BRK electronic SCO5RV User Manual

AT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CO

SUGGESTED AREAS FOR INSTALLING 

MOKE ALARMS, CO ALARMS, AND COMBO UNITS

SMOKE ALARM WITH  S

ILENCE FEATURE

O ALARMS

BOTH, OR COMBINATION  S

MOKE/CO ALARMS

MOKE ALARMS

KEY:

Suggested locations are based on NFPA recommendations (NFPA 72  for Smoke Alarms and NFPA 720 for C

arbon Monoxide Alarms). Always  refer to national and local codes  b

efore beginning any installation.

In new construction AC and AC/DC smoke alarms MUST be interconnected to meet NFPA recommendations.

WHAT IS CO?

O is an invisible, odorless, tasteless gas produced when fossil fuels do not

C burn 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.

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

Com tained, are improperly ventilated, or malfunction, CO levels can rise quickly. CO is a real danger now that homes are more energy efficient. “Air-tight”

s with added insulation, sealed windows, and other weatherproofing

home can “trap” CO inside.

SYMPTOMS OF CO POISONING

These symptoms are related to CO POISONING and should be discussed

ith ALL household members.

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

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

M Extreme Exposure: Convulsions, unconsciousness, heart and lung failure.

Exposure to Carbon Monoxide can cause brain damage, death.

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

e 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. Why is this important?

cause you need to be warned of a potential CO problem while you can still

eact in time. In many reported cases of CO exposure, victims may be aware

r that they are not feeling well, but become disoriented and can no longer react well enough to exit the building or get help. Also, young children and pets may

he first affected.The average healthy adult might not feel any symptoms

be t when the CO Alarm sounds. However, people with cardiac or respiratory problems, infants, unborn babies, pregnant mothers, or elderly people can

e quickly and severely affected by CO. If you experience even mild

be mor symptoms of CO poisoning, consult your doctor immediately!

FINDING THE SOURCE OF CO AFTER AN ALARM

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

C locate the source of CO after an alarm. These are a few of the factors that can make it difficult to locate sources of CO:

ouse well ventilated before the investigator arrives.

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• Problem caused by “backdrafting.” Transient CO problem caused by special circumstances.

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

ay for any carbon monoxide investigation or service call.

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BRK Brands, Inc. shall not be obligated

POTENTIAL SOURCES OF CO IN THE HOME OR RECREATIONAL VEHICLE

Fuel-burning appliances like:

portable heater, gas or wood

urning fireplace, gas kitchen

b range or cooktop, gas clothes dryer.

amaged or insufficient venting:

corroded or disconnected water heater vent pipe, leaking chimney pipe

ue, or cracked heat exchanger,

or fl

ocked or clogged chimney opening.

oper use of appliance/device:

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operating a barbecue grill or vehicle

n an enclosed area (like a garage or

eened porch).

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

used by outdoor conditions and other special circumstances.

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he following conditions can result in transient CO situations:

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

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

3. Temperature inversions, which can trap exhaust close to the ground. 4 T

Si a CO investigation.

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A a loud alarm before Carbon Monoxide levels become threatening for average, hea

I manua CO Alarm sounds.

ions such as:

cond

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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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esh air.

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

• water heaters.

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he above situations.

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

nce these conditions can come and go, they are also hard to recreate during

ion and/or velocity, including high, gusty winds. Heavy air in

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liances running at the same time competing for limited

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tructions in or unconventional vent pipe designs which can amplify

W CAN I PROTECT MY FAMILY FROM

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lthy adults.

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

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

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ne corrosion, cracks, or separations. These conditions can prevent proper

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

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

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o nominal fee.

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

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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

a vented to the outside. Do not grill or barbecue indoors, or in garages or on scr

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

xchangers.

•

• Keep windows and doors open slightly. If you suspect that CO is

scaping into your home, open a window or a door. Opening windows

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l in its entirety, and make sure you understand what to do if your

cellent means of protection. It monitors the air and sounds

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ues yearly. Keep them free of debris, leaves, and

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s for proper air flow. Also, have a professional check for rust and

hat would block air flow.

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nies and HVAC companies offer appliance inspections for a

cessive rust and scaling. Also check the flame on the

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

le on all fuel-burning appliances. Make sure appliances are

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he house or garage on the other side of shared wall.

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iarize yourself with all enclosed materials. Read this

REGULATORY INFORMATION FOR SMOKE/CO ALARMS

TORY INFORMATION FOR CO ALARMS

EVELS 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).

UL2034 Required Alarm Points*:

he alarm is exposed to 400 ppm of CO, IT MUST ALARM BETWEEN

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• 4 and 15 MINUTES.

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

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• If the alarm is exposed to 70 ppm if CO, IT MUST ALARM BETWEEN 60 and 240 MINUTES.

oximately 10% COHb exposure at levels of 10% to 95% Relative

* Ap Humidity (RH).

he unit is designed not to alarm when exposed to a constant level

T of 30 ppm for 30 days.

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

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• An exposure to 100 ppm of CO for 20 minutes may not affect average, healthy adults, but after 4 hours the same level may cause headaches.

• An exposure to 400 ppm of CO may cause headaches in average, healthy adults after 35 minutes, but can cause death after 2 hours.

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monoxide alarms UL2034.

According to Underwriters Laboratories Inc. UL2034, Section 1-1.2: “Carbon monoxide alarms covered by these requirements are intended to respond to the presence of carbon monoxide from sources such as, but not limited to, exhaust from internal-combustion engines, abnormal operation of fuel-fired appliances, and fireplaces. CO Alarms are intended to alarm at carbon monoxide levels

ow those that could cause a loss of ability to react to the dangers of Carbon

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e exposure.” This CO Alarm monitors the air at the Alarm, and is

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d precious time to leave the house and correct the problem.This is only possible if Alarms are located, installed, and maintained as described in this manual.

Gas Detection at Typical Temperature and Humidity Ranges: The CO Alarm is not formulated to detect CO levels below 30 ppm typically. UL tested for false

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a Ethyl Acetate (200 ppm), Isopropyl Alcohol (200 ppm) and Carbon Dioxide (5000 ppm).Values measure gas and vapor concentrations in parts per million.

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ULATORY INFORMATION FOR SMOKE ALARMS

RECOMMENDED LOCATIONS FOR SMOKE ALARMS

talling Smoke Alarms in Single-Family Residences

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), recommends one Smoke Alarm on every floor, in every sleeping area, and in every bedroom. In new construction, the Smoke Alarms must be AC powered and interconnected. See “Agency Placement Recommendations” for details.

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larm before CO levels become life threatening. This allows you

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or additional coverage, it is recommended that you install a Smoke Alarm in

F all rooms, halls, storage areas, finished attics, and basements, where tempera-

ures normally remain between 40˚ F (4˚ C) and 100˚ F (38˚ C). Make sure no

oor or other obstruction could keep smoke from reaching the Smoke Alarms.

ore specifically, install Smoke Alarms:

• On every level of your home, including finished attics and basements. Inside every bedroom, especially if people sleep with the door partly or

•

pletely closed.

com In the hall near every sleeping area. If your home has multiple sleeping

• areas, install a unit in each. If a hall is more than 40 feet long (12 meters),

nstall a unit at each end.

i At the top of the first-to-second floor stairway, and at the bottom

• of the basement stairway.

cific requirements for Smoke Alarm installation vary from state to state

Spe and from region to region. Check with your local Fire Department for current

equirements in your area.

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or added protection.

t is recommended AC or AC/DC units be inter-

ABOUT SMOKE ALARMS

attery (DC) operated Smoke Alarms: Provide protection even when

ctricity fails, provided the batteries are fresh and correctly installed. Units

ele are easy to install, and do not require professional installation.

C powered Smoke Alarms: Can be interconnected so if one unit senses

ke, all units alarm. They do not operate if electricity fails.

smo AC with battery (DC) back-up: will operate if electricity fails, provided the

atteries are fresh and correctly installed. AC and AC/DC units must be

nstalled by a qualified electrician.

Smoke/CO Alarms for Solar or Wind Energy users and battery backup

wer systems:

ith true or pure sine wave inverters. Operating this Alarm with most battery-

w powered UPS (uninterruptible power supply) products or square wave or “quasi

ne wave” inverters

nverter or UPS type, please consult with the manufacturer to verify.

i Smoke Alarms for the hearing impaired: Special purpose Smoke Alarms

ld be installed for the hearing impaired.They include a visual alarm and an

shou audible alarm horn, and meet the requirements of the Americans With Disabilities Act. Can be interconnected so if one unit senses smoke, all units alarm.

oke alarms are not to be used with detector guardsunless the

combination has been evaluated and found suitable for that purpose. All these Smoke Alarms are designed to provide early warning of fires if located,

nstalled and cared for as described in the user’s manual, and if smoke reaches

he Alarm. If you are unsure which type of Smoke Alarm to install, refer the

t National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standard 72 (National Fire Alarm

e) and NFPA 101 (Life Safety Code). National Fire Protection Association,

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ne Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269-9101. Local building codes may also

O require specific units in new construction or in different areas of the home.

C powered Smoke/CO Alarms should only be operated

ill damage the Alarm.If you are not sure about your

SPECIAL COMPLIANCE CONSIDERATIONS

This unit alone is not a suitable substitute for complete fire detection

ystems in places housing many people—like apartment buildings,

iniums, hotels, motels, dormitories, hospitals, long-term health

condom

INSTALLING SMOKE ALARMS IN MOBILE HOMES

or minimum security install one Smoke Alarm as close to each sleeping area as

ble. For more security, put one unit in each room. Many older mobile homes

possi (especially those built before 1978) have little or no insulation. If your mobile home

t well insulated, or if you are unsure of the amount of insulation, it is important

is no

o install units on inside walls only. Smoke Alarms should be installed where

t temperatures normally remain between 40˚ F (4˚ C) and 100˚ F (38˚ C).

AGENCY PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS

his equipment should be installed in accordance with NFPA (National Fire

T Protection Association) 72 and One Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269-9101. Additional local building and

ulatory codes may apply in your area. Always check compliance

reg requirements before beginning any installation.

tandards: Underwriters Laboratories Inc. Single and Multiple Station Smoke

Alarms 217.

A 72 (National Fire Code)

Smoke Alarms shall be installed in each separate sleeping room, outside each

eping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms and on each additional

sle story of the family living unit, including basements and excluding crawl spaces

nd unfinished attics.

n new construction, Alarms shall be so arranged that operation of any one Alarm

ll cause the operation of all Alarms within the dwelling.

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oke Detection-Are More Smoke Alarms Desirable? The required number of

Smoke Alarms might not provide reliable early warning protection for those areas

parated by a door from the areas protected by the required Smoke Alarms.

his reason, it is recommended that the householder consider the use of

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F additional Smoke Alarms for those areas for increased protection. The additional

eas include the basement, bedrooms, dining room, furnace room, utility room,

nd hallways not protected by the required Smoke Alarms.The installation of

a Smoke Alarms in kitchens, attics (finished or unfinished), or garages is not

ly recommended, as these locations occasionally experience conditions

norma

hat can result in improper operation.

alifornia State Fire Marshal (CSFM)

arly warning detection is best achieved by the installation of fire detection

ment in all rooms and areas of the household as follows: A Smoke Alarm

e installed in each separate sleeping area (in the vicinity, but outside bedrooms),

nd Heat or Smoke Alarms in the living rooms, dining rooms, bedrooms,

che

ooms, basements, and attached garages.

ways, finished attics, furnace rooms, closets, utility and storage

101. National Fire Protection Association,

care facilities, nursing homes, day care facilities, or group homes of any

ind—even if they were once single-family homes. It is not a suitable

stitute for complete fire detection systems in warehouses, industrial

sub facilities, commercial buildings, and special-purpose non-residential

ldings which require special fire detection and alarm systems.

bui

epending on the building codes in your area, this unit may be used to

D provide additional protection in these facilities.

he following information applies to all five types of buildings listed below:

In new construction, most building codes require the use of AC or AC/DC

wered Smoke Alarms only. AC, AC/DC, or DC powered Smoke Alarms can be

po used in existing construction as specified by local building codes. Refer to NFPA 72 (National Fire Alarm Code) and NFPA101 (Life Safety Code), local building

es, or consult your Fire Department for detailed fire protection requirements in

cod buildings not defined as “households.”

. Single-Family Residence: Single family home, townhouse. It is recommend-

d this unit be installed on every level of the home, in every bedroom, and in

e each bedroom hallway.

2. Multi-Family or Mixed Occupant Residence: Apartment building, condominium. This unit is suitable for use in individual apartments or condos, provided a primary fire detection system already exists to meet fire detection

equirements in common areas like lobbies, hallways, or porches. Using this

nit in common areas may not provide sufficient warning to all residents or

t local fire protection ordinances/regulations.

Institutions: Hospitals, day care facilities, long-term health care facilities.

his unit is suitable for use in individual patient sleeping/resident rooms,

ovided a primary fire detection system already exists to meet fire detection

equirements in common areas like lobbies, hallways, or porches. Using this

nit in common areas may not provide sufficient warning to all residents or

et local fire protection ordinances/regulations.

4. Hotels and Motels: Also boarding houses and dormitories.This unit is

itable for use inside individual sleeping/resident rooms, provided a primary

e detection system already exists to meet fire detection requirements in

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i dential buildings, or airplanes.This Smoke/CO Alarm is specifically designed

or residential use, and may not provide adequate protection in other

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eas may not provide sufficient warning to all residents or meet local fire

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arehouses, industrial or commercial buildings, special-purpose non-resi-

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GENERAL LIMITATIONS OF SMOKE/CO ALARMS

his Smoke/CO Alarm is intended for RV or residential use. It is not intended

T for use in industrial applications where Occupational Safety and Health

inistration (OSHA) requirements for Carbon Monoxide Alarms must be

t. The Smoke Alarm portion of this device is not intended to alert hearing

me impaired residents. Special purpose Smoke Alarms should be installed for

ing impaired residents (CO Alarms are not yet available for the hearing

hear

mpaired).

oke/CO Alarms may not waken all individuals.Practice the escape plan

a gr be d infants or family members with mobility limitations, make sure that someone is assig

r order to determine their response to the sound of the Smoke/CO Alarm while sle a

w teries are used, or if the batteries are not installed correctly. AC units cannot work if t a po etc.). If you are concerned about the limitations of battery or AC power, install both ty

This Smoke/CO Alarm will not sense smoke or CO that does not reach the s

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This Smoke/CO Alarm may not sense smoke or CO on another level of the home. Example: This alarm device, installed on the second floor, may not

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ndparents.Allow children to master fire escape planning and practice

fore holding a fire drill at night when they are sleeping. If children or others

o not readily waken to the sound of the Smoke/CO Alarm, or if there are

ned to assist them in fire drill and in the event of an emergency. It is

nded that you hold a fire drill while family members are sleeping in

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eping and to determine whether they may need assistance in the event of

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oke/COAlarms cannot work without power.Battery operated units cannot

ork if the batteries are missing, disconnected or dead, if the wrong type of bat-

ensors.It will only sense smoke or CO at the sensor. Smoke or CO may be

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ight, we recommend you install an alarm device (Combination CO and Smoke

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

Horn "chirps" about once per minute. Low battery warning. Install two new AA batteries*.

Horn does three rapid "chirps" every minute;

Carbon Monoxide Alarm ONLY:

CO Alarm goes back into alarm 4 minutes after you Silence it.

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

Smoke Alarm ONLY:

Smoke Alarm sounds when no smoke is visible.

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

f you have questions that cannot be answered by reading this manual, call Consumer Affairs at 1-800-323-9005, M-F 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (CST)

C power is cut off for any reason (open fuse or circuit breaker, failure along

wer line or at a power station, electrical fire that burns the electrical wires,

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

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ke reaches the sensors. If bedroom doors are usually closed at

, or separate CO Alarms and Smoke Alarms) in each bedroom and in the

tween them.

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Device is not working properly, and needs to be

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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 This Alarm” for details.

Unwanted alarm may be caused by non-emergency source like cooking smoke.

se no alarm device in every sleeping area, every bedroom, and on every level of your home use details, see “About Smoke Alarms” for details.

e Smo sle beverages.This is especially true if the door is closed or only partly open.

locked by distance or closed doors. Noise from traffic, stereo, radio, television,

b air conditioner, or other appliances may also prevent alert persons from hearing

he alarm horn.This Smoke/CO Alarm is not intended for people who are

t hear

T dama the unit i chi resulti

his Smoke/CO Alarm is not a substitute for life insurance.

Smoke/CO Alarm warns against increasing CO levels or the presence of smo pr

his Smoke/CO Alarm has a limited life.

and all of its parts have passed many stringent tests and are designed to be as r m not operating properly.

This Smoke/CO Alarm is not foolproof. Like all other electronic devices, this Smo the sensors. It may not give early warning of the source of smoke or CO is in a remote part of the home, away from the alarm device.

nse smo t give adequate early warning. Recommended minimum protection is one

. Some experts recommend battery powered Smoke and CO Alarms be

n conjunction with interconnected AC powered Smoke Alarms. For

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oke/CO Alarms may not be heard.The alarm horn loudness meets or

ds curr

ke/CO Alarm is installed outside the bedroom, it may not wake up a sound

eper or one who has recently used drugs or has been drinking alcoholic

en persons who are awake may not hear the alarm horn if the sound is

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injury, or death, since smoke from some fires may not reach

mmediately. Examples of this include persons smoking in bed,

ldren pl

ng from escaping gas.

K Brands, Inc. does not warrant or imply in any way that they will

otect lives. Homeowners and renters must still insure their lives.

le as possi

st this device weekly. The unit should be replaced immediately if it is

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e/CO Alarm has limitations. It can only detect smoke or CO that reaches

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n the basement. For this reason, one alarm device may

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y of these parts could fail at any time. Therefore, you

Units under warranty should be returned to ma Warranty” for details.

POISONING, EVACUATE your home and call 911 or t Sou

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

Silence Alarm using manual button; clean the Alarm’s cover with a soft, clean cloth. If frequent unwanted alarms continue, relocate your Alarm. Alarm ma appliance, or steamy bathroom.

er for replacement. See “Limited

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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 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

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T 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 breach of any express or implied warranty. Except to the extent prohibited by a

pplicable 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 province to province.

H 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. 25 Spur Drive, El Paso, TX 79906

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

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anty 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

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vinces 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

mitations 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

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btain Warranty Service

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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,

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USER’S MANUAL

COMBINATION CARBON MONOXIDE & SMOKE ALARM

eatures:

Separate sensors to detect smoke

• and CO; the two alarm systems w

• Side access drawer for easy

• battery replacement

Complies with UL2034 and UL217

•

IMPORTANT! PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND SAVE.

This user’s manual contains important information

bout your Combination Carbon Monoxide & Smoke

a Alarm’s operation. If you are installing this Alarm for use by others, you must leave this manual—or a copy

f it—with the end user.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Fire Safety Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

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

nstallation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3

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Optional Locking Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3

eekly Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3

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

If Your Smoke/CO Alarm Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

W I I U

What You Need To Know About CO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

What is CO? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Symptoms of CO Poisoning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Potential Sources of CO in the Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

How Can I Protect My Family From CO Poisoning? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

egulatory Information For Smoke/CO Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-7

Re Re Re About Smo

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Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-7

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INTRODUCTION

FIRE SAFETY TIPS

Follow safety rules and prevent hazardous situations: 1) Use smoking materials properly. Never smoke in bed. 2) Keep matches or lighters away

rom children; 3) Store flammable materials in proper containers; 4) Keep

f electrical appliances in good condition and don’t overload electrical circuits;

p stoves, barbecue grills, fireplaces and chimneys grease- and debris-

5) K ree; 6) Never leave anything cooking on the stove unattended; 7) Keep

f portable heaters and open flames, like candles, away from flammable

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y are not working properly. Smoke Alarms that do not work cannot alert

t you to a fire. Keep at least one working fire extinguisher on every floor, and

n additional one in the kitchen. Have fire escape ladders or other reliable

ns of escape from an upper floor in case stairs are blocked.

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nd test them weekly. Replace alarms immediately if

BASIC SAFETY INFORMATION

angers, Warnings, and Cautions alert you to important operating

• nstructions or to potentially hazardous situations. Pay special

ttention to these items.

his combi

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larms. The CO Alarm is not designed to detect fire or any other gas.

a It will only indicate the presence of carbon monoxide gas at the

ens

s Sm the sensor. The Smoke Alarm is not designed to sense gas, heat or

ames.

• This Smoke/CO Alarm cannot operate without working batteries.

R batteries at the end of their service life, removes your protection.

• NEVER ignore any alarm. See “If Your Smoke/CO Alarm Sounds”

for more information on how to respond to an alarm. Failure to respond can result i

• The Silence Features are for your convenience only and will not

correct a pr

ways check your home for a potential problem after any alarm.

ailure to do so can result in injury or death.

F Test this Smoke/CO Alarm once a week. If the Alarm ever fails to

•

test correctly, have it replaced immediately! If the Alarm is not working properly, it cannot alert you to a problem.

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

family living units or in RVs. It is not designed to measure CO levels

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i (OSHA) commercial or industrial standards. Individuals with medical conditi ma visual signals for carbon monoxide concentrations under 30 ppm. For additional information on carbon monoxide and your medical condition contact your physician.

nation Smoke/Carbon Monoxide Alarm has two separate

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INSTALLATION

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For minimum security, a combination Smoke/CO Alarm should be centrally l

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ted outside of each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of

he bedrooms. For more security, install additional Alarms in each separate

oom. The Alarm should be located at least 6 inches (152 mm) from all

be exterior walls and at least 3 feet (0.9 meters) from supply or return vents.

t units used in RVs after the vehicle has been in storage, before each

tri described may remove your protection.

In general, install residential combination Smoke/CO Alarms:

•

• Inside every bedroom, especially if people sleep with the door partly or

• In the hall near every sleeping area. If your home has multiple sleeping

• At the top of first-to-second floor stairs.

• At the bottom of the basement stairs.

• For additional coverage, install Alarms in all rooms, halls, and storage

Minimum coverage for Smoke Alarms, as recommended by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), is one Smoke Alarm on every floor, in every sleeping area, and in every bedroom (See “Regulatory Information For Smoke Alarms” for details on the NFPA recommendations).

ce a week while in use. Failure to test units used in RVs as

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y level of your home, including finished attics and basements.

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or CO Alarms,the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recommends

hat a CO Alarm should be centrally located outside of each separate sleeping

ea in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms. For added protection, install

ar additional CO Alarms in each separate bedroom, and on every level of your home.

NOTE: For added protection, install an additional Smoke/CO Alarm at least

5 feet (4.6 meters) away from the furnace or fuel burning heat source where

ble. In smaller homes or in manufactured homes where this distance

possi cannot be maintained, install the Alarm as far away as possible from the

urnace or other fuel burning source. Installing the Alarm closer than 15 feet (4.6

ters) will not harm the Alarm, but may increase the frequency of unwanted

me alarms.

RECOMMENDED RESIDENTIAL PLACEMENT

• When installing on the wall, the top edge of Smoke Alarms should be placed between 4 inches (102 mm) and 12 inches (305 mm) from the

all/ceiling line.

• When installing on the ceiling, place the alarm as close to the center as

ble.

possi In either case, install at least 4 inches (102 mm) from where the wall and

• ceiling meet. See “Avoiding Dead Air Spaces” for more information.

OTE:For any location, make sure no door or other obstruction could keep

carbon monoxide or smoke from reaching the Alarm.

WHERE THIS ALARM SHOULD NOT BE INSTALLED

o NOT locate this Smoke/CO Alarm:

Avoid extremely dusty, dirty or greasy areas.

•

• Where combustion particles are produced. Combustion particles form

hen something burns.Areas to avoid include poorly ventilated kitchens,

w garages, and furnace rooms. Keep units at least 20 feet (6 meters) from the sources of combustion particles (stove, furnace, water heater, space heater)

ble. In areas where a 20-foot (6 meter) distance is not possible – in

if possi modular, mobile, RVs, or smaller homes, for example – it is recommended the Smoke Alarm be placed as far from these fuel-burning sources as

ble. The placement recommendations are intended to keep these

possi Alarms at a reasonable distance from a fuel-burning source, and thus reduce “unwanted” alarms. Unwanted alarms can occur if a Smoke Alarm is

laced directly next to a fuel-burning source. Ventilate these areas as much

ble.

as possi Within 5 feet (1.5 meters) of any cooking appliance. In air streams near

•

itchens. Air currents can draw cooking smoke into the smoke sensor and

use unwanted alarms.

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

• from a shower, sauna, humidifier, vaporizer, dishwasher, laundry room,

ility room, or other source of high humidity.

ut In direct sunlight.

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lent air, like near ceiling fans or open windows. Blowing air may

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event CO or smoke from reaching the sensors.

pr In insect infested areas. Insects can clog the openings to the sensing

chamber. Less than 12 inches (305 mm) away from fluorescent lights. Electrical

noise” can interfere with the sensor.

“ In “dead air” spaces. See “Avoiding Dead Air Spaces”.

AVOIDING DEAD AIR SPACES

Dead air” spaces may prevent smoke from reaching the Smoke/CO Alarm.

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o avoid dead air spaces, follow installation recommendations below.

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ble. If this is not possible, install the Smoke/CO Alarm at least 4 inches

possi (102 mm) from the wall or corner.

or wall mounting

Alarms should be placed between 4 inches (102 mm) and 12 inches (305 mm)

rom the wall/ceiling line, below typical “dead air” spaces.

f On a peaked, gabled, or cathedral ceiling, install first Smoke/CO Alarm

ithin 3 feet (0.9 meters) of the peak of the ceiling, measured horizontally.

ditional Smoke/CO Alarms may be required depending on the length, angle,

tc. of the ceiling's slope. Refer to NFPA 72 for details on requirements for

oped or peaked ceilings.

ll Smoke/CO Alarms as close to the center of the ceiling as

llowed by building codes), the top edge of Smoke/CO

(if a

HOW TO INSTALL THIS ALARM

This combination Smoke/CO Alarm was designed to be mounted on the ceiling or wall. It is not a tabletop device.

iling or wall as outlined below. Read “Where To Install This Alarm” before

ce starting.

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

thead screwdriver, hammer.

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o not connect this unit to any other alarm or auxiliary device. It is a

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D single-station unit that cannot be linked to other devices. Connecting anything else to this unit may prevent it from working properly.

Do not install this unit over an electrical junction box.Air currents

• around junction boxes can prevent smoke from reaching the sens-

ng chamber and prevent the unit from alarming. Only AC powered

s are intended for installation over junction boxes.

unit

ou want to lock the battery compartment, or lock the Smoke/CO

If y Alarm to the mounting bracket, please read the “Optional Locking

eatures” section.

1. Hold base firmly and twist the mounting bracket counterclockwise (left) to parate it from the unit.

2. Hold the mounting bracket against the ceiling (or wall) so the vertical

nting slot is aligned in the 12 o’clock position and trace around the

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nside of the mounting slots (vertical and horizontal mounting).

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

nting holes.

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4. Using a 3/16” (5 mm) drill bit, drill a hole through the center of the oval

lines you traced.

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

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

hey are flush with the ceiling or wall.

6. Line the mounting bracket up over the plastic screw anchors.

. Screw the mounting bracket to the ceiling or wall through the mounting

ots using the two screws provided.

8. Before attaching the Alarm to

he bracket, insert the two (2)

t AA batteries (included) into the battery compartment. Match

he terminals on the end of

he battery with the terminals

he unit. Match “+” to “+”

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nd “-” to “-.” If the batteries

e not fully inserted, the unit

not receive battery power.

OTE:The unit may beep briefly when you install the batteries. This is normal.

he GREEN Light flashes about every 60 seconds when the unit is

T receiving battery power.

The battery door will resist closing unless batteries are installed. This

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9. Attach the Smoke/CO Alarm to the

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0. Test the Smoke/CO Alarm. See “Weekly Testing” for details.

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PARTS OF THIS SMOKE/CO ALARM

Test/Silence Button

1 2 Battery Compartment

Power/Smoke Alarm LED

CO Alarm LED

te without batteries.

OPTIONAL LOCKING FEATURES

The optional locking features are designed to discourage unauthorized removal of the batteries or Alarm. It is not necessary to activate the locks in

ingle-family households where unauthorized battery or Alarm removal is not a concern.

his Smoke/CO Alarm has two separate locking features: one to lock the battery compartment, and the other to lock the Smoke/CO Alarm to the mounting bracket.

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

Tools you will need: • Needle-nose pliers or utility knife • Standard flathead screwdriver.

th locking features use locking pins, which are molded into the mounting bracket. Depending on which locking features you

remove one or both pins from the mounting bracket using needle-nose pliers or a utility knife.

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To permanently remove either locking pin, insert a flathead screwdriver between the locking pin and the lock, and pry

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alarm sounds.

If the unit does n NOT lock the battery compartment! Install new batteries and test again. If the unit still does not alarm, replace it immediately.

3. Using needle-nose pliers or a utility knife, detach one locking pin from the mounting bracket.

4. Push the locking pin through the hole near the battery door latch on the back of the

ke/CO Alarm.

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. Using needle-nose pliers or a utility knife,

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on the back of the Smoke/CO Alarm as shown in the diagram.

3. When you attach the Smoke/CO Alarm to the mounting bracket, the locking pin’s head will fit into a notch on the bracket.

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acket. Insert the two (2) AA batteries

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TO UN-LOCK THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT

1. Remove the Smoke/CO Alarm from the

2. Insert a flathead screwdriver under the

4. Reattach the Smoke/CO Alarm to the

When replacing the batteries, always test the Smoke/CO Alarm before re-locking the battery compartment.

ing bracket. If the unit is locked to

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t the Mounting Bracket.”

f the locking pin, and gently pry it out

head o of the battery compartment lock. (If you plan to re-lock the battery compartment, save the

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the battery door and reinsert locking pin in lock.

ting bracket.

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TO UN-LOCK THE MOUNTING BRACKET

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rectangular cut-out on the mounting bracket nearest to the locking pin.

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bracket by pushing up on the screwdriver and turning the Smoke/CO Alarm counterclockwise

ft) at the same time.

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WEEKLY TESTING

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NEVER use an open flame of any kind to test this unit. You might accidentally damage or set fire to the unit or to your home. The built-in test switch accurately tests the unit’s operation as required

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• Exposure at close range may be harmful to your hearing. When

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It is important to test this unit every week to make sure it is working properly. Using the test button is the recommended way to test this

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Test the Smoke/CO Alarm: press and hold the Test/Silence button 3-5

seconds until unit starts to alarm. During testing, you will see and hear the following sequence:

Horn will sound 3 beeps, pause, 3 beeps. The Power/Smoke LED

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flashes Red and the CO LED will be Off.

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REGULAR MAINTENANCE

his unit has been designed to be as maintenance-free as possible, but there

e a few simple things you must do to keep it working properly.

se only the replacement batteries listed below. The unit may not

U operate properly with other batteries. Never use rechargeable batteries since they may not provide a constant charge.

• Test it at least once a week. Clean the Smoke/CO Alarm at least once a month; gently vacuum the

• outside of the Smoke/CO Alarm using your household vacuum’s soft

ttachment. A can of clean compressed air (sold at computer or

brush a

ffice supply stores) may also be used. Follow manufacturer instructions

o for use. Test the Smoke/CO Alarm. Never use water, cleaners or solvents

nce they may damage the unit.

• If the Smoke/CO Alarm becomes contaminated by excessive dirt, dust

nd/or grime, and cannot be cleaned to avoid unwanted alarms, replace

he unit immediately.

t Relocate the unit if it sounds frequent unwanted alarms. See “Where This

• Alarm Should Not Be Installed” for details.

oosing a replacement battery:

our Smoke/CO Alarm requires two standard AA batteries. It was shipped

Y with two AA batteries.The following batteries are acceptable as replacements: Eveready Energizer E91.

tores.

ual battery service life depends on the Smoke/CO Alarm and the environ-

Act

nt in which it is installed. All the batteries specified above are acceptable

me replacement batteries for this unit. Regardless of the manufacturer’s suggested battery life, you MUST replace the battery immediately once the unit starts

chirping” (the “low battery warning”).

“

To replace the batteries (without removing

arm from the ceiling or wall):

1. Open the battery compartment.

2. Press tabs A and B as shown in the diagram

nd remove each battery.

3. Insert the new batteries, making sure they

p completely into the battery compartment.

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atch the terminals on the ends of the

M batteries with the terminals on the unit.

4. Close the battery compartment, and then test the unit by pressing the Test/Silence button.

YOUR SMOKE/CO ALARM SOUNDS

AT TO DO FIRST–IDENTIFY THE TYPE OF ALARM

Type of Alarm

Carbon Monoxide (CO)

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IF THE CO ALARM SOUNDS

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ou hear the C

one to a source of fresh air. DO NOT remove the batteries!

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mus IF THE CO ALARM SIGNAL SOUNDS:

1. Operate the Test/Silence button.

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

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

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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 out

period, repeat steps 1-3 and call a qualified appliance technician to investiga i d com ma information about CO safety and this equipment. Make sure that motor v ad technician here:

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NOTE: A qualified appliance technician is defined as “a person, firm, corpor

ngaged in and responsible for the installation, testing, servicing, or replace-

ppliances and equipment, and/or gas fireplaces or other decorative

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

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

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

ng this inspection have the equipment serviced immediately. Note any

bustion equipment not inspected by the technician, and consult the

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

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

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ation, or company that either in person or through a representative, is

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IF THE SMOKE ALARM SOUNDS

ONDING TO AN ALARM

If the unit alarms and you are not testing the unit, it is warning you

• of a potentially dangerous situation that requires your immediate

on. NEVER ignore any alarm. Ignoring the alarm may result in

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a injury or death.

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WHAT TO DO IN CASE OF FIRE

Don’t panic; stay calm. Follow your family escape plan.

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dressed or collect anything.

• Feel doors with the back of your hand before opening them.

If a door is cool, open it slowly. Don’t open a hot door. Keep doors

ndows closed, unless you must escape through them.

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ver your nose and mouth with a cloth (preferably damp).

•

Take short, shallow breaths.

• Meet at your planned meeting place outside your home,

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• Call the Fire Department as soon as possible from outside.

Give your address, then your name.

•

Never go back inside a burning building for any reason.

• Contact your Fire Department for ideas on making your home safer.

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

arms" for details.

USING THE SILENCE FEATURES

Never remove the batteries to quiet an unwanted alarm. Removing the batteries disables the alarm and removes your protection.

The Silence Feature is intended to temporarily silence the horn while you identify and correct the problem. Do not use the Silence Feature in emergency

tions. It will not correct a CO problem or extinguish a fire.

sit The Silence Feature can temporarily quiet an unwanted alarm for several

minutes.You can silence this Smoke/CO Alarm: press the Test/Silence button

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Test/Silence button is released, the Red LED blinks during the silence

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The Smoke Alarm will remain silent for up to 15 minutes, then return to norma

f the smoke has not cleared–or

I continues to increase–the device will go back into alarm.

l operation.

SILENCING THE LOW BATTERY WARNING

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

T up to 8 hours. You can silence the low battery warning “chirp”: press the Test/ Silence button on the alarm cover.

he low battery warning “chirp” silence feature is activated, the unit

nce t

O continues to flash the Green light twice a minute for 8 hours. After 8 hours, the

low battery “chirp” will resume.

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 u

nit sounds “chirp” once a minute).

These batteries are available at many local retail

What You See and Hear CO LED: Flashes Red

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P Horn: 3 beeps, pause, 3 beeps, pause C

ALARM-MOVE TO FRESH AIR”

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O alarm horn and the CO red light is flashing, move

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

O Alarm remains in its normal condition.

he residence. Write down the number of a qualified appliance

ted alarm (caused by cooking smoke, etc.). Removing

Instead open a window or fan the smoke away from

arms get everyone out of the house immediately.

f the house as quickly as possible. Don’t stop to get

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ver for at least 3-5 seconds.

e Alarm is Silenced When the CO Alarm is Silenced

Replace the batteries as soon as possible;

Press the Test/Silence button again. The unit will

eps, pause, 4 beeps, pause

4 be

wer/Smoke LED

o ower/Smoke LED

O LED:Off

The CO alarm will remain silent for up to 4 minutes.

After 4 minutes, if CO levels remain potentially dangerous the horn will

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