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WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT CO
Carbon monoxide (CO) is an insidious poison. It is a colorless, odorless, tasteless gas. It is
a cumulative poison. Even low levels of CO have been shown to cause brain and other vital
organ damage in unborn infants with no effect on the mother.
The following symptoms are related to CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING and should be
discussed with ALL members of the household:
MILD EXPOSURE
Slight headache, nausea, vomiting, fatigue (often described as "flu-like" symptoms).
MEDIUM EXPOSURE
Severe throbbing headache, drowsiness, confusion, fast heart rate.
EXTREME EXPOSURE
Unconsciousness, convulsions, cardiorespiratory failure, death.
Many cases of reported CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING indicate that victims are aware
they are not well, but they become so disoriented that they are unable to save themselves
by either exiting the building or calling for assistance. Young children and household pets
may be the first affected.
Your CO alarm is designed to detect the toxic CO fumes that result from incomplete
combustion, such as those emitted from appliances, furnaces, fireplaces and auto exhaust.
A CO alarm is NOT A SUBSTITUTE for other combustible gas, fire or smoke alarms. This
carbon monoxide alarm is designed to detect carbon monoxide gas from ANY source of
combustion.
This alarm will only indicate the presence of carbon monoxide gas surrounding its sensor.
Carbon monoxide gas may be present in other areas.
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. Individuals with medical problems may consider
using warning devices which provide audible and visual warnings for carbon monoxide
concentrations under 30 PPM.
WHAT YOU SHOULD DO IF THE ALARM SOUNDS
Never disconnect a CO alarm to silence an alarm. The alarm will automatically sense when
the level of CO in the air falls below the danger level. You should stay outside the residence
in fresh air until the alarm is silenced. When the alarm sounds, do not stand too close to the
alarm. The sound produced by the alarm is loud because it is designed to awaken a person
in an emergency. Prolonged exposure to the alarm at a close distance may be harmful to
your hearing.
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.
YOUR CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND IS
WARRANTED TO OPERATE FOR FIVE YEARS.
NOTE: MANUFACTURER RECOMMENDS REPLACEMENT OF ALARM FIVE
YEARS AFTER DATE OF PURCHASE.
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OWNER'S MANUAL
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IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS
MODEL CD-9590 120V PLUG-IN
CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM
MODEL CD-9690
(WITH DISPLAY)
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- Page 1 YOUR CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND IS WARRANTED TO OPERATE FOR FIVE YEARS. NOTE: MANUFACTURER RECOMMENDS REPLACEMENT OF ALARM FIVE YEARS AFTER DATE OF PURCHASE. www.universalsecurity.com MODEL CD-9590 120V PLUG-IN CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM MODEL CD-9690 (WITH DISPLAY) OWNER'S MANUAL...
- Page 2 Activation of this device indicates the presence of carbon monoxide (CO) which can kill you. If alarm sounds: 1. Operate test/reset button; 2. Call your emergency services, fire department or 911; 3. Immediately move to fresh air - outdoors or by an open door/window. Do a head count to check that all persons are accounted for.
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Page 3: Locations To Avoid
LOCATIONS TO AVOID Nuisance alarms are caused by placing alarms where they will not operate properly. To avoid nuisance alarms, do not place alarms: – Within 1 foot (.3m) from fluorescent lights. Electronic noise may cause false alarms. – Within 5 feet (1.5m) of any cooking appliance. –... - Page 4 DEVELOPING YOUR OWN CO SAFETY PLAN This CO alarm can quickly alert you to the presence of CO - it cannot prevent toxic CO emissions. Please note that there are hazards against which CO detection may not be effective, such as gas leaks or explosions. The ultimate responsibility for protection against toxic CO fumes rests solely on you.
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Page 5: Operation, Testing & Maintenance
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS: CAUTION!! READ CAREFULLY. CAUTION: THIS UNIT IS SEALED. THE COVER IS NOT REMOVABLE! Leave your CO alarm plugged in year-round. CO problems can occur any time during the year and this alarm can only alert you if it is plugged in and receiving power. -
Page 6: Normal Operation
NORMAL OPERATION In normal operation, the alarm will blink the green LED off once approximately every 20 seconds. The display will indicate the current CO readings (if higher than 30ppm) or three dashes (Model CD-9690). SERVICE/TROUBLE CONDITION Periodically, the alarm's measurement circuit is tested. If an error is detected, the alarm will sound a double "beep"... -
Page 7: Maintenance
BATTERY REPLACEMENT The CO alarm is powered (backup) by a 9V battery. A fresh battery should last for one year under normal operating conditions. This alarm has a low battery monitor circuit which will cause the alarm to sound a short "beep" approximately every 40 seconds, for a minimum of 7 days, when the battery gets low. - Page 8 For repair or replacement, send the defective product to Universal Security Instruments, Inc. at 7-A Gwynns Mill Court, Owings Mills, Maryland 21117, postage prepaid with a payment of $8.00 to cover the costs of return postage and handling.