Kidde COQ1 Owner's Manual
Owner’s
Manual
Thank you for purchasing a Firex carbon monoxide alarm.
It is an important component of your home security system.
Please read this booklet thoroughly. The more familiar
you are with the information it contains, the easier you will
find it to install, operate, and maintain your carbon monoxide
alarm properly. This ultimately means greater security
and peace of mind for you and your family.
The Maple Chase Company
2 The Dangers of Carbon Monoxide (CO)
2 CO Alarm Features
3 Where to Install Your CO Alarm
4 How to Install Your CO Alarm
5 How to Operate Your CO Alarm
6 What to Do If Your Alarm Sounds
6 Maintenance and Cleaning
6 Troubleshooting
7 Symptoms of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
7 Conditions That Can Cause CO Levels to
Change
7 Home Safety Tips
8 Warranty Information
Table Of Contents
Model COQ1
110-934
120V AC
Powered Plug-In
Carbon Monoxide
(CO) Alarm
2
The Dangers of Carbon Monoxide
Carbon Monoxide (CO) is a toxic gas. It cannot be seen, felt, tasted, or smelled. The
effects of CO poisoning can cause household members to become extremely ill or
even cause death. Due to damage, poor maintenance, or defects, many
appliances like furnaces, ovens, fireplaces, kerosene heaters, and grills may silently
emit CO. Advanced warning of CO poisoning is only possible if you install and maintain a CO detection device.
The amount of CO in the air is measured in parts per million (ppm). Carbon
monoxide occurs when fuel burns without sufficient oxygen (incomplete
combustion). This type of malfunction can happen to any fuel-burning appliance at
any time. Many fireplace chimneys, for example, can become filled with leaves during
the fall season. If enough leaves, dirt, and soot are accumulated in the chimney,
proper ventilation will be interrupted. This can cause a backdraft of CO into the
home. The result can be fatal. With proper maintenance and cleaning, however, the
potential for CO build up can be reduced.
Carbon monoxide poisoning is a serious issue. Many families suffer daily, and over
one thousand lives are lost each year because of this deadly household gas. With
proper maintenance and care, this CO alarm can give family members advanced
warning to CO emissions. Please read this manual thoroughly to learn how to properly install, operate, clean, and repair your CO alarm, and for important safety tips to
safeguard your family from deadly CO poisoning.
The following symbols identify the most important safety messages in this manual.
When you see this symbol, be aware that if the message is ignored, the hazard WILL
result in SEVERE bodily injury or death.
When you see this symbol, be aware that if the message is ignored, the hazard CAN
cause SEVERE bodily injury or death.
When you see this symbol, be aware that if the message is ignored, the hazard CAN
or WILL cause MINOR bodily injury.
BE AWARE OF COMMON SOURCES OF CARBON MONOXIDE. Common
sources of carbon monoxide are furnaces, heating devices, water heaters, gas
stoves, kerosene heaters, fireplaces, barbecues used indoors, running motors
or engines in attached garages, and gasoline powered devices such as generators or pumps used in emergency situations. Be aware of the proper uses for
each device. Have these devices serviced and cleaned regularly. Use common
sense, and follow safety and hazard instructions carefully whenever using any
of these devices.
Individuals with medical problems may consider using warning devices which provide
audible and visual signals for carbon monoxide concentrations under 30 ppm.
CO Alarm Features
• 90° rotatable plug—allows flexible horizontal and vertical outlet installation.
• Large test/reset button—easy to use.
• Three level light and sound alarm system—you always know if:
1. Your system is operating properly.
2. Your system requires immediate replacement.
3. CO levels are at dangerous alarm levels.
• Electrical Rating: 120V AC, 60Hz, 0.05 amps
CAUTION
!
WARNING
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DANGER
!
WARNING
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WARNING
!
3
CO Alarm Features cont.
This CO alarm is designed to detect carbon monoxide gas from
any source of combustion. It is NOT designed to detect smoke, fire, or any
other type of gas. If this CO alarm sounds its alarm horn, DO NOT assume that
it is a false alarm. The alarm horn requires your immediate action.
This product is intended for use in ordinary indoor locations of family living
units. It is not designed to measure compliance with Occupational Safety and
Health Administration (OSHA) commercial or industrial standards.
Where to Install Your CO Alarm
Carbon monoxide gas can be anywhere and everywhere. CO gas is equal to or
slightly lighter than air, and disperses evenly with the air in a room. Therefore,
install this CO alarm where air circulation is best. DO NOT mount the CO alarm
within 1 foot of the ceiling/wall or wall/wall intersection, or other “dead air”
spaces.
Since most CO fatalities occur while families are sleeping, we recommend that you install
at least one CO alarm in the hallway outside each separate sleeping area and one inside
each bedroom or sleeping area.
We also recommend that you install a CO alarm on every separate living level of the home
where household members frequently spend time, as well as in the basement.
See Figures 1, 2, and 3 for typical CO alarm locations within the home.
This alarm will only indicate the presence of carbon monoxide gas at the sensor.
Carbon monoxide gas may be present in other areas.
DO NOT Install CO alarms:
• Near bathrooms or in shower areas. Steam and aerosol sprays can
disable the alarm.
• In closets, crawlspaces, unused attics, or unheated areas
where surrounding air temperatures may go below 40°F (4.4°C) or above
100°F (37.8°C).
• Within five feet of any fuel-burning appliance (stove, kerosene heater, fur-
nace, fireplace, etc.).
• Within one foot of any wall, corner, or other “dead air” spaces.
• In rooms where chemicals or cleaning supplies are frequently used (paint,
hair spray, thinner, etc.). Allow plenty of ventilation in rooms where chemicals are
used.
• Directly above a sink, bathtub or basin.
• Directly above or below air exchange or heating vents.
• Behind drapes, furniture, or appliances that could block air flow to the
CO alarm.
CAUTION
!
WARNING
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WARNING
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WARNING
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WARNING
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BEDROOM
single story
BEDROOM
BEDROOM
BATH
BASEMENT
FURNACE
ROOM
FIGURE 1
LIVING
ROOM
FURNACE
ROOM
two story
BEDROOM
BEDROOM
LIVED-IN ATTIC
BATH
BASEMENT
split level
BEDROOM
FAMILY / GREAT ROOM
BATH
BATH
LIVING
ROOM
UTILITY
ROOM
BASEMENT
FIGURE 2 FIGURE 3
Key
CO alarm locations
KITCHEN
KITCHEN
4
This unit cannot be used in recreational vehicle applications.
How to Install Your CO Alarm
Once you have decided the best place to install the CO alarm(s), follow
these steps:
1. Locate a standard household electrical outlet that is not blocked by drapes,
furniture, or other items. Be sure the outlet is not near air exchange vents.
This CO alarm is designed to plug directly into a standard 120 VAC, 60 Hz
household outlet, which can supply at least 0.05 Amp of current.
DO NOT INSTALL IN A WALL SWITCH-CONTROLLED OUTLET.
2. IMPORTANT: Your CO alarm will mount to a horizontally or vertically oriented
outlet (see Figure 4). Rotate the 90° rotating plug for the correct outlet
orientation before plugging into outlet (see Figure 5). CO alarm must be installed
and used so that it hangs vertically once in outlet.
3. Plug the CO alarm directly into the chosen electrical outlet. The ON light will remain lit
indicating the CO alarm is receiving power and operating normally.
4.
Press the test/reset button, (see Figure 6). The alarm should sound a short tone. Once
the button is released, the CO alarm will go through its test cycle turning on the amber
service light and flashing the alarm light. The alarm will beep four times followed by 5
seconds of silence and then repeat the cycle.
5. Your CO alarm has an Alarm Action Guide in English installed on the back of the
alarm. If you prefer, the enclosed Spanish version can be installed by removing the
English version and inserting the Spanish version in the slide-out panel. If your unit
has Spanish labels included, simply place the labels over the English version.
6. Two self-adhesive labels have been provided with instructions indicating what to do if
the alarm sounds. Add the phone numbers of your emergency services provider and
a qualified technician to each label. Place one of the labels in a visible area next to the
alarm, and place the other label near a source of fresh air which will be used as a
gathering place if the alarm sounds.
UNIT WILL NOT OPERATE DURING POWER FAILURE.
DO NOT use with extension cords, or attempt to hardwire this unit directly to the
household electrical current. The CO alarm WILL NOT work properly and this will
void your warranty.
FIGURE 5
FIGURE 6
WARNING
!
WARNING
!
FIGURE
4
NOTE: Your CO alarm must always
be aligned and used in the vertical
position once in the outlet, as
shown above.
WARNING
!
WARNING
!
WARNING
!
TEST/RESET
BUTTON
Rotatable PlugRotatable Plug
(rear view)
5
How to Operate Your CO Alarm
This carbon monoxide alarm has been evaluated by UL and meets 2034 UL
requirements.
This CO alarm has a three light and sound alarm system:
On
Green indicator constantly ON indicates unit is operating normally.
Service Amber colored indicator and alarm horn beeping every thirty seconds
indicates unit fault. Press and release the Test/Reset button. If the
alarm returns to displaying the service signal, the CO alarm is not operating properly. REPLACE THE CO ALARM IMMEDIATELY. SEE THE
WARRANTY INFORMATION AT THE END OF THIS MANUAL.
Alarm Red colored indicator flashes and alarm horn sounds four fast beeps
and then is quiet for 5 seconds.
When the CO concentration builds to a level that is equal to 70 ppm or greater for
the duration identified within the standard, the following will occur:
• The alarm light and sound signals will activate. See the “What To Do If Your Alarm
Sounds” section of this manual for important action steps to be taken.
• If you wish to press the Test/Reset button during this time, the alarm will become
quiet for approximately four minutes. The alarm signals will be reenergized within 4
minutes from the time the reset button is pressed if the concentration of carbon
monoxide surrounding the alarm remains at 70 ppm or greater.
• The alarm will remain silent if the CO concentration has decreased below the alarm
level of the standard. See “What To Do If Your Alarm Sounds” section of this manual for important action steps to be taken.
• The alarm will continue for as long as the condition exists.
The alarm will not permanently end its alarm mode until the concentration of CO has
been reduced to a safe level.
Test Your CO Alarm Weekly
Press the Test/Reset button and note the alarm sound. Release the Test/Reset
button and note that the LED indicators flash the proper test sequence as described
in “How to Install Your CO Alarm.” If the alarm does not beep while depressing the
Test/Reset button or exhibit the correct LED test sequence, immediately return the CO
alarm to Maple Chase for repair or replacement. See the warranty information at the end
of this manual. Do not attempt to repair the unit yourself as this will potentially cause
damage and void the warranty.
(Power on/ operating)
ON SERVICE ALARM
FIGURE
7
(Problem with Alarm)
(Dangerous CO levels)
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