Maintenance - Kidde P4010ACLEDSCOCA User Manual

13. Maintenance

Your alarm should be cleaned at least once a year
You can clean the interior of your alarm (sensing chamber) by using
compressed air or a vacuum cleaner hose and blowing or vacuuming
through the openings around the perimeter of the alarm. The outside of
the alarm can be wiped with a damp cloth. Use only water to dampen
the cloth, use of detergents or cleaners could damage the alarm.
If the alarm is in Fault mode and the Amber LED is blinking a fault code
of 10 flashes, the alarm may be in need of cleaning. After cleaning,
press the Test/ Hush button (dome). If the fault does not clear, the alarm
needs to be replaced.
• Never use detergent or other solvents to clean the unit.
• Avoid spraying air freshener, hair spray, or other aerosols near
the alarm.
• Do not paint the unit. Paint will seal the vents and interfere with
the sensor's ability to detect smoke and CO.
• Never attempt to disassemble the unit or clean inside. This action
will void your warranty.
• The following substances can affect the CO sensor and may
cause false readings and damage to the sensor: Methane,
propane, isobutane, iso-propanol, ethyl acetate, hydrogen
sulfide, sulfide dioxides, alcohol based products, paints, thinner,
solvents, adhesives, hair spray, after shave, perfume, and some
cleaning agents.
• Move the Smoke/CO/Strobe Alarm and place in another location
prior to performing any of the following:
• Staining or stripping wood floors or furniture
• Painting
• Wall papering
• Using adhesives
Storing the unit in a plastic bag during any of the above projects will
protect the sensors from damage. When household cleaning supplies or
similar contaminates are used, the area must be well ventilated.
WARNING: Reinstall the Smoke/CO/Strobe Alarm as soon as
possible to assure continuous protection.