Alarm/Danger Levels - Kidde 9CO5 Owner's Manual

Alarm/Danger Levels

Caution: This CO alarm will only indicate the presence of
CO at the sensor. CO may be present in other areas.
Common Mild Exposure Symptoms:
Slight headache, nausea, vomiting, fatigue ("flu-like" symptoms).
Common Medium Exposure Symptoms:
Throbbing headache, drowsiness, confusion, fast heart rate.
Common Extreme Exposure Symptoms:
Convulsions, unconsciousness, heart and lung failure. It can cause
brain damage and death. Many cases of reported CARBON MONOXIDE
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 building or calling for assistance. Also young children and
household pets may be the first affected.
Familiarisation with the effects of each level is important. The
symptoms described in the chart above are related to carbon
monoxide poisoning and should be discussed with ALL members
of the household.
Exposure to high levels of carbon monoxide can be fatal
or cause permanent damage and disabilities.
If you experience any symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning,
consult your doctor immediately! CO poisoning can be
determined by a simple blood test called a carboxyhaemoglobin
test. Severe cases may require treatment in a hyperbaric
chamber. Remember, young children and household pets may
be the first effected.
If you have additional questions please call
Kidde on 0800 917 0722.
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