First Alert CO615 User Manual

USER’S MANUAL

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BASEMENT

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REQUIRED TO MEET NFPA RECOMMENDATIONS

PLUG-IN CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM

WITH BATTERY BACK-UP AND SILENCE

AC

120V

~ 60Hz, 0.09 A

IMPORTANT! PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND SAVE.

This unit was shipped with a user’s manual that contains important

information about its operation. If you ar

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

Printed in Mexico
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e installing this unit for use by others,

FEATURES

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Model CO615

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Basic Safety Infor

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2

Where To Install This Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Where This Alarm Should Not Be Installed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Before You Begin Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

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

How Your Alarm Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

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

What To Do if CO is Detected . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Using the Silence Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Using the Remote Control Test/Silence Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Using the Peak CO Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Understanding the Light, Horn, and Display Patterns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Weekly Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Regular Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

What You Need To Know About CO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-6

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

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

Finding the Sour

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

How Can I Protect My Family From CO Poisoning? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Regulatory Information For CO Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

General Limitations Of CO Alar

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Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

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BASIC SAFETY INFORMA

• Dangers, Warnings, and Cautions alert you to important operating
uctions or to potentially hazardous situations. Pay special

instr
attention to these items.

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

•

only indicate the pr
Carbon monoxide gas may be present in other areas.

• Do not stand too close to the unit when the alarm is sounding. It is

loud to wake you in an emer
range may har

• Do not paint over the unit. Paint may clog the openings to the sensing

chambers and prevent the unit from operating properly.

• This unit must be powered by a 24-hour circuit. Be sure the circuit

cannot be turned off by a switch, dimmer, or ground fault circuit

rupter. Failure to connect this unit to a 24-hour circuit may

inter
prevent it from providing constant protection.

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

fails and the battery is dead or missing, the alarm cannot operate.
Test the Alarm once a week. If the Alarm ever fails to test correctly,

•

• This Carbon Monoxide Alarm is intended for residential use and is

•

eplaced immediately! If the Alarm is not working properly, it

have it r
cannot alert you to a problem.

not suitable for use in hazar
Electrical Code.

This product is intended for use in ordinary indoor locations of family
living units. It is not designed to measure CO levels in compliance with
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) commercial or
industrial standar
make them more sensitive to carbon monoxide may consider using
warning devices which provide audible and visual signals for carbon
monoxide concentrations under 30 ppm. For additional infor
carbon monoxide and your medical condition contact your physician.

esence of carbon monoxide gas at the sensor.

m your hearing.

ds. Individuals with medical conditions that may

TION

gency. Exposure to the horn at close

dous locations as defined in the National

mation on

INSTALLATION

WHERE TO INSTALL THIS ALARM

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recommends that a CO Alarm
should be centrally located outside of each separate sleeping area in the
immediate vicinity of the bedrooms. For added protection, install additional
CO Alarms in each separate bedroom, and on every level of your home.

In general, install Carbon Monoxide Alarms:

• WHERE YOU CAN HEAR THE ALARM FROM ALL SLEEPING AREAS

• In or near bedrooms and living areas or wherever you suspect a CO

exposure is likely.

• On each level of a multi-level home.

Improper location can affect the sensitive electronic components in this Alarm.
Please see “Where this Alarm Should Not Be Installed”.

Recommended Placement

6
7

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

carbon monoxide from reaching the Alarm.

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INSTALLATION, Continued

WHERE THIS ALARM SHOULD NOT BE INSTALLED

o avoid causing damage to the unit, to provide optimum protection, and

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event unnecessary alarms, Do NOT locate this Alarm:

to pr

In garages, kitchens, crawl spaces and unfinished attics. Avoid extremely

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dusty, dirty or greasy areas. Installation in these areas could lead to
nuisance alarms, may expose the sensor to substances that could damage
or contaminate it, or the Alarm may not be hear
of the home, especially if they are sleeping.

In the garage, vehicle exhaust can contain some carbon monoxide. These

•

• In the kitchen, some gas appliances can emit a short burst of CO upon

• Keep units at least 20 feet (6 meters) from the sources of combustion

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

•

• In turbulent air, like near ceiling fans or open windows. Blowing air may

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

e higher when the engine is first started. Within hours of starting a

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vehicle and backing it out of the garage, the levels present over time can
activate the Alarm and become a nuisance.

start-up. This is normal. If your CO Alarm is installed too close to these
appliances, it may alarm often and become a nuisance.

particles (stove, fur

e a 20-foot (6m) distance is not possible – in modular, mobile, or

wher
smaller homes, for example – it is recommended the Alarm be placed as

om these fuel-burning sources as possible. The placement recom-

far fr
mendations ar
from a fuel-burning source, and thus reduce “unwanted” alarms. Unwanted
alarms can occur if an Alarm is placed dir

ce. Ventilate these areas as much as possible.

sour

Alarm near a cooking or heating appliance, install at least 5 feet (1.5
meters) fr

om a shower, sauna, humidifier, vaporizer, dishwasher, laundry room,

fr

oom, or other sour

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In direct sunlight.

prevent CO from reaching the sensors.
In areas where temperature is colder than 40˚ F (4˚ C) or hotter than

100˚ F (38˚ C). These ar
unfinished attics, uninsulated or poorly insulated ceilings, porches, and
garages.

“noise” can interfere with the sensor.

nace, water heater, space heater) if possible. In areas

e intended to keep these Alarms at a reasonable distance

om appliance.

ce of high humidity.

eas include non-airconditioned crawl spaces,

d by persons in other areas

ectly next to a fuel-burning

If you must install the

AVOIDING DEAD AIR SPACES

“Dead air” spaces may prevent CO from reaching the Alarm. To avoid dead
air spaces, stay at least 4 inches (102 mm) away from corners where walls or
ceilings and walls meet.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN INSTALLATION

• Make sure the alarm is not receiving excessively noisy power.

Examples of noisy power could be major appliances on the same
circuit, power from a generator or solar power, light dimmer on the
same circuit or mounted near fluorescent lighting. Excessively noisy
power may cause damage to your Alarm.

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

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

•

(like 911) and a qualified appliance technician.

• Place one label near the CO Alarm, and the other label in the “fresh air”

location you plan to go if the alarm sounds.

HOW TO INSTALL THIS CO ALARM

IMPORTANT! Read all instructions before using this product.

ools you will need:

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Determine the best location for your CO Alarm.

1.

2. Your Alarm is equipped to be mounted as a corded unit or a direct plug
unit. The unit can be plugged dir
mounted horizontally

If the adapter is taken out of the unit, the Alarm can be installed high on the
wall, while the adapter is plugged into a wall outlet.

ATING THE BATTERY BACK-UP

ACTIV

Activate the battery back-up by installing the two
(2) AA batteries. The batter

and is not intended to power the Alar
extended period of time in the absence of AC.

The Alarm will light-up the display briefly to indicate the unit is r

ewdriver, drill.

Scr

, refer to “If Outlet is Mounted Horizontally (Sideways)”.

ectly into a wall outlet. If your outlets are

y is for back-up only

m for an

eceiving power.

DIRECT PLUG ALARM INTO AN OUTLET

This Alarm can be plugged dir

Choose a standard UNSWITCHED 120V AC outlet.

1.
Plug Alarm in.

2.

ectly into a wall outlet located close to the floor.

IF OUTLET IS MOUNTED HORIZONTALLY (SIDEWAYS)

If you are going to use your Alarm as a direct plug into an outlet that is
mounted horizontally (sideways), you may want to r
as follows:

With back of unit facing you (AC blades on your left), place your left thumb

1.
on adapter release and grab AC blades with your right hand to release the
left side.

2. Repeat for the other side adapter thumb release. This will allow adapter to
slide out.

Remove adapter.

3.

4. Rotate the adapter 90º and snap firmly back into place.

5. Plug Alarm into AC outlet.

otate the adapter 90º,

WALL MOUNTED ALARM

Installation tips for power cord models: The power cord option provides

more flexibility in mounting locations and allows the Alarm to be easily installed
at or above eye level.

NOTE: If you mount the Alarm high on a wall, make sure it is at least 4 inches
(102 mm) down from the ceiling. Any higher than this, it will be in “dead air”

space and carbon monoxide may not reach the sensor.
NOTE: Do not cover the Alarm with a curtain.
To install for a wall-mount, you will need to pull out the removable adapter and

power cord, as follows:

1. Repeat steps 1 to 3 as described above in

2. With adapter out, pull out power cord and unwrap it.

3. Insert the screws provided until head is approx. 1/8 inch (3 mm) from wall
(if mounting in plaster boar
plastic anchor pr

4. Hook the Alarm over the screw onto the keyhole in back of unit.

5. Plug power cord into AC outlet.

ovided).

d or drywall, drill 3/16 inch (5 mm) hole and use

“to rotate the adapter”.

TEST THE ALARM

1.

Make sure the Alarm is receiving AC power. Under normal operation, the
Green indicator light will shine continuously.
light does not light, recheck connections. If connections are correct and

een power indicator still does not light, the unit should be r

the Gr
immediately.

2. Press and hold the test button until the alarm sounds. You will hear the
signal that indicates the presence of carbon monoxide.

When testing the Alarm, have someone else check that the Alarm can be
heard easily from the sleeping areas. The unit should be located where it
can wake you if it alarms at night.

2

If the Green power indicator

eplaced

HOW YOUR ALARM WORKS

THE COVER OF YOUR ALARM

Test/Silence Button:

4

1

7

2

3

5

6

1.
Press and hold to
activate test, or to
silence the alarm.

Display Button: Press

2.
to recall highest CO

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3. POWER Light (GREEN)

4. Display
(Behind the Cover)

5.
Alarm Hor
audible alarm for
test, alarm, and unit
malfunction warning.

Battery Compartment

6.
(Behind the Door)

7. Open door here

n: 85 dB

IF YOUR CO ALARM SOUNDS

WHAT TO DO IF CARBON MONOXIDE IS DETECTED

Actuation of your CO Alar
(CO) which can kill you. In other words, when your CO Alarm sounds, you
must not ignore it!

IF THE CO ALARM SOUNDS:

1. Operate the Test/Silence button.

2. Call your emergency services, fire department or 911. Write down the
number of your local emergency service here:

_______________________________________________________________

3. Immediately move to fresh air—outdoors or by an open door or window.
Do a head count to check that all persons are accounted for. Do not re­enter the premises, or move away from the open door or window until the
emergency services responder has arrived, the premises have been aired
out, and your CO Alarm remains in its normal condition.

4. After following steps 1-3, if your CO Alarm reactivates within a 24-hour
period, repeat steps 1-3 and call a qualified appliance technician to
investigate for sources of CO from fuel-burning equipment and appliances,
and inspect for proper operation of this equipment. If problems are identi­fied during this inspection have the equipment serviced immediately. Note
any combustion equipment not inspected by the technician, and consult
the manufacturers’ instructions, or contact the manufacturers directly, for
more information about CO safety and this equipment. Make sure that
motor vehicles are not, and have not, been operating in an attached
garage or adjacent to the residence. Write down the number of a qualified
appliance technician here:

_______________________________________________________________

m indicates the presence of carbon monoxide

USING THE SILENCE FEATURE

N

EVER disconnect the power to your Alar

Silence Feature. Disconnecting the Alarm removes your protection!

The Silence Feature is intended to temporarily silence the horn while

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you identify and corr

To use the Silence Feature, press the Test/Silence button until the horn

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is silent.

• If the Test/Silence button is pressed while the Alarm is in the silence
mode, the alarm will start sounding again.

WHEN THE CO ALARM IS SILENCED...

The CO Alarm will r
silenced, it will continue to monitor the air for CO. After 4 minutes, if CO levels

emain potentially dangerous the horn will start sounding again.

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The Silence Featur

ect a CO problem.

not corr

ect the problem.

emain silent for up to 4 minutes. While the Alarm is

e is intended to temporarily silence the Alarm horn. It will

m to silence the horn—use the

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL TEST/SILENCE FEATURE

Using the VOLUME or CHANNEL buttons on most r
test or silence this CO Alarm from up to 12 feet (3.6 meters) away.

To Test or Silence the Alarm:

Make sure you have a clear path between you and

1.
the Alarm, fr

Point the remote at the front of the Alarm.

2.
Press the VOLUME or CHANNEL button for at least

3.
5 seconds.

If the Alar

You may be standing too far away.

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Your remote may not be compatible.

•

• You did not hold the button on your remote for at
least 5 seconds.

• AC power must be present to Silence the low battery chirp.

ee of any obstructions.

m does not respond to your remote control:

emote controls, you can

SILENCING THE LOW BATTERY WARNING

This Silence Feature can temporarily quiet the low battery warning “chirp” for
up to 8 hours if AC power is present. You can silence the low battery warning
“chirp” two ways:

Manually: Press the Test/Silence button on the Alarm cover until you see

1.
the Green LED flicker, acknowledging the button-press.

2. Using Your Remote Control: Standing no further than 12 feet (3.6 meters)
away from the Alarm, aim your IR remote at the Alarm and press the
CHANNEL or VOLUME button for at least 3-5 seconds.

The display will flash “SILENCE” for 8 hours while the low battery warning
“chirp” silence feature is activated. After 8 hours, the low battery “chirp” will
resume. The Alarm will continue to operate as long as AC power is supplied.
However, replace the battery as soon as possible, to maintain protection in
event of a power outage.

USING THE PEAK CO MEMORY

The CO Memory Feature lets you check the highest level of CO recorded.

To check CO Memory:

ess the Display button until the peak CO level is displayed.

Pr

1.

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o clear CO Memory:

1. While checking CO memory, press or hold the Display
button until “CLEAR” is displayed.

2. Press or hold the Display button until the CO Memory is
cleared.

NOTE: The highest CO level will be saved, even after an AC power interruption,
until you clear it. DO NOT clear the CO Memory r
someone to investigate a CO problem! Clear the CO Memory reading only
after the investigator has checked your home.

eading if you plan to call

3

UNDERSTANDING THE LIGHT, HORN, AND DISPLAY PATTERNS

Condition

NORMAL AC POWER

TTERY BACK-UP POWER Red LED is flashing once every 45

BA

LED

LED is Green.

seconds.

n Display

Hor

Silent

Silent

All segments
of display ar
turned on for
a short time
upon initial
power. Then
the battery level icon is dis

Flashing battery icon.

e

played.

DURING TESTING

LOW OR MISSING BATTERY Green LED On if AC power is present

CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM

PRE-ALARM CONDITION
CO IS PRESENT

MALFUNCTION SIGNAL LED flashing Red 3 times in sync

LOW BATTERY SILENCE LED is Green.

LED flashes Red in sync with the
horn, simulating an Alarm condition.

LED flashes Red in sync with horn

Green power LED On if AC power is

esent

pr

with 3 rapid chirps

The CO alarm horn pattern
(4 beeps, pause, 4 beeps) is issued.

A chirp is issued about every
minute.

Repeating

Silent

3 rapid chirps every minute “ERROR” is displayed.

Silent “SILENCE” is displayed.

4 beeps, pause

During the simulated
CO alarm, “CO” is
displayed along with
a full alarm level.

Several ppm CO
levels are also
displayed and
the alarm level is
shown increasing.

Battery icon will show
an empty icon.

“CO” alternating
with the ppm
number, a full level,
and “EVACUATE”.

nating with the ppm number

“CO” alter
The level will indicate relative CO
exposure level.

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It is impor
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1. Manually: Press the Test/Silence button on the Alarm

2.

If the Alar

1. Make sure the AC power is applied and batteries are

2.
If the Alarm is still not working pr

“Limited Warranty” at the end of this manual.

If there is still a problem, do not try to fix the Alarm yourself. This will
void your warranty!

Y TESTING

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’
by Under
Exhaust may cause permanent damage and voids your warranty.

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

•
Exposur
testing, step away when horn starts sounding.

operly. You can test this CO Alarm two ways:

cover until alarm sounds.

Remote Contr

and press the CHANNEL or VOLUME button.

fresh and installed correctly.
Test the unit again.

writers Laboratories, Inc. (UL). NEVER use vehicle exhaust!

e at close range may be harmful to your hearing. When

tant to test this unit every week to make sure it is working

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Aim your r

m does not test properly:

emote control at the Alarm

operly, replace it immediately. Refer to the

s operation as required

REGULAR MAINTENANCE

Use only the replacement batteries listed below. The unit may not operate
properly with other batteries. Never use rechargeable batteries since they
may not provide a constant charge.

This unit has been designed to be as maintenance-fr

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

ar

• Test it at least once a week.

• Clean the Alarm at least once a month; gently vacuum the outside of the
Alarm using your household vacuum’s soft brush attachment. Test the
Alarm. Never use water, cleaners or solvents since they may damage the
unit.

• Relocate the unit if it sounds frequent unwanted alarms. See “Where This
Alarm Should Not Be Installed” for details.

• When the battery back-up becomes weak, the Alarm will “chirp” about
once a minute (the low battery warning). You should replace the battery
immediately to continue your protection.

battery power to operate. If AC power fails, and the battery is dead
or missing, the Alarm cannot operate.

ee as possible, but there

This Alarm must have AC or

SYMPTOMS OF CO POISONING

These symptoms ar
ALL household members.

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

eme Exposure:

Extr

e to Carbon Monoxide can cause brain damage, death.

Exposur

This CO Alarm measur

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

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

e the onset of symptoms in average, healthy adults. Why is this impor-

befor
tant? Because you need to be war
can still react in time. In many reported cases of CO exposure, victims may be

e that they are not feeling well, but become disoriented and can no longer

awar

eact well enough to exit the building or get help. Also, young children and

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pets may be the first affected. The average healthy adult might not feel any
symptoms when the CO Alarm sounds. However

espiratory problems, infants, unborn babies, pregnant mothers, or elderly

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people can be more quickly and severely affected by CO. If you experience
even mild symptoms of CO poisoning, consult your doctor immediately!

e related to CO POISONING and should be discussed with

obbing headache, drowsiness, confusion, fast heart rate.

Convulsions, unconsciousness, heart and lung failur

es exposure to CO over time. It alarms if CO levels

ned of a potential CO problem while you

, people with cardiac or

e.

FINDING THE SOURCE OF CO AFTER AN ALARM

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

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

for any carbon monoxide investigation or service call.

ficult to locate sources of CO:

• House well ventilated befor
oblem caused by “backdrafting.”

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• Transient CO problem caused by special circumstances.

ce of CO.

e the investigator arrives.

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POTENTIAL SOURCES OF CO IN THE HOME

DO NOT spray cleaning chemicals or insect sprays directly on or near the
Alarm. DO NOT paint over the Alarm. Doing so may permanently damage the
Alarm.

CHOOSING A REPLACEMENT BATTERY:

This CO Alarm requires two standard AA batteries. The following batteries are
acceptable as replacements: Energizer E91.

many local retail stores.

Actual battery service life depends on the Alarm and the environment in which
it is installed. All the batteries specified above are acceptable 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 war

ning”).

These batteries are available at

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CO

WHAT IS CO?

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

These fuels include: W
and propane.

Common appliances are often sources of CO. If they are not properly main­tained, are improperly ventilated, or malfunction, CO levels can rise quickly. CO
is a real danger now that homes are more energy efficient. “Air-tight” homes
with added insulation, sealed windows, and other weatherproofing can “trap”
CO inside.

ood, coal, char

coal, oil, natural gas, gasoline, ker

osene,

Fuel-burning appliances like: portable heater, gas or wood burning fireplace,
gas kitchen range or cooktop, gas clothes dryer.

Damaged or insufficient venting: corroded or disconnected water heater
vent pipe, leaking chimney pipe or flue, or cracked heat exchanger, blocked or
clogged chimney opening.

oper use of appliance/ device:

Impr

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.

The following conditions can result in transient CO situations:

Excessive spillage or r

1.
conditions such as:

• Wind direction and/or velocity, including high, gusty winds. Heavy air in

the 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

ent pipe connections vibrating loose fr

V

•

water heaters.

• Obstructions in or unconventional vent pipe designs which can amplify

the above situations.

Extended operation of unvented fuel bur

2.

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

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

These conditions ar
Since these conditions can come and go, they are also hard to recreate during
a CO investigation.

everse venting of fuel appliances caused by outdoor

e danger

operating a barbecue grill or vehicle in

om clothes dryers, fur

ning devices (range, oven, fir

ous because they can trap exhaust in your home.

naces, or

eplace).

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HOW CAN I PROTECT MY FAMILY FROM CO
POISONING?

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

A CO Alar

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

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

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nests for pr
corrosion, cracks, or separations. These conditions can prevent proper
air movement and cause backdrafting. Never “cap” or cover a chimney
in any way that would block air flow

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

• Make regular visual inspections of all fuel-burning appliances. Check
appliances 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 being burned completely and CO may be present. Keep the
blower door on the fur
available on all fuel-burning appliances. Make sure appliances are
vented to the outside. Do not grill or barbecue indoors, or in garages
or on scr

• Check for exhaust backflow from CO sources. Check the draft hood on
an operating fur
exchangers.

• Check the house or garage on the other side of shared wall.

• Keep windows and doors open slightly. If you suspect that CO is
escaping into your home, open a window or a door. Opening windows
and doors can significantly decr

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

e Carbon Monoxide levels become threatening for average,

m is not a substitute for proper maintenance of home appliances.

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

.

AC companies offer appliance inspections for a

nace closed. Use vents or fans when they are

een porches.

nace for a backdraft. Look for cracks on furnace heat

ease CO levels.

GENERAL LIMIT

This CO Alarm is intended for residential use. It is not intended for use in
industrial applications wher

equirements for Carbon Monoxide Alarms must be met. This device

(OSHA) r
is not intended to alert hearing impaired residents.

CO Alarms may not waken all individuals. If children or others do not readily
waken to the sound of the CO Alarm, or if ther
with mobility limitations, make sur
the event of an emergency.

This CO Alarm will not sense CO that does not reach the sensors. It will
only sense CO at the sensor
other obstructions may affect the rate at which CO reaches the sensors.

CO Alarms may not be heard. The alarm horn loudness meets or exceeds
current UL standards of 85 dB at 10 feet (3 meters). However, if the CO Alarm
is installed outside the bedr
who has recently used drugs or has been drinking alcoholic beverages. This
is especially true if the door is closed or only partly open. Even persons who

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
other appliances may also prevent alert persons from hearing the alarm horn.
This CO Alarm is not intended for people who ar

This CO Alar

warns against increasing CO levels, BRK Brands, Inc. does not warrant or
imply in any way that they will pr
still insur

This CO Alar

Alarm has limitations. It can only detect CO that reaches the sensors. It may
not give early war
away from the alarm device.

This CO Alar

parts have passed many stringent tests and ar
possible, any of these parts could fail at any time. Ther
device weekly. The unit should be replaced immediately if it is not operating
properly.

m is not a substitute for life insurance.

e their lives.

m is not foolproof.

m has a limited life.

ATIONS OF CO ALARMS

e Occupational Safety and Health Administration

e that someone is assigned to assist them in

. CO may be present in other areas. Doors or

oom, it may not wake up a sound sleeper or one

otect lives. Homeowners and renters must

Like all other electr

ning if the source of CO is in a remote part of the home,

Although this CO Alarm and all of its

e are infants or family members

e hearing impaired.

Though this CO Alarm

onic devices, this CO

e designed to be as reliable as

efore, you must test this

REGULATORY INFORMATION FOR CO ALARMS

REGULATORY INFORMATION FOR CO ALARMS

WHAT LEVELS OF CO CAUSE AN ALARM?

Underwriters Laboratories Inc. Standard UL2034 requires residential CO
Alarms to sound when exposed to levels of CO and exposure times as
described below. They are measured in parts per million (ppm) of CO over
time (in minutes).

UL2034 Required Alarm Points*:

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

4 and 15 MINUTES.

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

10 and 50 MINUTES.

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

60 and 240 MINUTES.

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

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

CO Alarms are designed to alarm before there is an immediate life threat.
Since you cannot see or smell CO, never assume it’s not present.

An exposur

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

An exposur

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

Standards: Underwriters Laboratories Inc. Single and Multiple Station carbon
monoxide alarms UL2034.

Accor
monoxide alarms covered by these requirements are intended to respond to
the pr
exhaust from internal-combustion engines, abnormal operation of fuel-fired
appliances, and fireplaces. CO Alarms are intended to alarm at carbon
monoxide levels below those that could cause a loss of ability to r
dangers of Carbon Monoxide exposure.” This CO Alarm monitors the air at the
Alarm, and is designed to alarm before CO levels become life threatening. This
allows you precious time to leave the house and correct the problem. This is
only possible if Alarms ar
this manual.

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

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

e to 100 ppm of CO for 20 minutes may not af

e to 400 ppm of CO may cause headaches in average, healthy

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

esence of carbon monoxide fr

e located, installed, and maintained as described in

om sources such as, but not limited to,

fect average,

eact to the

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

If your Alarm does this... It means... You should...

een light is OFF. Unit will not alarm when you

Gr

ess the Test/Silence button.

pr

Red light flashes ON, once a minute (hor

n “chirps” once a minute. Low battery warning. Battery is low or missing. Replace the battery. Avoid interrupting AC power.

The hor

Once a minute, the alarm sounds 3 quick “chirps”,
and the Red light flashes quickly thr

The horn sounds constantly with no pattern and
cannot be silenced.

Alarm goes back into alarm after you pressed the
Test/Silence button.

Alarm sounds fr
of CO are revealed in an investigation.

*For a list of acceptable replacement batteries, see “Regular Maintenance.”
If you have any questions that cannot be answer

equently even though no high levels

n is silent).

ee times.

Unit may not be r

Alarm is not r
battery back-up.

MALFUNCTION SIGNAL. Unit needs to be r
Based on self-diagnostic tests, the unit has detected a
fault or the Alarm has reached its end-of-life, 5 years.

Unit malfunction. Unit needs to be replaced. Units under warranty should be returned to

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

The Alarm may be impr
“Where to Install This Alarm.”

eading this manual, call Consumer Affairs: 1-800-323-9005.

ed by r

eceiving any power. Check the AC power supply. Make sure fresh

eceiving AC power.

operly located. Refer to

Unit is operating on

eplaced.

batteries ar

Check the AC power supply

Units under warranty should be r
manufactur
Warranty” for details.

manufactur
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how to respond to an alarm. If anyone is feeling ill,
EV

Relocate your alarm. If fr
have home rechecked for potential problems. You
may be experiencing an intermittent CO pr

e installed to power the battery back-

.

er for replacement. See “Limited

er for replacement. See “Limited

arranty” for details.

ACUATE your home immediately and call 911.

eturned to

equent alarms continue,

oblem.

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
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.

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
applicable law, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in duration to the duration of the above warranty. Some states,
provinces or jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the
above limitations or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state or
province to province.

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

7:30 AM - 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
to battery.

For your records, please record:

Date Purchased: _______________________________

Where Purchased: ____________________________________________

Date Installed: ____________/____________Month/Year

Replacement date is five years after installation:__________/__________

NOTE: End of Life Signal — Once the unit r
lifecycle, the MALFUNCTION SIGNAL will sound once a minute to
indicate the need to immediately replace the Alarm.

eaches the end of its

Month/Year

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

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