Features - Kidde KN-COPP-3 Owner's Manual

Features

What This Alarm Can and Cannot Do
CO alarms designed to sense unacceptable levels of CO
from malfunctioning furnaces, appliances, gasoline 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 alarm
is located, installed and maintained as described in this
alarm manual.
When on AC power, this unit 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.
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 alarm weekly, because it could fail to operate at any
time. If your alarm fails to test properly, or if its self-
diagnostic test reveals a malfunction, immediately have the
unit replaced.
CO alarms can only sense CO that reaches the unit's sensor.
CO 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.
CO could be present on one level of the home and not reach
the 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.
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.
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