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Kidde KN-COPF-i User Manual

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Carbon Monoxide Alarm

User's Guide
Model: KN-COPF-i
• 120V AC Wire-In
• Rechargeable Battery Backup
• Digital Display
• Interconnectable with other Kidde alarms
ATTENTION: Please take a few minutes to thoroughly read this
user's guide, which should be saved for future reference and
passed on to any subsequent owner.
Manual P/N 820-1387 Rev. A
2527-7201-00

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  • Page 1: Carbon Monoxide Alarm

    • 120V AC Wire-In • Rechargeable Battery Backup • Digital Display • Interconnectable with other Kidde alarms ATTENTION: Please take a few minutes to thoroughly read this user’s guide, which should be saved for future reference and passed on to any subsequent owner.
  • Page 2 What to do When the Alarm Sounds! Carbon Monoxide Alarm Procedure WARNING: Activation of the CO Alarm indicates the presence of Carbon Monoxide (CO) which can kill you. 1) Operate the Test/Reset button; 2) Call your emergency services (Fire Department or 911); PHONE NUMBER: 3) Immediately move to fresh air - outdoors or by an open door/window.
  • Page 3 Note: Many times throughout this User’s Guide, we will refer to Carbon Monoxide as “CO”. This Kidde carbon monoxide (CO) alarm is an important part of your family’s home safety plan. This alarm has been designed and tested to detect CO buildup in a residential environment. Your alarm is for use specifically in the home.
  • Page 4 This alarm has not been investigated for carbon monoxide detec- tion below 70 PPM. Contents of This User’s Guide 1. Information About Carbon Monoxide 2. Product Features and Specifications 3. Installation Locations 4. Installation Instructions 5. Alarm Characteristics 6. KN-COPF-i Operating Characteristics 7. Maintenance 8. Limited Warranty...
  • Page 5 1. Information About Carbon Monoxide General Carbon Monoxide Information Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless and tasteless poison gas that can be fatal when inhaled. CO inhibits the blood’s capacity to carry oxy- gen. Periodically review this alarm manual and discuss your CO alarm emer- gency procedure with all the members of your family.
  • Page 6 See “What to do When the Alarm Sounds” (inside front cover). Low Levels: Generally below 50 PPM. Kidde recommends you take action to eliminate the source of CO. See “What to do When the Alarm Sounds” (inside front cover).
  • Page 7 1. Information About Carbon Monoxide exchangers. • Vehicles and other combustion engines running in an open or closed garage, attached or near a home. • Burning charcoal or fuel in grills and hibachis in an enclosed area. Conditions That Can Produce Carbon Monoxide The following conditions can result in transient CO situations: •...
  • Page 8 1. Information About Carbon Monoxide to low levels may cause symptoms, as well as short-term exposures to high levels. This Kidde unit has a time-weighted alarm – the higher the level of CO present, the sooner the alarm will be triggered.
  • Page 9 2. Product Features and Specifications Model KN-COPF-i Digital Display Green LED Red LED Amber LED Test/Reset Peak Level Button Button Alarm Sounder IMPORTANT: Seven (7) years after the initial power up, this alarm will “beep” every 30 seconds and display "End" to indicate that it is time to replace the alarm.
  • Page 10 70 PPM = 60-240 min., 150 PPM = 10-50 min., 400 PPM = 4-15 min. Interconnection with Other Alarms: This Kidde CO alarm can be used as a single-station alarm or intercon- nected with other Kidde alarms. This alarm can be interconnected direct-...
  • Page 11 (4.4°C) or hotter than 100°F (37.8°C) such as crawl spaces, attics, porches and garages. • Do not install within 5 ft. of heating or cooking appliances. (Kidde recommends 15 ft. to prevent nuisance alarms). • Do not install near vents, flues, chimneys or any forced/unforced air ventilation openings.

  • Page 12: Installation Instructions

    • When alarms are interconnected, all interconnected units must be powered from a single circuit. • A maximum of 24 Kidde devices may be interconnected in a multiple- station arrangement. The interconnect system should not exceed the NFPA interconnect limit of 12 smoke alarms and/or 18 alarms total...
  • Page 13 Accessory First CO Alarm Additional (See list of compatible CO Alarm Kidde devices) Interconnect Wiring Diagram Wiring The diagram above illustrates interconnection wiring. Improper connec- tion will result in damage to the alarm, failure to operate, or a shock hazard.
  • Page 14 4. Installation Instructions Mounting • After selecting the proper location for your CO alarm and wiring the AC Quick- Connector harness, plug the AC Quick- Connector into the mating connector in the back of the alarm. Be sure the con- nectors snap together securely.
  • Page 15 CO is eliminated. If this unit is interconnected with other Kidde CO alarms, the amber LED (Initiating Alarm) of the unit which has detected the CO, will light for the duration of the alarm.
  • Page 16 6. Model KN-COPF-i Operating Characteristics Whenever the alarm is operating, the green Power LED is illuminated and the digital display will display “0” to indicate the unit is monitoring for CO. If the alarm senses dangerous levels of CO, the red Alarm LED...

  • Page 17: Peak Level Memory

    6. Model KN-COPF-i Operating Characteristics LED Display Shows Alarm Sound Unit Status Recommendation Steady “Err” One quick Unit malfunction Press the Test/Reset Red LED flashes every beep every button. If “Err” con- 30 seconds 30 seconds tinues, unit has mal- functioned.
  • Page 18 LED will illuminate. Within several seconds the unit will return to monitor for CO. If interconnected to Kidde smoke alarms, pressing the Test/Reset button on the CO alarm will have no effect on the smoke alarms. The smoke alarms will not be tested and will not alarm.
  • Page 19 7. Maintenance Alarm Removal Turn off the power to the alarm. Remove the alarm from the electrical box by unscrewing the four screws under the cover securing the alarm. Disconnect the AC Quick-Connector harness by pulling the connector apart. To permanently deactivate the battery for return or disposal purposes prior to it reaching end of life: turn off AC power, remove the alarm from the electrical box, disconnect the AC wires, puncture the label on the back of the unit, and press the small switch using a pen or other...
  • Page 20 IMPORTANT: Do not remove unit back cover. Back cover removal will void warranty. Your Kidde Carbon Monoxide Alarm is 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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