BRK electronic CO250 User Manual

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USER’S MANUAL

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Insert Locking Pin

BATTERY POWERED

CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM

Model CO250

LISTED TO

UL 2034

STANDARD

IMPORTANT! PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND SAVE.

his user’s manual contains important information about your Carbon

T onoxide Alarm’s operation. If you are installing this CO Alarm for use by

others, you must leave this manual —or a copy of it—with the end user.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

ntroduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Basic Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

ow Your CO Alarm Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Understanding Your CO Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

How To Install This CO Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3

Where to Install CO Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

here CO Alarms Should NOT Be Installed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

If Your CO Alarm Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

If the Alarm Signal Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

sing the Silence Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

esting and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Weekly Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

egular Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

hat You Need To Know About CO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-6

hat is CO? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

ymptoms of CO Poisoning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

inding the Source of CO After an Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

ow Can I Protect My Family? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

otential Sources of CO in the Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-6

egulatory Information for CO Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-6

eneral Limitations Of CO Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-6

Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-6

imited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-6

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INTRODUCTION

BASIC SAFETY INFORMATION

angers, Wa

• nstructions or to potentially hazardous situations. Pay special

i attention to these items.

• THIS IS NOT A SMOKE ALARM! This CO Alarm is designed to detect

arbon monoxide from ANY source of combustion. It is NOT designed

o detect smoke, fire

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

•

It is NOT designed for marine use.

his CO Alarm

•

at the sensor. Carbon monoxide gas may be present in other areas.

The Silence Feature is for your convenience only and will not correct

•

a CO problem. Always check your home for a potential problem after any alar

• NEVER ignore your Carbon Monoxide Alarm if it alarms. Refer to

If Yo

“ can result in injury or death.

st the CO Alarm once a week. If the CO Alarm ever fails to test

•

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

roperly, it cannot alert you to a problem.

p This product is intended for use in ordinary indoor locations of family

• iving units. It is not designed to measure CO levels in compliance

l with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) commer-

ial or industrial standards. Individuals with medical conditions that

c may make them mor using warning devices which provide audible and visual signals for

arbon monoxide concentrations under 30 ppm. For additional

c infor your physician.

HOW YOUR CO ALARM WORKS

GENERAL INFORMA

• This CO Alarm does not operate without working batteries.

Removing the batteries, or failure to replace them at the end of their service life, removes your protection.

A CO Alarm measures the CO levels in the air quickly (if the heat exchanger on your furnace breaks, for example), or if CO is consistently present (a slow CO leak on a fuel-burning appliance).

This Carbon Monoxide Alarm featur 85 dB alarm hor horn.

UNDERST

WELCOME

n chirps and light blinks once when batteries are first connected.

Hor

ALARM RECEIVING BATTERY POWER

Light flashes every minute. Horn is silent.

LOW BATTERY WARNING

The light continues to flash (RED) and the hor minute. This warning should last for up to 30 days, but you should replace the batteries as soon as possible.

DURING TESTING

Light flashes Red with the horn pattern a CO Alarm condition.

CO ALARM

Sensor has detected enough CO to trigger an alarm. Light flashes rapidly and horn sounds loudly (repeating Sounds” for details.

air. DO NOT move the CO Alarm!

CO ALARM REQUIRES SERVICE (MALFUNCTION SIGNAL)

The light flashes (RED) and the horn sounds 3 “chirps” every minute. CO Alarm needs to be replaced.

CO ALARM HAS REACHED ITS END OF LIFE

The light flashes (RED) and the hor CO Alarm needs to be replaced.

rnings, and Cautions alert you to important operating

, or any other gas.

will only indicate the pre

e to do so can result in injury or death.

m. Failur

ur CO Alarm

ation on carbon monoxide and your medical condition contact

Sounds” for more information. Failure to do so

sensitive to carbon monoxide may consider

sence of carbon monoxide gas

TION

. It will alarm if CO levels rise

n. It also has a silence feature to temporarily quiet the alarm

es a permanently installed sensor and an

ANDING YOUR CO ALARM

CHIRP

n also “chirps” once every

(4 beeps, pause, 4 beeps)

During an alar

4 beeps, pause)

m, move ever

n sounds 5 “chirps” every minute.

1 2 3 4 5

. See “If Your CO Alarm

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HOW TO INSTALL THIS CO ALARM

THE PARTS OF THIS ALARM

1. “OPEN HERE” tab

2. Cover hinge

3. Test/Silence button . Power/alarm indicator

over Open

1. “Open Here” . Test/Silence button

. CO alarm base

. “No Battery” tab

. Mounting slots

. Install 9V battery here

7. Locking pin slot

This unit is designed to be

ounted on the ceiling, or

m on the wall if necessary.

ools you will need:

• Pencil • Drill with 3/16” (5 mm) drill bit

• Hammer • Standard flathead screwdriver

LOCKING FEATURE

To lock/unlock the cover to the base:

1. Using needle-nose pliers or a utility knife, detach locking pin from back of alarm base.

2. Insert locking pin into the slot located on the front of the alarm as shown in the diagram.

3. Remove pin to unlock and replace battery.

NSTALLATION

ead “Where To Install CO Alarms” before starting.

efore you start installation,

ith this CO Alarm. On each label write in the phone number of your emer-

w gency responder (like 911) and a qualified appliance technician. Place one

abel near the CO Alarm, and the other label in the “fre

lan to go if the alarm sounds.

WHERE TO INSTALL CO ALARMS

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

T should be centrally located outside of each separate sleeping area in the

mmediate vicinity of the bedrooms. For added pr

O Alarms in each separate bedroom, and on every level of your home.

f your bedro

I at BOTH ends of the hallway.

This alarm can be installed on the wall or ceiling. If the alarm is to be wall

ounted it is recommended that the unit be mounted with hinge down so

he words "Carbon Monoxide Alarm" is readable.

n a Single-level Home:

•

In a Multi-level Home:

•

In Mobile Homes:

•

om hallway is longer than 40 feet (12 meters), install a CO Alarm

Install at least one CO Alarm near or within each separate sleeping area. For added protection, install an additional CO Alarm at least 20 feet

6 meters) away fro

(

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

or added pro

F home.

For added protection, install an additional CO Alarm at least 20 feet (6 meters) away from the furnace or fuel burning heat source.

Install CO Alarms on inside walls ONL roofs of mobile homes often transfer heat and cold from outdoors. The Alarm should be located at least 152 mm (6 inches) from all exterior walls and at least 305 mm (12 inches) from supply or return vents.

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

WHERE CO ALARMS SHOULD NOT BE

ALLED

INST

DO NOT LOCA

•

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

easy ar

gr Within 5 feet (1.5 meters) of any cooking appliance.

•

• In extremely humid areas. This alarm should be at least 10 feet (3 meters) from a bath or shower, sauna, humidifier, vaporizer, dishwasher, laundry room, utility room or other source of high humidity.

• In areas where temperature is colder than 40˚ F (4˚ C) or hotter than 100˚ F (38˚ C). These areas include unconditioned crawl spaces, unfinished attics, uninsulated or poorly insulated ceilings, porches, and garages.

In turbulent air

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

• Outside the Mobile Home.

• In direct sunlight.

• 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

eas may not be hear

ar This CO Alar

•

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, or airplanes. This CO Alarm is specifically designed for residential use, and may not provide adequate protection in non-residential applications.

TE THIS CO ALARM:

eas.

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

m alone is not a suitable substitute for complete

ind the pair of self-adhesive labels included

sh air” location you

otection, install additional

m the furn

d fr

ace or fuel burn

om inside individual family living units.

ing heat source.

. Uninsulated outside walls and

FOLLOW THESE SIMPLE STEPS!

1. Hold base firmly and pull up on cover tab marked “OPEN HERE.” This will open the hinged cover. The cover may unsnap from the base if it's

pened too far. This will not damage the unit—the cover hinge snaps

o back into place easily.

. Hold the CO Alarm base against the ceiling (or wall) and make a mark

at the center of each of the mounting slots with a pencil.

3. Put the unit where it won’t get covered with dust when you drill the

ounting holes.

. Using a 3/16” (5 mm) drill bit, drill a hole through each pencil mark.

. Insert the plastic screw anchors (in the plastic bag with screws) into the

oles. Tap the screw anchors gently with a hammer, if necessary, until

h they are flush with the ceiling or wall.

6. Tighten the screws (provided) into the screw anchors, then loosen them

wo turns.

. Fit the CO Alarm over the screw heads as shown. Close cover.

. If the CO Alarm cover does not line up the way you want it, rotate the

ase and re-tighten the screws.

. Activate the battery. With the cover open, remove and reinstall the

battery so the terminals on the battery match the terminals on the CO

larm. Match “+” to “+” and “-” to “-.” Push the battery in until it snaps

n securely and cannot be shaken loose.

f the battery is not snapped in completely, the unit cannot receive

I battery power. The CO Alarm may beep briefly when you install the

attery—this is normal.

b Once the battery is installed, the red power indicator light (behind the

est button) will flash once a minute to show you the CO Alarm is

t working.

10. Close the cover all the way.

11. Test the CO Alarm. See “Weekly Testing.”

IF YOUR CO ALARM SOUNDS

ctuation of your CO Alarm indicates the presence of carbon monoxide

A (CO) which can kill you. In other wor

ou must not ignore it!

F THE ALARM SIGNAL SOUNDS:

1. Operate the Test/Silence button.

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

umber of your local emergency service here:

__________________________________________________________________

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

o a head count to check that all persons are accounted for. Do not re-

D enter the pr

mergency services responder has arrived, the premises have been aired

ut, and your CO Alarm remains in its normal condition.

. After following steps 1-3, if your CO Alarm reactivates within a 24-hour

period, repeat steps 1-3 and call a qualified appliance technician to

nvestigate for sourc

nd inspect for proper operation of this equipment. If problems are

a identified during this inspection have the equipment serviced immediately.

ote any combustion equipment not inspected by the technician, and

onsult the manufacturers’ instructions, or contact the manufacturers

c directly, for more information about CO safety and this equipment. Make

ure

ttached garage or adjacent to the residence. Write down the number

a of a qualified appliance technician here:

________________________________________________________________

larm

A for details.

emises, or move away fr

es of CO from fuel-bur

that motor vehicles are not, and have not, been operating in an

If you hear the alarm horn and the Red light is flashing,

s have various limitations. See "General Limitations of CO Alarms"

“ALARM-MOVE TO FRESH AIR”

ove everyone to a source of fresh air.

O NOT disconnect the battery

s, when your CO Alarm

m the open door or window until the

ning equipment and appliances,

m the CO Alarm

fro

USING THE SILENCE FEATURE

• The Silence Feature is for your convenience only and will not

orrect a CO problem. Always check your home for a potential

blem after any alarm

pr death.

NEVER remove the batteries from your CO Alarm to silence the

•

horn. Use the silence feature. Removing the batteries removes your protection! See “If Your CO Alarm Sounds” for details on

sponding to an alarm.

The Silence Feature is intended to temporarily silence your CO Alarm’s alarm horn while you correct the problem—it will not correct a CO problem. 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 pattern: 4 beeps, a pause, 4 beeps, etc. Press and hold the Test/Silence button until the horn is silent. The initial Silence cycle will last approximately 4 minutes.

NOTE: After initial 4-minute Silence cycle, the CO Alarm re-evaluates pr CO levels and responds accordingly. If CO levels remain potentially dangerous —or start rising higher—the horn will start sounding again.

While the detector is silenced: If the CO Alarm...

Is silent for only 4 minutes, then starts sounding loudly—4 beeps, pause, 4 beeps, pause

If the CO Alarm...

Remains silent after you pressed the Test/Silence button

SILENCING THE LOW BA

This silence featur up to 8 hours. You can silence the low battery warning “chirp” by pressing the Test/Silence button. The horn will chirp, acknowledging that the low battery silence featur

After 8 hours, the low battery “chirp” will resume.

soon as possible; this unit will not operate without battery power!

o deactivate this featur

est Mode and the low battery war

go into T unit sounds “chirp” once a minute.)

If you cannot silence the low battery warning, replace the battery immediately.

e can temporarily quiet the low battery war

e has been activated.

e: Press the T

SILENCING THE END OF LIFE SIGNAL

This silence featur up to 2 days. Y Test/Silence button. The horn will chirp, acknowledging that the End of Life silence feature has been activated.

After appr After appr

e can temporarily quiet the End of Life warning “chirp” for

ou can silence the End of Life war

oximately 2 days, the End of Life “chirp” will resume. oximately 2-3 weeks the End of Life warning cannot be silenced.

to do so can re

. Failure

This means...

CO levels are still potentially danger

ous.

This means...

CO levels are dropping.

ARNING

Y W

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Replace the battery as

est/Silence button again. The unit will

esume (LED flashes and

ning will r

ning “chirp” by pr

sounds,

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TESTING & MAINTENANCE

WEEKLY TESTING

Test the CO Alarm once a week. If the CO Alarm ever fails to test

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

roperly, it cannot alert you to a problem.

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

• Exposure at close range may be harmful to your hearing. When testing, step away when horn starts sounding.

Push and hold the Test/Silence button on the cover until the LED flashes. The alarm horn will sound 4 beeps, a pause, then 4 beeps. The ALARM (RED) light

ill flash.

w The alarm sequence should last 5-6 seconds. If it does not alarm, make sure

resh batteries are correctly installed, and test it again. If the unit still does not

larm, replace it immediately.

If the alarm does not test properly:

. Make sure the battery is installed correctly.

. Be sure the Alarm is clean and dust-free.

3. Install a fresh 9V battery

DO NOT try fixing the Alarm yourself – this will void your warranty!

• If the CO Alarm is still not operating properly, and it is still under warranty, please see "How to Obtain Warranty Service" in the Limited

arranty. Install a new CO Alarm immediately.

• The Test/Silence button is the only proper way to test the CO Alarm.

EVER use vehicle exhaust! Exhaust may cause permanent damage

nd voids your warranty.

or a list of acceptable replacement batteries, see “Regular Maintenance.”

* and test the Alarm again.

REGULAR MAINTENANCE

o keep the CO Alarm in good working order:

• Test it every week using the Test/Silence button.

• Vacuum the CO Alarm cover once a month, using the soft brush attach-

ent. Never use water, cleaners, or solvents, since these may damage

he unit. T

t Replace the batteries when the CO Alarm “chirps” about every minute

• (the low battery war

he low battery warning should last for 30 days, but you should replace the

attery immediately to continue your pro

hoosing a replacement battery:

his CO Alarm requires one 9V alkaline battery. The following batteries are

cceptable as replacements: Alkaline Batteries — Duracell MN1604 or

nergizer 522; Lithium Batteries — Ultralife U9VL-J. These replacement

atteries are commonly available at local retail stores.

se only the replacement batteries listed. The unit may not operate properly

ith other batteries. Never use re

w provide a constant charge.

O NOT spray cleaning chemicals or insect sprays directly on or near

D the CO Alar

ermanent damage.

ousehold cleaners, aerosol chemicals, and other contaminants can affect

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

he ro

est the CO Alarm again after vacuuming.

ning).

tection.

chargeable batteries since they may not

m. DO NOT paint over the CO Alarm. Doing so may cause

om is well ventilated.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CO

T IS CO?

WHA

O is an invisible, odorless, tasteless gas pro

C burn completely, or are exposed to heat (usually fire). Electrical appliances

ypically do not pro

hese fuels include:Wood, coal, charcoal, oil, natural gas, gasoline,

sene, and propane.

ero

ommon appliances are often sources of CO. If they are not properly main-

e improperly ventilated, or malfunction, CO levels can rise quickly.

tained, ar

O is a real danger now that homes are more energy efficient. “Air-tight”

omes with added insulation, sealed windows, and other weatherproofing

h can “trap” CO inside.

duce CO.

SYMPTOMS OF CO POISONING

These symptoms ar

ith ALL household members.

ild Exposure:

light headache, nausea, vomiting, fatigue (“flu-like” symptoms).

edium Exposure

Throbbing headache, drowsiness, confusion, fast heart rate.

eme Exposure:

Extr

Convulsions, unconsciousness, heart and lung failure. Exposure to carbon

onoxide can cause brain damage, death.

Some individuals ar

ith cardiac or respiratory problems, infants, unborn babies, pregnant

others, or elderly people can be more quickly and severely affected by

m CO. Members of sensitive populations should consult their doctors for

dvice on taking additional precautions.

e related to CO POISONING and should be discussed

e more sensitive to CO than others, including people

FINDING THE SOURCE OF CO AFTER AN ALARM

Carbon monoxide is an odorless, invisible gas, which often makes it difficult to locate the source of CO after an alarm. These are a few of the factors that can make it difficult to locate sour

• House well ventilated before the investigator arrives.

• Problem caused by “backdrafting.”

• Transient CO problem caused by special circumstances.

Because CO may dissipate by the time an investigator arrives, it may be difficult to locate the source of CO.

to pay for any carbon monoxide investigation or service call.

ces of CO:

BRK Brands, Inc. shall not be obligated

HOW CAN I PROTECT MY F

A CO Alarm is an excellent means of protection. It monitors the air and sounds a loud alarm befor for average, healthy adults.

A 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 air movement and cause backdrafting. Never “cap” or cover a chimney in any way that would block air flow

• Test and maintain all fuel-burning equipment annually. Many local gas or oil companies and HV nominal fee.

egular visual inspections of all fuel-bur

Make r

• ances for excessive rust and scaling. Also check the flame on the burner and pilot lights. The flame should be blue. A yellow flame means fuel is not

ned completely and CO may be pr

being bur on the furnace closed. Use vents or fans when they are available on all fuel-burning appliances. Make sure appliances are vented to the outside. Do not grill or barbecue indoors, or in garages or on screen porches.

• Check for exhaust backflow from CO sources. Check the draft hood on an operating furnace for a backdraft. Look for cracks on furnace heat exchangers.

• 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.

In addition, familiarize yourself with all enclosed materials. Read this manual in its entirety, and make sure you understand what to do if your CO Alarm sounds.

e carbon monoxide levels become threatening

AC companies of

duced when fossil fuels do not

AMILY?

fer appliance inspections for a

ning appliances. Check appli

esent. Keep the blower door

OTENTIAL SOURCES OF CO IN THE HOME

The following conditions can result in transient CO situations:

. Excessive spillage or reverse venting of fuel appliances caused by outdoor

conditions such as:

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

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

• 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 he above situations.

Fuel-burning appliances like: portable heater, gas or wood burning fireplace,

as kitchen range or cooktop, gas clothes dryer.

amaged or insufficient venting:corroded or disconnected water heater

ent pipe, leaking chimney pipe or flue, or cracked heat exchanger, blocked

v or clogged chimney opening.

Improper use of appliance/device: operating a barbecue grill or vehicle in

n enclosed area (like a garage or screened porch).

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

e caused by outdoor conditions and other special circumstances.

2. Extended operation of unvented fuel burning devices (range, oven, fireplace).

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

. Car idling in an open or closed attached garage, or near a home.

4 These conditions are dangerous because they can trap exhaust in your

ome. Since these conditions can come and go, they are also hard to

h recreate during a CO investigation.

REGULATORY INFORMATION FOR CO ALARMS

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

WHAT LEVELS OF CO CAUSE AN ALARM?

nderwriters Laboratories Inc. Standard UL2034 requires residential CO

larms to sound when exposed to levels of CO and exposure times as

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

ime (in minutes).

UL2034 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

0 and 50 MINUTES.

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

0 and 240 MINUTES.

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

umidity (RH).

H The unit is designed not to alarm when exposed to a constant level

of 30 ppm for 30 days.

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

C Since 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,

•

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

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

dults after 35 minutes, but can cause death after 2 hours.

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

re 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

m before the onset of symptoms in average, healthy adults.

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

d help. Also, young children and pets may be the first affected. The average healthy adult might not feel any symptoms when the CO Alarm sounds.

owever, people with cardiac or respiratory problems, infants, unborn babies,

H pregnant mothers, or elderly people can be more quickly and severely affected by CO. If you experience even mild symptoms of CO poisoning, consult your

octor immediately!

d Standards: Underwriters Laboratories Inc. Single and Multiple Station carbon

onoxide alarms UL2034.

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

onoxide alarms covered by these requirements are intended to respond to

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

t exhaust from internal-combustion engines, abnormal operation of fuel-fired appliances, and fireplaces. CO Alarms are intended to alarm at carbon

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

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

he Alarm, and is designed to alarm before CO levels become life threatening.

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.

as Detection at Typical Temperature and Humidity Ranges:The CO Alarm

s not formulated to detect CO levels below 30 ppm typically. UL tested for

i false alarm resistance to Methane (500 ppm), Butane (300 ppm), Heptane

500 ppm), Ethyl Acetate (200 ppm), Isopropyl Alcohol (200 ppm) and Carbon

(

ioxide (5000 ppm). Values measure gas and vapor concentrations in parts

D per million.

Audible Alarm: 85 dB minimum at 10 feet (3 meters).

GENERAL LIMITATIONS OF CO ALARMS

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

se in industrial applications where Occupational Safety and Health

u Administration (OSHA) requirements for carbon monoxide detectors

ust be met.

O Alarms may not waken all individuals.

aken to the sound of the CO Alarm, or if there are infants or family members

w with mobility limitations, make sure that someone is assigned to assist them

n the event of an emergency.

O Alarms will not work without power.This alarm requires a 9V alkaline

attery to operate.

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

C systems:

sine wave inverters. Operating this Alarm with most battery-power ( inverters UPS type, please consult with the manufactur

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in other areas. Doors or other obstructions may affect the rate at which CO r a hallway between them.

CO Alarms may not sense CO on another level of the home. For example, a CO Alarm on the second level, near the bedrooms, may not sense CO in the b Complete coverage is r home.

AC powered CO Alarms should only be operated with true or pure

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

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

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

his CO Alarm will only sense CO at the sensor.

ensor.

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

asement. For this re

ason, one CO Alarm may not give adequate warn

commended. Place CO Alarms on each level of the

f children or others do not readily

ed UPS

er to verify

CO may be pre

sent

ing.

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

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

c is installed outside the bedroom, it may not wake up a sound sleeper or one

ho has recently used drugs or has been drinking alcoholic beverages. This

s especially true if the door is closed or only partly open. Even persons who

i are awake may not hear the alarm horn if the sound is blocked by distance or

losed doors. Noise from traf

ther appliances may also prevent alert persons from hearing the alarm horn.

o This CO Alarm is not intended for people who are hearing impaired.

CO Alarms are not a substitute for a smoke alarm. Although fire is a

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

O Alarm senses CO that may be escaping unnoticed fro

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

nstallation of smoke alarms.

O Alarms are not a substitute for life insurance.Though these CO Alarms

arn against increasing CO levels, BRK Brands, Inc. does not warrant or imply

w in any way that they will protect lives from CO poisoning. Homeowners and

enters must still insure their lives.

r CO Alarms have a limited life. Although the CO Alarm and all of its parts

ave passed many stringent tests and are designed to be as reliable as

h possible, any of these parts could fail at any time. Therefore, you must test your CO Alarm weekly

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

ave limitations. They can only detect CO that re

h may not give early warning to rising CO levels if the CO is coming from a remote part of the home, away from the CO Alarm.

fic, stereo, radio, television, air conditioner, or

m malfunctioning

aches their sensors. They

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

PROBLEM...

he light continues to flash (RED) and the horn

chirps” once every minute.

“

he light flashes (RED) and the horn sounds

T 3 “chirps” every minute.

The light flashes (RED) and the hor 5 “chirps” every minute.

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.

*For a list of acceptable replacement batteries, see “Page 4: Regular Maintenance.”

If you have any questions that cannot be answer

n sounds

THIS MEANS... YOU SHOULD...

ow battery warning.

ALFUNCTION SIGNAL.CO Alarm needs to be

placed.

LIFE SIGNAL.

END

replaced.

CO levels indicate a potentially dangerous situation. IF YOU ARE FEELING SYMPTOMS OF CO

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

ed by reading this manual, call Consumer Affairs at 1-800-323-9005.

Alarm needs to be

Install a new 9V alkaline battery

O Alarms under warranty should be returned to

C manufactur

arranty” for details.

Immediately r

POISONING, EVACUATE your home and call 911 or the Fire Department. If not, press the Test/Silence button again and

Relocate your alarm. If frequent alarms continue, have home rechecked for potential CO problems.

ou may be experiencing an intermittent CO problem.

placement. See “Limited

r for re

eplace the CO Alarm.

keep ventilating your home.

LIMITED WARRANTY

BRK Brands, Inc. ("BRK") the maker of BRK®brand and First Alert®brand pr 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 period. 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 product of equal or greater value. This is your exclusive warranty.

This warranty is valid for the original r 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.

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

Further, the warranty does not cover acts of God, such as fire, flood, hurricanes and tornadoes or any batteries that are included with this unit. BRK shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by the br

applicable law, 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 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:

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, 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Central Standar calling.

Battery:BRK Brands, Inc. makes no warranty

to battery.

For your records, please record:

Date Purchased: _______________Where Purchased: ___________________

Date Installed: ____________/____________Month/Year

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Replace alarm 7 years after installation. Please write the date in the space provided:

The alarm will also provide an audible End-of-Life Signal approximately 7 years after installation to remind you to replace the unit.

The End-of-Life Signal can be silenced for up to 2 days. Do not unplug the alarm or remove the batteries until you get replacement.

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