First Alert KV-T29SN81 CO410 User Manual

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SER’S MANUAL

INTRODUCTION

BASIC SAFETY INFORMATION

BATTERY OPERATED CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM

WITH DIGITAL DISPLAY AND SILENCE FEATURE

rinted in Mexico

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This user’s manual contains important information about your Carbon Monoxide (CO) Alarm’s operation. If you are installing this CO Alarm for use

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

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MPORTANT!

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND SAVE.

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STANDARD

odel CO410

TABLE OF CONTENTS

duction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Intro

asic Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

B How Your CO Alarm Wo

Understanding Your CO Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

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

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3

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

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

How to Install Your CO Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

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

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

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

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

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

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

What You Need To Know About CO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5

What is CO? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Symptoms of CO Poisoning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

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

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

Potential Sour

Underwriters Laboratories Inc. UL2034 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

General Limitations Of CO Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

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

ttention to these items.

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

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carbon monoxide from ANY source of combustion. It is NOT designed to detect smoke, fire, or any other gas.

• This CO Alarm is approved for use in single-family residences. t is NOT designed for marine use.

This CO Alarm will only indicate the presence of carbon monoxide gas

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

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

•

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

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

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

If Your CO Alarm Sounds” for more information. Failure to do so

“ can result in injury or death.

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

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

roperly, it cannot alert you to a problem.

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

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living units. It is not designed to measur with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) commer-

ial or industrial standards. Individuals with medical conditions that

c may 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 information on carbon monoxide and your medical condition contact your

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physician.

CO levels in compliance

HOW YOUR CO ALARM WORKS

GENERAL INFORMATION

• This Co Alarm does not operate without working batteries. Removing

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

• High temperatures, low temperatures, high humidity, impact or

dropping can adversely affect LCD displays.

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

This carbon monoxide alarm features a permanently installed sensor, three colored indicator lights, and an 85 dB alarm horn. It also has a silence feature to temporarily quiet the alarm horn.

THE PARTS OF YOUR CO ALARM

1 Open door here 2 Test/Silence Button 3 POWER/ALARM Light (Green/Red) 4 Battery Compartment

5 (Behind Cover) Alarm Horn: 85dB

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

6 Peak Level Button

Digital Display

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UGGESTED AREAS FOR INSTALLING ADDITIONAL CO ALARMS

EDROOM

HALL

LIVING ROOM

ITCHEN

BASEMENT

EDROOM

REQUIRED TO MEET NFPA RECOMMENDATIONS

NDERSTANDING YOUR CO ALARM

ights blink when batteries are first connected.

IGITAL DISPLAY: All segments are turned on for a

D short time upon initial power. Then the battery level

con is displayed.

ALARM RECEIVING BATTERY POWER

reen light flashes every minute. Horn is silent.

IGITAL DISPLAY: Battery icon will show a full or almost

D full icon. Battery icon flashes every two seconds.

In standby mode Display will only flash battery icon (will not show 0).

LOW BATTERY WARNING

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

he batteries as soon as possible.

IGITAL DISPLAY: Battery icon will show either 1 bar or

n empty icon.

LOW BATTERY SILENCE

he LED is Green and the horn is silent.

IGITAL DISPLAY: “bat” and “SILENCE” are displayed.

URING TESTING

ight flashes Red in sync with the horn pattern (4 beeps, pause, 4 beeps)

L simulating a CO Alarm condition.

L DISPLAY: During the

IGITA

D simulated CO alarm, “CO” is displayed along with a full alarm

evel. Several ppm CO levels are

lso displayed and the alarm level

a is shown incre

O ALARM

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

nd horn sounds loudly (repeating 4beeps, pause).See “If Your CO Alarm

a Sounds” for details. During an alarm, move everyone to a source of fresh

air. DO NOT move the CO Alarm!

DIGITAL DISPLAY: the ppm number, a full level, and “EVACUATE”.

asing.

“CO” alternating with

CO ALARM REQUIRES SERVICE (MALFUNCTION SIGNAL)

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

DIGITAL DISPLAY: “Err” is displayed.

CO ALARM END OF LIFE

The LED flashes Green 5 times in sync with 5 chirps every minute. CO Alarm needs to be replaced.

DIGITAL DISPLAY: “End” is displayed.

USING THE PEAK CO MEMORY

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

To check CO Memory:

Press the Peak Level Button until the peak CO

1. level is displayed.

o clear CO Memor

1. Automatically resets after 24 hours.

2a. While checking CO memory, press or hold the

Peak Level Button until “CLEAR” is displayed.

ess or hold the Peak Level Button until the CO

Memory is clear

3. Remove the batteries.

NOTE: The highest CO level will be saved for 24 hours. DO NOT clear the CO Memory r Clear the CO Memory reading only after the investigator has checked your home. If the investigator will not arrive within the 24 hour time period befor the unit automatically resets, be sure to write down the peak level.

ed.

eading if you plan to call someone to investigate a CO pr

oblem!

INSTALLATION

WHERE TO INSTALL CO ALARMS

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

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

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

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

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

t BOTH ends of the hallway.

In a Single-level Home:

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

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

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n a Multi-level Home:

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

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

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

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

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

In a Mobile Home:

• Install CO Alarms on inside walls ONLY. Uninsulated outside walls and

roofs of mobile homes often transfer heat and cold from outdoors.

WHERE CO ALARMS SHOULD NOT BE INSTALLED

DO NOT locate this CO Alarm:

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

greasy areas.

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

source, or fuel burning appliances like a water heater.

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

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

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

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

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

In turbulent air, like near ceiling fans, heat vents, air conditioners, fr

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

• In direct sunlight.

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

eas may not be hear

ar This CO Alarm alone is not a suitable substitute for complete

• detection systems in places which house many people, like hotels or dormitories, unless a CO Alarm is also placed in each unit.

• DO NOT use this CO Alarm in warehouses, industrial or commercial buildings, special-purpose non-r or airplanes. This CO Alarm is specifically designed for residential use, and may not pr applications.

eas include unconditioned crawl spaces, unfinished

d from inside individual family living units.

esidential buildings, R

Vs, boats,

ovide adequate protection in non-residential

esh air

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HOW TO INSTALL YOUR CO ALARM

3.875 inches

Read “Where To Install CO Alarms” before starting. Before you start installation,

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

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

g label near the CO Alarm, and the other label in the “fresh air” location you

lan to go if the alarm sounds.

find the pair of self-adhesive labels included

INSTALLING THE AA BATTERIES

. Flip the battery door down to open.

. Install both AA batteries

(included) inside the battery compartment as indicated.

ake sure the “+” and “–”

M ends of each battery are aligned properly.

3. Close the battery door.

TO MOUNT ON THE WALL

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

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

(102 mm) from where the wall meets the ceiling.

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

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

he diagram below.

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

. Insert the plastic screw anchors into the mounting holes until they are

flush with the wall. If necessary, tap them gently with a hammer.

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

away from the wall.

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

6. S

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

lathead screwdriver, hammer.

IF YOUR CO ALARM SOUNDS

Actuation of your CO Alarm indicates the presence of carbon monoxide (CO) which can kill you. In other words, when your CO Alarm sounds, you must not ignore it!

IF THE ALARM SIGNAL 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:

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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 sour inspect for pr 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:

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ces of CO fr

oper operation of this equipment. If problems are identified

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

move everyone to a source of fresh air.

DO NOT disconnect the batteries fr

om fuel-burning equipment and appliances, and

“ALARM-MOVE TO FRESH AIR”

om the CO Alar

USING THE SILENCE FEATURE

The Silence Feature is for your convenience only and will not

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

c problem after any alarm. Failure to do so can result in injury or

eath.

d NEVER remove the batteries from your CO Alarm to silence the

•

horn. Use the silence feature. Removing the batteries removes

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

esponding to an alarm.

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

T horn while you correct the problem—it will not correct a CO problem. While

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

To Activate the Silence Feature:

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

P Once you activate the Silence Feature: the Silence cycle will last

pproximately 4 minutes.

OTE: After initial 4-minute Silence cycle, the CO Alarm re-evaluates present

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

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

Is silent for only 4 minutes, then

tarts sounding loudly—4 beeps,

s pause, 4 beeps, pause

f the CO Alarm...

emains silent after you pressed

R the Test/Silence button

SILENCING THE LOW BATTERY WARNING

This silence feature up to 8 hours without having to remove the batteries. Yo battery warn cover.

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

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

go into Test Mode and the low battery warning will resume (LED flashes and unit sounds “chirp” once a minute.)

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

can temporarily quiet the low battery warning “chirp” for

ing “chirp” by pressing the Test/Silence button on the alarm

Press the Test/Silence button again. The unit will

SILENCING THE END OF LIFE SIGNAL

This silence feature can temporarily quiet the End of Life warning “chirp” for up to 2 days. You can silence the End of Life warning “chirp” by pressing the Test/Silence button. The horn will chirp, acknowledging that the End of Life feature has been activated.

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

This means...

CO levels are still potentially

angerous.

his means...

O levels are dropping.

u can silence the low

Replace the batteries as

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

Mounting Guide Template

2.5 inches (64 mm)

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TESTING & MAINTENANCE

WEEKLY TESTING

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

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

roperly, it cannot alert you to a problem.

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

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

esting, step away when horn starts sounding.

ou can test this CO Alarm by pressing the Test/Silence button on the Alarm

over until alarm sounds.

he alarm horn will sound: 4 beeps, a pause, then 4 beeps. The ALARM (RED)

T light will flash quickly. The alarm sequence should last 5-6 seconds. If it does

ot alarm, make sure fresh batteries are correctly installed, and test it again.

f the unit still does not alarm, replace it immediately.

f the alarm does not test properly:

. Make sure that fresh batteries are installed correctly.

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

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

eplacement batteries, see “Regular Maintenance.”

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

• If the CO Alarm is still not operating properly, and it is still under

arranty, please see "How to Obtain Warranty Service" in the Limited

arranty. Install a new CO Alarm immediately.

• NEVER use vehicle exhaust! Exhaust may cause permanent damage and voids your warranty.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CO

WHAT IS CO?

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

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

ypically do not produce CO.

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

and propane.

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

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

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

C homes with added insulation, sealed windows, and other weatherproofing can “trap” CO inside.

SYMPTOMS OF CO POISONING

hese symptoms are related to CO POISONING and should be discussed

ith ALL household members.

ild Exposure:

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

Medium Exposure:

hrobbing headache, drowsiness, confusion, fast heart rate.

Extreme Exposure:

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

C monoxide can cause brain damage, death.

ome individuals are more sensitive to CO than others, including people

S with cardiac or respiratory problems, infants, unborn babies, pregnant mothers, or elderly people can be more quickly and severely affected by

O. Members of sensitive populations should consult their doctors for

C advice on taking additional precautions.

REGULAR MAINTENANCE

o keep the CO Alarm in good working order:

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

• Vacuum the CO Alarm cover once a month, using the soft brush attachment. Never use water, cleaners, or solvents, since these may damage the unit. Test the CO Alarm again after vacuuming.

• Replace the batteries when the CO Alarm “chirps” about every minute (the low battery warning).

The low battery warning should last for 30 days, but you should replace the battery immediately to continue your protection.

Choosing a replacement battery:

This CO Alarm requires two standard AA batteries. The following batteries are acceptable as replacements: Energizer E91. These replacement batteries are commonly available at local retail stores.

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

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

Household cleaners, aerosol chemicals, and other contaminants can affect the sensor. When using any of these materials near the CO Alarm, make sure the room is well ventilated.

FINDING THE SOURCE OF CO AFTER AN ALARM

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

C to locate the source of CO after an alarm. These are a few of the factors that

an make it difficult to locate sourc

• House well ventilated before the investigator arrives.

• Problem caused by “backdrafting.”

• Transient CO problem caused by special circumstances. Because CO may dissipate by the time an investigator arrives, it may be

difficult to locate the source of CO.

to pay for any carbon monoxide investigation or service call.

es of CO:

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HOW CAN I PROTECT MY FAMILY?

A CO Alarm is an excellent means of protection. It monitors the air and sounds a loud alarm before carbon monoxide levels become threatening for average, healthy adults.

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

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

• Clean chimneys and flues yearly. Keep them free of debris, leaves, and nests for proper air flow. Also, have a professional check for rust and corrosion, cracks, or separations. These conditions can prevent proper air movement and cause backdrafting. Never “cap” or cover a chimney in any way that would block air flow.

est and maintain all fuel-burning equipment annually

• oil companies and HVAC companies offer appliance inspections for a nominal fee.

• Make regular visual inspections of all fuel-burning appliances. Check appliances for excessive rust and scaling. Also check the flame on the

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

bur fuel is not being burned completely and CO may be present. Keep the blower door on the furnace closed. Use vents or fans when they are available on all fuel-burning appliances. Make sure appliances are vented to the outside. Do not grill or barbecue indoors, or in garages or on scr porches.

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

Check the house or garage on the other side of shar

• Keep windows and doors open slightly

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

In addition, familiarize yourself with all enclosed materials. Read this manual in its entir CO Alarm sounds.

, and make sur

ety

. If you suspect that CO is escaping

e you understand what to do if your

. Many local gas or

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ed wall.

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POTENTIAL SOURCES OF CO IN THE HOME

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

as kitchen range or cooktop, gas clothes dryer.

g Damaged or insufficient venting: corroded or disconnected water heater

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

r clogged chimney opening.

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

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

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

be caused by outdoor conditions and other special circumstances.

UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES INC. UL2034

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

escribed below. They are

ime (in minutes).

UL2034 Required Alarm Points*:

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

This CO Alarm measures exposure to CO over time. It alarms if CO levels are extremely high in a short period of time, or if CO levels reach a certain minimum over a long period of time. The CO Alarm generally sounds an alarm before the onset of symptoms in average, healthy adults.

measured in parts per million (ppm) of CO over

he following conditions can result in transient CO situations:

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

conditions such as:

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

• he vent pipes (cold/humid air with extended periods between cycles).

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

Several appliances running at the same time competing for limited

• resh air.

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

ater heaters.

w Obstructions in or unconventional vent pipe designs which can amplify

•

the above situations.

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

fireplace).

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

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

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

ecreate during a CO investigation.

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

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

, victims may be aware that they are

exposure disoriented and can no longer re

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

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

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

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

Standards: Underwriters Laboratories Inc. Single and Multiple Station carbon 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 below those that could cause a loss of ability to react to the 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 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 alarm resistance to Methane (500 ppm), Butane (300 ppm), Heptane (500 ppm), Ethyl Acetate (200 ppm), Isopropyl Alcohol (200 ppm) and Carbon Dioxide (5000 ppm). Values measure gas and vapor concentrations in parts per million.

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

act well enough to exit the building or get

not feeling well, but become

GENERAL LIMITATIONS OF CO ALARMS

This CO Alarm is intended for residential use. It is not intended for use in industrial applications where Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) r must be met.

ms may not waken all individuals.

CO alar

waken to the sound of the CO alarm, or if there are infants or family members with mobility limitations, make sure that someone is assigned to assist them in the event of an emer

CO Alarms will not work without power. This alarm requires two standard AA batteries to operate.

CO Alarms for Solar or Wind Energy users and battery backup power systems:

sine wave inverters. Operating this Alarm with most battery-powered UPS (uninterruptible power supply) products or square wave or “quasi sine wave” inverters will damage the Alarm. If you ar UPS type, please consult with the manufacturer to verify.

This CO Alarm will not sense carbon monoxide that does not reach the sensor

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

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

r at night, we recommend you install a CO Alarm in each bedroom and in the hallway between them.

CO Alarms may not sense CO on another level of the home. For example, a CO Alarm on the second level, near the bedr basement. For this reason, one CO Alarm may not give adequate warning. Complete coverage is r home.

AC power

This CO Alarm will only sense CO at the sensor

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en or others do not r

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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 r is especially true if the door is closed or only partly open. Even persons who are awake may not hear the alarm horn if the sound is blocked by distance or closed doors. Noise from traffic, stereo, radio, television, air conditioner, or other appliances may also pr This CO Alarm is not intended for people who are hearing impaired.

CO Alarms are not a substitute for a smoke alarm. Although fire is a source of carbon monoxide, this CO Alarm does not sense smoke or fire. This CO Alarm senses CO that may be escaping unnoticed fr furnaces, appliances, or other sources. Early warning of fire requires the installation of smoke alarms.

CO Alarms are not a substitute for life insurance. Though these CO Alarms war in any way that they will protect lives from CO poisoning. Homeowners and renters must still insure their lives.

CO Alar

have passed many stringent tests and are designed to be as reliable as possible, any of these parts could fail at any time. Ther your CO Alarm weekly.

CO Alar

have limitations. They can only detect CO that reaches their sensors. They may not give early war remote part of the home, away from the CO Alarm.

ecently used drugs or has been drinking alcoholic beverages. This

n against incr

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

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he light continues to flash (GREEN) and the horn

chirps” once every minute.

“

The light flashes (GREEN) and the horn sounds

“chirps” every minute.

he light flashes (GREEN) and the horn sounds

“chirps” every minute.

O Alarm goes back into alarm 4 minutes after you

C press the Test/Silence button.

CO Alarm sounds frequently even though no high

evels of CO are revealed in an investigation.

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

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

ow battery warning. Install 2 new AA batteries

MALFUNCTION SIGNAL. Based on its Self Test

iagnostics, the unit has detected a malfunction.

he unit needs to be replaced.

ND OF LIFE SIGNAL.

O Alarm needs to be replaced.

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

The CO Alarm may be improperly located. Refer to

Where to Install CO Alarms.”

“

CO Alarms under warranty should be returned to

anufacturer for replacement. See “Limited

arranty” for details.

mmediately replace the CO Alarm.

POISONING, EVACUATE your home and call 911 or

he Fire Department. If not, press the Test/Silence

utton again and

Relocate your alarm. If frequent alarms continue,

ave home rechecked for potential CO problems.

h You may be experiencing an intermittent CO problem.

eep ventilating your home.

LIMITED WARRANTY

BRK Brands, Inc. ("BRK") the maker of BRK®brand and First Alert®brand products, warrants that for a period of seven years from the date of purchase, this product

ill be free fro

w 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

s 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

i 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:

7:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Central Standard Time, Monday through Friday. To assist in serving you, please have the model number and date of purchase available when calling. 25 Spur Drive, El Paso, TX 79906

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

m defects in material and workmanship. BRK, at its option, will repair or re

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,

place this product or any component of the pro

duct found to be defective

For your records, please record:

Date Purchased: _______________Where Purchased: ___________________

Date Installed: ____________/____________Month/Year

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

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

The alarm will also provide an audible End-of-Life Signal approximately 7 years after installation to r

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

_____________/____________Month/Year

emind you to replace the unit.

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