Kidde COQ6 Owner's Manual

120V AC Direct Wire

with 9V Battery Backup

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 the 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 Limited Warranty

Table Of Contents

Model COQ6

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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 30ppm.

CO Alarm Features

• 9V battery backup.

• Quick connect wiring harness for fast, easy installation.

• Square shape, easily distinguishes from smoke alarm.

• Large test/reset button—easy to use.

• Three level light and sound alarm system—you always know if:

1. AC power is applied to the unit.

2. Your alarm requires immediate replacement.

3. CO levels are dangerous.

• Electrical Rating: 120V AC, 60Hz, 0.05 amp

CAUTION

WARNING

DANGER

WARNING

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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

BEDROOM

single story

BEDROOM

BATH

BASEMENT

FURNACE

ROOM

FIGURE 1

LIVING ROOM

FURNACE

ROOM

two story

BEDROOM

LIVED-IN ATTIC

BATH

BASEMENT

split level

BEDROOM

FAMILY / GREAT ROOM

BATH

LIVING ROOM

UTILITY ROOM

BASEMENT

FIGURE 2 FIGURE 3

Key CO alarm locations

KITCHEN

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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:

ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD. Turn off power at the main fuse box or circuit breaker by removing the fuse or switching the circuit breaker to the OFF position.

Check local codes for specific mounting requirements in your area.

1. From back of CO alarm, slide mounting plate and lift

from base. See Figure 4.

2. Connect new 9-volt battery to battery connector inside

compartment and slide door closed snapping it into place.

New 9V battery comes from the factory installed backwards inside the battery compartment. Replace battery with Eveready 216, 522, 1222 or equivalent from your local retailer.

Align mounting plate with junction box mounting holes.

Gently pull household wires through center hole of mounting plate.

Secure mounting plate to junction box.

6. With a small wire connector, connect white wire from the CO alarm to white

household wire.

7. Connect black wire from the CO alarm

to the black household wire.

8. For interconnecting CO alarms only:

• Use #18 AWG minimum solid or stranded wire. When interconnecting, maximum wire length between any two is 1,500 feet for #18 AWG or 4,000 feet for #14 AWG (20 OHMS loop resistance.) See Figure 5.

• This CO alarm may be interconnected with as many as 11 other Firex CO alarms. DO NOT connect to any other type or model CO alarm or other device.

• Connect CO alarms to a single AC branch circuit. If local codes do not permit connection to a single AC branch circuit, be sure the neutral wire is common to all circuits used.

9. Align tabs on back of base with slots on side of mounting plate. Slide base down to lock into position. See Figure 6.

10. Turn power on at the main fuse box or circuit breaker. The CO alarm will flash the red LED and emit a short beep during its power-up cycle. The green POWER light will stay on as long as the CO alarm is receiving AC power.

FIGURE 5

WARNING

CAUTION

FIGURE 4

FIGURE 6

WHITE BLUE BLACK

BLUE

WHITE

BLACK

WHITE

BLACK

TO 120 VAC (HOT)

TO NEUTRAL

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How to Install Your CO Alarm cont.

11. Firmly PRESS AND RELEASE THE RESET/TEST button. See Figure 7. The

alarm should sound a short tone. The amber SERVICE light will turn on, and the CO alarm will go through its test cycle. The red LED will flash, and the alarm will beep four times followed by 5 seconds of silence and then repeat the cycle. After the test cycle, amber SERVICE light will turn off, and the green POWER light will remain lighted which means that the CO alarm is operating properly.

12. If the alarm is interconnected to other CO alarms, press and hold the Reset/Test button until the red light turns on. Other interconnected alarms will also beep four times followed by 5 seconds of silence. The red ALARM light on other alarms will not light during this test.

13. 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.

How to Operate Your CO Alarm

This carbon monoxide alarm has been evaluated by UL and meets the applicable UL standards and requirements.

This CO alarm has a three light and sound alarm system:

Green colored indicator constantly ON indicates unit is receiving AC power.

Service Amber colored indicator flashing and alarm horn beeping every

thirty seconds indicates unit fault. Press and release the Test/Reset button. If the alarm returns to displaying the fault 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.

(Power on/ operating)

(Problem with Alarm)

(Dangerous CO levels)

FIGURE 7

PRESS IN, HOLD, AND RELEASE TO RESET AND/OR TEST.

ON SERVICE ALARM:

MOVE TO FRESH AIR

CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM

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