Kidde P3010CU User Manual

Combo smoke/co alarm combination photoelectric smoke and carbon monoxide alarm with voice message system
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P3010CU
Combination Photoelectric
Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm
with Voice Message System
Combo Smoke/CO Alarm User Guide
Thank you for purchasing this Kidde Combination Smoke/CO Alarm.
This model is battery operated and features a non-replaceable,
sealed-in battery and SMART HUSH
nuisance alarms.
Important: Please take a few minutes to thoroughly read this user
guide which should be saved for future reference and passed on to
any subsequent owner.
Teach children how to respond to the alarm and that they should never
play with the unit.
This Kidde Smoke/CO Alarm was designed to detect both smoke and
carbon monoxide from any source of combustion in a residential environ-
ment. It is not designed for use in a recreational vehicle (RV) or boat.
For questions concerning this alarm please call Product Support at 1-800-880-6788.
For your convenience, write down the following information. If you
call Product Support, these are the first questions you will be asked.
Smoke Alarm Model Number:
(located on back of alarm)
Date Code:
(located on back of alarm)
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
and the manufacturer recommend replacing this
alarm ten years from the date code.
Date of Purchase:
Where Purchased:
Control to temporarily silence
TM
P/N: 2555-7201-00 RevA

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  • Page 1 Teach children how to respond to the alarm and that they should never play with the unit. This Kidde Smoke/CO Alarm was designed to detect both smoke and carbon monoxide from any source of combustion in a residential environ- ment. It is not designed for use in a recreational vehicle (RV) or boat.
  • Page 2 WHAT TO DO WHEN THE ALARM SOUNDS SMOKE ALARM ACTIVATION Smoke alarm pattern is three long beeps, Voice message Fire!, three long beeps, repeating. The smoke alarm takes precedence when both smoke and carbon monoxide are present. • Alert small children in the home as well as anyone else that might have difficulty recognizing the importance of the alarm sounding or that might have difficulty leaving the area without help.
  • Page 3 WHAT TO DO WHEN THE ALARM SOUNDS CO ALARM ACTIVATION Carbon monoxide (CO) alarm pattern is four quick beeps repeating every 5 seconds, Followed by voice message "Warning Carbon Monoxide!" WARNING: Carbon monoxide alarm activation indicates the presence of Carbon Monoxide (CO) at high concentrations which can kill you.
  • Page 4 CONTENTS OF THIS USER GUIDE 1 — LIMITATIONS OF SMOKE AND CARBON MONOXIDE ALARMS 2 — RECOMMENDED LOCATIONS FOR ALARMS 3 — LOCATIONS TO AVOID 4 — INSTALLATION / MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS 5 — OPERATION AND TESTING 6 — VISUAL AND AUDIBLE INDICATIONS 7 —...
  • Page 5: Limitations Of Smoke Alarms

    (associated with slow smoldering fires) sooner than ion- ization alarms. Home fires develop in different ways and are often unpredict- able. For maximum protection, Kidde recommends that both Ionization and Photoelectric alarms be installed. • A battery powered alarm must have a battery of the specified type, in good condition and installed properly.
  • Page 6 1. LIMITATIONS OF CARBON MONOXIDE ALARMS WARNING: PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND THOROUGHLY • IMPORTANT: This carbon monoxide alarm is designed to detect carbon monoxide gas from ANY source of combustion. It is NOT designed to detect any other gas. CAUTION: This alarm will only indicate the presence of carbon monox- ide gas at the sensor.
  • Page 7 ANYWHERE ALONG THIS BOLD SURFACE 30.5 cm ANYWHERE ALONG Locations permitted for smoke THIS BOLD SURFACE alarms and smoke detectors on tray-shaped ceilings. 30.5 cm Locations permitted for smoke alarms and smoke detectors on tray-shaped ceilings. FIGURE 1 Smoke or Smoke/CO Alarms for Required Protection FIGURE 2 FIGURE 3 NFPA 72 states: “Smoke alarms in rooms with ceiling slopes greater than...
  • Page 8: Locations To Avoid

    barriers that may form at the ceiling. For more details, see MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION section. • When mounting an alarm on the ceiling, locate it at a minimum of 4” (10 cm) from the side wall. • When mounting the alarm on the wall, use an inside wall with the top edge of the alarm at a minimum of 4”...
  • Page 9 ventilation openings • Do not install near fans, doors, windows or areas directly exposed to the weather. MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION Modern mobile homes have been designed and built to be energy efficient. Install smoke alarms as recommended above. In older mobile homes that are not well insulated compared to present standards, extreme heat or cold can be transferred from the outside to the inside through poorly insulated walls and roof.
  • Page 10 OPTION 2: Mounting on Other Surfaces 1. Choose a mounting location (wall or ceiling) and using the mounting plate provided as a template, mark three- hole locations. 2. Install the three provided screws through the mounting plate and tighten. DO NOT over-tighten screws. (If mounting in plasterboard or similar surface, drill 3/16”...
  • Page 11 5. OPERATION AND TESTING OPERATION: The alarm is operating once it is activated and testing is complete. The photoelectric smoke sensor monitors the air for the presence of products of combustion. When these levels exceed the alarm threshold the alarm will sound, and be accompanied by the blinking red LED light, and voice message.
  • Page 12 Life Hush 3 days. Can be used 10 times within 30 days. If you require further information please contact Product Support at 1-800-880-6788 or write us at: Kidde, 1016 Corporate Park Drive, Mebane, NC 27302. Our internet address is www.kidde.com.
  • Page 13 7. NUISANCE AND HUSH This Smoke alarm is designed to minimize nuisance alarms. Cigarette smoke will not normally cause the unit to alarm, unless the smoke is blown directly into the alarm. Combustion particles from cooking may set off the alarm if it is located too close to a cooking appliance.
  • Page 14: Deactivation Of Alarm

    If the smoke is not too dense, after ten minutes the alarm will return to normal operation. NOTE: Dense smoke will override the SMART HUSH feature and sound a continuous alarm. CAUTION: Before using the alarm SMART HUSH feature, identify the source of the smoke and be certain safe conditions exist.
  • Page 15 TO DEACTIVATE THE ALARM: Remove the alarm from the mounting plate by rotating it in the direction indicated by the arrows on the cover of the alarm. On back side of alarm, locate the area on product label. Break through label with a screw driver. Turn the screw to the “OFF”...
  • Page 16 It’s advisable to inquire about any applicable fees prior to having the service performed. Kidde will not pay for, or reimburse the owner or user of this product, for any repair or dispatch calls related to the alarm sounding.
  • Page 17: Cleaning Your Alarm

    women, senior citizens and people with heart or respiratory problems are espe- cially vulnerable. If symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are experienced seek medical attention immediately. CO poisoning can be determined by a car- boxyhemoglobin test. The following symptoms are related to CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING and should be discussed with ALL members of the household: 1.
  • Page 18: Good Safety Habits

    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 Alarm and place in another location prior to performing any of the following: • Staining or stripping wood floors or furniture •...
  • Page 19 • Current studies have shown smoke/CO alarms may not awaken all sleeping individuals, and that it is the responsibility of individuals in the household that are capable of assisting others to provide assistance to those who may not be awakened by the alarm sound, or to those who may be incapable of safely evacuating the area unassisted.
  • Page 20 13. SERVICE INFORMATION During the specified warranty period Kidde will repair or replace, at its discretion any defective Kidde Alarms that are returned in a postage paid package to the following address: Kidde, Attn: Warranty Returns, 1016 Corporate Park Drive, Mebane, NC 27302, USA.
  • Page 21 TEN YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Kidde warrants that the enclosed alarm will be free from defects in material and work- manship or design under normal use and service for a period of ten years from the date of purchase. The obligation of Kidde under this warranty is limited to repairing or...

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