First Alert CO910V User Manual

WH T YOU WILL SEE ND HE R WITH THIS L RM
USER'S MANUAL
Under Normal Operations
Voice: Silent
10 YEAR CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM
Power LED: Flashes Green once a minute
WITH VOICE & LOCATION
Horn: Silent
Features: When You Test the larm
Voice: "Warning, evacuate carbon monoxide in [Location, example:
• Voice with programmable location
"Kitchen"]. Evacuate."
• udible and visual signals to
Horn: 4 beeps, pause, 4 beeps, voice
indicate alarm levels of CO
LED: Flashes Red
• Sealed-In Lithium
Battery — Sealed-in If Battery Becomes Low
lithium power supply;
Voice: "Please see manual." Repeated every 5 hours
no battery replacement required
Horn: chirps once a minute
over the 10 year life of the alarm.
Power LED: Flashes Green approximately once a minute
If larm is Not Operating Properly
IMPORT NT! PLE SE RE D C REFULLY ND S VE.
Voice: "Detector error in [Location, example "Kitchen"], please see
This user's manual contains important information about your
manual." Repeated every 5 hours
Carbon Monoxide larm's operation.
Horn: 3 chirps every minute
If you are installing this larm for use by others, you must leave
LED: Three Green flashes approximately once a minute
this manual—or a copy of it—with the end user.
larm has reached its End of Life
Printed in Mexico CONFORMS TO Voice: "Detector error in [Location, example "Basement"], please
Model CO910V
M08-0478-001 K1 01/14 see manual." Repeated every 5 hours
UL STD 2034
Horn: 5 chirps every minute
LED: Five Green flashes approximately once a minute
TABLE OF CONTENTS larm Levels of CO are Detected
Voice: "Warning, evacuate carbon monoxide in [Location, example:
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
"Kitchen"]. Evacuate." "____ ppm."
Basic Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Horn: 4 beeps, pause, 4 beeps, voice*
Step By Step Guide to Programming This larm . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2
LED: Flashes Red
What You Will See and Hear With This larm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
*NOTE: If unit goes into CO alarm, the regular 4 beeps-brief pause
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3
cycle will repeat for four minutes. fter four minutes, the pause will
Where to Install This larm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
increase to one minute.
Where This larm Should NOT Be Installed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
How to Install This larm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
If Your CO larm Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4
If the CO larm Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4
INSTALLATION
Using the Silence Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Weekly Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 WHERE TO INSTALL THIS ALARM
Regular Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
The National Fire Protection ssociation (NFP ) recommends that a CO
To Permanently Deactivate the CO larm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
larm should be centrally located outside of each separate sleeping
What You Need To Know bout CO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5 area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms. For added protection,
install additional CO larms in each separate bedroom, and on every
What is CO? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Symptoms of CO Poisoning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5 level of your home.
Potential Sources of CO in the Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
NOTE: For added protection, install an additional CO larm at least
How Can I Protect My Family From CO Poisoning? . . . . . . . . . . . .5 15 feet (4.6 meters) away from the furnace or fuel burning heat source
Regulatory Information For CO larms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 where possible. In smaller homes or in manufactured homes where this
distance cannot be maintained, install the larm as far away as possible
General Limitations Of CO larms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
from the furnace or other fuel burning source. Installing the larm closer
Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-6
than 15 feet (4.6 meters) will not harm the larm, but may increase the
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-6
frequency of unwanted alarms.
© 2014 BRK Brands, Inc. ll rights reserved. In general, install Carbon Monoxide larms:
Distributed by BRK Brands, Inc. • On every level of your home, including finished attics and basements.
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• In the hall near every sleeping area. If a hall is more than 40 feet (12
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meters) long, install a unit at each end.
• t the top of first-to-second floor stairs.
INTRODUCTION • t the bottom of the basement stairs.
• For additional coverage, install larms in all rooms, halls, and
BASIC SAFETY INFORMATION
storage areas, where temperatures normally remain between 40˚ F
and 100˚ F (4.4˚ C and 37.8˚ C).
• Dangers, Warnings, and Cautions alert you to important
Recommended Placement
operating instructions or to potentially hazardous situations.
Pay special attention to these items.
• This CO larm is approved for use in single-family
residences. It is NOT designed for marine or RV use.
• This carbon monoxide larm is designed to detect carbon
monoxide gas from NY source of combustion. This CO larm
is not designed to detect smoke, fire, or any other gas. It will
only indicate the presence of carbon monoxide gas at the
sensor. Carbon monoxide gas may be present in other areas.
• This unit will not operate without battery power. The CO
larm cannot work until you activate the battery power pack.
• NEVER ignore any alarm. See "If Your CO larm Sounds" for
more information on how to respond to an alarm. Failure to
In new construction AC and AC/DC smoke alarms MUST
respond can result in injury or death. be interconnected to meet NFPA recommendations.
• The Silence Features are for your convenience only and will
NOTE: For any location, make sure no door or other obstruction could
not correct a problem. See "Using the Silence Features" for
keep carbon monoxide from reaching the larm.
details. lways check your home for a potential problem
after any alarm. Failure to do so can result in injury or death.
Installing CO larms in Mobile Homes
• Test this CO larm once a week. If the larm ever fails to
For minimum security install one Smoke/CO larm as close to each
test correctly, have it replaced immediately! If the larm is
sleeping area as possible. For more security, put one unit in each room.
not working properly, it cannot alert you to a problem.
Many older mobile homes (especially those built before 1978) have little
or no insulation. If your mobile home is not well insulated, or if you are
• This product is intended for use in ordinary indoor locations
unsure of the amount of insulation, it is important to install units on
of family living units. It is not designed to measure CO levels
inside walls only.
in compliance with Occupational Safety and Health
dministration (OSH ) commercial or industrial standards.
Individuals with medical conditions that may make them
WHERE THIS ALARM SHOULD NOT BE INSTALLED
more sensitive to carbon monoxide may consider using
Do NOT locate this CO larm:
warning devices which provide audible and visual signals for
carbon monoxide concentrations under 30 ppm. For addi-
• In garages, furnace rooms, crawl spaces and unfinished attics.
tional information on carbon monoxide and your medical
void extremely dusty, dirty or greasy areas.
condition contact your physician.
• Where combustion particles are produced. Combustion particles
form when something burns. reas to avoid include poorly ventilated
kitchens, garages, and furnace rooms. Keep units at least 20 feet
STEP BY STEP GUIDE TO PROGRAMMING
(6 meters) from the sources of combustion particles (stove, furnace,
water heater, space heater) if possible. In areas where a 20-foot
THIS ALARM
(6 meter) distance is not possible – in modular, mobile, or smaller
homes, for example – it is recommended the larm be placed as
For First Time and When ctivating larm
far from these fuel-burning sources as possible. The placement
ction: larm Will Say:
recommendations are intended to keep these larms at a
reasonable distance from a fuel-burning source, and thus reduce
1. ctivate larm (If the battery "Welcome, First lert Carbon
"unwanted" alarms. Unwanted alarms can occur if a CO larm is
has not been activated, Monoxide larm."
placed directly next to a fuel-burning source. Ventilate these areas
perform Step 8 on page 3).
"No location programmed" if first
as much as possible.
time or "[Location, example:
"Kitchen"] location programmed" • In direct sunlight.
after activating larm.
• In turbulent air, like near ceiling fans or open windows. Blowing air
"To select location, press and may prevent CO from reaching the sensors.
hold test button now."
• In areas where temperature is colder than 40˚ F (4.4˚C) or hotter
2. Press & Hold Test Button if "To save location, press and hold than 100˚ F (37.8˚C). These areas include non-airconditioned crawl
you would like to program the test button after location is spaces, unfinished attics, uninsulated or poorly insulated ceilings,
porches, and garages.
location or change the location heard." larm will speak list of
of the larm. Release button locations (see below).
• In insect infested areas. Insects can clog the openings to the
after larm responds.
sensing chamber.
3. fter you hear the location of "[Location, example: "Kitchen"] • Less than 12 inches (305 mm) away from fluorescent lights.
where you are placing the location saved." Electrical "noise" can interfere with the sensor.
larm, Press & Hold the Test
If no location is chosen: "No • In "dead air" spaces. See " voiding Dead ir Spaces".
Button.
location saved."
VOIDING DE D IR SP CES
Your larm has now been programmed for the location of your choice.
vailable locations: Basement Hallway "Dead air" spaces may prevent CO from reaching the CO larm.
Office Child's Bedroom Kitchen Utility Room To avoid dead air spaces, follow installation recommendations.
Dining Room Living Room Family Room
Master Bedroom Guest Bedroom No Location
For Reprogramming
When it is necessary to reprogram the larm after the unit has been
activated and is in normal operation: Tap the Test button 5 times to
reset the larm to again access the programming menu.
For your records, please record: Replace alarm 10 years after installation. Please write the date in
the space provided:
Date Purchased: _________________
The alarm will also provide an audible End-of-Life Signal
approximately 10 years after installation to remind you to
Where Purchased: __________________________________
replace the unit.
The End-of-Life Signal can be silenced for up to 2 days.
Date Installed: ____________/____________Month/Year
Do not unplug or deactivate the alarm until you get replacement.
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HOW TO INSTALL THIS ALARM
This combination Smoke/CO larm was designed to be mounted on
the ceiling or wall. It is not a tabletop device. You must install this
device on the ceiling or wall as outlined below. Read "Where To Install
This larm" before starting.
Tools you will need: pencil, drill with 3/16" or 5mm drill bit,
flathead screwdriver, hammer.
NOTE: Be sure to mount the product in the orientation specified in
the next steps as this provides the most stability for mounting the
product to the wall. This CO larm can either be wall mounted or
placed on a tabletop.
FOR W LL MOUNTING
FOLLOW THESE SIMPLE STEPS:
1. Turn alarm upside down so the circular
shape is located in the upper left corner of
the alarm.
2. If mounting bracket is attached to alarm, lift
to separate it from the base.
3. Hold the mounting bracket against the wall
so the arrow located on the mounting plate
is pointing to the left. (The circular shape will
now be in upper right-hand corner). Trace
around the insides of the mounting slots.
4. Put the unit where it won't get covered with
dust when you drill the mounting holes.
5. Using a 3/16" (5 mm) drill bit, drill a hole through the center of the
oval outlines you traced in step #3.
6. Insert the plastic screw anchors (in the plastic bag with screws) into
the holes. Tap the screw anchors gently with a hammer, if necessary,
until they are flush with the wall.
7. Line the mounting bracket up over the plastic screw anchors.
Screw the mounting bracket to the ceiling or wall through the
mounting slots using the two screws provided.
SUGGESTED AREAS FOR INSTALLING 8. ctivate the battery. Move the activation switch to
SMOKE ALARMS, CO ALARMS, AND COMBO UNITS "ON" position against tab stop. Unit will not mount
on mounting bracket unless activated. Once unit is
activated, it cannot be turned off.
KEY:
NOTE: fter you activate the battery, the power indicator light may
SMOKE ALARMS
flash. (If the unit alarms, the light will blink rapidly, and the horn will
SMOKE ALARM WITH
repeatedly sound 4 beeps, pause, 4 beeps.)
SILENCE FEATURE
9. ttach the CO larm to the mounting
CO ALARMS
bracket. Hold alarm as shown in
diagram. Place alarm on mounting
BOTH, OR COMBINATION
SMOKE/CO ALARMS
bracket and slide to the right until
locked into place.
Suggested locations are based on
NFPA recommendations (NFPA 72
NOTE: Once the CO larm is snapped
for Smoke Alarms and NFPA 720 for
Carbon Monoxide Alarms). Always onto the mounting bracket, you can
refer to national and local codes
rotate CO larm to adjust the alignment.
before beginning any installation.
10. Test the larm. See "Weekly Testing."
T BLETOP PL CEMENT:
Your CO larm may also be placed on a tabletop by fastening the 2
stands provided. If using this approach, be sure the larm is no more
than 3 feet (0.9 meters) from the floor to minimize the risk of causing
permanent damage to the larm in the event it accidently falls to the
ground.
To ttach Tabletop Stands:
1. Hold alarm as shown in diagram.
2. Insert bottom hook of tabletop stand into slot on bottom
of alarm. Snap top hook into place.
Repeat step #1 & #2 to attach remaining
stand.
NOTE: Mounting bracket must be
removed in order to attach tabletop
stands.
IF YOUR CO ALARM SOUNDS
Type of larm
Carbon Monoxide (CO)
IF THE CO ALARM SOUNDS
" L RM-MOVE TO FRESH IR"
If you hear the CO alarm horn and the CO red light is flashing,
move everyone to a source of fresh air.
DO NOT deactivate the larm!
ctuation of your CO larm indicates the presence of carbon
monoxide (CO) which can kill you. In other words, when your CO
larm sounds, you must not ignore it!
IF THE CO L RM SIGN L SOUNDS:
1. Press the Test/Silence button.
2. Call your emergency services, fire department or 911. Write down
the number of your local emergency service here:
____________________________________________________________
3. Immediately move to fresh air—outdoors or by an open door or
window. Do a head count to check that all persons are accounted
for. Do not re-enter the premises, or move away from the open door
or window until the emergency services responder has arrived, the
premises have been aired out, and your CO larm remains in its
normal condition.
4. fter following steps 1-3, if your CO larm reactivates within a
24-hour period, repeat steps 1-3 and call a qualified appliance
technician to investigate for sources of CO from fuel-burning
equipment and appliances, and inspect for proper operation of this
equipment. If problems are identified during this inspection have the
_____________/____________Month/Year
equipment serviced immediately. Note any combustion equipment
not inspected by the technician, and consult the manufacturers'
instructions, or contact the manufacturers directly, for more
information about CO safety and this equipment. Make sure that
motor vehicles are not, and have not, been operating in an attached
garage or adjacent to the residence. Write down the number of a
qualified appliance technician here:
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IF YOUR CO L RM SOUNDS, Continued
NOTE: qualified appliance technician is defined as "a person, firm,
corporation, or company that either in person or through a representa-
tive, is engaged in and responsible for the installation, testing, servicing,
or replacement of heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HV C) equipment,
combustion appliances and equipment, and/or gas fireplaces or other
decorative combustion equipment."
P RTS OF THIS CO L RM FTER N L RM
fter the emergency responders arrive, the premises aired out, and
your CO larm remains in its normal condition, you can check what
1 Test/Silence Button
the highest carbon monoxide level sensed was:
2 Power/CO larm LED
ction: larm Will Say:
3 Speaker
1. Press & Hold Test Button "Highest carbon monoxide level
was ___ ppm. Please see manual."
"To clear highest carbon monoxide
level, press and hold test button
now."
2. Press & Hold Test Button, if you "Highest carbon monoxide level
1 Mounting bracket
would like to clear the highest cleared."
2 Mounting slots
level sensed.
If you would like to keep the larm will say nothing.
highest level in memory, do
not press anything.
USING THE SILENCE FEATURES
Never deactivate the unit to quiet an unwanted alarm. Deactivating
the alarm disables the unit and removes your protection.
The Silence Feature is intended to temporarily silence the horn while
you identify and correct the problem. Do not use the Silence Feature in
emergency situations. It will not correct a CO problem.
The Silence Feature can temporarily quiet an unwanted alarm for several
minutes. Press the Test/Silence button on the alarm cover for at least
3-5 seconds.
fter the Test/Silence button is released, the Red LED blinks during the
silence mode.
When the CO larm is Silenced
The CO larm will remain silent for up to 4 minutes. fter 4 minutes,
if CO levels remain potentially dangerous the horn will start sounding
again.
SILENCING THE LOW BATTERY WARNING
This silence feature can temporarily quiet the low battery warning
"chirp" for up to 8 hours. You can silence the low battery warning
"chirp" by pressing the Test/Silence button on the alarm cover.
Once the low battery warning "chirp" silence feature is activated, the
unit continues to flash the Green light once a minute for 8 hours. fter
8 hours, the low battery "chirp" will resume. Replace the larm as
soon as possible; this unit will not operate without battery power!
To deactivate this feature: Press the Test/Silence button again. The
unit will go into Test Mode and the low battery warning will resume
(LED flashes and unit sounds "chirp" once a minute).
SILENCING THE END OF LIFE SIGNAL
This silence feature can temporarily quiet the End of Life warning
"chirp" for up to 2 days. You can silence the End of Life warning "chirp"
by pressing the Test/Silence button. The horn will chirp, acknowledging
that the End of Life silence feature has been activated.
fter approximately 2 days, the End of Life "chirp" will resume.
WEEKLY TESTING
OFF - ON - DISCHARGE
• NEVER use an open flame of any kind to test this unit. You
might accidentally damage or set fire to the unit or to your
home. NEVER use vehicle exhaust! Exhaust may cause
permanent damage and voids your warranty.
• DO NOT stand close to the larm when the horn is sounding.
Exposure at close range may be harmful to your hearing.
When testing, step away when horn starts sounding.
It is important to test this unit every week to make sure it is working
properly. Using the test button is the recommended way to test this
CO larm.
You can test this CO larm by pressing and holding the Test/Silence
button on the larm cover until larm Voice says "Testing" (typically
3-5 seconds).
During testing, you will see and hear the following sequence:
• The Horn will sound 4 beeps, pause, 4 beeps. The larm Voice
will say "Warning, evacuate carbon monoxide in [Location,
example: "Kitchen"]. Evacuate." The POWER LED flashes Red.
If the unit does not alarm, make sure it has been activated correctly,
and test again. If the unit still does not alarm, replace it immediately.
REGULAR MAINTENANCE
This unit has been designed to be as maintenance-free as possible, but
there are a few simple things you must do to keep it working properly.
• Test it at least once a week.
• Clean the CO larm at least once a month; gently vacuum the
outside of the CO larm using your household vacuum's soft brush
attachment. can of clean compressed air (sold at computer or
office supply stores) may also be used. Follow manufacturer
instructions for use. Test the CO larm. Never use water, cleaners
or solvents since they may damage the unit.
• If the CO larm becomes contaminated by excessive dirt, dust
and/or grime, and cannot be cleaned to avoid unwanted alarms,
replace the unit immediately.
• Relocate the unit if it sounds frequent unwanted alarms. See
What You See and Hear
"Where This larm Should Not Be Installed" for details.
Voice: "Warning, evacuate carbon
monoxide in [Location,
ctual battery service life depends on the CO larm and the environment
example: "Kitchen"].
in which it is installed. Regardless of the manufacturer's suggested
Evacuate." "____ ppm."
battery life, you MUST replace the larm immediately once the unit
Horn: 4 beeps, pause, 4 beeps, starts "chirping" (the "low battery warning").
voice
LED: Flashes Red
TO PERMANENTLY DEACTIVATE THE CO ALARM
fter 10 years of operation or Low Battery
warning, deactivate the larm: Insert a tool
below edge where shown and break tab.
Then slide activation switch to discharge mode.
NOTE: t end of life or low battery indication (chirp): unit must be
put in to deactivation mode to discharge remaining stored energy
in battery. Unit will no longer function once put into this mode.
Unit will resist re-mounting.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CO
WHAT IS CO?
CO is an invisible, odorless, tasteless gas produced when fossil fuels
do not burn completely, or are exposed to heat (usually fire). Electrical
appliances typically do not produce CO.
These fuels include: Wood, coal, charcoal, oil, natural gas, gasoline,
kerosene, and propane.
Common appliances are often sources of CO. If they are not properly
maintained, are improperly ventilated, or malfunction, CO levels can
rise quickly. CO is a real danger now that homes are more energy
efficient. " ir-tight" homes with added insulation, sealed windows,
and other weatherproofing can "trap" CO inside.
SYMPTOMS OF CO POISONING
These symptoms are related to CO POISONING and should be
discussed with LL household members.
Mild Exposure: Slight headache, nausea, vomiting, fatigue ("flu-like"
symptoms).
Medium Exposure: Throbbing headache, drowsiness, confusion, fast
heart rate.
Extreme Exposure: Convulsions, unconsciousness, heart and lung
failure. Exposure to Carbon Monoxide can cause brain damage, death.
______________________________
Continued...
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SYMPTOMS OF CO POISONING, Continued
This CO larm measures exposure to CO over time. It alarms if CO levels
are extremely high in a short period of time, or if CO levels reach a certain
minimum over a long period of time. The CO larm generally sounds an
alarm before the onset of symptoms in average, healthy adults. Why is this
important? Because you need to be warned of a potential CO problem while
you can still react in time. In many reported cases of CO exposure, victims
may be aware that they are not feeling well, but become disoriented and can
no longer react well enough to exit the building or get help. lso, young chil-
dren and pets may be the first affected. The average healthy adult might not
feel any symptoms when the CO larm sounds. However, people with cardiac
or respiratory problems, infants, unborn babies, pregnant mothers, or elderly
people can be more quickly and severely affected by CO. If you experience
even mild symptoms of CO poisoning, consult your doctor immediately!
FINDING THE SOURCE OF CO AFTER AN ALARM
Carbon monoxide is an odorless, invisible gas, which often makes it difficult
to locate the source of CO after an alarm. These are a few of the factors that
can make it difficult to locate sources of CO:
• House well ventilated before the investigator arrives.
• Problem caused by "backdrafting."
• Transient CO problem caused by special circumstances.
Because CO may dissipate by the time an investigator arrives, it may be
difficult to locate the source of CO. BRK Brands, Inc. shall not be obligated
to pay for any carbon monoxide investigation or service call.
POTENTIAL SOURCES OF CO IN THE HOME
Fuel-burning appliances like: portable
heater, gas or wood burning fireplace, gas
kitchen range or cooktop, gas clothes
dryer.
Damaged or insufficient venting:
corroded or disconnected water heater
vent pipe, leaking chimney pipe or flue,
or cracked heat exchanger, blocked or
clogged chimney opening.
Improper use of appliance/device:
operating a barbecue grill or vehicle
in an enclosed area (like a garage or
screened porch).
Transient CO Problems: "transient" or on-again-off-again CO problems can
be caused by outdoor conditions and other special circumstances.
The following conditions can result in transient CO situations:
1. Excessive spillage or reverse venting of fuel appliances caused by out-
door conditions such as:
• Wind direction and/or velocity, including high, gusty winds. Heavy air
in the vent pipes (cold/humid air with extended
periods between cycles).
• Negative pressure differential resulting from the use of exhaust fans.
• Several appliances running at the same time competing for limited
fresh air.
• Vent pipe connections vibrating loose from clothes dryers, furnaces,
or water heaters.
• Obstructions in or unconventional vent pipe designs which can amplify
the above situations.
2. Extended operation of unvented fuel burning devices (range, oven, fireplace).
3. Temperature inversions, which can trap exhaust close to the ground.
4. Car idling in an open or closed attached garage, or near a home.
These conditions are dangerous because they can trap exhaust in your home.
Since these conditions can come and go, they are also hard to recreate
during a CO investigation.
HOW CAN I PROTECT MY FAMILY FROM
CO POISONING?
CO larm is an excellent means of protection. It monitors the air and
sounds a loud alarm before Carbon Monoxide levels become threatening for
average, healthy adults.
CO larm is not a substitute for proper maintenance of home appliances.
To help prevent CO problems and reduce the risk of CO poisoning:
• Clean chimneys and flues yearly. Keep them free of debris, leaves,
and nests for proper air flow. lso, have a professional check for rust
and corrosion, cracks, or separations. These conditions can prevent
proper air movement and cause backdrafting. Never "cap" or cover a
chimney in any way that would block air flow.
• Test and maintain all fuel-burning equipment annually. Many local gas
or oil companies and HV C companies offer appliance inspections for
a nominal fee.
• Make regular visual inspections of all fuel-burning appliances. Check
appliances for excessive rust and scaling. lso check the flame on
the burner and pilot lights. The flame should be blue. yellow flame
means fuel is not being burned completely and CO may be present.
Keep the blower door on the furnace closed. Use vents or fans when
they are available on all fuel-burning appliances. Make sure appliances
are vented to the outside. Do not grill or barbecue indoors, or in
garages or on screen porches.
• Check for exhaust backflow from CO sources. Check the draft hood
on an operating furnace for a backdraft. Look for cracks on furnace
heat exchangers.
• Check the house or garage on the other side of shared wall.
• Keep windows and doors open slightly. If you suspect that CO is
escaping into your home, open a window or a door. Opening windows
and doors can significantly decrease CO levels.
In addition, familiarize yourself with all enclosed materials. Read this
manual in its entirety, and make sure you understand what to do if your
CO larm sounds.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
If the larm... Problem...
Horn "chirps" about once per minute; Low battery warning.
Voice: "Please see manual" every 5 hours
Horn sounds three "chirps" every minute; M LFUNCTION SIGN L. Device is not
Voice: "Detector error in [Location, example working properly, and needs to be replaced.
"Kitchen"], please see manual" repeated every
5 hours; LED has 3 Green flashes with "chirps".
The light flashes GREEN and the horn sounds 5 END OF LIFE SIGN L. larm needs to be
"chirps" every minute; replaced.
Voice: "Detector error in [Location, example
"Basement"], please see manual." Repeated
every 5 hours.
CO larm goes back into alarm 4 minutes after CO levels indicate a potentially dangerous
you Silence it. situation.
CO larm sounds frequently even though no high The CO larm may be improperly located. Refer
levels of CO are revealed in an investigation. to "Where to Install This larm" for details.
If you have questions that cannot be answered by reading this manual, call Consumer ffairs at 1-800-323-9005, M-F 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (CST)
LIMITED WARRANTY
BRK Brands, Inc., ("BRK") the maker of First lert ® brand products warrants that for a period of ten years from the date of purchase, this product will
be free from defects in material and workmanship. BRK, at its option, will repair or replace this product or any component of the product found to be
defective during the warranty period. Replacement will be made with a new or remanufactured product or component. If the product is no longer available,
replacement may be made with a similar product of equal or greater value. This is your exclusive warranty. This warranty is valid for the original retail
purchaser from the date of initial retail purchase and is not transferable. Keep the original sales receipt. Proof of purchase is required to obtain warranty
performance. BRK dealers, service centers, or retail stores selling BRK products do not have the right to alter, modify or any way change the terms and
conditions of this warranty.
This warranty does not cover normal wear of parts or damage resulting from any of the following: negligent use or misuse of the product, use on improper
voltage or current, use contrary to the operating instructions, disassembly, repair or alteration by anyone other than BRK or an authorized service center.
Further, the warranty does not cover cts of God, such as fire, flood, hurricanes and tornadoes or any batteries that are included with this unit.
BRK shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by the breach of any express or implied warranty. Except to the extent
prohibited by applicable law, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in duration to the duration of the above
warranty. Some states, provinces or jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how
long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may
also have other rights that vary from state to state or province to province.
How to Obtain Warranty Service
Service: If service is required, do not return the product to your retailer. In order to obtain warranty service, contact the Consumer ffairs Division at
1-800-323-9005, 7:30 M - 5:00 PM Central Standard Time, Monday through Friday. To assist us in serving you, please have the model number and date
of purchase available when calling. For Warranty Service return to: 25 Spur Drive, El Paso, TX 79906
Disposal: Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with regular household waste. Please recycle where facilities exist.
Check local requirements for disposal of Li-Ion electronic devices.
The larm should be deactivated before disposal. See page 4, "To Permanently Deactivate the CO larm".
You can also return your larm to us for disposal. For return address see above. Please include a note confirming the product is being returned for disposal.
Continued... First lert ® is a registered trademark of the First lert Trust.
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REGULATORY INFORMATION FOR
CO ALARMS
WH T LEVELS OF CO C USE N L RM?
Underwriters Laboratories Inc. Standard UL2034 requires residential CO
larms to sound when exposed to levels of CO and exposure times as
described below. They are measured in parts per million (ppm) of CO over
time (in minutes).
UL2034 Required larm Points*:
• If the alarm is exposed to 400 ppm of CO, IT MUST L RM
BETWEEN 4 and 15 MINUTES.
• If the alarm is exposed to 150 ppm of CO, IT MUST L RM
BETWEEN 10 and 50 MINUTES.
• If the alarm is exposed to 70 ppm of CO, IT MUST L RM
BETWEEN 60 and 240 MINUTES.
* pproximately 10% COHb exposure at levels of 10% to 95% Relative
Humidity (RH).
The unit is designed not to alarm when exposed to a constant level of 30 ppm
for 30 days.
CO larms are designed to alarm before there is an immediate life threat.
Since you cannot see or smell CO, never assume it's not present.
• n exposure to 100 ppm of CO for 20 minutes may not affect average,
healthy adults, but after 4 hours the same level may cause headaches.
• n exposure to 400 ppm of CO may cause headaches in average,
healthy adults after 35 minutes, but can cause death after 2 hours.
Standards: Underwriters Laboratories Inc. Single and Multiple Station
carbon monoxide alarms UL2034.
ccording to Underwriters Laboratories Inc. UL2034, Section 1-1.2: "Carbon
monoxide alarms covered by these requirements are intended to respond to
the presence of carbon monoxide from sources such as, but not limited to,
exhaust from internal-combustion engines, abnormal operation of fuel-fired
appliances, and fireplaces. CO larms are intended to alarm at carbon
monoxide levels below those that could cause a loss of ability to react to the
dangers of Carbon Monoxide exposure." This CO larm monitors the air at
the larm, and is designed to alarm before CO levels become life threatening.
This allows you precious time to leave the house and correct the problem.
This is only possible if larms are located, installed, and maintained as
described in this manual.
Gas Detection at Typical Temperature and Humidity Ranges: The CO
larm is not formulated to detect CO levels below 30 ppm typically. UL
tested for false alarm resistance to Methane (500 ppm), Butane (300 ppm),
Heptane (500 ppm), Ethyl cetate (200 ppm), Isopropyl lcohol (200 ppm)
and Carbon Dioxide (5000 ppm). Values measure gas and vapor concentra-
tions in parts per million.
udible larm: 85 dB minimum at 10 feet (3 meters).
GENERAL LIMITATIONS OF CO ALARMS
This CO larm is intended for residential use. It is not intended for use in
industrial applications where Occupational Safety and Health dministration
(OSH ) requirements for Carbon Monoxide larms must be met. This device
is not intended to alert hearing impaired residents. CO larms are not yet
available for the hearing impaired.
CO larms may not waken all individuals. Practice the escape plan at
least twice a year, making sure that everyone is involved – from kids to
grandparents. llow children to master fire escape planning and practice
before holding a fire drill at night when they are sleeping. If children or others
do not readily waken to the sound of the CO larm, or if there are infants or
family members with mobility limitations, make sure that someone is
assigned to assist them in the event of an emergency. It is recommended
that you hold a fire drill while family members are sleeping in order to
determine their response to the sound of the CO larm while sleeping and to
determine whether they may need assistance in the event of an emergency.
This CO larm will not sense CO that does not reach the sensors. It will
only sense CO at the sensor. CO may be present in other areas. Doors or
other obstructions may affect the rate at which CO reaches the sensors.
If bedroom doors are usually closed at night, we recommend you install a
CO larm in each bedroom and in the hallway between them.
This CO larm may not sense CO on another level of the home.
Example: This alarm device, installed on the second floor, may not sense CO
in the basement. For this reason, one alarm device may not give adequate
early warning.
CO larms may not be heard. The alarm horn loudness meets or exceeds
current UL standards of 85 dB at 10 feet (3 meters). However, if the CO
larm is installed outside the bedroom, it may not wake up a sound sleeper
or one who has recently used drugs or has been drinking alcoholic bever-
ages. This is especially true if the door is closed or only partly open. Even
persons who are awake may not hear the alarm horn if the sound is blocked
by distance or closed doors. Noise from traffic, stereo, radio, television, air
conditioner, or other appliances may also prevent alert persons from hearing
the alarm horn. This CO larm is not intended for people who are hearing
impaired.
This CO larm is not a substitute for life insurance. Though this CO larm
warns against increasing CO levels, BRK Brands, Inc. does not warrant or
imply in any way that they will protect lives. Homeowners and renters must
still insure their lives.
This CO larm has a limited life. lthough this CO larm and all of its parts
have passed many stringent tests and are designed to be as reliable as
possible, any of these parts could fail at any time. Therefore, you must test
this device weekly. The unit should be replaced immediately if it is not
operating properly.
This CO larm is not foolproof. Like all other electronic devices, this CO
larm has limitations. It can only detect CO that reaches the sensors. It may
not give early warning of the source of CO is in a remote part of the home,
away from the alarm device.
You should...
Immediately replace the larm.
Units under warranty should be returned to
manufacturer for replacement. See "Limited
Warranty" for details.
Immediately replace the larm.
IF YOU RE FEELING SYMPTOMS OF CO
POISONING, EV CU TE your home and call
911 or the Fire Department. Refer to "If The CO
larm Sounds" for details.
Relocate your larm. If frequent alarms
continue, have home rechecked for potential
CO problems. You may be experiencing an
intermittent CO problem.
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