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Kidde K4MCO User Manual

230v mains carbon monoxide alarm with rechargeable battery back-up
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User Guide
230V Mains
Carbon Monoxide alarM
with reCharGeable
battery baCk-Up
Model k4MCo
WARNING : This alarm will not operate
without Mains power. During a power failure
the unit will operate for at least 72 hours on
battery back up.
Type B apparatus
KM 738897
BS EN 50291-1:2018
EN 50291-1:2018
LICENSE NO. KM 738897
P/N: 2512-7245-01
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  • Page 1 User Guide 230V Mains Carbon Monoxide alarM with reCharGeable battery baCk-Up Model k4MCo WARNING : This alarm will not operate without Mains power. During a power failure the unit will operate for at least 72 hours on battery back up.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1. Diagram of Alarms......................................3 What is Carbon Monoxide?..................................4 3. Safety Information......................................5 4. Installation Instructions – Recommended Locations.......................7 Using Your Alarm-what the signals mean.............................11 Mains Power Failure.....................................13 7. Interconnected systems.....................................14 8. What to do if Your Alarm Sounds!...............................16 9.

  • Page 3: Diagram Of Alarms

    1. Diagram of Alarm Test / Reset Button Green, Power LED Red, Alarm LED CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM ALARM POWER FAULT MOVE TO FRESH AIR Model: K4MCO Model K4MCO...

  • Page 4: What Is Carbon Monoxide

    2. What is Carbon Monoxide? potential soUrCes of Co this Co alarm is not a substitute for proper • Wood-burning stoves installation, use and maintenance of fuel burning • gas boilers and Fires appliances including appropriate ventilation and exhaust systems. •...

  • Page 5: Safety Information

    3. Safety information 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 CO poisoning, move outside to fresh air and get emergency help.
  • Page 6 CO Advice and Information The table below shows the effects of different levels of CO poisoning on the body. PParts per Million (PPM) TiEffects on Adults of CO Slight headache, nausea, fatigue (flu-like symptoms) Dizziness and headache within 2 – 3 hours Nausea, frontal headache, drowsiness, confusion and rapid heart rate.

  • Page 7: Installation Instructions - Recommended Locations

    4. Installation Instructions – Recommended Locations NOTE: CO alarms should be installed following the guidance of relevant local standards, such as EN 50292. • Whether the alarm is wall-mounted or ceiling mounted, place the alarm a horizontal distance of between 1 metre and 3 metres from a fuel burning appliance.
  • Page 8 Locations to Avoid • In the garage. Products of combustion are present when you start your motor vehicle. • Do not install alarms adjacent to, or directly above, heaters or air-conditioning vents. • In very humid areas (above 90% RH, non-condensing), such as bathrooms and shower rooms. Do not install directly above a sink, or near dishwashers or washing machines.
  • Page 9 4. Installation Instructions –Supply and Interconnect Wiring Requirements • This alarm is designed for installation by a qualified electrician in accordance with local wiring regulations and in regard to relevant building regulations and codes of practice. In addition, the resistance of the interconnect wiring shall be a maximum of 10 ohms.
  • Page 10 Kidde surface pattress • Affix the CO alarm mounting plate to the dry lining box or Kidde surface pattress using suitable screws. • Using a suitably-rated terminal block, connect the neutral supply to the blue wire of the connector plug and the live supply to the brown wire.

  • Page 11: Using Your Alarm-What The Signals Mean

    5. Using Your Alarm – what the signals mean Operational Mode Sounder Unit Status Action TiLEDs Normal Operation None Normal Operation None Amber Flashing 4 loud beeps/pause/ Alarm CO detected. See section 4 loud beeps- repeated Amber Flashing Interconnected CO 4 loud beeps/pause/ Interconnected CO alarm See section...
  • Page 12 5. Using Your Alarm – Cont. testing Each week your alarm should be tested by pressing the test button. The alarm will beep once followed by a brief pause. Then the alarm will sound fully with 4 beeps a pause and then 4 beeps. If the alarm does not sound, or gives erratic or low volume sound, the unit must be replaced.

  • Page 13: Mains Power Failure

    6. Mains Power Failure Sounder Unit Status Action iLEDs Unit has no mains power and Restore the mains Green Flashing every 7 secs Loss of Mains power the battery back up will have ASAP limited life Amber Flashing every 15 secs Low Battery when Restore the mains Green...

  • Page 14: Interconnected Systems

    7. Interconnected systems Interconnected systems of Kidde Models - 1SFW, 1SFWR, 2SFW, 2SFWR, 3SFW, 3SFWR, 4MCO, 4MDCO, K4MCO CO alarm Smoke/Heat Alarm Normal test sequence - 4 loud beeps Press CO test button Do not sound. pause and then 4 loud beeps and so on.
  • Page 15 Interconnected systems of Kidde, Firex models: KF10, KF10R, KF20, KF20R, KF30, KF30R CO alarm Smoke/Heat Alarm Normal test sequence - 4 loud beeps Normal test sequence - 4 loud beeps Press CO test button pause and then 4 loud beeps and so on.

  • Page 16: What To Do If Your Alarm Sounds

    8. What to do if Your Alarm Sounds! Carbon Monoxide Alarm Procedure WARNING: CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM ACTIVATION INDICATES THE PRESENCE OF CARBON MONOXIDE (CO) AT HIGH CONCENTRATIONS WHICH CAN KILL YOU. Based on recommends from EN 50292, follow these steps if alarm sounds (4 loud audible pulses followed by a pause for 5 seconds): 1.

  • Page 17: Maintenance Of Your Alarm

    9. Maintenance of Your Alarm This is a Mains Alarm. Isolate before removing for decorating. If in doubt contact a qualified electrician. Warning: Do not tamper with the apparatus, as there is a risk of electric shock or malfunction. To keep your alarm in good working order: Your Alarm Should be Cleaned at Least Once a Year.

  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    10. Troubleshooting Sounder Unit Status Action iLEDs Flashing every 30 secs Error condition -1 Chirp/30 secs Unit has failed Replace Amber Flashing every 30 secs Constant lound Error condition -2 Unit microprocessor has failed Replace sound Amber Flashing Chirp twice every The unit has reached the end End of Life Replace...

  • Page 19: Product Specifications

    11. Product Specifications Power 230V, 50Hz 30mA max Sensor Electrochemical CO Sensor Storage and Transport -20 ºC TO +60ºC, 5 - 95% RH (non-condensing) Conditions Temperature Range Operating range: 0°C to 40°C Humidity Up to 90% relative humidity (RH), non-condensing Alarm Sound 85dB+ at 3 metres (10ft) @ 3.4 +/- 0.5 KHz pulsing alarm Weight: 220g...

  • Page 20: Warnings And Important Notices

    12. Warnings and Important Notices warninG: this Carbon Monoxide alarM is not a sUbstitUte for installinG and MaintaininG an appropriate nUMber of sMoke alarMs in yoUr hoMe. this alarM 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.

  • Page 21: Service And Warranty

    KIDDE SAFETY EUROPE LTD warrants to the original purchaser that the enclosed alarm (battery included) will be free from defects in material and workmanship or design under normal use and service for a period of seven years from the date of purchase.

  • Page 22: Environmental Protection

    14. Environmental Protection ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste. Please recycle where facilities exist. Check with Local Authority or Supplier for recycling advice. Product contains sealed in lithium batteries. Removal can be done only by qualified professionals in recycling points.
  • Page 23 Kidde Helpline (UK) 0800 917 0722 / (Ireland) 1800 818 601 Emergency Numbers: Gas Emergency Services 0800 111 999 HETAS (Solid Fuel Emergency) 0845 634 5626 Oftec (oil) 0845 658 5080 Manufactured By: Walter Kidde Portable Equipment Inc. 1016 Corporate Park Drive, Mebane, NC 27302, USA Telephone: 0800 917 0722 www.kiddesafetyeurope.co.uk...

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