BRK electronic CO410 User Manual

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REQUIRED TO MEET NFPA RECOMMENDATIONS

3.875 inches

BATTERY OPERATED CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM

WITH DIGITAL DISPLAY AND SILENCE FEATURE

Printed in Mexico

8-0157-004

his user’s manual contains important information about your Carbon

onoxide (CO) Alarm’s operation. If you are installing this CO Alarm for use

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

ABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2

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

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

nderstanding Your CO Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2

Using the Remote Control Test/Silence Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Using the Peak CO Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

tallation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3

here to Install CO Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

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

w to Install Your CO Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

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

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

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

Testing and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

eekly Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Regular Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

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

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t is CO? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

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

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

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

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

nderwriters Laboratories Inc. UL2034 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-6

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

oubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-6

arranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-6

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INTRODUCTION

BASIC SAFETY INFORMATION

• Dangers, Warnings, and Cautions alert you to important operating

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

•

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

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ttention to these items.

IS IS N

T carbon monoxide from ANY source of combustion. It is NOT designed

o detect smoke, fire, or any other gas.

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

t is NOT designed for marine use.

This CO Alarm will only indicate the presence of carbon monoxide gas at the sensor. Carbon monoxide gas may be present in other areas.

a CO problem. Always check your home for a potential problem after an

NEVER ignore your Carbon Monoxide Alarm if it alarms. Refer to “ result in injury or death.

T correctly pr

l w cia ma us carbon monoxide concentrations under 30 ppm. For additional information on carbon monoxide and your medical condition contact your ph

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

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Alarm Sounds” for more information. Failure to do so can

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

it cann

operly

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

ith Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) commer-

ndustrial standards. Individuals with medical conditions that

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ing warning devices which provide audible and visual signals for

ician.

YOUR CO ALARM WORKS

GENERAL INFORMATION

• This Co Alarm does not operate without working batteries. Removing the batteries, or failure to replace them at the end of their service

, removes your protection.

h tempera

• dropping can adversely affect LCD displays.

A CO Alarm measures the CO levels in the air. It will alarm if CO levels rise 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).

his carbon monoxide alarm features a permanently installed sensor, three

T colored indicator lights, and an 85 dB alarm horn. It also has a silence feature to temporarily quiet the alarm horn.

HE PARTS OF YOUR CO ALARM

1 Open door here 2 3 POWER/ALARM Light (RED) 4 Battery Compartment

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UNDERSTANDING YOUR CO ALARM

WELCOME CHIRP

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

GITAL DISPLAY: All segments are turned

or a short time upon initial power.

on f

attery level icon is displayed.

he b

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ALARM RECEIVING BATTERY POWER

Light flashes every minute. Horn is silent. DIGITAL DISPLAY: Battery icon will show a full or almost

ull icon.

tentially hazardous situations. Pay special

o po

A SMOKE ALARM! This CO Alarm is designed to detect

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

ot alert you to a problem.

ve to carbon monoxide may consider

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low temperatures, high humidity, impact or

tures,

5 (Behind Cover) Alarm Horn: 85dB

audible alarm for test, alarm, and unit malfunction warning.

eak Level Button

6 7 Digital Display

1 2 3 4 5

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NDERSTANDING YOUR CO ALARM, Continued

OW BATTERYWARNING

The light continues to flash (RED) and the horn also “chirps” once every minute.This warning should last for up to 30 days, but you should replace

he batteries as soon as possible.

IGITAL DISPLAY: Battery icon will show an empty icon.

DURING TESTING

ight flashes Red in sync with the horn pattern

L simulating a CO Alarm condition.

IGITAL DISPLAY: During the

mulated CO alarm, “CO” is

si displayed along with a full alarm

vel. Several ppm CO levels are

lso displayed and the alarm level

a is shown increasing.

CO ALARM

nsor has detected enough CO to trigger an alarm. Light flashes rapidly

Se and horn sounds loudly (repeating Sounds” for details.

r. DO NOT move the CO Alarm!

DIGITAL DISPLAY:

he ppm number, a full level, and “EVACUATE”.

O ALARM REQUIRES SERVICE (MALFUNCTION SIGNAL)

The light flashes (RED) and the horn sounds 3 quick “chirps” every minute.

O Alarm needs to be replaced.

C DIGITAL DISPLAY: “ERROR” is displayed.

ING THE REMOTE CONTROL TEST/SILENCE FEATURE

Using the VOLUME or CHANNEL buttons on most remote controls, you can

est or silence this CO Alarm from up to 12 feet (3.6 meters) away.

To Test or Silence the Alarm:

1. Make sure you have a clear path between you and the , free of any obstructions.

Alarm

. Point the remote at the front of the Alarm.

3. Press the VOLUME or CHANNEL button for at least

conds.

5 se

Alarm does not respond to your remote control:

If the

You may be standing too far away.

•

Your remote may not be compatible.

•

You did not hold the button on your remote for at least

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conds.

5 se The remote Silence Feature only works once in an alarm situation. Using

•

he Test/Silence button on the CO Alarm will still silence the unit.The

t remote Silence Feature will return when the unit clears itself.

During an alarm, move everyone to a source of fresh

“CO” alternating with

4 beeps, pause)

eps, pause, 4 beeps)

(4 be

. See “If Your CO Alarm

USING THE PEAK CO MEMORY

emory Feature lets you check the highest level of CO recorded

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uring an alarm.

To check CO Memory:

Press the Peak Level Button until the peak CO

level is displayed.

o clear CO Memory:

1. While checking CO memory, press or hold the

k Level Button until “CLEAR” is displayed.

. Press or hold the Peak Level Button until the CO

C Clear the CO Memory reading only after the investigator has checked your home

y is clear

mor

OTE: The highest CO level will be saved until you clear it. DO NOT clear the

mory reading if you plan to call someone to investigate a CO problem!

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INSTALLATION

TALL CO ALARMS

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ld be centrally located outside of each separate sleeping area in the

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

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

If your bedroom hallway is longer than 40 feet (12 meters), install a CO Alarm at BOTH ends of the hallway.

In a Single-level Home:

•

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

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

In a Multi-level Home:

•

or added protection, install at least one CO Alarm on each level of the

•

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

or ad

•

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

n a Mobile Home:

nstall CO Alarms on inside walls ONLY. Uninsulated outside walls and roofs

•

of mobile homes often transfer heat and cold from outdoors.

WHE INSTALLED

DO NOT locate this CO Alarm:

• In a location where it could be easily triggered when using your remote

to operate your TV, VCR, etc.

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

greasy areas.

• Closer than 20 feet (6 meters) from a furnace or other fuel burning heat

source, or fuel burning appliances like a water heater.

• 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

oom

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

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

• In direct sunlight.

•

e Protection Association (NFPA) recommends that a CO Alarm

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t one CO Alarm near or within each separate sleeping area.

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O Alarm near or within each separate sleeping area.

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

ALARMS SHOULD NOT BE

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, utility room or other source of high humidity.

This CO Alarm is designed for use inside a single-family home or ap 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 de or dorm

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D buildings, special-purpose non-residential buildings, RVs, boats, or airplanes. This CO Alarm is specifically designed for residential use, and may not provide adequate protection in non-residential applications.

. It is not meant to be used in common lobbies, hallways,

tmen

tection systems in places which house many people, like hotels

OT use this CO Alarm in warehouses, industrial or commercial

ories,

unless a C

O Alarm is also placed in each unit.

HOW TO INSTALL YOUR CO ALARM

ead “Where To Install CO Alarms” before starting.

R Before you start installation,

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

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

g label near the CO Alarm, and the other label in the “fresh air” location you plan to go if the alarm sounds.

find the pair of self-adhesive labels included

INSTALLING THE AA BATTERIES

1. Flip the battery door down to open.

2. Install both AA batteries ncluded) inside the battery

(i compartment as indicated. Make sure the “+” and “–”

nds of each battery are

e aligned properly.

3. Close the battery door.

TO MOUNT ON THE WALL

Tools you will need: pencil, drill with 3/16” or 5mm drill bit,

1. Choose a location on the wall. Do not install the Alarm closer than 4”

02 mm) from where the wall meets the ceiling.

2. Hold the mounting guide template against the wall, and make a mark

nside each keyhole where you will drill your mounting hole as shown in

i the diagram below.

3. Use a 3/16” (5 mm) drill bit to drill through the marks you made for the

nting holes.

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4. Insert the plastic screw anchors into the mounting holes until they are ush with the wall. If necessary, tap them gently with a hammer.

5. Insert the screws into the anchors until the screwhead is 1/8 inch (3 mm)

ay from the wall.

6. Slide the CO Alarm onto the screws until you feel it click into place.

. Test the CO Alarm as described in “Weekly Testing.”

thead screwdriver, hammer.

fla

IF YOUR CO ALARM SOUNDS

tion of your CO Alarm indicates the presence of carbon monoxide

ctua

O) which can kill you. In other words, when your CO Alarm sounds,

(C you must not ignore it!

IF THE ALARM SIGNAL SOUNDS:

. Operate the Test/Silence button.

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

number of your local emergency service here:

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

o a head cou

nter the premises, or move away from the open door or window until the

e emergency services responder has arrived, the premises have been aired

and your CO Alarm remains in its normal condition.

out

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

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

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

iga

nspect for proper operation of this equipment. If problems are identified

uring this inspection have the equipment serviced immediately. Note any

d combustion equipment not inspected by the technician, and consult the

nufacturers’ instructions, or contact the manufacturers directly, for more

nformation about CO safety and this equipment. Make sure that motor

i vehicles are not, and have not, been operating in an attached garage or

jacent to the residence.Write down the number of a qualified appliance

echnician here:

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

or details.

• The Silence Feature is for your convenience only and will not correct a C problem after any alarm. Failure to do so can result in injury or dea

EVER remove the batteries from your CO Alarm to silence the

• horn. Use the silence feature. Removing the batteries removes

our protection! See “If Your CO Alarm Sounds” for details on

y respondi

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

le y

horn w

he alarm is silenced it will continue to monitor the air for CO.

ate the Silence Feature Manually:

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ress and hold the Test/Silence button until the horn is silent.

o Activate the Silence Feature Using Your Remote Control:

Standing no farther than 12 feet (3.6 meters) away, point your remote control at

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approximately 4 minutes.

Af CO levels and responds accordingly. If CO levels remain potentially dangerous—or s

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

s silent for only 4 minutes, then

I starts sounding loudly—4 beeps, pause, 4 beeps, pause

If the C

Remains silent after you pressed the Test/Silence button

ILENCING THE LOW BATTERY WARNING

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

is si

T up to 8 hours without having to remove the batteries.You can silence the low battery warning “chirp” two ways:

anually:Press the Test/Silence button on the alarm cover.

sing Your Remote Control:Standing no further than 12 feet (3.6 meters)

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a the CHANNEL or VOLUME button for at least 3-5 seconds.

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soon as possible; this unit will not operate without battery power! To deactivate this feature:

go into Test Mode and the low battery warning will resume (LED flashes and

nds

it sou

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

nt to check that all persons are accounted for. Do not re-

ou hear the alarm horn and the Red light is flashing,

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DO NOT disconnect the batteries from the CO Alarm!

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own for at least 5 seconds.

ctivate the Silence Feature:

r initial 4-minute Silence cycle, the CO Alarm re-evaluates present

art rising higher—the horn will start sounding again.

arm

rom the CO Alarm, aim your IR remote at the CO Alarm and press

s, the low battery “chirp” will resume.

chirp” once a minute.)

“

“ALARM-MOVE TO FRESH AIR”

veryone to a source of fresh air.

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O problem. Always check your home for a potential

arm.

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ct the problem—it will not correct a CO problem.While

ush the VOLUME or CHANNEL button. Hold

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This means...

O levels are still potentially

C dangerous.

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Press the Test/Silence button again. The unit will

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2.5 inches (64 mm)

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CO levels are dropping.

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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

operly, it cannot alert you to a problem.

pr 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.

ou can test this CO Alarm two ways:

anually:Press the Test/Silence button on the Alarm

1.M cover until alarm sounds.

Remote Control: Aim your remote control at the CO

The alarm horn will sound: 4 beeps, a pause, then 4 beeps.

he ALARM (RED) light will flash quickly. The alarm

T se make sure fresh batteries are correctly installed, and test it aga

If the alarm does not test properly:

1. Make sure that fresh batteries are installed correctly.

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

. Install fresh AA batteries and test the Alarm again. For a list of acceptable

•

To 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-

•

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

attery immediately to continue your protection.

his CO Alarm requires two standard AA batteries.The following batteries

e acceptable as replacements: Energizer E91. These replacement batteries

ar are commonly available at local retail stores.

se on

ith other batteries. Never use rechargeable batteries since they may not

w provide a constant charge.

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

D the C permanent 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 room is well ventilated.

nd press the CHANNEL or VOLUME button.

Alarm a

quence should last 5-6 seconds. If it does not alarm,

in. If the unit still does not alarm, replace it immediately.

eplacement batteries, see “Regular Maintenance.”

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.

W The two methods described on this page are the only proper ways to

test the CO Alarm. NEVER use vehicle exhaust! Exhaust may cause permanent damage and voids your warranty.

GULAR MAINTENANCE

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

me unit. Test the CO Alarm again after vacuuming.

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

ow battery warning).

oosing a replacement battery:

ly the replacement batteries listed. The unit may not operate properly

O NOT paint over the CO Alarm. Doing so may cause

arm

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CO

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

pically do not produce CO.

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

and propane. Common appliances are often sources of CO. If they are not properly main-

ained, are improperly ventilated, or malfunction, CO levels can rise quickly. CO

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ith ALL household members.

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

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Throbbing headache, drowsiness, confusion, fast heart rate.

treme Ex

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

Con monoxide can cause brain damage, death.

Some i

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

ther

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

ice on taking additional precautions.

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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

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oca

l make it difficult to locate sources of CO:

• House well ventilated before the investigator arrives.

• Problem caused by “backdrafting.”

• Transient CO problem caused by special circumstances.

ifficult to locate the source of CO.

to pay for any carbon monoxide investigation or service call.

W CAN I PROTECT MY FAMILY?

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

A sounds a loud alarm before carbon monoxide levels become threatening 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:

• 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 HVAC companies offer appliance inspections for a nom

• 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 be the furnace closed. Use vents or fans when they are available on all fuelburning 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.

•

• 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 ca

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.

ble, odorless, tasteless gas produced when fossil fuels do not

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e related to CO POISONING and should be discussed

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ls are more sensitive to CO than others, including people

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or elderly people can be more quickly and severely affected by

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

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TENTIAL 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,

itchen range or cooktop, gas clothes dryer.

gas k Damaged or insufficient venting: corroded or disconnected water heater

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

ogged chimney opening.

mproper use of appliance/device:

an enclosed area (like a garage or screened porch). Transient CO Problems: “transient” or on-again-off-again CO problems can

be caused by outdoor conditions and other special circumstances.

rating a barbecue grill or vehicle in

ope

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

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

home recreate during a CO investigation.

UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES INC. UL2034

WHAT LEVELS OF CO CAUSE AN ALARM?

Underwriters Laboratories Inc. Standard UL2034 requires residential CO

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

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

d time (in minutes).

034 Required Alarm Points*:

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

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

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

* Approximately 10% COHb exposure at levels of 10% to 95% Relative Humidity (RH).

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

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

15 MINUTES.

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0 and 50 MINUTES.

0 and 240 MINUTES.

he unit is designed not to alarm when exposed to a constant level f 30 ppm for 30 days.

O 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.

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, healthy

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

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

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

fore the onset of symptoms in average, healthy adults.

Why 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 disoriented and can no longer react well enough to exit the building or get help.

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

Also adult might not feel any symptoms when the CO Alarm sounds. However,

ople with cardiac or respiratory problems, infants, unborn babies, pregnant

thers, or elderly people can be more quickly and severely affected by CO.

mo If you experience even mild symptoms of CO poisoning, consult your doctor

mmediately!

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

monoxide alarms UL2034.

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

Accor monoxide alarms covered by these requirements are intended to respond to the presence of carbon monoxide from sources such as, but not limited to,

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

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

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

mono

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

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

Alarm

llows you precious time to leave the house and correct the problem. This is

a only possible if Alarms are located, installed, and maintained as described in

his manual.

etection at Typical Temperature and Humidity Ranges:The CO Alarm

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

is no alarm resistance to Methane (500 ppm), Butane (300 ppm), Heptane (500 ppm),

thyl Acetate (200 ppm), Isopropyl Alcohol (200 ppm) and Carbon Dioxide (5000

. Values measure gas and vapor concentrations in parts per million.

udible Alarm:

inimum at 10 feet (3 meters).

85 dB m

GENERAL LIMITATIONS OF CO ALARMS

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

e in industrial applications where Occupational Safety and Health

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

ith mobility limitations, make sure that someone is assigned to assist them in

w the event of an emergency.

CO Alarms will not work without power. This alarm requires two standard

A batteries to operate.

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

ystems:

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

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

erters

i UPS type, please consult with the manufacturer to verify.

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

ensor.This CO Alarm will only sense CO at the sensor. CO may be present

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

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eache

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

ay between them.

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

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asement. For this reason, one CO Alarm may not give adequate warning.

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

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SHA) requirements for carbon monoxide detectors

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

l damage the Alarm

. For this reason, if bedroom doors are usually closed

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CO 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

curr

is i who has recently used drugs or has been drinking alcoholic beverages. This

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

is e

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

ar closed doors. Noise from traffic, stereo, radio, television, air conditioner, or

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

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O Alarms are not a substitute for a smoke alarm.

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O Alarm senses CO that may be escaping unnoticed from malfunctioning

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

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

arn aga

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

i renters must still insure their lives.

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

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

ha possi your CO Alarm weekly.

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

ve limitations. They can only detect CO that reaches their sensors. They may

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art of the home, away from the CO Alarm.

side the bedroom, it may not wake up a sound sleeper or one

d out

O Alarm is not intended for people who are hearing impaired.

hough fire is a

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

ion of smoke alarms.

ng CO levels, BRK Brands, Inc. does not warrant or imply

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ble, any of these parts could fail at any time. Therefore, you must test

arning to rising CO levels if the CO is coming from a remote

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

PROBLEM... THIS MEANS... YOU SHOULD...

The light continues to flash (RED) and the horn

chirps” once every minute.

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t flashes (RED) and the horn sounds 3 quick

he l

T “chirps” every minute.

O Alarm goes back into alarm 4 minutes after you

C press the Test/Silence button.

CO Alarm sounds frequently even though no high le

If you have any questions that cannot be answered by reading this manual, call Consumer Affairs at 1-800-323-9005.

O are revealed in an investigation.

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table replacement batteries, see “Page 4: Regular Maintenance.”

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or a l

Low battery warning. Install 2 new AA batteries*.

UNCTION SIGNAL.

replaced.

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

The CO Alarm may be improperly located. Refer to

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C manufacturer for replacement. See “Limited Warranty” for details.

ING, 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, ha You may be experiencing an intermittent CO problem.

keep ventilating your home.

checked for potential CO problems.

e home r

LIMITED WARRANTY

RK Brands, Inc. ("BRK") the maker of BRK

B 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

he 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

t with a similar product of equal 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 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.

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.

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

icable 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,

a 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 Standard Time, Monday through Friday. To assist in serving you, please have the model number and date of purchase available when calling. 25 Spur Drive, El Paso, TX 79906

attery:BRK Brands, Inc. makes no warranty, express or implied, written or oral, including that of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose, with

ct to battery.

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For your records, please record:

ate Purchased: _______________Where Purchased: ___________________

Date Installed: ____________/____________Month/Year

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

and and First Alert

and products, warrants that for a period of five years from the date of purchase, this product will

Replacement date is five years after installation:

_____________/____________Month/Year

NOTE: End of Life Signal — Once the unit reaches the end of its lifecycle, the MALFUNCTION SIGNAL will sound once a minute to

te the need to immediately replace the Alarm.

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