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ctuation of your CO Alarm indicates the presence of carbon monoxide (CO)

hich can kill you. When your CO Alarm sounds, you must not ignore it!

IF THE ALARM SOUNDS:

Operate the Test/Silence button to silence the alarm.

. Call your emergency services, fire department or 911. Write down the

umber of your local emergency service here:

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. Immediately move to fresh air—outdoors or by an open door or window.

Do a head count to check that all persons are accounted for. Do not reenter the premises, or move away from the open door or window until the

mergency services responder has arrived, the premises have been aired

e out, and your CO Alarm remains in its normal condition.

ter following steps 1-3, if your CO Alarm reactivates within a 24-hour period,

epeat steps 1-3 and call a qualified appliance technician to investigate for

r sources of CO from fuel-burning equipment and appliances, and inspect for

oper operation of this equipment. If problems are identified during this

nspection have the equipment serviced immediately. Note any combustion

i equipment not inspected by the technician, and consult the manufacturers’

nstructions, or contact the manufacturers directly, for more information about

O safety and this equipment. Make sure that motor vehicles are not, and

C have not, been operating in an attached garage or adjacent to the residence.

rite down the number of a qualified appliance technician here:

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USING THE SILENCE FEATURE

NEVER disconnect the power to your CO Alarm to silence the horn— use the silence feature. Disconnecting the CO Alarm removes your

otection! See previous page for details on responding to an alarm.

The Silence Feature is intended to temporarily silence your CO Alarm’s alarm

hile you correct the problem—it will not correct a CO problem. While the

horn w Alarm is si alarm level, the unit will sound— repeating horn pattern: 4 beeps, a pause, 4 be Si

T Si If you press the Test/Silence on any other Alarm, it will only silence that unit, n

levels and responds accordingly. If CO levels remain potentially dangerous—or start rising higher—the horn will start sounding again.

While the CO Alarm is silenced: If the CO Alarm...is silent for only 4 minutes, then starts sounding loudly—4

beeps, then a pause, 4 beeps, then a pause. Red light (LED) continues flashing...

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T up to 8 hours if AC power is present. Press the Test/Silence button on the a t hour

lenced, it will continue to monitor the air for CO.

eps, etc. Press and hold the Test/Silence button until the horn is silent. The

lence cycle will last approximately 4 minutes.

o silence an interconnected series of Alarms, you must press the Test/

lence button on the initiating alarm (the unit with the flashing red light).

ot the whole interconnected series.

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er the 4-minute silence cycle, the CO Alarm re-evaluates present CO

his means...CO levels are still potentially dangerous.

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his means...unit has returned to normal operation.

hen CO reaches

ILENCING THE LOW BATTERY WARNING

is silence feature can temporarily quiet the low battery warning “chirp” for

larm cover. Once the low battery warning “chirp” silence feature is activated,

he unit continues to flash the red light once a minute for 8 hours.After 8

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THE “LATCHING ALARM” INDICATOR:

The Latching Alarm Indicator is activated after a CO Alarm is exposed to

larm levels of carbon monoxide.After CO levels drop below alarm levels, the

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Interconnected Alarms. Latching Alarm Indicator shows which Alarm(s) in the se

T a C present in the air has dropped below alarm levels.

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WEEKLY TESTING

ush and hold the Test/Silence button until you hear an acknowledge chirp and

P a loud alarm sounds — 4 beeps, pause, 4 beeps.This sequence should last for

0 seconds. If the Alarm ever fails to test properly, replace it immediately. If the

1 Alarm is no

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• DO NOT stand close to the Alarm when the horn is sounding.

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To keep the CO Alarm working properly:

• Test it every week as described in “Weekly Testing.”

• Vacuum the CO Alarm cover at least once a month, using the soft brush

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The Low (or Missing) Battery Warning (CO5120PDBN):

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REPLACING THE BATTERY

b D Ultralife 9 volt lithium battery #U9VL for longer service life between battery changes. These replacement batteries are commonly available at local retail stores.

Use only the alkaline or lithium replacement batteries listed.The unit may not operate properly with other batteries. Never use rechargeable batteries since

DO NOT spray cleaning chemicals or insect sprays directly on or near the CO Alarm. DO NOT paint over the CO Alarm. Doing so may cause permanen

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• If your home is being fumigated, unplug the unit temporarily and put it

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CO

WHAT IS CO?

CO is an invisible, odorless, tasteless gas produced when fossil fuels do not burn completely, or are exposed to heat (usually fire). Electrical appliances typically do not produce CO.

These fuels include: Wood, coal, charcoal, oil, natural gas, gasoline, kerosene, and propane.

Common appliances are often sources of CO. If they are not properly maintained, are improperly ventilated, or malfunction, CO levels can rise quickly. CO is a real danger now that homes are more energy efficient.“Air-tight” home can

t working properly, refer to “Limited Warranty”.

If the Alarm ever fails to test properly, replace it immediately.

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ttachment. Never use water, cleaners, or solvents, since they may damage

the unit.Test the Alarm again after vacuuming. Replace the battery immediately when you see/hear the

“Low Battery Warning”.

he horn will “chirp” once a minute and the word “bat” will flash on and off on

osing a replacement battery:

attery. The following alkaline batteries are acceptable as replacements: ur

N1604 or MX1604; Eveready “Energizer” 522. You can also use an

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Household cleaners, aerosol chemicals and other contaminants can affect the

nsor. When using any of these materials near the CO Alarm, make sure the

se room is well ventilated.

where it will not be exposed to chemicals or fumes. When fumigation is complete and all traces of fumes clear, plug the unit back in and retest it.

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SYMPTOMS OF CO POISONING

hese symptoms are related to CO POISONING and should be discussed with

T ALL household members.

Mild Exposure: Slight headache, nausea, vomiting, fatigue (“flu-like” symptoms).

edium Exposure: Throbbing headache, drowsiness, confusion, fast heart rate.

treme Exposure:

Exposure to Carbon Monoxide can cause brain damage, death.

his CO Alarm measures exposure to CO over time. It alarms if CO levels

T are extremely high in a short period of time, or if CO levels reach a certain

inimum over a long period of time. The CO Alarm generally sounds an alarm

fore the onset of symptoms in average, healthy adults.

hy is this important? Because you need to be warned of a potential CO

oblem while you can still react in time. In many reported cases of CO

pr exposure, victims may be aware that they are not feeling well, but become

isoriented and can no longer react well enough to exit the building or get

p. Also, young children and pets may be the first affected.The average

hel healthy adult might not feel any symptoms when the CO Alarm sounds. However, people with cardiac or respiratory problems, infants, unborn babies,

egnant mothers, or elderly people can be more quickly and severely affected

pr by CO. If you experience even mild symptoms of CO poisoning, consult your doctor immediately!

vulsions, unconsciousness, heart and lung failure.

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FINDING THE SOURCE OF CO AFTER AN ALARM

Carbon monoxide is an odorless, invisible gas, which often makes it difficult to

ocate the source of CO after an alarm. These are a few of the factors that can

l make it difficult to locate sources of CO:

House well ventilated before the investigator arrives.

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• Problem caused by “backdrafting.”

• Transient CO problem caused by special circumstances.

cause CO may dissipate by the time an investigator arrives, it may be

Be difficult to locate the source of CO.

o pay for any carbon monoxide investigation or service call.

BRK Brands, Inc. shall not be obligated

POTENTIAL SOURCES OF CO IN THE HOME

uel-burning appliances like:

portable heater, gas or wood

urning fireplace, gas kitchen range

ktop, gas clothes dryer.

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amaged or insufficient

corroded or disconnected

venting:

ater heater vent pipe, leaking

w chimney pipe or flue, or cracked heat exchanger, blocked or

ogged chimney opening.

Improper use of appliance/ de

or vehicle in an enclosed area (like a garage or screened porch).

Transient CO Problems: “transient” or on-again-off-again CO problems can be ca

The following conditions can result in transient CO situations:

. Temperature inversions, which can trap exhaust close to the ground.

4. Car idling in an open or closed attached garage, or near a home. These conditions are dangerous because they can trap exhaust in your home.

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his CO Alarm is intended for residential use. It is not intended for use in

ndustrial applications where Occupational Safety and Health Administration

SHA) requirements for carbon monoxide detectors must be met.

O alarms may not waken all individuals.If children or others do not readily

waken to the sound of the CO alarm, or if there are infants or family members

n the event of an emergency.

O Alarms will not work without power.This CO Alarm requires a continuous

supply of AC power, and a fresh, correctly installed 9V battery to power the

attery back-up.The battery back-up is for emergency use only!

O Alarms for Solar or Wind Energy users and battery backup power

ne wave inverters. Operating this CO Alarm with most battery-powered UPS

ninterruptible power supply) products or square wave or “quasi sine wave”

(u inver ters

PS type, please consult with the manufacturer to verify.

his CO Alarm will not sense carbon monoxide that does not reach the

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in other areas. Doors or other obstructions may affect the rate at which CO

eaches the CO Alarm. For this reason, if bedroom doors are usually closed

t night, we recommend you install a CO Alarm in each bedroom and in the

llway between them.

O Alarms may not sense CO on another level of the home.For example,

a C basement. For this reason, one CO Alarm may not give adequate warning. Com home

E the C bra power first may result in serious electrical shock, injury or death.

Problem... If the Alarm.. You should...

Red light is OFF. Unit will not alarm when you press the Test/Silence button.

Red light flashes once a minute (horn is silent). (CO5120PDBN display reads “bat”).

Once a minute, the red light flashes and the horn “chirps”. (CO5120PDBN display flashes “bat”).

Once a minute, the alarm sounds 3 quick “chirps”, and the red light flashes quickly three times. (CO5120PDBN display reads “Err”).

CO Alarm goes back into alarm 4 minutes after you press the Test/Silence button.

CO Alarm sounds frequently even though no high levels of CO are revealed in an investigation.

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Excessive spillage or reverse venting of fuel appliances caused by outdoor

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• Wind direction and/or velocity, including high, gusty winds. Heavy air in he vent pipes (cold/humid air with extended periods between cycles).

t Negative pressure differential resulting from the use of exhaust fans.

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• Several appliances running at the same time competing for limited fresh air.

• Vent pipe connections vibrating loose from clothes dryers, furnaces, or

ater heaters.

• Obstructions in or unconventional vent pipe designs which can amplify

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ENERAL LIMITATIONS OF CO ALARMS

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O Alarm on the second level, near the bedrooms, may not sense CO in the

plete coverage is recommended. Place CO Alarms on each level of the

LECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD. Turn off the power to the area where

ered CO Alarms should only be operated with true or pure

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will damage the Alarm. If you are not sure about your inverter or

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Unit may not be receiving any power. Check the AC power supply. Make sure the power

Alarm is not receiving AC power. Unit is operating on DC battery back-up. Check the

Low battery warning. Replace the 9V battery in the battery back-up.

MALFUNCTION SIGNAL. Based on its Self Test diagnostics, the unit has detected a malfunction. The unit needs to be replaced.

CO levels are still potentially dangerous. Refer to “If Your CO Alarm Sounds” for details on

The CO Alarm may be improperly located. Refer to “Where to Install CO Alarms.”

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HOW CAN I PROTECT MY FAMILY?

CO Alarm is an excellent means of protection. It monitors the air and sounds

A a loud alarm before carbon monoxide levels become threatening for average, healthy adults.

CO Alarm is not a substitute for proper maintenance of home appliances.

To help prevent CO problems and reduce the risk of CO poisoning:

Clean chimneys and flues yearly. Keep them free of debris, leaves, and

• nests for proper air flow. Also, have a professional check for rust and corrosion, cracks, or separations.These conditions can prevent proper

ir movement and cause backdrafting. Never “cap” or cover a chimney

a in any way that would block air flow.

Test and maintain all fuel-burning equipment annually. Many local gas or

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il companies and HVAC companies offer appliance inspections for a

o nominal fee.

Make regular visual inspections of all fuel-burning appliances. Check

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ppliances for excessive rust and scaling. Also check the flame on the

a burner and pilot lights. The flame should be blue. A yellow flame means

uel is not being burned completely and CO may be present. Keep the

lower door on the furnace closed. Use vents or fans when they are

b available on all fuel-burning appliances. Make sure appliances are vented

o the outside. Do not use grills or barbecue indoors, or in garages or on

een porches.

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• Check for exhaust backflow from CO sources. Check the draft hood on

n operating furnace for a backdraft. Look for cracks on furnace heat

xchangers.

• Check the house or garage on the other side of shared wall. Keep windows and doors open slightly. If you suspect that CO is escaping

• into your home, open a window or a door. Opening windows and doors can significantly decrease CO levels.

UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES INC. UL2034

AT LEVELS OF CO CAUSE AN ALARM?

nderwriters Laboratories Inc. Standard UL2034 requires residential CO

U Alarms to sound when exposed to levels of CO and exposure times as

escribed below. They are measured in parts per million (ppm) of CO over

ime (in minutes).

L2034 Required Alarm Points*:

If the Alarm is exposed to 400 ppm of CO, IT MUST ALARM BETWEEN

• 4 and 15 MINUTES

If the Alarm is exposed to 150 ppm of CO, IT MUST ALARM BETWEEN

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0 and 50 MINUTES.

• If the Alarm is exposed to 70 ppm of CO, IT MUST ALARM BETWEEN

nd 240 MINUTES.

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* Approximately 10% COHb exposure at levels of 10% to 95% Relative

umidity (RH).

nit is designed not to alarm when exposed to a constant level

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T of 30 ppm for 30 days.

CO Alarms are designed to alarm before there is an immediate life threat.

nce you cannot see or smell CO, never assume it’s not present.

An exposure to 100 ppm of CO for 20 minutes may not affect average,

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lthy adults, but after 4 hours the same level may cause headaches.

hea An exposure to 400 ppm of CO may cause headaches in average,

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lthy adults after 35 minutes, but can cause death after 2 hours.

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tandards:Underwriters Laboratories Inc. Single and Multiple Station carbon

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ding to Underwriters Laboratories Inc. UL2034, Section 1-1.2: “Carbon

Accor monoxide alarms covered by these requirements are intended to respond to

he presence of carbon monoxide from sources such as, but not limited to,

xhaust from internal-combustion engines, abnormal operation of fuel-fired

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condition not covered in the next several pages, please contact Consumer Af

s, and fireplaces. CO Alarms are intended to alarm at carbon

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xide levels below those that could cause a loss of ability to react to the

angers of Carbon Monoxide exposure.”This CO Alarm monitors the air at

his allows you precious time to leave the house and correct the problem. his is only possible if Alarms are located, installed, and maintained as escribed in this manual.

etection at Typical Temperature and Humidity Ranges:The CO Alarm

t formulated to detect CO levels below 30 ppm typically. UL tested for false

tate (200 ppm), Isopropyl Alcohol (200 ppm) and Carbon Dioxide (5000

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t pm).Values measure gas and vapor concentrations in parts per million.

udible Alarm:

O Alarms may not be heard.The Alarm horn loudness meets or exceeds

ent UL standards of 85 dB at 10 feet (3 meters). However, if the CO Alarm

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ar closed doors. Noise from traffic, stereo, radio, television, air conditioner, or other appliances may also prevent alert persons from hearing the alarm horn.

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of carbon monoxide, this CO Alarm does not sense smoke or fire. This CO Alarm se

urnaces, appliances, or other sources. Early warning of fire requires the

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w in any way that they will protect lives from CO poisoning. Homeowners and renters must still insure their lives.

O Alarms have a limited life.

assed many stringent tests and are designed to be as reliable as possible,

ny of these parts could fail at any time. Therefore, you must test your CO

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O Alarms are not foolproof.Like all other electronic devices, CO Alarms

have limitations.They can only detect CO that reaches their sensors. They may not give early warning to rising CO levels if the CO is coming from a

emote part of the home, away from the CO Alarm.

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Disconnect AC power before changing the battery.

Make sure a fresh 9V battery is installed. If unit still isn’t functioning– REPLACE IT. Units under warranty should be returned to manufacturer for replacement. See “Limited Warranty” for details.

how to respond to an alarm. If anyone is feeling ill, EVACUATE your home immediately and call 911.

Relocate your Alarm. If frequent alarms continue, have home rechecked for potential CO problems.You may be experiencing an intermittent CO problem.

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LIMITED WARRANTY

BRK Brands, Inc., ("BRK") the maker of First Alert®brand products warrants that for a period of five years from the date of purchase, this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship. BRK, at its option, will repair or replace this product or any component of the product found to be defective during the warranty

riod. Replacement will be made with a new or remanufactured product or component. If the product is no longer available, replacement may be made with a similar

pr transferable. Keep the original sales receipt. Proof of purchase is required to obtain warranty performance. BRK dealers, service centers, or retail stores selling BRK products do not have the right to alter, modify or any way change the terms and conditions of this warranty.

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T curr does not cover Acts of God, such as fire, flood, hurricanes and tornadoes or any batteries that are included with this unit.

RK shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by the breach of any express or implied warranty. Except to the extent prohibited by applicable

la jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state or province to province.

How to Obtain Warranty Service Service:

7:30 AM - 5:00 PM Central Standard Time, Monday through Friday. To assist us in serving you, please have the model number and date of purchase available when calling.

te Purchased: _______________Where Purchased: __________________

Date Installed: ____________/____________Month/Year

First Alert®is a registered trademark of the First Alert Trust.

qual or greater value.This is your exclusive warranty. This warranty is valid for the original retail purchaser from the date of initial retail purchase and is not

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arranty does not cover normal wear of parts or damage resulting from any of the following: negligent use or misuse of the product, use on improper voltage or

use contrary to the operating instructions, disassembly, repair or alteration by anyone other than BRK or an authorized service center. Further, the warranty

any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in duration to the duration of the above warranty. Some states, provinces or

If service is required, do not return the product to your retailer. In order to obtain warranty service, contact the Consumer Affairs Division at 1-800-323-9005,

For Warranty Service return to: BRK Brands, Inc., 25 Spur Drive, El Paso, TX 79906

ttery:

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Printed in Mexico M08-0002-002 Q 04/07

USER’S MANUAL

AC POWERED

CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM

120VAC ~, 60Hz, 0.09A

WITH BATTERY BACK-UP

Model CO5120BN

IMPORTANT! PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND SAVE.

his user’s manual contains important information

T about your CO Alarm’s operation. If you are installing this CO Alarm for use by others, you must leave this

nual—or a copy of it—with the end user.

M08-0002-002 Q 04/07 Printed in Mexico

WITH BATTERY BACK-UP

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INTRODUCTION

hank you for choosing BRK Brands, Inc. for your Carbon Monoxide Alarm

T needs. You have purchased a state-of-the-art Carbon Monoxide Alarm

esigned to provide you with early warning of carbon monoxide.

ey features include:

K Intelligent Sensing Technology

nuisance alarms. Single Button Test/Silence eliminates confusion. Depending on what mode

the alarm is in, pushing the button provides different functions such as testing

he alarm, silencing the alarm or low-battery signal, re-testing the alarm when

n silence and clearing the Latching feature.

atching Alarm Indicator

condition has subsided.

mart Interconnectinterconnects with most First Alert

smoke, CO and heat alarms.When interconnected with alarming smoke alarms, unit will sound smoke horn pattern.

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Du Easy Installation/Maintenance features include a large opening in the

ting bracket for easy access to wiring.A battery pull tab keeps the

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attery fresh until the home is occupied.A Side Load Battery Drawer allows for

y battery replacement without removing the alarm from the ceiling or wall.

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007 BRK Brands, Inc., a subsidiary of Jarden Corporation.

901 Liberty Street Road, Aurora, IL 60504-8122

.brkelectronics.com • www.firstalert.com

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BASIC SAFETY INFORMATION

Dangers, Warnings, and Cautions alert you to important

• operating instructions or to potentially hazardous situations.

ay special attention to these items.

SMOKE ALARM! This CO Alarm is designed to

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tect carbon monoxide from ANY source of combustion. It is

OT designed to detect smoke, fire, or any other gas.

N This CO Alarm is approved for use in single-family residences. It is

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OT designed for marine or RV use.

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This CO Alarm will only indicate the presence of carbon monoxide

t the sensor. Carbon monoxide gas may be present in other

gas a areas.

This unit does not work without power. If the AC power fails, the

• battery back-up will power the alarm for at least 7 days provided the 9V

• The Silence Feature is for your convenience only and will not correct a CO problem. Always check your home for a potential problem after

y alarm. Failure to do so can result in injury or death.

an This CO Alarm should receive continuous 120VAC, 60 Hz, pure sine

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ave electrical power. (The battery is meant for emergency back-

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mmer or switch. In order for the emergency battery back-up to

ork, a working (fresh) battery must be properly installed.

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NEVER ignore any alarm. See “If Your CO Alarm Sounds” for more

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Test this Carbon Monoxide Alarm once a week. If it ever fails to

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t correctly, have it replaced immediately! If the CO Alarm is not

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orking properly, it cannot alert you to a problem.

• This product is intended for use in ordinary indoor locations of

f compl (OSHA) commercial or industrial standards. Individuals with medi

onoxide may consider using warning devices which provide

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HOW YOUR CO ALARM WORKS

he Cover Of Your CO Alarm

ERSTANDING THE LIGHT AND HORN PATTERNS

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Condition LED (Red Light) Horn

POWER UP LED flashes on once, Horn “chirps”

DURING TESTING LED flashes once every second Horn pattern:

LOW OR MISSING LED flashes once a minute Horn “chirps”

TERY once a minute

MISSING OR DEAD LED is OFF Horn is silent

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BA up disabled

WARNING: When the AC power is Off, if the battery is dead or missing, the CO Alarm cannot work.

ALARM CONDITION LED flashes once every second Horn pattern: Single CO Alarm 4 beeps, pause, (not interconnected) 4 beeps, pause,

ALARM CONDITION LED flashes rapidly on the units Horn pattern: Interconnected that triggered the alarm. LEDs 4 beeps, pause, Series of CO Alarms on the other Alarms in the series repeating on all

ILENCE MODE LED flashes once every second Horn stays quiet

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“LATCHING” ALARM LED Flashes once every Horn stays quiet INDICATOR 5 seconds

TION LED flashes 3 times Horn sounds

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synchronized with 3 rapid chirps 3 rapid chirps

larm. Failure to respond can

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2. POWER/ALARM Light (RED)

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5. Digital Display (CO5120PDBN)

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4 beeps, pause

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orn:

OW YOUR CO ALARM WORKS, Continued

DISPLAY CONDITIONS (CO5120PDBN)

Alarm ope

AC power

rating

Alarm ope on e battery back-up

rating

mergency

ow / missing

attery warning

Err” Alarm is

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t operating

no properly

What you see and hear if CO is detected:

PRE-ALARM LEVELS :

lent

ORN:

H DISPLAY: Shows CO levels

etected in ppm (CO5120PDBN)

POWER/ALARM LIGHT:

n continuously

LARM LEVELS OF CO ARE

ETECTED:

HORN:

Sounds loudly - 4 beeps,

ause, 4 beeps, pause.

p This sequence repeats for as long as the unit is in alarm*

ISPLAY:

detected in ppm (CO5120PDBN)

OWER/ALARM LIGHT:

Flashes rapidly

ote: If unit goes into alarm

nder battery back-up power,

u the regular 4 beeps-brief pause

ycle will repeat for four minutes.

ter four minutes, the pause will

Af increase to 1 minute.

ws CO levels

Sho

IF YOU SILENCE THE ALARM:

lent for about

ORN:

4 minutes*

ISPLAY:

etected in ppm (CO5120PDBN)

OWER/ALARM LIGHT:

lashes rapidly

F *Note: After 4 minutes, if CO

vels drop below alarm levels,

he unit will remain silent and

t return to normal operation. If CO

esent still indicates a potentially

angerous situation, the horn will

d sound again.

IF THE CO LEVELS RETURN

O NORMAL:

HORN:

ISPLAY:Dash lit by “READY”

(CO5120PDBN)

OWER/ALARM LIGHT:

ines continuously

Sho

Silent

ws CO levels

SMART INTERCONNECT FEATURE

This CO Alarm includes “Smart Interconnect” which enables the Alarm to be interconnected with other BRK Smoke and CO Alarms. When interconnected

o Smoke Alarms that go into alarm, this CO Alarm will sound the smoke horn

t pattern.

USING THE PEAK CO MEMORY (CO5120PDBN)

he CO Memory Feature lets you check the highest level of CO recorded

uring an alarm.

To check CO Memory:

1. Press and release the Test/Silence/Scroll button until the dash scrolls o “MEMORY”.

2. Press and hold Test/Silence/Scroll button to display Memory CO level.

o clear CO Memory:

. Press and release the Test/Silence/Scroll button until the dash scrolls to

CLEAR MEMORY.”

“

. Press and hold the Test/Silence/Scroll button until the display shows “CLr.”

OTE: The highest CO level will be saved, even after a power interruption, until

ou clear it

o i

nvestigator has checked your home.

. DO NOT clear the CO Memory reading if you plan to call someone

nvestigate a CO problem! Clear the CO Memory reading only after the

INSTALLATION

WHERE TO INSTALL CO ALARMS

he National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recommends that a CO Alarm

T shou

mmediate vicinity of the bedrooms. For added protection, install additional CO

i Alarms i

f your bedroom hallway is longer than 40 feet (12 meters), install a CO Alarm

I at BOTH ends of the hallway.

n a Single-level Home:

n a M

WHERE CO ALARMS SHOULD NOT BE INSTALLED

DO NOT locate this CO Alarm:

•

• Within 5 feet (1.5 meter) of any cooking appliance.

• In extremely humid areas. This Alarm should be at least 10 feet (3 meter)

• In areas where temperature is colder than 40˚ F (4˚ C) or hotter than 100˚ F

•

ntrally located outside of each separate sleeping area in the

ld be ce

n each separate bedroom, and on every level of your home.

Install at least one CO Alarm near or within each separate sleeping area.

• or added protection, install an additional CO Alarm at least 20 feet

•

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ulti-le

Install at least one CO Alarm near or within each separate sleeping area.

• or ad

•

home. If you have a basement, install that CO Alarm at the top of the

ase

or ad

•

(6 meters) away from the furnace or fuel burning heat source.

n gar

I or gr

Where combustion particles are produced. Combustion particles form when something burns. Areas to avoid include poorly ventilated kitchens, garages, and furnace rooms. Keep units at least 20 feet (6 meters) from

he sour

t heater) if possible. In areas where a 20-foot (6 meter) distance is not possible — in modular, mobile, or smaller homes, for example — it is recommended the CO Alarm be placed as far from these fuel-burning

sour k

eep these Alarms at a reasonable distance from a fuel-burning source, nd thus reduce “unwanted” alarms. Unwanted alarms can occur if a CO

a Alarm is placed directly next to a fuel-burning source. Ventilate these areas as much as possible.

from a bath or shower, sauna, humidifier, vaporizer, dishwasher, laundry room, utility room or other source of high humidity.

(38˚ C).These areas include non-airconditioned crawl spaces, unfinished attics, uninsulated or poorly insulated ceilings, porches, and garages.

urb

n t

I fresh air returns, or open windows. Blowing air may prevent CO from reaching the sensors.

n d

• This CO Alarm is designed for use inside a single-family home or apartment. It is not meant to be used in common lobbies, hallways, or basements of multi-family buildings unless working CO Alarms are also installed in each family living unit. CO Alarms in common areas may not be heard from inside individual family living units.

• This CO Alarm alone is not a suitable substitute for complete detection systems in places which house many people, like hotels or dormitories, unless a CO Alarm is also placed in each unit.

• DO NOT use this CO Alarm in warehouses, industrial or commercial buildings, special-purpose non-residential buildings, RVs, boats, or ai us applications.

way from the furnace or fuel burning heat source.

el Home

d pr

t s

d protection, install an additional CO Alarm at least 20 feet

kitchens, furnace rooms, or in any extremely dusty, dirty

easy areas.

s o

s as possible. The placement recommendations are intended to

ulent air, like near ceiling fans, heat vents, air conditioners,

ect sunlight.

rplanes. This CO Alarm is specifically designed for residential and may not provide adequate protection in non-residential

ame as ab

—

tection, install at least one CO Alarm on each level of the

tairs.

bustion particles (stove, furnace, water heater, space

f com

e plus):

INSTALLATION, continued

his unit is designed to be mounted on any standard wiring junction box up

T to a 4-inch (10 cm) size, on either the ceiling or wall. Read “Where to Install CO Alarms” and “Where Not To Install CO Alarms” before you begin installation.

f a junction box is not already in place, install one using standard #12 or #14

I gauge copper wire.

This Alarm must have AC or battery power to operate. If the AC

•

ind the pair of self-adhesive labels included with this CO Alarm.

• On each label write in the phone number of your emergency responder

•

OTE:Aqualified appliance technician is defined as “a person, firm, corporation,

or com responsible for the installation, testing, servicing, or replacement of heating,

entilation, air conditioning (HVAC) equipment, combustion appliances and

quipment, and/or gas fireplaces or other decorative combustion equipment.”

ools you will need:Standard Flathead screwdriver.

ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD.Turn off power to the area where you

ill install this unit at the circuit breaker or fuse box before beginning

nstallation. Failure to turn off the power before installation may result

i in serious electrical shock, injury or death.

To install this unit:

1. Remove the mounting bracket from the base. Position the screw ots on the mounting bracket over the screws in the junction box.

ighten the screws.

. Using wire nuts, connect the power connector to the AC power.

mproper wiring of the power connector or the wiring leading to the

er connect

po non-functioning Alarm.

TAND ALONE ALARM ONLY:

• Connect the white wire on the power connector to the neutral wire

•

tri

ire on the power connector.

•

• Connect the black wire on the power connector to the hot wire (usually

• Connect the orange wire on the power connector to the interconnect

Plug the power connector into the back of the CO Alarm.

4. Position the base of the Alarm over the mounting bracket and turn. The

Alarm ca

ight) until the unit is in place.

5. Check all connections.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN INSTALLATION

wer fails, the battery back-up will power the Alarm for a short

po time if the 9V battery is fresh and correctly installed. If AC power

ails, and the battery is dead or missing, the Alarm cannot operate.

f Make sure the alarm is not receiving excessive noisy power.

Examples of noisy power could be major appliances on the same

rcuit, power from a generator or solar power, light dimmer on the

ame circuit or mounted near fluorescent lighting. Excessive noisy

s power may cause damage to your Alarm.

(like 911) and a qualified appliance technician. Place one label near the CO Alarm, and the other label in the “fresh air”

location you plan to go if the alarm sounds.

pany that either in person or through a representative, is engaged in and

ARTS OF THIS CO ALARM

1 Mounting Bracket

Mounting Slot and Screw

2 3 Locking Pins (break out of

bracket) Hot (Black) AC Wire

Neutral (White) AC Wire

5 6 Interconnect Wire (Orange) 7 Lever to Open Battery

8 Swing-Out Battery

9 Quick-Connect Power

partment

Com

partment

Com

*Not Included

HOW TO INSTALL YOUR CO ALARM

l cause damage to the Alarm and may lead to a

or w

n the junction box.

i Connect the black wire on the power connector to the hot wire in

the junction box. Tuck the orange wire inside the junction box.

nterconnect only.

NNECTED ALARMS ONLY:

E p o

Connect the white wire on the power connector to the neutral wire (usua

lack) in the junction box.

ire in the junction box. Repeat for each unit you are interconnecting.

ever connect the hot or neutral wires in the junction box to the

N orange interconnect wire.

1/2” of the plastic coating on the orange interconnect

out

f ab

e) in the junction box.

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er the bracket every 60°. Turn the unit clockwise

d o

n be posit

ione

t is used for

USING THE OPTIONAL LOCKING FEATURES

tional locking features are designed to prevent unauthorized removal of

he op

ter

the b households where unauthorized battery or alarm removal is not a concern.

se C

com You can choose to use either feature independently, or use them both.

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h locking features use locking pins, molded into the mounting bracket. Using

edle nose pliers remove one or both pins, depending on which locking features

ou use.

THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT LOCK

TO LOCK THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT:

Do not lock the battery compartment until you have activated the battery and tested the battery back-up.

1. Activate the battery back-up by removing the “Pull to Activate Battery Back-Up” tab. Push and hold the test button on the CO Alarm’s cover until you hear an ack

ause, 4 beeps, pause.

If the unit does n

ock the battery compartment! Install a new battery

l and test again. If it still does not alarm, replace the CO Alarm immediately.

Using needle-nose pliers, detach one

locking pin from the mounting bracket.

3. Push the locking pin through the black dot on the label on the back of the CO Alarm.

NLOCK THE

O U

T BATTERY COMPARTMENT:

Once the CO Alarm is installed, you must disconnect it from the AC power before unlocking the battery compartment.

E Alarm is installed before removing it from the mounting bracket. Failure to turn off the power first may result in serious electrical shock, injury or death.

Always discharge the branch circuit before servicing an AC or AC/DC CO Alarm. First, turn off the AC power at the circuit breaker or fuse box. Next, remove the battery from Alarms with battery back-up. Finally, press and hold the test button for 5-10 seconds to discharge the branch circuit.

1. Remove the CO Alarm from the mounting bracket. If the unit is locked to the bracket, see the section “To Deactivate the Locking Feature.”

2. Disconnect the power connector by gently prying it away from the back of the CO Alarm.

3. Insert a flathead screwdriver under the head of the locking pin, and gently pry it out of the battery compartment lock. (If you plan to relock the

ttery compartment, save the locking pin.)

o r

tery door and reinsert the locking pin in the lock.

con

CO Alarm to the mounting bracket, and restore the power.

When replacing the battery, always test the CO Alarm before relocking the

ery compartment.

arm. It is not necessary to activate the locks in single-family

y or a

ate locking features: one locks the battery

o se

e tw

Alarms ha

tment, and the other locks the CO Alarm to the mounting bracket.

nowledge chirp and the alarm sounds: 4 beeps,

CAL SHOCK HAZARD.Turn off the power to the area where the CO

ock t

ll need:

ct t

he b

he po

le-nose p

• N

ot alarm during testing, DO NOT

ery compartment, close the bat-

wer connector to the back of the CO Alarm, reattach the

liers • Standard Flathead screwdriver.

STAND ALONE ALARM ONLY:

If you are only installing one unit, restore power to the junction box.

•

INTERCONNECTED ALARMS ONLY:

If you are interconnecting multiple Alarms, repeat Step 1-5 for

• ch Alarm in the series.When you are finished, restore power

ea to the junction box.

LECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD. Do not restore power until all Alarms are

E completely installed. Restoring power before installation is complete may result in serious electrical shock, injury or death.

Make sure the CO Alarm is receiving AC power. Under normal operation,

he red indicator light will shine continuously.

oes not light,TURN OFF POWER TO THE JUNCTION BOX and recheck

d all connections. If all connections are correct and the red power indicator

till does not light when you restore the power, the unit should be replaced

mmediately.

ACTIVATING THE BATTERY BACK-UP

Activate the battery back-up by removing the “Pull to Activate Battery

p” tab.You do not need to open the battery compartment and

Back-U reposition the battery during installation.

activation tab until AC power is turned on to conserve battery power.

est the CO Alarm.Press and hold the test button on the cover until the

8.T alarm sounds: 4 beeps, pause, 4 beeps, pause. In a series of interconnected

, you must test each Alarm separately by pressing and holding the

Alarms

est button. Make sure all units alarm when each one is tested.

If any unit in the series does not alarm during testing, TURN OFF POWER

nd recheck connections. If it does not alarm when you restore power,

a replace it immediately.

f the red power indicator light

DO NOT remove the battery

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR INTERCONNECTED CO ALARMS

• Failure to meet any of the above requirements could damage the units and cause them to malfunction, removing your protection.

AC and AC/DC CO Alarms can be interconnected. Under AC power,

•

all units will alarm when one senses CO. When power is interrupted, only the AC/DC units in the series will continue to send and receive

ignals. AC powered CO Alarms will not operate.

Interconnected units can provide earlier warning of a CO problem than stand-

lone units, especially if the problem starts in a remote area of the dwelling. If

ny unit in the series senses CO, all units will alarm. To determine which CO

a Alarm initiated an alarm, refer to the table.

n Initiating CO Alarm Red LED Flashes Once per Second

O On All Other CO Alarms Red LED Does Not Flash Once per Second

nterconnect units within a single family residence only. Otherwise all house-

lds will experience unwanted alarms when you test any unit in the series.

nterconnected units will only work if they are wired to compatible units and

I all requirements are met.

lectronics

2 HD6135FB; BRK Electronics®CO Alarm Models SC6120B, CO5120BN,

O5120PDBN; and

C SA4

nterconnected units must meet ALL of the following requirements:

1. CO Alarm

2. Ceiling or Wall 3

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TO ACTIVATE THE BRACKET LOCK:

1. Using needle-nose pliers, detach one locking pin

2. Insert the locking pin into the

. When you attach the CO Alarm

TO DEACTIVATE THE BRACKET LOCK:

ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD.Turn off the power to the area where the C

ailure to turn off the power first may result in serious electrical shock,

ury or death.

Al Alarm. First, turn off the AC power at the circuit breaker or fuse box. Next, remove the battery from Alarms with battery back-up. Finally, press and hold the test button.

2. Pry the CO Alarm away from the bracket by

TO PERMANENTLY REMOVE THE BRACKET LOCK:

nse

I between the locking pin and the lock, and pry the pin out of the lock.

2RAC, 100S, 5919, 5919TH;

• N

• S

lock located on the pivoting h

o the mounting bracket, the

t locking pin’s head will fit into a no

Alarm is installed before removing it from the mounting bracket.

Insert a flathead screwdriver between the mounting bracket pin and the mounting bracket.

turning both the screwdriver and the CO Alarm counterclockwise (left) at the same time.

rt the flathead screwdriver

Smo

919B, SA100B.

A maximum of 18 compatible BRK Electronics

•

Alarms may be interconnected. No more than 12 of the 18 can be Smoke Alarms pe

me f

he sa

•

l le

he t

T 1000 feet. The interconnect wire should be Type 18 gauge AWM or larger,

ated at least 300V. If an interconnect wire is not already part of your

hold wiring, you will need to install one. This type of wire is

house

y a

mon

com

ng must conform to all local electrical codes and Article 760 of

l w

he National Electrical Code. Refer to NFPA, Chapter 2 and/or your local

lding code for further connection requirements.

nswitched 120VAC B. To Additional Alarms,

0 Hz sour

r Connector

l need:

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le-nose p

ndard Flathead screwdriver

he mou

om t

inge of the battery door.

he bracket.

ch on t

ys discharge the branch circuit before servicing an AC or AC/DC CO

This unit is designed to be compatible with: BRK

ke Alarm Models SC6120B, 4120, 4120B, 4120SB, 4919,

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use or cir ngth of wire interconnecting the units should be less than

ailable at Hardware and Electrical Supply stores.

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ting bracket.

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4.Wire Nut

5. Junction Box N

KET LOCK

K Electronics

ke Alarm Models SA4120B, SA4121B,

ker must power all interconnected units.

al Wire (White)

t Alarm Models HD6135F,

ke, Heat or CO

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imum = 18 Alarms

7. Interconnect Wire e)

. Hot Wire (Black)