Carbon Monoxide
TEST-RESET
PEAK LEVEL
Carbon Monoxide
ALARM
PARTS PER MILLION OF CO
(Lb = Low or No Battery)
Alarm
User’s Guide
Kidde CO Alarm with
Digital Display and Peak Level Memory
Model: KN-COPP-3, Assembly 900-0099
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For your convenience, write down the following
information. If you call our customer hotline,
these are the first questions you will be asked:
CO Alarm Model Number (located on back of alarm):
Date of Manufacture (located on the back of the alarm):
Date of Purchase:
Where Purchased:
CO Alarm Assembly Number (located on the back of the alarm)
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Part # 810-2508 Rev.A
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Attention: Please take a few minutes to thoroughly read this
manual, which should be saved for future reference and passed
on to any subsequent owner. If you have any questions about
the operation or installation of your alarm, please call our toll
free Consumer Hotline at 1-800-880-6788.
Table of Contents
About this User’s Guide 1
Introduction 1
Quick Set Up Guide 2
Part Three - Understanding the effectsof CO exposure
• Understand the effects of carbon monoxide exposure 12
Part Four - What to Do When the Alarms Sounds
• The common symptoms of CO poisoning 13
Part One - Your Kidde Carbon Monoxide (CO) Alarm:
• About your alarm (product illustrations) 3
• The unique features of this Kidde CO alarm 4
• What carbon monoxide alarms can and cannot do 4
• Where to install your CO alarm 5
• Where not
to install your CO alarm 5, 6
• How to install your alarm 6
• Battery installation and operation 7
• Normal operating characteristics 8
• How to test your alarm 8
• How to know if your alarm is malfunctioning 8
• How to care for your alarm 9
• The peak level memory button 9
Part Two - Carbon Monoxide - The Silent Killer
Part Five - Technical Information
• Product Specifications 14
• How the unit determines when to alarm 14
Part Six - Frequently Asked Questions 15
• Display readings and what they mean 17
Part Seven - Li-Ion Battery
• Li-ION battery handling and storing 19
Wall Mount Diagram 20
Limited Warranty
• Warranty and service Back Page
• What is carbon monoxide? 10
• What are the effects of CO exposure? 10
• Could your family be at risk from CO poisoning? 10
• Where does CO come from? 10
• What can you do to protect your family? 10
• Home safety tips 11
• Be aware of the warning signs of carbon monoxide 11
THIS CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM IS DESIGNED TO DETECT CARBON MONOXIDE FROM ANY SOURCE OF IMPROPER OR MALFUNCTIONING APPLIANCES. IT IS
NOT DESIGNED TO DETECT SMOKE, FIRE, OR ANY OTHER GAS.
WARNING: THIS CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR INSTALLING AND MAINTAINING AN APPROPRIATE NUMBER OF SMOKE ALARMS IN
YOUR HOME.
THIS CARBON MONOXIDE WILL NOT SENSE SMOKE, FIRE, OR ANY POISONOUS GAS OTHER THAN CARBON MONOXIDE. FOR THIS REASON YOU MUST
INSTALL SMOKE ALARMS TO PROVIDE EARLY WARNING OF FIRE AND TO PROTECT YOU AND YOUR FAMILY FROM FIRE AND ITS RELATED HAZARDS. NOT SUITABLE FOR INSTALLATION IN HAZARDOUS LOCATIONS AS DEFINED IN THE NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE.
DURING A POWER OUTAGE, UNIT WILL OPERATE FOR A PERIOD OF AT LEAST TWENTY HOURS ON A FULLY CHARGED KIDDE RECHARGEABLE BATTERY PACK.
WARNING: THIS PRODUCT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN ORDINARY INDOOR RESIDENTIAL AREAS. IT IS NOT DESIGNED TO MEASURE COMPLIANCE WITH COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL STANDARDS.
THE INSTALLATION OF THIS DEVICE SHOULD NOT BE USED AS A SUBSTITUTE FOR PROPER INSTALLATION, USE AND MAINTENANCE OF FUELBURNING APPLIANCES, INCLUDING APPROPRIATE VENTILATION AND EXHAUST SYSTEMS.
IMPORTANT
©KIDDE 1999, 2004
1394 South Third Street, Mebane, NC 27302
Consumer Hotline: 1-800-880-6788 www.kiddeUS.com
About this User’s Guide
Introduction
Notice we call this booklet a “User’s Guide” and not an
“Owner’s Manual.” This is because our intention is you use
this guide just as you will be using your Kidde CO alarm. Keep
the guide in a handy location and refer to it when you have
questions about your CO alarm, its functions and features, or
if you have questions about carbon monoxide. It will take
about an hour of your time, but it’s well worth it. Please read
it in the sequence presented. Reading this guide is the only
way to learn how to use your unit wisely and to know how to
react in the event of an alarm.
Part One
Your Kidde Carbon Monoxide Alarm, covers the unique
features of your Kidde carbon monoxide alarm, how and
where to install it, as well as information on testing and maintaining your unit.
Part Two
Carbon Monoxide - The Silent Killer, contains valuable
information about carbon monoxide (CO). From discovering
the most common sources of CO in your home to recognizing
the symptoms of CO poisoning, this section provides tips and
information that could help protect your family from carbon
monoxide poisoning.
Part Three
What You Should Know Before the Alarm Sounds, provides a common sense approach to understanding the difference between low level CO readings, high levels and emergency situations. This section also describes the effects of
exposure to CO levels over time and when your Kidde CO unit
will alarm.
Part Four
What to do When the Alarm Sounds, gives you step-by
step information on how to respond to the different alarm situations. Also covered is whom to call for help if you think you
have CO in your home.
Part Five
Technical Information, covers the technical specifications of
your Kidde CO alarm.
Part Six
Frequently Asked Questions, contains the most commonly
asked questions about our alarms. Part six was written by
Kidde customer service representatives who handle thousands of calls per month, year-round. This section provides you
with answers and tips that will most likely answer any questions you might have after reading this user’s guide.
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This Kidde carbon monoxide (CO) alarm is an important part
of your family’s home safety plan. Because CO alarms for the
home haven’t been available until recently, most people
haven’t had much experience using them. As a new owner of
a CO alarm, there are some basic facts you should know for
your protection and convenience.
Many people think that CO alarms operate like smoke alarms.
And in some basic ways, this is true. Like smoke alarms, CO
alarms monitor the air in your home and sound a loud alarm
to warn you of trouble.
But, the similarities end here. The way you respond to a CO
alarm is quite different than that of a smoke alarm. That’s
because a house fire and a carbon monoxide problem are two
distinctly different situations. If your smoke alarm were to
alarm, you would quickly be able to judge the level of danger
you were in (if any) with your five senses: you could see and
smell the smoke, you could feel the heat, you could see and
even hear the fire burning. You could also readily see if your
smoke alarm were alarming in a non-emergency situation, say
if someone smoked up the kitchen with some seriously burnt
toast. Because your sense of sight, smell, hearing and touch
give you so much information, you could almost instantly
judge what action to take if you heard your smoke alarm.
But now, what about a CO alarm? Carbon monoxide (CO) is
invisible, odorless, tasteless and non-irritating–completely
undetectable to your five senses. That’s why it’s so important
to your safety that you have a carbon monoxide alarm. But,
how do you know what to do if your unit alarms?
You have to learn what to do, because your five senses won’t
tell you. That’s why this user’s guide is so important. Please
take the time to read this guide from cover to cover, to familiarize yourself with the facts about carbon monoxide, how
your new unit works, and what to do if it alarms. Then, find
a handy place to keep the guide so it will be readily available
in the future when you have a question. You might want to
write down Kidde toll-free customer service number and keep
it with your other important phone numbers for the same
reason.
Thank you for making Kidde a part of your complete home
safety program. With proper installation and use, your new
Kidde CO alarm should provide you with years of dependable
service.
Quick Set Up Guide
We urge you to read this entire manual in the sequence it is presented.
But, if you only read one part of this guide initially, read this page!
Listed below are seven easy steps for setting up your Kidde CO alarm. Please read the entire guide for complete information.
Setting up your alarm for first time operation:
Step 1
Determine the best location for your CO alarm(s). Usually
this is in or near bedrooms. Refer to page 5 for complete
information.
Step 4
Plug the alarm into a standard, unswitched 120 volt AC
electric outlet in one of the configurations listed in step 2.
Refer to page 6 for more details.
Step 2
Your CO alarm is equipped to be mounted as a corded
unit, a direct plug unit or a table top unit. In the “as
shipped” configuration, the unit can be plugged directly
into a wall socket. (If your outlets are mounted horizontally, please refer to page 6, “to rotate adapter”). If the
transformer/adapter is taken out of the unit, the alarm
can be mounted on the wall at eye level, while the transformer is plugged into a wall socket. The unit can also be
set on a table if the support at the bottom of the unit is
pulled out (see “rear view” illustration on page 3). Refer
to page 6 for further information on installing your
alarm.
Step 3
A Kidde rechargeable battery pack is provided for backup
in the event of a power outage. To install the battery
pack, open the back door and align the connector with
the slot in the battery. Insure the orientation of the two
alignment ribs align with the slots in the battery case.
Press the connector in until it is fully seated. Depending
on the charge state of the battery pack (the battery packs
can have different amounts of energy stored in them due
to storage time), you may hear the alarm sound briefly to
indicate the alarm is receiving power. Place battery pack
into battery compartment and replace back door (refer to
page 3). Note: Battery backup will be limited until the
battery has fully charged. It may take up to 24 hours for
the battery back up to fully charge.
Step 5
If the battery pack has a full charge when first powered
up, you will see three eights in the digital display indicating the alarm is warming up. After approximately 20 seconds, the first reading will be displayed. The number on
the display should be “0”. If the battery pack is partially
charged,“Lb”(Low battery) will flash every second alternating with a “0” until the battery is charged. If this
occurs, see page 7 for complete information.
Step 6
Make sure the red dot in the digital display is blinking.
Then test the unit’s operation by pressing and releasing
the Test/ Reset button. Within 15 seconds you will hear 4
quick “chirps” -followed by 5 seconds of silence- followed
by 4 quick “chirps”. For complete testing information,
refer to page 8.
Step 7
While testing the alarm, have someone else check that
the alarm can be heard easily from the sleeping areas.
The alarm should be located where it can wake you if it
alarms at night. See page 5 for complete information on
the best locations for your alarm.
Caution: Continuous exposure to the loud 85 decibel
alarm at close range over an extended period of time may
cause hearing loss.
That’s it. Your Kidde CO alarm is now monitoring for the
presence of carbon monoxide.
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Part One – Your Kidde Carbon Monoxide Alarm
TEST-RESET
PEAK LEVEL
Carbon Monoxide
ALARM
PARTS PER MILLION OF CO
(Lb = Low or No Battery)
About Your CO Alarm
The number one feature that sets this Kidde model apart
from other alarms is its unique digital display that gives you
a continuous readout of CO levels from 30-999 parts per million. The digital display serves as an early warning of CO
presence. Additionally, the digital display gives you added
time to find the source of the CO and correct the problem,
limiting the risk of unrecognized long term exposure. Of
course, the loud 85 decibel alarm warns of higher levels.
Kidde is the only CO alarm that gives you the choice of a
direct-plug, a 6' power cord or table top unit all in one.
Depending on how or where you wish to mount your alarm,
you can get exactly what you need for a perfect application.
Kidde CO Alarm – front view
Digital
Display
Blinking
Test/Reset
Button
Red Dot
Peak Level
Button
Sounder
Alarm
Kidde CO Alarm – rear view
Adapter
Thumb
Release
Door “Latches”
at all four
corners of
back door
Cord
Recess
Table Top and Direct Plug Use
Removable
Adapter
Slide Support for
Rear view with back door removed
Power
Cord
Adapter
Cord Strain
Relief
Thumb Grip for
Back Door
Removal
(Slide Down)
Back Door
Key Holes
Kidde
Rechargeable
Backup Battery
(shown installed
in battery
compartment)
Note: Your Kidde CO alarm is NOT battery operated.
The rechargeable battery pack is to supply a short-term backup during a
power outage. In the event of a power outage, the rechargeable battery
pack will continue operating the alarm for at least 20 hours.
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Install Backup Battery
For correct installation,
refer to Step 3 in the
‘Quick Set Up Guide’
on page 2 and refer to
‘Battery Installation and
Operation’ on page 7.
Part One – Your Kidde Carbon Monoxide Alarm
The Unique Features of this Kidde CO Alarm
Digital Display
The continuous digital display shows you the level of carbon monoxide (if any) the unit
is sensing. The unit updates this reading every 15 seconds so you can watch levels rise
or fall.
Note: If the unit does not sense any CO, the reading is zero (0). In most homes, the
unit reads “0” all the time. A reading of “0” is expected under normal conditions, and
is good. The blinking dot after the number shows you the unit is operating.
Test/Reset Button
This button has three functions. First, this is the button you press when
you test the unit monthly (see page 8 for further details). Secondly, you
press this button if the unit alarms and you want to silence the alarm.
This will reset the unit and it will then again start monitoring for CO, if
CO concentration is above 70 ppm the alarm will again sound within 6
minutes. It’s also used when resetting the peak level memory. (See page
9).
Peak Level Button
By pressing this button, you can see the peak CO level recorded by the
alarm since it was last cleared or unplugged. This Kidde feature allows
you (or heating contractor or fireman) to see exactly how big a CO problem you have so you can react accordingly. (More on the peak level
memory feature on page 9).
Sensor
The sensor is a highly sensitive, electrochemical sensor that is CO-specific to help avoid false alarms. Turn to page 9 for more information on
how to care for and protect the alarm.
Sounder Alarm
This is the loud 85 decibel pulsing alarm that will sound to alert you to
a potential problem. Alarm condition is 4 quick “chirps” – followed by 5
seconds of silence – followed by 4 quick “chirps”. Repeat.
Caution: Continuous exposure to this sound level at close range over an
extended period of time may cause hearing loss. We recommend you
cover the sounder with your finger while testing. More on testing on
page 8.
What Carbon Monoxide Alarms Can and Cannot Do
CO alarms are designed to sense unacceptable levels of CO from malfunctioning furnaces, appliances, gas engines or other sources.
CO alarms provide early warning of the presence of carbon monoxide,
usually before a healthy adult would experience symptoms.
This early warning is possible, however, only if your Kidde CO alarm is
located, installed and maintained as described in this user’s guide.
This CO alarm is designed to act as a monitor, it is not designed for use
as a short-term testing device to perform a quick check for the presence of CO.
CO alarms have limitations. Like any other electronic device, CO alarms
are not fool-proof.
CO alarms have a limited operational life. You must test your CO alarm
weekly, because it could fail to operate at any time. If your CO alarm
fails to test properly, or if its self-diagnostic test reveals a malfunction,
immediately have the unit replaced. See back page for warranty information. This CO alarm also has an "operational end of life" feature
which will indicate when to replace the alarm. See page 14 for details
of this feature.
CO alarms can only sense CO that reaches the unit’s sensor. Carbon
monoxide may be present in other areas without reaching the alarm.
The rate at which CO reaches the unit may be affected by doors or
other obstructions. In addition, fresh air from a vent or open window
or any other source may prevent CO from reaching the sensor. Please
observe cautions on page 5 “Where to install your alarm.”
CO could be present on one level of the home and not reach a CO
alarm installed on a different level. For example, CO in the basement
may not reach an alarm on the second level, near the bedrooms. For
this reason, we recommend you provide complete coverage by placing
a CO alarm on every level of the home.
Keyholes
When the alarm is mounted to the wall, these keyholes slide onto
screws in the wall. (See “How to install your alarm on page 6).
Pull-Out Transformer/Adapter
This unique Kidde feature enables the alarm to be used as a direct plug
unit, a wall mounted unit or a table top unit. More on how this unique
feature is used for different application, page 6.
Note: This CO alarm is not battery operated.
the
CO alarms should not be used to detect the presence of natural gas
(methane), propane, butane, or other combustible fuels.
CO alarms are not a substitute for property, disability, life or other
insurance of any kind. Appropriate insurance coverage is your responsibility. Consult your insurance agent.
Warning : Do not use any other type of rechargeable battery in your
alarm or attempt to recharge the battery pack yourself. Improper charging may even cause the battery pack to overheat or leak, thus posing
possible injury to the user.
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CO alarms are not smoke alarms. CO alarms do not sense smoke
or fire. For early warning of fire you must install smoke alarms,
even though carbon monoxide can be generated by a fire.
Part One – Your Kidde Carbon Monoxide Alarm
Where to Install Your CO Alarm
Your Kidde CO alarm should be mounted in or near bedrooms
and living areas. It is recommended that you install a Kidde
CO alarm on each level of a multi-level home. You may use
the number and location of smoke alarms installed in your
home according to current building code requirements as a
guide to the location of your Kidde CO alarm(s).
WHEN CHOOSING YOUR INSTALLATION LOCATIONS,
MAKE SURE YOU CAN HEAR THE ALARM FROM ALL
SLEEPING AREAS. IF YOU INSTALL ONLY ONE CARBON
MONOXIDE ALARM IN YOUR HOME, INSTALL THE
ALARM NEAR BEDROOMS, NOT IN THE BASEMENT OR
FURNACE ROOM.
Recommended Locations
DINING KITCHEN BEDROOM BEDROOM
LIVING ROOM
Two labels have been provided with important information
on what to do in case of an alarm. Add the phone number of
your emergency service provider in the space provided. Place
one label next to the alarm after it is mounted, and one label
near a fresh air source such as a door or window.
CAUTION: This alarm will only indicate the presence of carbon monoxide at the sensor. Carbon monoxide may be present in other areas.
IMPORTANT: Improper location can affect the sensitive electronic components in this alarm. Please see the next section
describing where NOT to install this alarm.
BEDROOM
Where Not
To avoid causing damage to the unit, to provide optimum protection,
and to prevent unnecessary alarms, follow the directions below where
NOT to install this alarm:
It is recommended that you do not install this CO alarm in garages,
kitchens or furnace rooms. Installation in these areas could lead to
nuisance alarms, may expose the sensor to substances that could
damage or contaminate it, or the alarm may not be heard by persons in other areas of the home, especially if they are sleeping.
In the garage, vehicle exhaust can contain some carbon monoxide.
These levels are higher when the engine is first started. Within hours
of starting a vehicle and backing it out of the garage, the levels present over time can activate the alarm and become a nuisance.
In the kitchen and furnace room, some gas appliances can emit a
short burst of carbon monoxide upon start-up. This is normal. If your
CO alarm is mounted too close to these appliances, it may alarm
often and become a nuisance.
If you must install a Kidde CO alarm near a cooking or heating appliance, install
Do not install in excessively dusty, dirty or greasy areas such as
kitchens, garages and furnace rooms. Dust, grease or household
chemicals can contaminate or coat the alarm’s sensor, causing the
alarm not to operate properly.
Do not obstruct the vents located at the top and bottom of the
alarm. Place the alarm where drapes, furniture or other objects do
not block the flow of air to the vents.
Do not install in dead air space, such as peaks of vaulted ceilings or
gabled roofs, where carbon monoxide may not reach the sensor in
time to provide early warning.
Do not install in turbulent air from ceiling fans. Do not install near
doors and windows that open to the outside, near fresh air vents,
or anywhere that is drafty. Rapid air circulation from fans or fresh
air from outside may cause the sensor to display an inaccurate reading in the presence of CO.
Do not install this alarm in a switch- or dimmer-controlled outlet.
Do not install in areas where the temperature is colder than 40˚F
(4.4˚C) or hotter than 100˚F (37.8˚C). These areas include uncondi-
tioned crawl spaces, attics, porches and garages. Extreme temperatures will affect the sensitivity of the alarm.
Do not install CO alarm near deep cell large batteries. Large batteries have emissions that can cause the alarm to perform at less than
optimum performance.
to Install Your CO Alarm
AT LEAST
5 feet away from appliance.
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Avoid the following:
• Excessive spillage or reverse venting of fuel burning
appliances caused by outdoor ambient conditions, such as:
1) Wind direction and/or velocity, including high gusts
of wind. Heavy air in the vent pipes (cold/humid air with
extended periods between cycles). 2) Negative pressure
differential resulting from the use of exhaust fans.
3) Simultaneous operation of several fuel burning appliances
competing for limited internal air. 4) Vent pipe connections
vibrating loose from clothes dryers, furnaces or water heaters.
5) Obstructions in or unconventional vent pipe designs which
can amplify the above situations.
• Extended operation of unvented fuel burning devices (range,
oven, fireplace, etc.).
• Temperature inversions which can trap exhaust gasses near
the ground.
• Car idling in an open or closed attached garage, or near
a home.
How to Install Your Alarm
Your Kidde CO alarm with its removable adapter allows you to
install the alarm as a wall mounted unit, a direct plug unit, or as
a table top unit.
Direct Plug Alarm
First, refer to “Where to Install Your CO
Alarm” on page 5 for general guidelines as
to where to locate your CO alarm.
In its “as shipped” configuration, your
Kidde CO alarm is ready to be plugged
directly into a wall socket.
To install:
1. Choose a standard 120V outlet to plug
alarm into.
2. Pull slide support out approximately .25”
Back of unit when
used as direct plug
until slide snaps in place (this will help support unit in wall
outlet).
3. Simply plug in.
If outlet is mounted horizontally (sideways):
If you are going to use your alarm as a direct plug and you are
going to plug in to an outlet that is mounted horizontally
(sideways), you will need to rotate the adapter 90˚. This simple
process is outlined as follows:
To rotate adapter:
1. With back of unit facing you (with adapter
at top), place your thumbs on thumb grips.
2. With your thumbs, push down in the direction of the arrows on the thumb grips and
slide back door off.
3. Next, place your thumbs on the adapter
thumb releases.
4. Spread adapter thumb releases out and
carefully turn alarm over. This will allow
adapter to slide out.
5. Rotate the adapter 90˚ to the right (clockwise), and snap firmly back into place.
Back of unit when
used as direct plug
for sideways outlet
6. Carefully replace back door by making sure “latches” on all four
corners of door are lined up, then firmly press into place.
7. Now simply plug in to outlet.
Wall Mounted Alarm
First, refer to “Where to Install Your
CO Alarm” on page 5 for general
guidelines as to where to locate your
alarm.
Installation tips for power cord models:
The power cord option provides
more flexibility in mounting locations
and allows the alarm to be easily
installed at eye level.
Note: If you mount the alarm high
on a wall, make sure it is at least 6"
from the ceiling. Any higher than this,
it will be in “dead air space” and carbon monoxide may not reach the
sensor.
For a wall-mount, you will need to
Back of unit when used
as a wall mount
pull out the removable adapter and power cord. This simple
process is outlined below.
To install:
1. Follow steps 1 thru 4 in the previous column under
“To Rotate Adapter.”
2. With adapter out, pull out power cord and unwrap it.
3. With cord extended, press last few inches into cord recess. Gently
pull cord at bottom of cord recess until cord becomes taught and
lays flat in cord recess.
4. Carefully replace back door, making sure “latches” on all four cor-
ners of door are lined up, then firmly press into place.
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Connector
Alignment
Ribs
Battery
Red Wire
Red
Dot
Wires
at Top
Battery
Compartment
Battery
5. Using the wall mount diagram located
near the back of this user’s guide, install the
WALL
two screws provided until heads are approximately 1/8” from wall (If mounting in plaster
board or drywall, drill two 3/16 holes and use
plastic anchors provided).
6. Hook the Kidde CO alarm unit over the
1/8"
screws onto keyholes in back of unit.
7. Plug cord into electrical outlet.
Table Top Alarm
You can also use your Kidde CO alarm as a table top unit. Simply
follow steps 1 thru 4 on page 6 under “Wall Mounted Alarm”,
then instead of mounting to a wall, simply pull out slide support
and stand on table, bedside stand, chest of drawers, etc. (refer to
diagram on page 3).
Battery Installation and Operation
Install the battery by first removing the battery door and the
battery pack.
Align the connector with the
slot in the battery. Insure the
orientation of the two alignment ribs align with the slots
in the battery case.
(Red dot on battery will align
with red wire). Press the connector in until it is fully seated. See drawing at right.
Be sure to correctly insert
battery into the battery compartment
(with wires at top) as shown in drawing
at right. After inserting battery, replace
back door.
Upon initial power up or after the
alarm has operated on battery backup
and depending on the charge state of
the battery, it could take up to 20 hours
to FULLY charge the battery.
During the first 10-hour initial charge period or, until the battery
has charged, "Lb" will be displayed along with the CO level (usually "0") and without an audible "chirp". When the initial
charge is complete, the "Lb" will disappear. If however, after 10
hours the battery is not charging properly, "Lb" may continue to
flash AND there will be an audible "chirp" once every 15 seconds indicating the battery is not charging. If this occurs, make
sure the connection between the battery and the alarm is correctly oriented and fully seated. If not, disconnect the battery
and reconnect insuring the alignment ribs match the slots in the
battery. If it is properly connected and fully seated and "Lb" is
still displayed along with an audible "chirp", contact customer
service.
Battery Backup Operation
When the alarm is unplugged or loses AC power and the battery pack is fully charged, the alarm will automatically switch to
battery backup operation and you will notice the following:
• For the first five minutes of operation on battery, the alarm
will operate as if on AC power.
• However, after five minutes of operation, to conserve battery
capacity, the display will flash the CO level (usually "0") once
every 60 seconds.
Caution: If the unit detects CO and enters an alarm state while
in battery back-up condition, the CO level will be displayed and
the audible alarm pattern of four quick beeps will sound once
every 60 seconds.
Battery Back-up Operation in Low Battery "Lb" Condition:
When the battery pack is not fully charged, the unit will begin
displaying "Lb" and "chirp" once every 15 seconds. This will last
approximately 7 hours to warn you the battery is losing capacity.
Apply AC power to charge battery as soon as possible.
NOTE: While in the low battery "Lb" warning mode, the unit is
sensing for and will alarm if CO is detected.
Battery Back-up Operation in Trouble Alarm Condition:
When the battery pack capacity has been discharged to a state
where it can no longer provide enough power to detect CO and
operate the alarm, it will enter a trouble alarm condition. The
display will go blank and the alarm will give an audible trouble
"chirp" once every 60 seconds. This will continue for approximately 7 hours after which time the alarm will no longer "chirp"
to warn of a trouble condition.
WARNING: THE UNIT WILL NOT DETECT CO WHILE IN THE
TROUBLE ALARM CONDITION, BLANK DISPLAY, AND ONE
AUDIBLE TROUBLE "CHIRP" EVERY 60 SECONDS. APPLY AC
POWER TO CHARGE THE BATTERY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
When AC power is restored, the alarm will automatically switch
back to normal operating mode and begin charging the battery
pack to full capacity. After continued operation on battery backup, "Lb" may flash while the battery is recharging and will continue until fully charged.
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Constant exposures to high or low humidity may
reduce battery life.
WARNING:
Replace the battery pack only with a Kidde
rechargeable battery pack. Replacement battery
packs can be purchased from Kidde customer
service. See page 19 for additional precautions
regarding the rechargeable battery pack.
Normal Operating Characteristics
When you first power up the alarm, the alarm will sound briefly
to let you know the alarm is receiving power and that the alarm circuit is functioning.
You should see three “eights” on the digital display, indicating the
alarm is in the start-up mode. The three eights will remain
for approximately 20 seconds. You should
see a blinking red dot to the lower right of
the digital display. The blinking dot shows
that the alarm is operating.
Within 20 seconds, your CO alarm will start
monitoring for CO. The number indicates a measurement of carbon
monoxide in parts per million (ppm). Note: The number will probably be zero (0). This is a normal condition for most households and
shows that no measurable amount of CO has been detected.
The alarm has begun monitoring the air for carbon monoxide and
will continue to do so as long as it receives power.
How to Test Your Alarm
Testing the Electronics
You should test the alarm once a week, following the
directions listed below. If at any time you test the alarm and it
does not perform as described below, have it replaced immediately. See “How to know if your alarm is
malfunctioning” on this page for a description of the characteristics of a malfunctioning alarm and what you should do if a malfunction occurs.
Observe the alarm weekly to make sure the red dot is blinking,
indicating normal operation.
If the dot is not blinking, unplug the alarm, then plug in again.
This will clear the alarm for restart. If the dot does not resume
blinking, your alarm may be malfunctioning.
To test the alarm, press and release the Test/Reset button. If the
unit is operating properly, you should notice the following:
Blinking Dot
Blinking Dot
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• The display shows three “eights”, and then shows a number
(usually around 200). You should then hear 4 quick “chirps”
– followed by 5 seconds of silence – followed by 4 quick
“chirps”. The unit will then show the three eights for sever-
al seconds. It will then return to monitoring for carbon
monoxide.
Familiarize yourself and household members with the alarm pattern
described above. In the event of a CO incident, this pattern will continue to repeat as long as CO is present.
NOTE: Pressing the Test/Reset button tests the functions of the
alarm’s internal components, circuitry and micro-computer. YOU
DO NOT NEED TO PRESS THE TEST BUTTON TO TAKE A CO
READING. CO readings are automatically shown on the alarm’s
digital display. If the alarm shows zero (0), then 30 PPM of CO
or less has been sensed by the alarm within the last 15 seconds.
How to Know If Your Alarm is Malfunctioning
Your alarm performs an internal self-diagnosis every 15 seconds to
make sure that it is functioning properly. The alarm is designed to
alert you in the unusual event of a malfunction.
If the alarm malfunctions.
I
n the rare event that your alarm malfunctions, it will alert you
with one of these signal groups (depending upon the type of malfunction that occurs):
Malfunction Signal Group 1 - Component Failure
– An intermittent “chirping” alarm will sound every 30 secs., and
– An “Err” message will appear on the digital display
OR,
Malfunction Signal Group 2 - Microprocessor Failure
– The alarm will sound continuously, and
– The digital display will be blank, and
– The alarm cannot be shut off by pushing “Test/Reset” button
Unplug the alarm immediately and return for warranty exchange (see
“Warranty” on back page).
What to do if you’re not sure...
PLEASE familiarize yourself with the malfunction alert, and do not confuse these signals with an alarm. After reading the information above,
if you are still unsure whether your alarm is operating properly, call the
Kidde toll-free consumer hotline at 1-800-880-6788 to do a quick diagnostic check of the alarm over the phone. The customer service representative will be able to assist you and answer your questions.
Never ignore a CO alarm. A true alarm is an indication of potentially
dangerous levels of carbon monoxide. CO alarms are designed to alert
you to the presence of carbon monoxide before an emergency, before
most people would experience symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning, giving you time to resolve the problem calmly.
Part One – Your Kidde Carbon Monoxide Alarm
How to Care for Your Alarm
To keep your alarm in good working order, you must follow
these simple steps:
WHAT YOU SHOULD DO:
• Test the alarm once a week by pressing the Test/Reset
button (see page 8).
• Vacuum the alarm cover once a month to remove
accumulated dust. Use the soft brush attachment of your
vacuum cleaner, and unplug the alarm from the electrical
outlet before vacuuming.
• Instruct children never to touch, unplug or otherwise interfere
with the alarm. Warn children of the dangers of CO poisoning.
WHAT YOU SHOULD NOT DO:
• Never use detergents or solvents to clean the alarm.
Chemicals can permanently damage or temporarily
contaminate the sensor.
• Avoid spraying air fresheners, hair spray, paint or other
aerosols near the alarm.
• Do not paint the alarm. Paint will seal the vents and
interfere with proper sensor operation.
• Do not mount the alarm directly above or near a diaper pail,
as high amounts of methane gas can cause temporary
readings on the digital display.
Note: If you will be staining or stripping wood floors or furniture, painting, wall-papering, or using aerosols or adhesives for
a do-it-yourself project or hobby, before you begin: Remove the
alarm to a remote location to prevent possible damage to or contamination of the sensor. You may wish to unplug the alarm and store
in a plastic bag during the project.
The following is a list of substances that at high levels can affect
the sensor and cause temporary readings on the digital display
that are not carbon monoxide readings:
Methane, propane, iso-butane, ethylene, ethanol, alcohol, isopropanol, benzene, toluene, ethyl acetate, hydrogen, hydrogen sulfide,
sulfur dioxides.
Also most aerosol sprays, alcohol based products, paints, thinners,
solvents, adhesives, hair sprays, aftershaves, perfumes, auto exhaust
(cold start) and some cleaning agents.
The Peak Level Memory Button
Although the peak level feature will display levels below 30 PPM,
these levels will not result in an alarm no matter how long the
device is exposed to these levels.
The peak level feature is helpful in identifying low level CO occurrences below 30 PPM. Although the unit will not automatically
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display levels below 30 PPM, it will detect and store these readings in memory. By pressing the peak level button, concentration
levels as low as 11 and up to 999 PPM will be displayed.
Concentrations of CO between 0 and 30 PPM can often occur in
normal, everyday conditions. Concentrations of CO below 30
PPM may be an indication of a transient condition that may
appear today and never reappear. Just a few examples of conditions and/or sources that may cause low level readings are heavy
automobile traffic, a running vehicle in an attached garage, an
appliance that emits CO when starting up, a fire in a fireplace or
charcoal in a nearby barbecue. A temperature inversion can trap
CO generated by traffic and other fuel burning appliances causing low level readings of CO.
Normally, the digital display will read “0” and under certain con-
ditions you may notice levels of 30 or more for short periods of
time, by using the Peak level memory feature on the Kidde CO
alarm you can view concentrations of CO between 11 and 30
PPM. Use the low-level concentrations shown in memory as a
tool in identifying the source of the CO. It may be helpful to purchase additional Kidde CO Alarms to place in different locations
throughout your house to isolate the CO source. Monitor the CO
concentrations shown in the peak level memory to see if readings
occur in certain areas at certain times of the day, or near a particular appliance.
Once the source is located, correcting the problem may be as easy
as opening a window, venting an appliance, backing a car out of
the garage a safe distance from living quarters, closing the
garage door, and letting the car warm up outside. It could be
possible that a weather condition caused the low-level reading
and the condition may or may not happen again.
Some CO conditions may start out as low level leaks but could
develop into CO concentrations that could become harmful. If
this happens, the CO alarm will detect the dangerous level and
alarm, notifying you and others of the conditions. DO NOT
ignore high concentration readings above 30 PPM or a CO alarming device that is in alarm. Refer to page 12 for more details.
CO concentrations displayed below 30 PPM in "Peak Level"
memory are for reference only and the accuracy of the concentration shown may not be as accurate as noted on page 14.
To Reset the Peak Level Memory…
Step 1. Press the peak level button.
Step 2. With the peak level button still pressed, press the
test/reset button for two seconds and release.
The number on the display will turn to “0”. The memory has
now been cleared and the alarm will begin monitoring for CO
within a few minutes.
Part Two – Carbon Monoxide-The Silent Killer
What is Carbon Monoxide?
Carbon monoxide (CO) is an odorless, colorless, poisonous gas
created when any fuel is burned – gasoline, propane, natural gas,
oil, wood, coal, and even tobacco. When combustion air is limited, more CO is produced. Serious problems can develop when
combustion by-products are not properly vented outside the
house.
Yo u’ve probably heard about carbon monoxide poisoning in the
news recently. It’s a problem receiving more attention because
groups like the American Lung Association and the Consumer
Product Safety Commission have made it a priority to warn the
public about the dangers of this deadly household poison.
What are the Effects of CO Exposure?
When you breathe carbon monoxide, it enters your bloodstream through your lungs and attaches to red blood cells.
These red blood cells, called hemoglobin, carry oxygen
throughout your body. Carbon monoxide molecules attach to
the red blood cells 200 times faster than oxygen, preventing
the flow of oxygen to your heart, brain and vital organs. As
carbon monoxide accumulates in your bloodstream, your
body becomes starved for oxygen. The amount of carbon
monoxide in a person’s body can be measured by a simple
blood test, called a “carboxyhemoglobin level” test .
The early symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are often
mistaken for the flu – headache, dizziness, weakness, nausea,
vomiting, sleepiness, and confusion.
Could Your Family be at Risk from CO Poisoning?
Carbon monoxide is the number one cause of poisoning
deaths in the United States. According to the Mayo Clinic, at
least 10,000 Americans are affected by CO poisoning each
year.
While anyone is susceptible, experts agree that unborn
babies, small children, senior citizens and people with heart or
respiratory problems are especially vulnerable to CO and are
at the greatest risk for death or serious injury.
Where Does CO Come From?
Inside your home malfunctioning and improperly vented appliances used for heating and cooking are the most likely sources of
carbon monoxide. Vehicles running in attached garages can also
produce dangerous levels of carbon monoxide.
A by-product of combustion, carbon monoxide can be a potential
problem from a number of common sources – automobiles,
furnaces, water heaters, fireplaces, wood stoves, charcoal grills, gas
ranges, space heaters and portable generators.
When these appliances are in good working condition with
proper ventilation, lethal carbon monoxide gas is vented outdoors
where it quickly disperses. But even the slightest malfunction or misuse of any of these sources can lead to a build-up of carbon monoxide in your home that can become deadly before you’d even know
it’s there.
And you don’t have to have ancient appliances to have a problem.
Today’s more energy-efficient, airtight home designs can trap CO-
polluted air inside where it can quickly build to lethal levels.
What Can You do to Protect Your Family?
To be safe, know the possible sources of CO in your home. Keep
fuel-burning appliances and their chimneys and vents in good
working condition. Learn the early symptoms of exposure, and if
you suspect carbon monoxide poisoning, move outside to fresh
air and get emergency help. A blood test can confirm that CO
caused the problem.
Your first line of defense is an annual inspection and regular maintenance of your appliances. Contact a licensed contractor or call
your local utility company for assistance.
But remember, problems can begin after an inspection is over, like
a crack in a furnace heat exchanger, or a leak in a water heater
vent, a bird’s nest blocking a flue or other sources that are nearly
impossible to detect: That’s why you need the 24-hour protection
provided by a CO alarm.
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Part Two – Carbon Monoxide-The Silent Killer
Home Safety Tips
What You Can Do...
• Buy only appliances approved by a nationally recognized
testing laboratory.
• Choose fuel-burning appliances that can be vented to the
outdoors, whenever possible.
• Make sure appliances are installed according to manufacturer’s
instructions and local building codes. Most appliances should
be installed by professionals and should be inspected by the
proper authority after installation.
• Have the heating system, vents, chimney and flue inspected
and cleaned by a qualified technician every year.
• Follow manufacturer’s directions for safe operation of all
fuel-burning appliances.
• Examine vents and chimneys regularly for improper
connections, visible rust or stains.
• Open a window when a fireplace or wood-burning stove is in
use, and provide adequate outdoor air for furnace and water
heater.
• Notice problems that could indicate improper appliance
operation:
– Decreasing hot water supply
– Furnace unable to heat house or runs constantly
– Sooting, especially on appliances
– Unfamiliar or burning odor
– Yellow or orange flame
• Be aware of the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning:
– headaches, dizziness, weakness, sleepiness, nausea,
vomiting, confusion and disorientation.
• Recognize that CO poisoning may be the cause when family
members suffer from flu-like symptoms that don’t disappear
but improve when they leave home for extended periods of
time.
What You Should Not Do...
• Never burn charcoal inside a home, garage, cabin, RV or
camper.
• Never install, service, or convert fuel-burning appliances from
one type to another without proper knowledge, skills and tools.
• Never use a gas range, oven, or clothes dryer for heating.
• Never operate unvented gas-burning appliances, such as
kerosene or natural gas space heaters, in a closed room.
• Never operate gasoline-powered engines (like vehicles,
motorcycles, lawn mowers, yard equipment or power tools)
in confined areas such as garages or basements, even if an
outside door or window is open.
• Never ignore a safety device when it shuts off an appliance.
• Never ignore a CO alarm.
Be Aware of the Warning Signs of Carbon Monoxide:
Clues You Can See...
• Streaks of carbon or soot around the service door of your
fuel-burning appliances.
• A yellow or orange flame may indicate a problem with
natural gas appliances.
• Excessive rusting on flue pipes or appliance jackets.
• Loose or missing furnace panel.
• Moisture collecting on the windows and walls of furnace
rooms.
• Loose or disconnected vent/chimney, fireplace or appliance.
• Small amounts of water leaking from the base of the chimney,
vent or flue pipe.
• Rust on the portion of the vent pipe visible from outside your
home.
• The absence of a draft in your chimney (indicating blockage).
• Fallen soot from the fireplace chimney.
• Loose, damaged or discolored bricks on your chimney.
Clues You Cannot See...
• Internal appliance damage or malfunctioning components
• Improper burner adjustment
• Hidden blockage or damage in chimneys
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Part Three – Understanding the effect of CO exposure
Understand the Effects of Carbon Monoxide Exposure:
Concentration
of CO in the Air
(ppm = parts per million)
50 ppm
200 ppm
400 ppm
800 ppm
1,600 ppm
3,200 ppm
6,400 ppm
12,800 ppm
Reminder: This chart relates to the exposure of healthy adults.
Approximate Inhalation Time and Symptoms Developed
The maximum allowable concentration for continuous exposure for healthy adults in any
8-hour period, according to OSHA*.
Slight headache, fatigue, dizziness, nausea after 2-3 hours.
Frontal headaches within 1-2 hours, life threatening after 3 hours.
Dizziness, nausea and convulsions within 45 minutes. Unconsciousness within
2 hours. Death within 2-3 hours.
Headache, dizziness and nausea within 20 minutes. Death within 1 hour.
Headache, dizziness and nausea within 5-10 minutes. Death within 25-30 minutes.
Headache, dizziness and nausea within 1-2 minutes. Death within 10-15 minutes.
Death within 1-3 minutes.
* Occupational Safety and Health Administration
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Part Four – What to do When the Alarm Sounds
Determine if anyone in the household is experiencing symptoms
of CO poisoning. Many cases of reported CO poisoning indicate
that while victims are aware they are not well, they become so disoriented they are unable to save themselves by either exiting the
Become familiar with these common symptoms from CO poisoning.
Common Mild Exposure Symptoms:
Headaches, running nose, sore eyes, often described as “flu” like symptoms.
Common Medium Exposure Symptoms:
Dizziness, drowsiness, vomiting
Common Extreme Exposure Symptoms:
Unconsciousness, brain damage, death.
If you experience even mild symptoms of CO poisoning,
consult your doctor immediately!
building or calling for assistance. Also young children and household pets may be the first affected. The following symptoms are
related to CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING and should be dis-
cussed with ALL members of the household:
WARNING:
!
▲
When the CO alarm senses a dangerous level of CO, the unit will
emit a loud alarm pattern. The alarm pattern is 4 short “chirps”
– followed by 5 seconds of silence – followed by 4 short “chirps”.
(Note: When the unit is disconnected from the 120V power
supply and is on battery backup, the alarm pattern will continue
If alarm signal sounds 4 quick “chirps”, 5 seconds off:
1) Immediately move to fresh air - outdoors. Check that all persons are accounted for. Do not re-enter the
premises until emergency services responders have arrived, the premises have been aired out, and your
alarm remains in its normal operating condition.
2) Call your emergency services
Actuation of your CO Alarm indicates the presence
of Carbon Monoxide (CO) which can KILL YOU.
for the first 5 minutes after detecting CO and then the cycle will
repeat every one minute). Know how to respond to a CO emergency. Periodically review this user’s guide and discuss with all
members of your family.
(fire department or 911)
PHONE NUMBER
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Part Five – Technical Information
Product Specifications
Accuracy of the Digital Display
Power: 120V AC units: 60 Hz, Current 60 mA max.
Sensor: Sensor calibrated at 150 ppm (±25 ppm).
Temperature:
Operating range: 40˚F (4.4˚C) to 100˚F (37.8˚C).
Humidity: Operating range 5-95% non-condensing.
Mounting: Accessories supplied for wall mount, direct plug
and table top applications.
Alarm: 85+ dB at 10’ @ 3.4 ± 0.5 KHz pulsing alarm.
Each Kidde CO Alarm is calibrated at a CO concentration of 150
ppm in air, at 80˚ F (+/- 10˚ F). Depending on the ambient condition
(temperature, humidity) and the condition of the sensor, the
readings may vary.
The digital reading tolerances are:
Ambient: 80˚ F (+/- 10˚ F), atmospheric pressure +/- 10%, 40%
+/- 3% relative humidity.
How the Unit Determines When to Alarm
Your Kidde CO alarm uses advanced technology to monitor the
environment in your home and warn you of unacceptable levels
of carbon monoxide. An internal microcomputer works together
with the carbon monoxide sensor inside the alarm to determine
the levels of carbon monoxide in the air and to calculate the rate
that CO would be absorbed into the human body. The microcomputer is calibrated to trigger the unit’s alarm before most
people would experience any symptoms of carbon monoxide
poisoning. Because carbon monoxide is a cumulative poison,
long-term exposures to low levels can cause symptoms, as well
as short-term exposures to high levels. Your Kidde unit has a
time weighted alarm, so the higher the level of carbon monoxide present, the sooner the alarm will be triggered.
This Kidde CO alarm meets the alarm response time
requirements which are as follows:
At 70 ppm, the unit must alarm within 60-240 minutes.
At 150 ppm, the unit must alarm within 10-50 minutes.
At 400 ppm, the unit must alarm within 4-15 minutes.
alarm
Tolerance
Reading (of displayed reading)
0-999 ppm +/-20% +15 ppm
Replacement of Alarm
Eight years after initial power-up, this unit will “chirp” every 30
seconds to indicate that it is time to replace the alarm. A label
has been provided that has “Replace by” printed on it. Write the
replace by date on the label and affix it to the front of the alarm
so that it is visible after mounting. The date written on the label
should be after eight (8) years of cumulative power.
REPLACE IMMEDIATELY! IT WILL NOT DETECT CO IN THIS CONDITION.
WARNING: This device is designed to protect individuals from acute
effects of carbon monoxide exposure. It will not fully safeguard individuals with specific medical conditions. If in doubt, consult a medical practitioner. Individuals with medical problems may consider using warning
devices which provide audible and visual signals for carbon monoxide
concentrations under 30 ppm.
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Part Six – Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How many alarms do I need in my house?
A. Refer to page 5 for recommended locations and where to
place your alarm.
Q. Can you explain what “time-weighted alarm” means?
A. Because carbon monoxide is a cumulative poison, two
factors determine how the body is affected by CO: the level
of exposure and the length of exposure. For example,
being continuously exposed to lower levels of carbon
monoxide for many hours can be as dangerous as being
exposed to higher levels of CO for a short period of time.
The microchip inside your Kidde CO alarm monitors the air
for the presence of carbon monoxide and computes the levels and length of exposure, alarming when you should be
concerned about CO exposure.
For more information about the alarm, see page 14.
Q. Do I have to press the test button to get a CO reading?
A. No. Your Kidde CO alarm monitors the air for carbon
monoxide. An updated reading is shown on the digital display every 15 seconds. If there is no CO present, the digital
display will show a zero. If the alarm shows zero "0", then
30 PPM of CO or less has been sensed by the alarm within
the last 15 seconds. Refer to page 14 for more details. The
alarm will alert you to the presence of CO automatically.
To test the internal components and circuitry of your alarm,
press the Test/Reset button. For complete instructions on
testing your alarm, see page 8.
Q. How do I get the alarm to show something besides “0.”
OR, How can I determine if the sensor is operating
correctly?
A. Please refer to “Testing Sensor Response” on page 8 for
complete instructions on how to test your alarm’s electron-
ics and sensor functions.
Q. You warranty the alarm for 7 years. How will I know
when it doesn’t work anymore and I need to buy a new
one?
A. This CO alarm has an "operational end of life" feature
which will indicate when to replace the alarm. See page 14
for details of this feature.
Q. What do the numbers mean on the digital display when
I press the “Test/Reset” button?
A. The numbers you see when you press the Test/Reset button are NOT a CO reading. This is a simulated reading the
alarm displays as it tests its electronics. The numbers displayed when the Test/Reset button is pushed should be
between 100 to 400 (usually around 200).
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Part Six – Frequently Asked Questions
Q. I tried to test the alarm (see below) and it still reads “0.”
Why?
– by running the car in the garage
– by holding it to the tailpipe of the car
– by putting it next to the furnace vent
A. DO NOT try to test your alarm by doing any of the
above! Testing the alarm using any of the methods listed
above usually does not yield satisfactory results and could in
fact be dangerous to your health. To accurately test the
alarm, please follow the guidelines given on page 8.
Never operate a vehicle in a closed garage, as high levels of
CO can be built up in a short time. With an attached
garage, dangerous CO levels develop inside the home as
well as within the garage.
Attempting to test the sensor function by holding the alarm
next to a tailpipe or furnace vent may not cause a reading
on the display because today’s vehicles emit very little CO
once the engine reaches operating temperature. Likewise,
many of today’s high efficiency furnaces emit very low levels of CO.
Q. When I tried to test the unit I got a high number on the
digital display, but the alarm didn’t sound immediately.
Why?
A. Please refer to “How the unit determines when to
alarm” on page 14 for an explanation of the “time weighted alarm.”
Q. Will the alarm last longer if I unplug it during the
summer months and only use it during the winter?
A. No. Some components of the alarm can deteriorate over
time if not used regularly. We recommend the alarm be
plugged in continuously for maximum alarm life.
Q. I use the alarm in a vacation home that isn’t always
occupied and can have temperature extremes when no one
is there (no heat or no air conditioning). Will that hurt the
alarm? Should I leave it plugged in all the time?
A. We recommend that your alarm not be installed in areas
where temperatures fall below 40˚F (4.4˚C) or rise above
100˚F (37.8˚C). Your alarm was designed to be constantly
plugged in for maximum performance.
Q. I plugged in the alarm at my house (my parents’, my
neighbors’, etc.) and it read “0.” Does that mean everything is OK? (I’m thinking I can return the alarm since
everything checks out OK.)
A. This CO alarm is not designed for use as a short-term testing device to perform a quick check for the presence of CO.
Remember, a carbon monoxide problem can occur at any
time, even after a professional inspection has determined
that everything is in proper working order. Examples of
problems that can develop are a crack in a furnace heat
exchanger, a leak in a water heater vent, or a bird’s nest
blocking a flue.
Other sources are nearly impossible to detect: even a
change in the air pressure outside can turn a normally safe
situation deadly. That’s why you need the 24-hour protection provided by a CO alarm.
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"0" WITH FLASHING DOT NONE
NORMAL OPERATION
SENSING FOR CO
BATTERY IS FULLY CHARGED NONE
NONE
CHARGING BATTERY PACK.
INITIAL POWER UP OR
POWER WAS RESET
BATTERY DISCHARGED LESS THAN
10 HOURS ON AC, BATTERY IS IN
CHARGE STATE
KEEP UNIT ON AC TO FULLY CHARGE
BATTERY. " Lb" will disappear once
battery is charged depending on initial
charge
1 BEEP EVERY 15
SECONDS
BATTERY DISCONNECTED
OR NOT CHARGING
BATTERY DISCHARGED OR
DISCONNECTED LONGER THAN 10
HOURS
CONNECT BATTERY PACK, CONFIRM
CONNECTION IS ORIENTED AND SEATED
PROPERLY, CONTACT CUSTOMER
SERVICE
"0" ALTERNATING WITH
"Lb" AND DOT
BRIEF "888" AND
FLASHING DOT
ONE SHORT "CHIRP"
SELF TESTING ON START
UP
NORMAL OPERATION AT START-UP
OR RESET
NONE, UNIT WILL QUICKLY DISPLAY "0"
STEADY DISPLAY OF
NUMBER BETWEEN 30
AND 999
4 QUICK BEEPS, 5
SECONDS OFF,
REPEATING
CARBON MONOXIDE
DETECTED
UNIT IN ALARM CONDITION
REFER TO PAGE 13, WHAT TO DO IF
ALARM SOUNDS
STEADY "Err" AND
FLASHING DOT
"CHIRP" EVERY 30
SECONDS
NO DISPLAY CONSTANT ALARM
UNIT IS NOT OPERATIONAL,
WILL NOT DETECT
UNIT MALFUNCTION
CONTACT KIDDE CUSTOMER SERVICE
Part Six – Display Readings and What They Mean
Pages 18-19 contain vital information about the various readings you may
see on your display. We suggest you keep this User’s Guide handy for reference.
Your new Kidde carbon monoxide alarm
is a sophisticated electronic device – yet very simple to understand. Basically, the unit
will display a "0" if it senses 30 PPM of CO or less and if you
have a good backup battery pack installed.
If it senses carbon monoxide, it will display a reading so you can
see if you have a non-threatening or emergency situation.
However, if the backup battery pack is low or missing, or if the
unit malfunctions, it will display other readings (and alarm differently) to alert you that something is wrong with the
Please familiarize yourself and other family members to the
difference between a CO reading and a reading signifying a
problem with the
alarm
AC AND DC START UP, ALARM AND ERROR OPERATION
Display Shows Alarm Sound Unit Status Unit Condition Recommended Action
AC POWERED IN NORMAL STAND BY OPERATION
Display Shows Alarm Sound Unit Status Unit Condition Recommended Action
(flashes
alternately)
itself.
alarm
.
If at any time you test the alarm and it does not perform as described, have it replaced immediately.
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"0 " NONE
OPERATION ON BATTERY
BACKUP,SENSING FOR CO
BATTERY IS FULLY CHARGED,
FIRST 5 MINUTES OF OPERATION
ON BACKUP BATTERY
CONNECT TO AC POWER
"0" OR CO
CONCENTRATION
DISPLAYED ONCE EVERY
60 SECONDS, FLASHING
DOT
NONE
BATTERY CONSERVE MODE,
SENSING FOR CO .
BATTERY IS FULLY CHARGED AND
AFTER 5 MINUTES OF OPERATION
ON BACKUP BATTERY
NORMAL BATTERY-ONLY OPERATION.
TO RECHARGE BATTERY, CONNECT TO
AC POWER.
"0" OR CO
CONCENTRATION
ALTERNATING WITH "Lb"
NONE
BATTERY IS PARTIALLY
DISCHARGED, FIRST 5 MINUTES
OF OPERATION ON BACKUP
BATTERY
CONNECT TO AC POWER TO FULLY
RECHARGE BATTERY
"0" OR CO
CONCENTRATION & "Lb"
DISPLAYED ONCE EVERY
60 SECONDS, FLASHING
DOT EVERY SECOND
1 CHIRP EVERY 15
SECONDS
BATTERY IS PARTIALLY
DISCHARGED AFTER 5 MINUTES
OF OPERATION ON BACKUP
BATTERY
FLASHING DOT ONCE
EVERY 60 SECONDS
1 "CHIRP" EVERY 60
SECONDS
UNIT IN TROUBLE ALARM
MODE. WILL CONTINUE FOR
APPROXIMATELY 7 HOURS.
WILL NOT DETECT CO
OPERATION ON BATTERY BACKUP
AND BATTERY IS FULLY
DISCHARGED.
NONE NONE
UNIT IS NOT OPERATIONAL.
WILL NOT DETECT CO
BATTERY DISCONNECTED OR
MISSING
BATTERY CONSERVE MODE,
SENSING FOR CO .
CONFIRM BATTERY CONNECTION IS
FULLY SEATED AND ORIENTED
PROPERLY, CONNECT TO AC POWER
TO FULLY CHARGE BATTERY.
CONTACT KIDDE CUSTOMER SERVICE IF
CONDITION CONTINUES
Part Six – Display Readings and What They Mean
DC POWERED IN BATTERY BACKUP OPERATION
Display Shows Alarm Sound Unit Status Unit Condition Recommended Action
If at any time you test the alarm and it does not perform as described, have it replaced immediately.
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Part Seven – Li-ION Battery Handling Precautions
Handling:
1. Do not use the battery for a purpose other than
for the alarm it is specified.
2. Do not recharge the battery using any charging
circuit other than the one provided in the alarm. A
recharging operation under non-conforming recharging conditions can cause electrolyte leakage, overheating, smoke emission, bulging/bursting and/or
ignition.
3. Do not connect the positive and negative terminals
of the battery with any conductor such as metal
wires. Do not store the battery or transport it together with any metal objects.
4. Do not connect the battery to an electrical outlet.
5. Do not disassemble or modify the battery pack
under any circumstances. Disassembling the battery
can cause internal shorts, resulting in bulging/bursting due to excess gas generation, overheat, ignition,
explosion or other problems.
6. Do not pierce the battery with sharp objects or
subject to any other mechanical forces.
7. Do not discard the battery into fire or heat it under
any circumstances. Otherwise, it may cause the battery to explode.
8. Do not use or leave the battery near a heat source
such as a fire or heater.
9. Do not place the battery in microwave oven or on
induction heaters.
10. Do not use or subject the battery to intense sunlight or hot temperatures. Otherwise, electrolyte leakage, overheating and/or smoke emission can occur.
Also, its guaranteed performance will be lost and/or
its service life will be shortened.
11. Do not subject the battery to static electricity.
Otherwise, the built-in safety/protection circuits can
be damaged by static voltages, possibly leading to
leakage, overheating, smoke emission, bursting
and/or ignition.
12. Do not immerse the battery in liquids such as
fresh or salt water, beverages (fruit juices and coffee,
etc.)
13. If the battery leaks, and the electrolyte gets into
the eyes, the skin or other part of the body, rinse the
body part with clean running water and immediately
seek medical attention.
14. Do not use an apparently damaged or deformed
battery.
15. Li-ion batteries may be disposed of in normal
household waste. Contact the local Department of
household hazardous waste in your state or local
landfill for disposal or recycling practices in your
area.
Storage for the battery when detached from the
alarm:
1. Store the battery in a location where children cannot reach it.
2. Store the battery in a cool and dry storage area.
Storing the battery in temperatures above 40 ºC will
lead to permanent battery damage. If a refrigerator is
used for storage, the battery should be placed in a
plastic bag for protection against condensation.
3. The proper operating/recharging temperature
range is from 0 to 40 ºC.
An operating/recharging condition outside this range
can lead to battery damage, overheating or other
problems.
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Wall Mount Diagram
2.58"
If you are going to mount your Kidde CO alarm to the wall, you
may use this guide for exact placement of the two wall mount
screws provided. For more information about mounting to the
wall, please refer to pages 6-7.
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Limited Warranty
WARRANTY COVERAGE: THE MANUFACTURER WARRANTS TO THE
ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASER, THAT THIS PRODUCT WILL BE
FREE OF DEFECTS IN MATERIAL AND WORKMANSHIP FOR A PERIOD
OF SEVEN (7) YEARS FROM DATE OF PURCHASE AND THE BATTERY
PACK WILL BE FREE OF DEFECTS IN MATERIAL AND WORKMANSHIP
FOR A PERIOD OF ONE (1) YEAR FROM DATE OF PURCHASE.
THE MANUFACTURER’S LIABILITY HEREUNDER IS LIMITED TO
REPLACEMENT OF THE PRODUCT, REPAIR OF THE PRODUCT, OR
REPLACEMENT OF THE PRODUCT WITH REPAIRED PRODUCT, AT THE
DISCRETION OF THE MANUFACTURER. THIS WARRANTY IS VOID IF
THE PRODUCT HAS BEEN DAMAGED BY ACCIDENT, UNREASONABLE
USE, NEGLECT, TAMPERING OR OTHER CAUSES NOT ARISING FROM
DEFECTS IN MATERIAL OR WORKMANSHIP. THIS WARRANTY
EXTENDS TO THE ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASER OF THE
PRODUCT ONLY.
Warranty Disclaimers: Any implied warranties arising out of
this sale, including but not limited to the implied warranties
of description, merchantability and fitness for a particular
purpose, are limited in duration to the above warranty period. In no event shall the Manufacturer be liable for loss of use
of this product or for any indirect, special, incidental or consequential damages, or costs, or expenses incurred by the consumer or any other user of this product, whether due to a
breach of contract, negligence, strict liability in tort or otherwise. The Manufacturer shall have no liability for any personal injury, property damage or any special, incidental, contingent or consequential damage of any kind resulting from gas
leakage, fire or explosion.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied
warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
Please send products and all other correspondence to:
Kidde
Attn.: Customer Service Department
1394 South Third Street, Mebane, NC 27302
The model number and assembly number can be found on the label on the back of the alarm.
For Warranty Service:
In many cases the quickest way to exchange your alarm is to return it to the original place of purchase. If you have questions, call
the Kidde customer service department at 1-800-880-6788 for assistance.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of consequential or incidental damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.
Legal Remedies: This warranty gives you specific legal rights and
you may also have other rights that vary from state to state.
Warranty Performance: During the above warranty period,
your product will be replaced with a comparable product if
the defective product is returned, postage prepaid, to
Kidde, Customer Service Department,1-800-880-6788,
together with proof of purchase date. Please include a note
describing the problem when you return the unit. The
replacement product will be in warranty for the remainder
of the original warranty period or for six months, whichever is longer. Other than the cost of postage, no charge will
be made for replacement of the defective product.
Important: Do not remove back cover. Back cover removal will
void warranty.
Your Kidde Carbon Monoxide Alarm is not a substitute for property, disability, life or other insurance of any kind. Appropriate
insurance coverage is your responsibility. Consult your insurance
agent.
Also, Kidde makes no warranty, express or implied, written or
oral, including that of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose, with respect to the battery.
The above warranty may not be altered except in writing signed
by both parties hereto.
Questions or for more information, call our Consumer Hotline at 1-800-880-6788
or contact us at our website at www.kiddeUS.com
Kidde, 1394 South Third Street, Mebane, NC 27302
Custom Assembled in China with U.S. and Foreign Components.
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