Kidde KN-COPP-3 User Manual

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

IAS 6-96 2ND EDITION CO ALARM ALSO COMPLIES WITH CSA 6.19-01

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)

See page

13 for “What to do

when the alarm

sounds”

Part # 810-2508 Rev.A 09/04 2507-7205-00

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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