-level Home:
WHAT YOU SEE AND HEAR IF CO IS DETECTED
•
Install at least one CO Alarm near or within each separate sleeping
ALARM LEVELS OF CO ARE DETECTED:
area.
1 & 2
1 Open door (in back)
2 Battery Compartment
(in back)
3
3 Test/Silence Button
4 POWER/ALARM Light
(Red)
5 (Behind Cover) Alarm
Horn: 85 dB audible
4
alarm for test, alarm,
and unit malfunction
warning.
1
BEDROOM
BEDROOM
KITCHEN
GARAGE
area.
•
For added protection, install an additional CO Alarm at least 20 feet
(6 meters) away from the furnace or fuel burning heat source.
HOW TO INSTALL YOUR CO ALARM
In a Multi-level Home:
•
Install at least one CO Alarm near or within each separate sleeping
Read "Where To Install CO Alarms" before starting.
area.
Before you start installation, find the pair of self-adhesive labels
•
For added protection, install at least one CO Alarm on each level of
included with this CO Alarm. On each label write in the phone number
the home. If you have a basement, install that CO Alarm at the top
of your emergency responder (like 911) and a qualified appliance tech-
of the basement stairs.
nician. Place one label near the CO Alarm, and the other label in the
•
For added protection, install an additional CO Alarm at least 20 feet
"fresh air" location you plan to go if the alarm sounds.
(6 meters) away from the furnace or fuel burning heat source.
ACTIVATING THE BATTERY BACK-UP
This unit should receive continuous electrical power. (The battery
Activate the battery back-up by installing one 9 volt battery.
is meant for emergency back-up only). Choose an outlet where it
1.
Push and lift the battery door down to open.
cannot be accidentally unplugged or switched off by children. Keep
2.
Install the 9 volt battery
small children away from the unit. Teach them not to play with it or
(included) inside the
unplug it. Explain what the alarms mean.
battery compartment as
indicated. Make sure the
WHERE CO ALARMS SHOULD NOT BE
"+" and "–" ends of each
battery are aligned properly.
INSTALLED
DO NOT LOCATE THIS CO ALARM:
3.
Ensure battery is securely snapped into terminals by pushing in
direction of arrow in the diagram.
•
In garages, kitchens, furnace rooms, or in any extremely dusty,
4.
Close the battery door.
dirty or greasy areas.
5.
Push and hold the Test/Silence button on the cover until you hear
•
Closer than 15 feet (4.6 meters) from a furnace or other fuel burning
an acknowledge "chirp". The alarm horn will sound 4 beeps, a
heat source, or fuel burning appliances like a water heater.
pause, then 4 beeps. The ALARM (RED) light will flash. The alarm
•
Within 5 feet (1.5 meters) of any cooking appliance.
sequence should last 5-6 seconds. If it does not alarm, make sure
•
In extremely humid areas. This Alarm should be at least 10 feet
the battery is correctly installed, and test it again.
(3 meters) from a bath or shower, sauna, humidifier, vaporizer, dish-
The battery is for back-up only and is not intended to power the
washer, laundry room, utility room or other source of high humidity.
Alarm for an extended period of time in the absence of AC.
•
In areas where temperature is colder than 40˚ F (4.4˚ C) or hotter
than 100˚ F (37.8˚ C). These areas include non-airconditioned crawl
DIRECT PLUG ALARM INTO AN OUTLET
spaces, unfinished attics, uninsulated or poorly insulated ceilings,
porches, and garages.
This Alarm can be plugged directly into a wall outlet located close to
the floor.
•
In turbulent air, like near ceiling fans, heat vents, air conditioners,
1.
Choose a standard UNSWITCHED 120V AC outlet.
fresh air returns, or open windows. Blowing air may prevent CO
2.
Plug Alarm in.
from reaching the sensors.
•
In direct sunlight.
•
In outlets covered by curtains or other obstruction.
IF YOUR CO ALARM SOUNDS
•
This CO Alarm is designed for use inside a single-family home
or apartment. It is not meant to be used in common lobbies,
Actuation of your CO Alarm indicates the presence of carbon
hallways, or basements of multi-family buildings unless working
monoxide (CO) which can kill you. In other words, when your CO
CO Alarms are also installed in each family living unit.
Alarm sounds, you must not ignore it!
CO Alarms in common areas may not be heard from inside
IF THE ALARM SIGNAL SOUNDS:
individual family living units.
1.
Operate the Test/Silence button.
•
This CO Alarm alone is not a suitable substitute for complete
detection systems in places which house many people, like hotels
2.
Call your emergency services, fire department or 911. Write down
or dormitories, unless a CO Alarm is also placed in each unit.
the number of your local emergency service here:
____________________________________________________________
•
DO NOT use this CO Alarm in warehouses, industrial or com-
mercial buildings, special-purpose non-residential buildings, or
3.
Immediately move to fresh air—outdoors or by an open door or
airplanes. This CO Alarm is specifically designed for residential
window. Do a head count to check that all persons are accounted
use, and may not provide adequate protection in non-residential
for. Do not re-enter the premises, or move away from the open
applications.
door or window until the emergency services responder has
arrived, the premises have been aired out, and your CO Alarm
remains in its normal condition.
4.
After following steps 1-3, if your CO Alarm reactivates within a
HOW TO INSTALL YOUR CO ALARM
24-hour period, repeat steps 1-3 and call a qualified appliance
technician to investigate for sources of CO from fuel-burning
Read "Where To Install CO Alarms" before starting.
equipment and appliances, and inspect for proper operation of this
Before you start installation, find the pair of self-adhesive labels
equipment. If problems are identified during this inspection have the
included with this CO Alarm. On each label write in the phone number
equipment serviced immediately. Note any combustion equipment
of your emergency responder (like 911) and a qualified appliance tech-
not inspected by the technician, and consult the manufacturers'
nician. Place one label near the CO Alarm, and the other label in the
instructions, or contact the manufacturers directly, for more
"fresh air" location you plan to go if the alarm sounds.
information about CO safety and this equipment. Make sure that
motor vehicles are not, and have not, been operating in an attached
ACTIVATING THE BATTERY BACK-UP
garage or adjacent to the residence. Write down the number of a
qualified appliance technician here:
Activate the battery back-up by installing one 9 volt battery.
1.
____________________________________________________________
Push and lift the battery door down to open.
2.
Install the 9 volt battery
(included) inside the
"ALARM-MOVE TO FRESH AIR"
battery compartment as
If you hear the alarm horn and the red light is flashing, move
indicated. Make sure the
everyone to a source of fresh air. DO NOT unplug the CO Alarm!
"+" and "–" ends of each
battery are aligned properly.
3.
Ensure battery is securely snapped into terminals by pushing in
Alarms have various limitations. See "General Limitations of CO
direction of arrow in the diagram.
Alarms" for details.
4.
Close the battery door.
5.
Push and hold the Test/Silence button on the cover until you hear
USING THE SILENCE FEATURES
an acknowledge "chirp". The alarm horn will sound 4 beeps, a
pause, then 4 beeps. The ALARM (RED) light will flash. The alarm
sequence should last 5-6 seconds. If it does not alarm, make sure
• The Silence Feature is for your convenience only and will
the battery is correctly installed, and test it again.
not correct a CO problem. Always check your home for a
The battery is for back-up only and is not intended to power the
potential problem after any alarm. Failure to do so can result
Alarm for an extended period of time in the absence of AC.
in injury or death.
• NEVER remove the batteries from your CO Alarm to silence
DIRECT PLUG ALARM INTO AN OUTLET
the horn. Use the silence feature. Removing the batteries
removes your protection! See "If Your CO Alarm Sounds" for
This Alarm can be plugged directly into a wall outlet located close to
details on responding to an alarm.
the floor.
1.
Choose a standard UNSWITCHED 120V AC outlet.
The Silence Feature is intended to temporarily silence your CO Alarm's
2.
Plug Alarm in.
alarm horn while you correct the problem—it will not correct a CO prob-
lem. While the alarm is silenced it will continue to monitor the air for CO.
When CO reaches alarm levels the alarm will sound— repeating horn
IF YOUR CO ALARM SOUNDS
pattern: 4 beeps, a pause, 4 beeps, etc. Press and hold the Test/Silence
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