First Alert SCO7 User Manual

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USER’S MANUAL

COMBINATION CARBON MONOXIDE & SMOKE ALARM

eatures:

Separate sensors to detect smoke

• and CO; the two alarm systems

ork independently

w Voice with programmable location

• Separate audible and visual

•

nals to indicate alarm levels

sig of smoke or CO

Remote infrared Test/Silence and

•

ogramming

• Powered by two “AA” batteries

• Side access drawer for easy

attery replacement

MPORTANT! PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND SAVE.

This user’s manual contains important information about your Combination

arbon Monoxide & Smoke Alarm’s operation.If you are installing this

C Alarm for use by others, you must leave this manual—or a copy of it—with the end user.

rinted in Mexico

P M08-0048-005

TH VOICE & LOCATION AND

REMOTE CONTROLTEST/SILENCE

Q 06/06

Model SCO7

INTRODUCTION

IRE SAFETY TIPS

ollow safety rules and prevent hazardous situations: 1) Use smoking

terials properly. Never smoke in bed.2) Keep matches or lighters away

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

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

ele

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

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

table heaters and open flames,like candles, away from flammable

por

terials; 8) Don’t let rubbish accumulate.

eep alarms clean,and test them weekly.Replace alarms immediately if

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

ou 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

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

BASIC SAFETY INFORMATION

Dangers,Warnings, and Cautions alert you to important

• ting instructions or to potentially hazardous situations.

opera Pay special attention to these items.

This Smoke/CO Alarm is approved for use in single-family

•

idences. It is NOT designed for marine or RV use.

res

his combination Smoke/Carbon Monoxide Alarm has two separate

•

T alarms.The CO Alarm is not designed to detect fire or any other

It will only indicate the presence of carbon monoxide gas at

gas. the sensor. Carbon monoxide gas may be present in other areas. The Smoke Alarm will only indicate the presence of smoke that

ches the sensor.The Smoke Alarm is not designed to sense gas,

rea heat or flames.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

fety Informa tion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Basic Sa

tep By Step Guide to Programming This Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

What You Will See and Hear With This Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

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

Where to Install This Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

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

How to Instal l This Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

If Your Smoke/CO Alarm Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4

What To Do First–Identify The Type Of Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

If the CO Alarm Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

If the Smoke Alarm Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Using the Silence Fea tures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

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

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

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

tect My Family From CO Poisoning? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

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ulatory Information For Smoke/CO Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-6

Regulatory Information for CO Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Regulatory Information for Smoke Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-6

Recommended Locations for Smoke Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-6

About Smoke Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Special Compliance Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

General Limitations Of Smoke/CO Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

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

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r Affairs: (800) 323-9005 • www.firstalert.com

Consu

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Al including UL217 and are designed to detect particles of combustion. Smoke particles of varying number and size are produced in all fires.

materials rapidly and spread quickly. Sources of these fires may include

r burning in a wastebasket, or a grease fire in the kitchen.

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be burning in couches or bedding.

For maximum protection, use both types of Smoke Alarms on each level and in every bedroom of your home.

Ionization technology is generally more sensitive than photoelectric technology at detecting small particles, which tend to be produced

er amounts by flaming fires, which consume combustible

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oelectric technology is generally more sensitive than ionization

P technology at detecting large particles, which tend to be produced in

eater amounts by smoldering fires,which may smolder for hours

ting into flame. Sources of these fires may include cigarettes

arms conf

o regulatory requirements,

orm t

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

Removing the batteries for any reason, or failing to replace the

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

• NEVER ign

m respond can result in injury or death.

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

correct a problem. See "Using the Silence Features" for details. Always check your home for a potential problem after any alarm. Failure to do so can result in injury or death.

• 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.It is not designed to measure CO levels in compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) commercial or industrial standards.Individuals with medical conditions that 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 physician.

ore any alarm. See “If Your Smoke/CO Alarm Sounds” for

ore information on how to respond to an alarm. Failure to

STEP BY STEP GUIDE TO PROGRAMMING THIS ALARM

t Time and When Changing Batteries

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Action:

1. Insert batteries (2,A A batteries).

2.Press & Hold Test Button,or use y

our IR remote control’s channel or

me button, if you would like to

v program the location or change the location of the Alarm.Release button after Alarm responds.

.After you hear the location of

e y

w Press & Hold the Test Button or use your IR remote control’s channel or volume button.

Alarm has now been programmed for the location of your choice.

our

ailable locations: Basement Hallway Office

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e p

lacing the Alarm,

Child’s Bedroom Kitchen Utility Room Dining Room Living Room Family Room Master Bedroom Guest Bedroom No Location

Alarm Will Say:

“Welcome,First Alert Carbon

e and Smoke Alarm.”

ono

M “No location programmed”if first

“Kitchen”] location programmed” when changing batteries.

“ test button now.”

“To save location,press and hold t

est button after location is heard.” Alarm w below).

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oca

l If no location is chosen: “No location

ocation, example:

“[L

ct location, press and hold

o sele

k list of locations (see

l spea

ocation ,example: “Kit chen ”]

ion sa

ed.”

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WHATYOU WILL SEE AND HEAR WITH THIS ALARM

SUGGESTED AREAS FOR INSTALLING 

SMOKE ALARMS, CO ALARMS, AND COMBO UNITS

SMOKE ALARM WITH  SILENCE FEATURE

CO ALARMS

BOTH, OR COMBINATION  SMOKE/CO ALARMS

SMOKE ALARMS

EY:

Suggested locations are based on NFPA recommendations (NFPA 72  for Smoke Alarms and NFPA 720 for Carbon Monoxide Alarms). Always  refer to national and local codes  b

efore beginning any installation.

n new construction AC and AC/DC smoke alarms MUST

e interconnected to meet NFPA recommendations.

nder Normal Operations

Voice: Silent Power/Smoke LED: Flashes Green once a

orn:Silent

hen You Test the Alarm

oice:“Testing.”“Warning,evacuate smoke in [Location,example:

Kitchen”].Evacuate.”

“

Horn: 3 bee ps, pause, 3 bee ps, voice

ower/Smoke LED:Flashes Red

P CO LED: Off followed by

oice:“Warning,evacuate carbon monoxide in [Location, example:

“Kitchen”]. Evacuate.”

orn:

eps, pause, 4 beeps, voice

4 be

Power/Smoke LED: Off

O LED:Flashes Red

attery Becomes Low or is Missing

If B

Voice:

“Replace battery in [Location, example “Kitchen”].” Repeated every 5 hours

orn:chirps once a minute

ower/Smoke LED:Flashes approximately once a minute

O LED:Off

Alarm is Not Operating Properly

oice:“Detector error in [Location, example “Kitchen”], please see

nual.” Repeated every 5 hours

Horn: Three rapid chirps every minute

ower/Smoke LED:Flashes approximately once a minute

P CO LED: Off

Alarm Levels of CO are Detected

oice:

arning,evacuate carbon monoxide in [Location, example:

“W “Kitchen”]. Evacuate.”“

orn:

eps, pause, 4 beeps, voice

4 be

Power/Smoke LED: Off CO LED: Flashes Red

OTE:If unit goes into CO alarm,the regular 4 beeps-brief pause cycle will

repeat for four minutes.After four minutes,the pause will increase to one minute.

Smoke is Detected

“Warning, evacuate smoke in [Location,example: “Kitchen”].

Voice:

Evacuate.”

Horn: 3 bee ps, pause, 3 bee ps, voice Power/Smoke LED: Flashes Red CO LED: Off

Smoke Alarm is Silenced

Silent.

Voice: Horn: Off Power/Smoke LED: Flashes Red CO LED: Off

INSTALLATION

TO INSTALL THIS ALARM

WHE

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).

For CO Alarms, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recommends that a CO Alarm should be centrally located outside of each separate sleeping

ea i

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

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1 possi cannot be maintained,install the Alarm as far away as possible from the furnace or other fuel burning source. Installing the Alarm closer than 15 feet (4.6 meters) will not harm the Alarm,but may increase the frequency of unwanted alarms.

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• On every level of your home, including finished attics and basements.

• 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

mmediate vicinity of the bedrooms.For added protection, install

he i

n t

ers) away from the furnace or fuel burning heat source where

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t (4

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

, install combination Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarms:

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

install a unit at each end.

areas, where temperatures normally remain between 40˚ F and 100˚ F (4˚ C a

nd 3

8˚ C)

inute

O LED:Off

____ ppm.”

CO Alarm is Silenced

Voice: Horn: Off Power/Smoke LED: O ff CO LED: Flashes Red

Silent.

Recommended Placement

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

p wall/ceiling line.

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

nter as possible.

ce 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.

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

xide or smoke from reaching the Alarm.

Installing Smoke/CO Alarms in Mobile Homes

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

F area as possible.For more security, put one unit in each room.Many older

ile homes (especially those built before 1978) have little or no insulation.

mob If your mobile home is not well insulated,or if you are unsure of the amount

f insulation, it is important to install units on inside walls only.

WHERE THIS ALARM SHOULD NOT BE INSTALLED

o NOTlocate this Smoke/CO Alarm:

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

operate your TV,VCR, etc.

• In garages,furnace rooms,crawl spaces and unfinished attics.Avoid

extremely dusty, dir ty or greasy areas.

• Where combustion particles are produced.Combustion particles form

when something burns. Areas to avoid include poorly ventilated kitchens, garages, and furnace rooms. Keep units at least 20 feet (6 meters) from the sources of combustion particles (stove, furnace, water heater, space heater) if possible.In areas where a 20-foot (6 meter) distance is not possible – in modular, mobile,or smaller homes, for example – it is recommended the Smoke Alarm be placed as far from these fuel-burning sources as possible.The placement recommendations are intended to keep these Alarms at a reasonable distance from a fuel-burning source, and thus reduce “unwanted” alarms. Unwanted alarms can occur if a Smoke Alarm is placed directly next to a fuel-burning source.Ventilate these areas as much as possible.

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

kitchens.Air currents can draw cooking smoke into the smoke sensor and cause unwanted alarms.

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

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

• In direct sunlight.

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

•

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

t CO or smoke from reaching the sensors.

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I (38˚ C).These areas include non-airconditioned crawl spaces,unfinished

nsect infested areas. Insects can clog the openings to the sensing

n i

I chamber.

re temperature is colder than 40˚ F (4˚ C) or hotter than 100˚ F

eas w s, uninsulated or poorly insulated ceilings,porches, and garages.

“noise”can interfere with the sensor.

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

AVOIDING DEAD AIR SPACES

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

“ avoid dead air spaces, follow installation recommendations below.

On ceilings, install Smoke/CO Alarms as close to the center of the ceiling as possible.If this is not possible, install the Smoke/CO Alarm at least 4 inches (102 mm) from the wall or corner.

For wall mounting (if allowed by building codes),the top edge of Smoke/CO Alarms should be placed between 4 inches (102 mm) and 12 inches (305 mm) from the wall/ceiling line,below typical “dead air” spaces.

within 3 feet (0.9 meters) of the peak of the ceiling,measured horizontally. Ad e sloped or peaked ceilings.

ked, gabled, or cathedral ceiling,

n a pea

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

he ceiling's slope.Refer to NFPA 72 for details on requirements for

f t

tall first Smoke/CO Alarm

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W 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.

Tools 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

•

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 ound junction boxes can prevent smoke from reaching the sens-

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

i units are intended for installation over junction boxes.

You must install this device on the

ARTS OF THIS SMOKE/CO ALARM

Test/Silence Button and Remote

Control Sensor

2 Battery Compartment

Power/Smoke Alarm LED

CO Alarm LED

IF YOUR SMOKE/CO ALARM SOUNDS

WHAT TO DO FIRST–IDENTIFY THE TYPE OF ALARM

Type of Alarm

Carbon Monoxide (CO)

Smo

IF THE CO ALARM SOUNDS

ALARM-MOVE TO FRESH AIR ”

“

ou hear the CO alarm horn and the CO red light is flashing,

If y

move everyone to a source of fresh air.

O NOTremove the batteries!

What You See and Hear Voice:“Warning,evacuate carbon

orn:

H Power/Smoke LED: Off

O LED:Flashes Red

oice:“Warning,evacuate smoke in

orn:

H Power/Smoke LED: Flashes Red

O LED:Off

xide in [Location,

mono

xample: “ K it chen”]. Evacuate. ”

e “

____ ppm.”

eps, pause, 4 beeps, voice

4 be

ocation ,example: “Kit chen”].

[L Evacuate.”

eps, pause, 3 beeps, voice

3 be

If you want to lock the battery compartment, or lock the Smoke/CO

arm to the mounting bracket, please read the “Optional Locking

eatures” section in the “Programming Guide”attachment before you

F begin installation.

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

se 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

mou inside of the mounting slots (vertical and horizontal mounting).

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

ing holes.

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

outlines you traced.

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 they are flush with the ceiling or wall.

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

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

slots using the two screws provided.

8. Before attaching the Alarm to

the bracket,insert the two (2) AA batteries (included) into the battery compartment.Match the terminals on the end of the battery with the terminals on the unit.Match “+” to “+”and “-” to “-.” If the batteries are not fully inserted, the unit cannot receive battery power.

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

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

ing battery power.

The battery door will resist closing unless batteries are installed.This warns you the unit will not operate without batteries.

. Attach the Smoke/CO Alarm to the mounting

10. Test the Smoke/CO Alarm. See “Weekly

. Line up the guides on the alarm’s

ack

br base with the guides on the mounting bracket.

n guides are lined up, turn the base

W clockwise (right) until it snaps into place.

NOTE: Once the Smoke Alarm is snapped

o the mounting bracket, you can rotate

on the Smoke Alarm to adjust the alignment.

sting” for details.

ctuation of your CO Alarm indicates the presence of carbon monoxide

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

t not ignore it!

mus IF THE CO ALARM SIGNAL SOUNDS:

1. Operate the Test/Silence button. . Call your emergency services,fire department or 911. Write down the

umber of your local emergency service here:

n __________________________________________________________________

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,be en operating in an attached garage or adjacent to the residence.Write down the number of a qualified appliance technician here:

__________________________________________________________________

NOTE: A qualified appliance technician is defined as “a person,firm, corporation, or company that either in person or through a representative, is engaged in and responsible for the installation, testing, servicing, or replacement of heating, ventilation,air conditioning (HVAC) equipment,combustion appliances and equipment, and/or gas fireplaces or other decorative combustion equipment.”

AFTER AN ALARM

After the emergency responders arrive, the premises aired out, and your CO Alarm remains in its normal condition,you can check what the highest carbon monoxide level sensed was:

Action:

Press & Hold Test Button

2.Press & Hold Test Button,if you

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ld l

nsed.

f you would like to keep the

I highest level in memory, do not press anything.

o clear t

he highest level

Alarm Will Say:

ighest carbon monoxide level was

“ ___ ppm.Please see manual.”

“To clear highest carbon monoxide level, press and hold test button now.”

“Highest carbon monoxide level

”

clear

ll say nothing.

Alarm w

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IF THE SMOKE ALARM SOUNDS

ESPONDI N G TO AN ALARM

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

• f a potentially dangerous situation that requires your immediate

o attention. NEVER ignore any alarm. Ignoring the alarm may result in

njury or death.

i Never remove the batteries from a battery operated Smoke/CO Alarm

•

o stop an unwanted alarm (caused by cooking smoke, etc.).

t Removing batteries disables the alarm so it cannot sense smoke, and

oves your protection. Instead open a window or fan the smoke

rem

way from the unit.The alarm will reset automatically.

• If the unit alarms get everyone out of the house immediately.

HATTO DO IN CASE OF FIRE

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

• Get out of the house as quickly as possible.Don’t stop to get ressed or collect anything.

d 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 and windows closed,unless you must escape through them.

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

•

ake short, shallow breaths.

• Meet at your planned meeting place outside your home,

and do a head count to make sure everybody got out safely. Call the Fire Department as soon as possible from outside.

•

ive 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.S ee "General Limitations of Smoke/CO Al

arms" f

or details.

USING THE SILENCE FEATURES

ever remove the batteries to quiet an unwanted alarm. Removing the

atteries 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 situations.It will not correct a CO problem or extinguish a fire.

The Silence Feature can temporarily quiet an unwanted alarm for several minutes.You can silence this Smoke/CO Alarm two ways:

Manually: Press the Te st/Silence button on the alarm cover for at least

1. 3-5 seconds.

Using Your Remote Control: Standing no further than 20 feet (6 meters)

2. away from the Alarm, aim your IR remote at the Alarm and press the CHANNEL or VOLUME button for at least 3-5 seconds.

After the Test/Silence or remote control button is released,the Red LED blinks during the silence mode.

If the Alarm does not respond to your remote control,there may be an obstruction between you and the Alarm, you may be standing too far away,or your remote control may not be compatible.

When the Smoke Alarm is Silenced When the CO Alarm is Silenced

The Smoke Alarm will remain silent for up to 15 minutes, then return to normal operation.

If the smoke has not cleared–or continues to increase–the device will go back into alarm.

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

ter 4 minutes, if CO levels remain

Af potentially dangerous the horn will start sounding again.

SILENCIN G T HE L O W BATT ERY WARNING

This silence feature can temporarily quiet the low battery warning “chirp”for up to 8 hours.You can silence the low battery warning “chirp”two ways:

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

g Your Remote Control:

away from the Smoke/CO Alarm,aim your IR remote at the Alarm and

ss the CHANNELor VOLUME button for at least 3-5 seconds.

attery warning “chirp” silence feature is activated, the unit

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he l

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 w To deactivate this feature:

l aga

con resume (LED flashes and unit sounds “chirp”once a minute).

t opera

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in.The unit will go into Test Mode and the low battery warning will

ith

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Press the Test/Silence button or use your remote

ing no further than 20 feet (6 meters)

Replace the batteries as soon as possible;

out battery power!

WEEKLY TESTING

EVER use an open flame of any kind to test this unit.You might

•

ccidentally damage or set fire to the unit or to your home.The

lt-in test switch accurately tests the unit’s operation as required

bui

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

t may cause permanent damage and voids your warranty.

Exhaus DO NOTstand close to the Alarm when the horn is sounding.

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

ting, step away when horn starts sounding.

tes

t is important to test this unit every week to make sure it is working

operly. Using the test button is the recommended way to test this

pr Smoke/CO Alarm .

ou can test this Smoke/CO Alarm two ways:

1. Manually:

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Using Your Remote Control:Standing no further than

20 feet (6 meters) away from the Smoke/CO Alarm,aim

our IR remote at the Alarm and press the CHANNEL or

y V

If the Alarm does not respond to your remote control,there may be an

struction between you and the Alarm, you may be standing too far

way, or your remote control may not be compatible.

uring testing,you will see and hear the following sequence:

•

If the unit does not alarm,make sure the batteries are correctly installed,and

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

Press and hold the Test/Silence button on the

ver until Alarm Voicesays “Testing” (typically

conds).

OLUME button until Alarm

The Alarm Voicewill say “Testing.”The Hornwill sound 3 beeps,

ause, 3 beeps.The Alarm

p in [Location, example: “Kitchen”]. Evacuate.”The Power/Smoke LED

s Red and the CO LED will be Off.

flashe Next the Hornwill sound 4 beeps,pause,4 beeps.The Alarm Voice

will say “Warning,evacuate carbon monoxide in [Location, example:

”]. Evacuate.” The

“Kitchen

flashes Red.

LED

oicesays “Testing”.

oicewill say “Warning, evacuate smoke

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will be Of

f and the

REGULAR MAINTENANCE

This unit has been designed to be as maintenance-free as possible,but there are a few simple things you must do to keep it working properly.

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.

• 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 brush attachment.A can of clean compressed air (sold at computer or office supply stores) may also be used. Follow manufacturer instructions for use.Test the Smoke/CO Alarm.Never use water, cleaners or solvents since they may damage the unit.

• If the Smoke/CO Alarm becomes contaminated by excessive dirt, dust and/or grime,and cannot be cleaned to avoid unwanted alarms, replace the unit immediately.

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

sing a replacement battery:

Your Smoke/CO Alarm requires two standard AA batteries.The following batteries are acceptable as replacements: Eveready Energizer E91.

batteries are available at many local retail stores.

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

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Act ment in which it is installed.All the batteries specified above are acceptable replacement batteries for this unit.Re gardless of the manufacturer’s suggest-

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e “chirping” (the “low battery warning”).

To replace the batteries (without removing Alarm from the ceiling or wall):

1. Open the battery compartment.

. Press tabs Aand B as shown in the diagram .

ife,you MUST replace the battery immediately once the unit starts

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rt the new batteries,making sure they

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I snap completely into the battery compartment. Match the terminals on the ends of the

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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CO

AT 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

pically do not produce CO.

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

nd propane.

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

Com

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

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

ith added insulation, sealed windows, and other weatherproofing can “trap”

O inside.

SYMPTOMS OF CO POISONING

These symptoms are related to CO POISONING and should be discussed with ALLhousehold members.

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

edium Exposure:Throbbing headache,drowsiness, confusion,fast hear t rate.

treme Exposure:

Exposure to Carbon Monoxide can cause brain damage, death.

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

T 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

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

be tant? Because you need to be warned of a potential CO problem while you can still react in time.In many reported cases of CO exposure,victims may be

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

a longer react well enough to exit the building or get help. Also, young children and pets may be the first affected.The average healthy adult might not feel

y symptoms when the CO Alarm sounds. However, people with cardiac or

a respiratory problems,infants, unborn babies,pregnant mothers, or elderly people can be more quickly and severely affected by CO. If you experience

en mild symptoms of CO poisoning,consult your doctor immediately!

vulsions,unconsciousness, heart and lung failure.

Con

FINDING THE SOURCE OF CO AFTER AN ALARM

Carbon mono to 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:

• H

• 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.

xide is an odorless,invisible gas, which often makes it difficult

ouse well ventilated before the investigator arrives.

BRK Brands, Inc. shall not be obligated

POTENTIAL S OURCES OF CO IN THE HOME

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.

Improper use of appliance/device:

operating a barbecue grill or vehicle in an enclosed area (like a garage or

eened porch).

scr 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:

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

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

3. Te mperature 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 recreate duri

ions such as:

cond

•

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

• Several appliances running at the same time competing for limited

•

• Obstructions in or unconventional vent pipe designs which can amplify

ng a C

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

nd d

W the vent pipes (cold/humid air with extended periods between cycles).

fresh air.

t pipe connections vibrating loose from clothes dryers, furnaces, or

V water heaters.

the above situations.

tion.

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W CAN I PROTECT MY FAMILY FROM

CO POIS ONING?

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

lthy adults.

hea

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

o 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

osion,cracks, or separations.These conditions can prevent proper

corr

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

a in any way that would block air flow.

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

•

il companies and HVAC companies offer appliance inspections for

or o a nominal fee.

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

ppliances for excessive rust and scaling.Also check the flame on the

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

b fuel 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

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

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

een porches.

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.

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

•

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

•

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

n addition, familiarize yourself with all enclosed materials.Read this

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

manua CO Alarm sounds.

GULATORY INFORMATION FOR

RE SMOKE/CO ALARMS

REGULATORY INFORMATION FOR CO ALARMS

WHAT LEVELS OF CO CAUSE AN ALARM?

nderwriters Laboratories Inc. Standard UL2034 requires residential CO

U 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

ime (in minutes).

L2034 Required Alarm Points*:

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

4 and 15 MINUTES.

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

10 and 50 MINUTES.

• If the alarm is exposed to 70 ppm if CO, IT MUSTAL ARM 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.

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

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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).

RECOMMENDED LOCATIONS FOR SMOKE ALARMS

Installing Smoke Alarms in Single-Family Residences

T Alarm on every floor, in every sleeping area, and in every bedroom. In new construction, the Smoke Alarms must be AC powered and interconnected. Se

For additional coverage, it is recommended that you install a Smoke Alarm in a tures normally remain between 40˚ F (4˚ C) and 100˚ F (38˚ C).Make sure no door or other obstruction could keep smoke from reaching the Smoke Alarms.

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

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

is manual.

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tional Fire Protection Association (NFPA), recommends one Smoke

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More 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

•

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

ar install a unit at each end.

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 requirements in your area.

nterconnected for added protection.

NSTALLING SMOKE ALARMS IN MOBILE HOMES

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

F possible.For more security, put one unit in each room. Many older mobile homes (especially those built before 1978) have little or no insulation.If your mobile home is no important to install units on inside walls only. Smoke Alarms should be installed where temperatures normally remain between 40˚ F (4˚ C) and 100˚ F (38˚ C).

This equipment should be installed in accordance with NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) 72 and One Batterymarch Park, Quincy,MA 02269-9101. Additional local building

and regulatory codes may apply in your area.Always check compliance requirements before beginning any installation.

Standards: Underwriters Laboratories Inc. Single and Multiple Station Smoke

Alarms 217.

NFPA 72 (National Fire Code)

Smoke Alarms shall be installed in each separate sleeping room,outside each sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms and on each additional story of the family living unit,including basements and excluding crawl spaces and unfinished attics.

In new construction,Alarms shall be so arranged that operation of any one Alarm shall cause the operation of all Alarms within the dwelling.

Smoke Detection-Are More Smoke Alarms Desirable?

of Smoke Alarms might not provide reliable early warning protection for those areas separated by a door from the areas protected by the required Smoke Alarms. For this reason, it is recommended that the householder consider the use of additional Smoke Alarms for those areas for increased protection. The ad utility room, and hallways not protected by the required Smoke Alarms. The installation of Smoke Alarms in kitchens,attics (finished or unfinished),or garages is not normally recommended, as these locations occasionally experie

E equipment in all rooms and areas of the household as follows: ASmoke Alarm installed in each separate sleeping area (in the vicinity,but outside bedrooms), a kitchens,hallways,finished attics, furnace rooms, closets, utility and storage rooms, basements, and attached garages.

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

GENCY PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS

itional areas include the basement, bedrooms, dining room,furnace room,

ions that can result in improper operation.

nce cond

alifornia State Fire Marshal (CSFM)

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It is recommended AC or AC/DC units be

101. National Fire Protection Association,

n the living rooms, dining rooms,bedrooms,

Alarms i

The required number

ABOU

T SMOKE ALARMS

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

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

ele

e easy to install,and do not require professional installation.

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

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

smo

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

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

nstalled by a qualified electrician.

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

wer systems:

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

wered UPS (uninterruptible power supply) products or square wave or

quasi sine wave”inverters

“ your inverter or UPS type,please consult with the manufacturer to verify.

oke Alarms for the hearing impaired:

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

shou an audible alarm horn, and meet the requirements of the Americans With

isabilities Act. Can be interconnected so if one unit senses smoke,all units

larm.

oke alarms are not to be used with detector guardsunless the

combination has been evaluated and found suitable for that purpose.

l these Smoke Alarms are designed to provide early warning of fires if

Al located, installed and cared for as described in the user’s manual, and if

ke reaches the Alarm. If you are unsure which type of Smoke Alarm to

smo

nstall, refer the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standard 72

i (National Fire Alarm Code) and NFPA 101 (Life Safety Code). National Fire

rotection Association, One Batterymarch Park,Quincy, MA 02269-9101.

l building codes may also require specific units in new construction or

oca

L in different areas of the home.

PECIAL COMPLIANCE CONSIDERATIONS

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

T systems in places housing many people—like apartment buildings,

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

condom 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 buildings which require special fire detection and alarm systems. Depending on the building codes in your area, this unit may be used to provide additional protection in these facilities.

The 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 powered Smoke Alarms only. AC,AC/DC, or DC powered Smoke Alarms can be 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 codes, or consult your Fire Department for detailed fire protection requirements in buildings not defined as “households.”

1. Single-Family Residence:

Single family home, townhouse. It is recommended this unit be installed on every level of the home, in every bedroom, and in 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 requirements in common areas like lobbies,hallways, or porches. Using this unit in common areas may not provide sufficient warning to all residents or meet local fire protection ordinances/regulations.

3. Institutions:

Hospitals,day care facilities,long-term health care facilities.This unit is suitable for use in individual patient sleeping/resident rooms, provided a

mary fire detection system already exists to meet fire detection require-

pr ments in common areas like lobbies, hallways,or porches. Using this unit in common areas may not provide sufficient warning to all residents or meet

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use this Smoke/CO Alarm in warehouses,industrial or commercial

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D buildings,special-purpose non-residential buildings, RVs, boats, or airplanes.

is Smoke/CO Alarm is specifically designed for residential use, and may not

T provide adequate protection in non-residential applications.

C powered Smoke/CO Alarms should only be operated

ill damage the Alarm.If you are not sure about

cial purpose Smoke Alarms

Spe

ection ordinances/regulations.

otels:

ng houses and dormitories.This unit is suitable for use inside

llways,or porches. Using this unit in common areas may not

es/Commercial Buildings:

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GENERAL LIMITATIONS OF SMOKE/CO ALARMS

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

n industrial applications where Occupational Safety and Health Administration

i (OSHA) requirements for Carbon Monoxide Alarms must be met.The Smoke Alarm por d residents (CO Alarms are not yet available for the hearing impaired).

at least twice a year, making sure that everyone is involved – from kids to gr be do not readily waken to the sound of the Smoke/CO Alarm, or if there are i is assig recommended that you hold a fire drill while family members are sleeping in or sle an emergency.

work if the batteries are missing,disconnected or dead, if the wrong type of b w along a power line or at a power station,electrical fire that burns the electrical w i

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be present in other areas.Doors or other obstructions may affect the rate at w a Smoke Alarm, or separate CO Alarms and Smoke Alarms) in each bedroom a

This Smoke/CO Alarm may not sense smoke or CO on another level of the h

tion of this device is not intended to alert hearing impaired resi-

ents.Special purpose Smoke Alarms should be installed for hearing impaired

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

andparents.Allow children to master fire escape planning and practice

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

nfants or family members with mobility limitations, make sure that someone

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

der to determine their response to the sound of the Smoke/CO Alarm while

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

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

atteries are used,or if the batteries are not installed correctly. AC units cannot

ork if the AC power is cut off for any reason (open fuse or circuit breaker, failure ires, etc.).If you are concerned about the limitations of battery or AC power,

nstall both types of units.

his Smoke/CO Alarm will not sense smoke or CO that does not reach

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

hich CO or smoke reaches the sensors.If bedroom doors are usually closed

t night,we recommend you install an alarm device (Combination CO and nd in the hallway between them.

ome.

xample: This alarm device, installed on the second floor,may not

ke or CO in the basement. For this reason,one alarm device may

nse smo

not give adequate early warning.Recommended minimum protection is one

larm device in every sleeping area, every bedroom, and on every level of your

. Some experts recommend battery powered Smoke and CO Alarms be

home used in conjunction with interconnected AC powered Smoke Alarms.For

etails,see “About Smoke Alarms”for details.

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

xceeds current ULstandards of 85 dB at 10 feet (3 meters).However, if the

e Smoke/CO Alarm is installed outside the bedroom, it may not wake up a

nd sleeper or one who has recently used drugs or has been drinking

sou

lcoholic beverages. This is especially true if the door is closed or only partly

a open.Even persons who are awake may not hear the alarm horn if the sound

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

is b

elevision, air conditioner, or other appliances may also prevent alert persons

t from hearing the alarm horn.This Smoke/CO Alarm is not intended for people

ho are hearing impaired.

he Alarm may not have time to alarm before the fire itself causes

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

mmediately. Examples of this include persons smoking in bed,

the unit i

ldren playing with matches,or fires caused by violent explosions

chi resulting from escaping gas.

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

ke/CO Alarm warns against increasing CO levels or the presence of

Smo smoke,BRK Brands, Inc. does not warrant or imply in any way that they will protect lives. Homeowners and renters must still insure their lives.

his Smoke/CO Alarm has a limited life.

nd all of its parts have passed many stringent tests and are designed to be

a as reliable as possible, any of these parts could fail at any time.Therefore, you

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

t operating properly.

his Smoke/CO Alarm is not foolproof.Like all other electronic devices,this

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

he sensors. It may not give early warning of the source of smoke or CO is in a

emote part of the home,away from the alarm device.

hough this Smoke/CO Alarm

Alt

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

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

Horn "chirps" about once per minute; Voice: "Replace battery in [Location]" every 5 hours

Horn does three rapid "chirps" every minute; Voice: "Detector error in [Location, example "Kitchen"], please see manual" repeated every 5 hours; LED has 3 rapid flashes with "chirps".

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.” If 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)

Low battery warning. Install two new AA batteries*.

Device is not working properly, and needs to be replaced.

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

The CO Alarm may be improperly located. Refer to “Where to Install This Alarm”for details.

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

Units under warranty should be returned to manufacturer for replacement. See “Limited Warranty”for details.

POISONING, EVACUATE your home and call 911 or the Fire Department.Refer to "If The CO Alarm Sounds" for details.

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 remote control or manual button; clean the Alarm’s cover with a soft,clean cloth. If frequent unwanted alarms continue,relocate your Alarm.Alarm may be too close to a kitchen, cooking appliance, or steamy bathroom.

Though this

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

LIMITED WARRANTY

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

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

curr 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,

ovinces 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

pr 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

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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. 303 Nelson Avenue,Neosho, MO 64850-8806.

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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For your records,please record: Date Purchased: _________________ Where Purchased: ___________________________

equired,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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