First Alert SCO7B User Manual

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CO For additional coverage, it is recommended that you install a Smoke Alarm in
all rooms, halls, storage areas, finished attics, and basements, where tempera-
WHAT IS CO?
tures normally remain between 40˚ F (4˚ C) and 100˚ F (38˚ C). Make sure no
CO is an invisible, odorless, tasteless gas produced when fossil fuels do not
door or other obstruction could keep smoke from reaching the Smoke Alarms.
burn completely, or are exposed to heat (usually fire). Electrical appliances
More specifically, install Smoke Alarms:
typically do not produce CO.
• On every level of your home, including finished attics and basements.
These fuels include: Wood, coal, charcoal, oil, natural gas, gasoline, kerosene,
• Inside every bedroom, especially if people sleep with the door partly or
and propane.
completely closed.
Common appliances are often sources of CO. If they are not properly main-
• In the hall near every sleeping area. If your home has multiple sleeping
tained, are improperly ventilated, or malfunction, CO levels can rise quickly.
areas, install a unit in each. If a hall is more than 40 feet long (12 meters),
CO is a real danger now that homes are more energy efficient. "Air-tight"
install a unit at each end.
homes with added insulation, sealed windows, and other weatherproofing
• At the top of the first-to-second floor stairway, and at the bottom
can "trap" CO inside.
of the basement stairway.
SYMPTOMS OF CO POISONING
These symptoms are related to CO POISONING and should be discussed with
Specific requirements for Smoke Alarm installation vary from state to state
ALL household members.
and from region to region. Check with your local Fire Department for current
Mild Exposure: Slight headache, nausea, vomiting, fatigue ("flu-like" symptoms).
requirements in your area. It is recommended AC or AC/DC units be inter-
Medium Exposure: Throbbing headache, drowsiness, confusion, fast heart rate. connected for added protection.
Extreme Exposure: Convulsions, unconsciousness, heart and lung failure.
Exposure to Carbon Monoxide can cause brain damage, death.
This CO Alarm 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 mini-
mum over a long period of time. The CO Alarm 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. Also, young children and pets may
be the first affected. The average healthy adult might not feel any symptoms
when the CO Alarm 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
INSTALLING SMOKE ALARMS IN MOBILE HOMES
Carbon monoxide is an odorless, invisible gas, which often makes it difficult to
For minimum security install one Smoke Alarm as close to each sleeping area as
locate the source of CO after an alarm. These are a few of the factors that can
possible. For more security, put one unit in each room. Many older mobile homes
make it difficult to locate sources of CO:
(especially those built before 1978) have little or no insulation. If your mobile home
• House well ventilated before the investigator arrives.
is not well insulated, or if you are unsure of the amount of insulation, it is important
• Problem caused by "backdrafting." to install units on inside walls only. Smoke Alarms should be installed where
temperatures normally remain between 40˚ F (4˚ C) and 100˚ F (38˚ C).
• Transient CO problem caused by special circumstances.
Because CO may dissipate by the time an investigator arrives, it may be diffi- AGENCY PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS
cult to locate the source of CO. BRK Brands, Inc. shall not be obligated to
pay for any carbon monoxide investigation or service call.
This equipment should be installed in accordance with NFPA (National Fire
Protection Association) 72 and 101. National Fire Protection Association,
POTENTIAL SOURCES OF CO IN THE HOME
One Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269-9101. Additional local building
Fuel-burning appliances like:
and regulatory codes may apply in your area. Always check compliance
portable heater, gas or wood
requirements before beginning any installation.
burning fireplace, gas kitchen
Standards: Underwriters Laboratories Inc. Single and Multiple Station Smoke
range or cooktop, gas clothes dryer.
Alarms 217 .
Damaged or insufficient venting:
NFPA 72 (National Fire Code)
corroded or disconnected water heater
Smoke Alarms shall be installed in each separate sleeping room, outside each
vent pipe, leaking chimney pipe or flue,
or cracked heat exchanger, blocked or sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms and on each additional
story of the family living unit, including basements and excluding crawl spaces
clogged chimney opening.
and unfinished attics.
Improper use of appliance/device:
In new construction, Alarms shall be so arranged that operation of any one Alarm
operating a barbecue grill or vehicle
shall cause the operation of all Alarms within the dwelling.
in an enclosed area (like a garage or
Smoke Detection-Are More Smoke Alarms Desirable? The required number of
screened porch).
Smoke Alarms might not provide reliable early warning protection for those areas
Transient CO Problems: "transient" or on-again-off-again CO problems can
separated by a door from the areas protected by the required Smoke Alarms.
be caused by outdoor conditions and other special circumstances.
For this reason, it is recommended that the householder consider the use of
The following conditions can result in transient CO situations:
additional Smoke Alarms for those areas for increased protection. The additional
areas include the basement, bedrooms, dining room, furnace room, utility room,
1. Excessive spillage or reverse venting of fuel appliances caused by outdoor
conditions such as: and hallways not protected by the required Smoke Alarms. The installation of
Smoke Alarms in kitchens, attics (finished or unfinished), or garages is not
• Wind direction and/or velocity, including high, gusty winds. Heavy air in
normally recommended, as these locations occasionally experience conditions
the vent pipes (cold/humid air with extended periods between cycles).
that can result in improper operation.
• Negative pressure differential resulting from the use of exhaust fans.
California State Fire Marshal (CSFM)
• Several appliances running at the same time competing for limited fresh
Early warning detection is best achieved by the installation of fire detection
air.
equipment in all rooms and areas of the household as follows: A Smoke Alarm
• Vent pipe connections vibrating loose from clothes dryers, furnaces, or
installed in each separate sleeping area (in the vicinity, but outside bedrooms),
water heaters.
and Heat or Smoke Alarms in the living rooms, dining rooms, bedrooms,
• Obstructions in or unconventional vent pipe designs which can amplify
kitchens, hallways, finished attics, furnace rooms, closets, utility and storage
the above situations.
rooms, basements, and attached garages.
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. This Smoke/CO Alarm is intended for residential use. It is not intended for use
in industrial applications where Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Since these conditions can come and go, they are also hard to recreate during
(OSHA) requirements for Carbon Monoxide Alarms must be met. The Smoke
a CO investigation.
Alarm portion of this device is not intended to alert hearing impaired residents.
Special purpose Smoke Alarms should be installed for hearing impaired resi-
HOW CAN I PROTECT MY FAMILY FROM
dents (CO Alarms are not yet available for the hearing impaired).
CO POISONING?
Smoke/CO Alarms may not waken all individuals. Practice the escape
A CO Alarm is an excellent means of protection. It monitors the air and sounds plan at least twice a year, making sure that everyone is involved – from kids to
a loud alarm before Carbon Monoxide levels become threatening for average,
grandparents. Allow children to master fire escape planning and practice before
healthy adults. holding a fire drill at night when they are sleeping. If children or others do not
readily waken to the sound of the Smoke/CO Alarm, or if there are infants or
A CO Alarm is not a substitute for proper maintenance of home appliances.
family members with mobility limitations, make sure that someone is assigned
To help prevent CO problems and reduce the risk of CO poisoning:
to assist them in fire drill and in the event of an emergency. It is recommended
• Clean chimneys and flues yearly. Keep them free of debris, leaves, and
that you hold a fire drill while family members are sleeping in order to deter-
nests for proper air flow. Also, have a professional check for rust and
mine their response to the sound of the Smoke/CO Alarm while sleeping and to
corrosion, cracks, or separations. These conditions can prevent proper
determine whether they may need assistance in the event of an emergency.
air movement and cause backdrafting. Never "cap" or cover a chimney
Smoke/CO Alarms cannot work without power. Battery operated units cannot
in any way that would block air flow.
work if the batteries are missing, disconnected or dead, if the wrong type of bat-
• Test and maintain all fuel-burning equipment annually. Many local gas or
teries are used, or if the batteries are not installed correctly. AC units cannot work
oil companies and HVAC companies offer appliance inspections for a
if the AC power is cut off for any reason (open fuse or circuit breaker, failure along
nominal fee.
a power line or at a power station, electrical fire that burns the electrical wires,
• Make regular visual inspections of all fuel-burning appliances. Check etc.). If you are concerned about the limitations of battery or AC power, install both
appliances for excessive rust and scaling. Also check the flame on the
types of units.
burner and pilot lights. The flame should be blue. A yellow flame means
This Smoke/CO Alarm will not sense smoke or CO that does not reach
fuel is not being burned completely and CO may be present. Keep the
the sensors. It will only sense smoke or CO at the sensor. Smoke or CO may
blower door on the furnace closed. Use vents or fans when they are
be present in other areas. Doors or other obstructions may affect the rate at
available on all fuel-burning appliances. Make sure appliances are vent-
which CO or smoke reaches the sensors. If bedroom doors are usually closed
ed to the outside. Do not grill or barbecue indoors, or in garages or on
at night, we recommend you install an alarm device (Combination CO and
screen porches.
Smoke Alarm, or separate CO Alarms and Smoke Alarms) in each bedroom
• Check for exhaust backflow from CO sources. Check the draft hood on and in the hallway between them.
an operating furnace for a backdraft. Look for cracks on furnace heat
This Smoke/CO Alarm may not sense smoke or CO on another level of
exchangers.
the home. Example: This alarm device, installed on the second floor, may not
• Check the house or garage on the other side of shared wall. sense smoke or CO in the basement. For this reason, one alarm device may
• 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 If the Alarm...
CO Alarm sounds.
Horn "chirps" about once per minute;
REGULATORY INFORMATION FOR Voice: "Replace battery in [Location]" every 5 hours
SMOKE/CO ALARMS
Horn does three rapid "chirps" every minute;
Voice: "Detector error in [Location, example
REGULATORY INFORMATION FOR CO ALARMS
"Kitchen"], please see manual" repeated every
WHAT LEVELS OF CO CAUSE AN ALARM?
5 hours; LED has 3 rapid flashes with "chirps".
Underwriters Laboratories Inc. Standard UL2034 requires residential CO
Alarms to sound when exposed to levels of CO and exposure times as Carbon Monoxide Alarm ONLY:
described below. They are measured in parts per million (ppm) of CO over
CO Alarm goes back into alarm 4 minutes after you
time (in minutes).
Silence it.
UL2034 Required Alarm Points*:
• If the alarm is exposed to 400 ppm of CO, IT MUST ALARM BETWEEN
4 and 15 MINUTES.
• If the alarm is exposed to 150 ppm of CO, IT MUST ALARM BETWEEN CO Alarm sounds frequently even though no high
levels of CO are revealed in an investigation.
10 and 50 MINUTES.
• If the alarm is exposed to 70 ppm if CO, IT MUST ALARM BETWEEN
60 and 240 MINUTES.
* Approximately 10% COHb exposure at levels of 10% to 95% Relative
Smoke Alarm ONLY:
Humidity (RH).
Smoke Alarm sounds when no smoke is visible.
The unit is designed not to alarm when exposed to a constant level
of 30 ppm for 30 days.
CO Alarms are designed to alarm before there is an immediate life threat.
Since you cannot see or smell CO, never assume it's not present.
*For a list of acceptable replacement batteries, see "Regular Maintenance."
• An 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.
If you have questions that cannot be answered by reading this manual, call Consumer Affairs at 1-800-323-9005, M-F 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (CST)
• An 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.
BRK Brands, Inc., ("BRK") the maker of First Alert
According to Underwriters Laboratories Inc. UL2034, Section 1-1.2: "Carbon
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
monoxide alarms covered by these requirements are intended to respond to the
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
presence of carbon monoxide from sources such as, but not limited to, exhaust
product of equal or greater value. This is your exclusive warranty.
from internal-combustion engines, abnormal operation of fuel-fired appliances,
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
and fireplaces. CO Alarms are intended to alarm at carbon monoxide levels
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
below those that could cause a loss of ability to react to the dangers of Carbon
terms and conditions of this warranty.
Monoxide exposure." This CO Alarm monitors the air at the Alarm, and is
designed to alarm before CO levels become life threatening. This allows you 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
precious time to leave the house and correct the problem. This is only possible 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 Acts of God, such as fire, flood, hurricanes and tornadoes or any batteries that are included with this unit.
if Alarms are located, installed, and maintained as described in this manual.
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
Gas Detection at Typical Temperature and Humidity Ranges: The CO Alarm
is not formulated to detect CO levels below 30 ppm typically. UL tested for false 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
alarm resistance to Methane (500 ppm), Butane (300 ppm), Heptane (500 ppm),
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.
Ethyl Acetate (200 ppm), Isopropyl Alcohol (200 ppm) and Carbon Dioxide (5000
ppm). Values measure gas and vapor concentrations in parts per million.
How to Obtain Warranty Service
Audible Alarm: 85 dB minimum at 10 feet (3 meters). Service: If service is required, do not return the product to your retailer. In order to obtain warranty service, contact the Consumer Affairs Division at 1-800-323-9005,
7:30 AM - 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.
REGULATORY INFORMATION FOR SMOKE ALARMS
25 Spur Drive, El Paso, TX 79906
RECOMMENDED LOCATIONS FOR SMOKE ALARMS Battery: BRK Brands, Inc. make no warranty, express or implied, written or oral, including that of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose with respect
Installing Smoke Alarms in Single-Family Residences to battery.
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), recommends one Smoke Alarm
on every floor, in every sleeping area, and in every bedroom. In new construction,
For your records, please record:
the Smoke Alarms must be AC powered and interconnected. See "Agency
Placement Recommendations" for details.
Date Purchased: ____________Where Purchased: ______________________
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ABOUT SMOKE ALARMS
Battery (DC) operated Smoke Alarms: Provide protection even when
electricity fails, provided the batteries are fresh and correctly installed. Units
are easy to install, and do not require professional installation.
AC powered Smoke Alarms: Can be interconnected so if one unit senses
smoke, all units alarm. They do not operate if electricity fails.
AC with battery (DC) back-up: will operate if electricity fails, provided the
batteries are fresh and correctly installed. AC and AC/DC units must be
installed by a qualified electrician.
Smoke/CO Alarms for Solar or Wind Energy users and battery backup
power systems: AC powered Smoke/CO Alarms should only be operated
with true or pure sine wave inverters. Operating this Alarm with most battery-
powered UPS (uninterruptible power supply) products or square wave or
"quasi sine wave" inverters will damage the Alarm. If you are not sure about
your inverter or UPS type, please consult with the manufacturer to verify.
Smoke Alarms for the hearing impaired: Special purpose Smoke Alarms
should be installed for the hearing impaired. They include a visual alarm and an
audible alarm horn, and meet the requirements of the Americans With Disabilities
Act. Can be interconnected so if one unit senses smoke, all units alarm.
Smoke alarms are not to be used with detector guards unless the
combination has been evaluated and found suitable for that purpose.
All these Smoke Alarms are designed to provide early warning of fires if located,
installed and cared for as described in the user's manual, and if smoke reaches
the Alarm. If you are unsure which type of Smoke Alarm to install, refer the
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standard 72 (National Fire Alarm
Code) and NFPA 101 (Life Safety Code). National Fire Protection Association,
One Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269-9101. Local building codes may also
require specific units in new construction or in different areas of the home.
SPECIAL COMPLIANCE CONSIDERATIONS
This unit alone is not a suitable substitute for complete fire detection
systems in places housing many people—like apartment buildings,
condominiums, hotels, motels, dormitories, hospitals, long-term health
care facilities, nursing homes, day care facilities, or group homes of any
kind—even if they were once single-family homes. It is not a suitable
substitute for complete fire detection systems in warehouses, industrial
facilities, commercial buildings, and special-purpose non-residential
buildings which require special fire detection and alarm systems.
Depending on the building codes in your area, this unit may be used to
provide additional protection in these facilities.
The following information applies to all five types of buildings listed below:
In new construction, most building codes require the use of AC or AC/DC
powered Smoke Alarms only. AC, AC/DC, or DC powered Smoke Alarms can
be used in existing construction as specified by local building codes. Refer to
NFPA 72 (National Fire Alarm Code) and NFPA 101 (Life Safety Code), local
building codes, or consult your Fire Department for detailed fire protection
requirements in buildings not defined as "households."
1. Single-Family Residence: Single family home, townhouse. It is recommend-
ed this unit be installed on every level of the home, in every bedroom, and in
each bedroom hallway.
2. Multi-Family or Mixed Occupant Residence: Apartment building,
condominium. This unit is suitable for use in individual apartments or condos,
provided a primary fire detection system already exists to meet fire detection
requirements in common areas like lobbies, hallways, or porches. Using this
unit in common areas may not provide sufficient warning to all residents or
meet local fire protection ordinances/regulations.
3. Institutions: Hospitals, day care facilities, long-term health care facilities.
This unit is suitable for use in individual patient sleeping/resident rooms,
provided a primary fire detection system already exists to meet fire detection
requirements in common areas like lobbies, hallways, or porches. Using this
unit in common areas may not provide sufficient warning to all residents or
meet local fire protection ordinances/regulations.
4. Hotels and Motels: Also boarding houses and dormitories. This unit is
suitable for use inside individual sleeping/resident rooms, provided a primary
fire detection system already exists to meet fire detection requirements in
common areas like lobbies, hallways, or porches. Using this unit in common
areas may not provide sufficient warning to all residents or meet local fire
protection ordinances/regulations.
5. Warehouses/Commercial Buildings: DO NOT use this Smoke/CO Alarm in
warehouses, industrial or commercial buildings, special-purpose non-residential
buildings, RVs, boats, or airplanes. This Smoke/CO Alarm is specifically
designed for residential use, and may not provide adequate protection in
non-residential applications.
GENERAL LIMITATIONS OF SMOKE/CO ALARMS
not give adequate early warning. Recommended minimum protection is one
alarm device in every sleeping area, every bedroom, and on every level of your
home. Some experts recommend battery powered Smoke and CO Alarms be
used in conjunction with interconnected AC powered Smoke Alarms. For
details, see "About Smoke Alarms" for details.
Smoke/CO Alarms 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 Smoke/CO Alarm 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 beverages. 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 Smoke/CO Alarm is not intended for people
who are hearing impaired.
The Alarm may not have time to alarm before the fire itself causes
damage, injury, or death, since smoke from some fires may not reach
the unit immediately. Examples of this include persons smoking in bed,
children playing with matches, or fires caused by violent explosions
resulting from escaping gas.
This Smoke/CO Alarm is not a substitute for life insurance. Though this
Smoke/CO Alarm warns against increasing CO levels or the presence of
smoke, 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 Smoke/CO Alarm has a limited life. Although this Smoke/CO Alarm
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 Smoke/CO Alarm is not foolproof. Like all other electronic devices, this
Smoke/CO Alarm has limitations. It can only detect smoke or CO that reaches
the sensors. It may not give early warning of the source of smoke or CO is in a
remote part of the home, away from the alarm device.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Problem... You should...
Low battery warning. Install two new AA batteries*.
Device is not working properly, and needs to be Units under warranty should be returned to
replaced. manufacturer for replacement. See "Limited
Warranty" for details.
CO levels indicate a potentially dangerous situation. IF YOU ARE FEELING SYMPTOMS OF CO
POISONING, EVACUATE your home and call 911
or the Fire Department. Refer to "If The CO Alarm
Sounds" for details.
The CO Alarm may be improperly located. Refer to Relocate your Alarm. If frequent alarms continue,
"Where to Install This Alarm" for details. have home rechecked for potential CO problems.
You may be experiencing an intermittent
CO problem.
Unwanted alarm may be caused by non-emergency Silence Alarm using remote control or manual
source like cooking smoke. button; clean the Alarm's cover with a soft, clean
cloth. If frequent unwanted alarms continue,
relocate your Alarm. Alarm may be too close to a
kitchen, cooking appliance, or steamy bathroom.
LIMITED WARRANTY
® brand products warrants that for a period of five years from the date of purchase, this product will be free from
First Alert ® is a registered trademark of the First Alert Trust.
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WHAT YOU WILL SEE AND HEAR WITH THIS ALARM
USER'S MANUAL
Under Normal Operations
Voice: Silent
COMBINATION CARBON MONOXIDE & SMOKE ALARM
WITH VOICE & LOCATION AND
Horn: Silent
REMOTE CONTROL TEST/SILENCE
When You Test the Alarm
Features: Voice: "Testing." "Warning, evacuate smoke in [Location, example:
"Kitchen"]. Evacuate."
• Separate sensors to detect smoke
Horn: 3 beeps, pause, 3 beeps, voice
and CO; the two alarm systems
work independently Power/Smoke LED: Flashes Red
• Voice with programmable location CO LED: Off followed by
Voice: "Warning, evacuate carbon monoxide in [Location, example:
• Separate audible and visual
"Kitchen"]. Evacuate."
signals to indicate alarm levels
of smoke or CO Horn: 4 beeps, pause, 4 beeps, voice
Power/Smoke LED: Off
• Remote infrared Test/Silence and
programming CO LED: Flashes Red
• Powered by two "AA" batteries If Battery Becomes Low or is Missing
• Side access drawer for easy Voice: "Replace battery in [Location, example "Kitchen"]." Repeated
battery replacement every 5 hours
Horn: chirps once a minute
Power/Smoke LED: Flashes approximately once a minute
IMPORTANT! PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND SAVE.
CO LED: Off
This user's manual contains important information
If Alarm is Not Operating Properly
about your Combination Carbon Monoxide & Smoke
Alarm's operation. If you are installing this Alarm for Voice: "Detector error in [Location, example "Kitchen"], please see
manual." Repeated every 5 hours
use by others, you must leave this manual—or a copy
of it—with the end user. Horn: Three rapid chirps every minute
Model SCO7
Power/Smoke LED: Flashes approximately once a minute
M08-0048-006 Q 10/06 Printed in Mexico CO LED: Off
Alarm Levels of CO are Detected
Voice: "Warning, evacuate carbon monoxide in [Location, example:
TABLE OF CONTENTS
"Kitchen"]. Evacuate." "____ ppm."
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Horn: 4 beeps, pause, 4 beeps, voice*
Fire Safety Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Power/Smoke LED: Off
Basic Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
CO LED: Flashes Red
Step By Step Guide to Programming This Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
*NOTE: If unit goes into CO alarm, the regular 4 beeps-brief pause cycle will
What You Will See and Hear With This Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
repeat for four minutes. After four minutes, the pause will increase to one minute.
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3
Smoke is Detected
Where to Install This Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Voice: "Warning, evacuate smoke in [Location, example: "Kitchen"].
Where This Alarm Should NOT Be Installed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Evacuate."
How to Install This Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Horn: 3 beeps, pause, 3 beeps, voice
If Your Smoke/CO Alarm Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4
Power/Smoke LED: Flashes Red
What To Do First–Identify The Type Of Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
CO LED: Off
If the CO Alarm Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
If the Smoke Alarm Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Smoke Alarm is Silenced
Using the Silence Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Voice: Silent.
Weekly Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Horn: Off
Regular Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Power/Smoke LED: Flashes Red
What You Need To Know About CO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
CO LED: Off
What is CO? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Symptoms of CO Poisoning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Potential Sources of CO in the Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
INSTALLATION
How Can I Protect My Family From CO Poisoning? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Regulatory Information For Smoke/CO Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-7 WHERE TO INSTALL THIS ALARM
Regulatory Information for CO Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Minimum coverage for Smoke Alarms, as recommended by the National Fire
Regulatory Information for Smoke Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-6
Protection Association (NFPA), is one Smoke Alarm on every floor, in every
Recommended Locations for Smoke Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-6
sleeping area, and in every bedroom (See "Regulatory Information For Smoke
About Smoke Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Alarms" for details on the NFPA recommendations).
Special Compliance Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
For CO Alarms, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recommends
General Limitations Of Smoke/CO Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-7
that a CO Alarm should be centrally located outside of each separate sleeping
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additional CO Alarms in each separate bedroom, and on every level of your
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home.
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possible. In smaller homes or in manufactured homes where this distance cannot
All First Alert ® Smoke Alarms conform to regulatory requirements, be maintained, install the Alarm as far away as possible from the furnace or other
including UL217 and are designed to detect particles of combustion.
fuel burning source. Installing the Alarm closer than 15 feet (4.6 meters) will not
Smoke particles of varying number and size are produced in all fires.
harm the Alarm, but may increase the frequency of unwanted alarms.
Ionization technology is generally more sensitive than photoelectric In general, install combination Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarms:
technology at detecting small particles, which tend to be produced
• On every level of your home, including finished attics and basements.
in greater amounts by flaming fires, which consume combustible
• Inside every bedroom, especially if people sleep with the door partly or
materials rapidly and spread quickly. Sources of these fires may include
completely closed.
paper burning in a wastebasket, or a grease fire in the kitchen.
Photoelectric technology is generally more sensitive than ionization • In the hall near every sleeping area. If your home has multiple sleeping
areas, install a unit in each. If a hall is more than 40 feet (12 meters) long,
technology at detecting large particles, which tend to be produced in
install a unit at each end.
greater amounts by smoldering fires, which may smolder for hours
before bursting into flame. Sources of these fires may include cigarettes
• At the top of first-to-second floor stairs.
burning in couches or bedding.
• At the bottom of the basement stairs.
For maximum protection, use both types of Smoke Alarms on each level
• For additional coverage, install Alarms in all rooms, halls, and storage
and in every bedroom of your home.
areas, where temperatures normally remain between 40˚ F and 100˚ F
(4˚ C and 38˚ C).
INTRODUCTION
Recommended Placement
FIRE SAFETY TIPS
SUGGESTED AREAS FOR INSTALLING
Follow safety rules and prevent hazardous situations: 1) Use smoking SMOKE ALARMS, CO ALARMS, AND COMBO UNITS
materials properly. Never smoke in bed. 2) Keep matches or lighters away from
children; 3) Store flammable materials in proper containers; 4) Keep electrical
appliances in good condition and don't overload electrical circuits; 5) Keep
stoves, barbecue grills, fireplaces and chimneys grease- and debris-free;
6) Never leave anything cooking on the stove unattended; 7) Keep portable
heaters and open flames, like candles, away from flammable materials;
8) Don't let rubbish accumulate.
Keep alarms clean, and test them weekly. Replace alarms immediately if they
are not working properly. Smoke Alarms that do not work cannot alert you to a
fire. Keep at least one working fire extinguisher on every floor, and an additional
one in the kitchen. Have fire escape ladders or other reliable means of escape
from an upper floor in case stairs are blocked.
BASIC SAFETY INFORMATION
In new construction AC and AC/DC smoke alarms MUST
be interconnected to meet NFPA recommendations.
• Dangers, Warnings, and Cautions alert you to important operating
instructions or to potentially hazardous situations. Pay special • When installing on the wall, the top edge of Smoke Alarms should be
attention to these items. placed between 4 inches (102 mm) and 12 inches (305 mm) from the
• This Smoke/CO Alarm is approved for use in single-family wall/ceiling line.
residences. It is NOT designed for marine or RV use. • When installing on the ceiling, place the alarm as close to the center as
possible.
• In either case, install at least 4 inches (102 mm) from where the wall and
• This combination Smoke/Carbon Monoxide Alarm has two separate
ceiling meet. See "Avoiding Dead Air Spaces" for more information.
alarms. The CO Alarm is not designed to detect fire or any other gas.
NOTE: For any location, make sure no door or other obstruction could keep
It will only indicate the presence of carbon monoxide gas at the
sensor. Carbon monoxide gas may be present in other areas. The carbon monoxide or smoke from reaching the Alarm.
Smoke Alarm will only indicate the presence of smoke that reaches
Installing Smoke/CO Alarms in Mobile Homes
the sensor. The Smoke Alarm is not designed to sense gas, heat or
For minimum security install one Smoke/CO Alarm as close to each sleeping
flames.
area as possible. For more security, put one unit in each room. 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 unsure of the amount
• This Smoke/CO Alarm cannot operate without working batteries.
of insulation, it is important to install units on inside walls only.
Removing the batteries for any reason, or failing to replace the
batteries at the end of their service life, removes your protection.
WHERE THIS ALARM SHOULD NOT BE INSTALLED
• NEVER ignore any alarm. See "If Your Smoke/CO Alarm Sounds"
for more information on how to respond to an alarm. Failure to Do NOT locate this Smoke/CO Alarm:
respond can result in injury or death.
• In a location where it could be easily triggered when using your remote to
• The Silence Features are for your convenience only and will not operate your TV, VCR, etc.
correct a problem. See "Using the Silence Features" for details.
• In garages, furnace rooms, crawl spaces and unfinished attics. Avoid
Always check your home for a potential problem after any alarm.
extremely dusty, dirty or greasy areas.
Failure to do so can result in injury or death.
• Where combustion particles are produced. Combustion particles form
• Test this Smoke/CO Alarm once a week. If the Alarm ever fails to
when something burns. Areas to avoid include poorly ventilated kitchens,
test correctly, have it replaced immediately! If the Alarm is not
garages, and furnace rooms. Keep units at least 20 feet (6 meters) from the
working properly, it cannot alert you to a problem.
sources of combustion particles (stove, furnace, water heater, space heater)
• This product is intended for use in ordinary indoor locations of if possible. In areas where a 20-foot (6 meter) distance is not possible – in
family living units. It is not designed to measure CO levels in modular, mobile, or smaller homes, for example – it is recommended
compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration the Smoke Alarm be placed as far from these fuel-burning sources as
(OSHA) commercial or industrial standards. Individuals with possible. The placement recommendations are intended to keep these
medical conditions that may make them more sensitive to carbon Alarms at a reasonable distance from a fuel-burning source, and thus
monoxide may consider using warning devices which provide reduce "unwanted" alarms. Unwanted alarms can occur if a Smoke Alarm
audible and visual signals for carbon monoxide concentrations is placed directly next to a fuel-burning source. Ventilate these areas as
under 30 ppm. For additional information on carbon monoxide much as possible.
and your medical condition contact your physician.
• Within 5 feet (1.5 meters) of any cooking appliance. In air streams near
kitchens. Air currents can draw cooking smoke into the smoke sensor and
STEP BY STEP GUIDE TO PROGRAMMING
cause unwanted alarms.
THIS ALARM
• In extremely humid areas. This Alarm should be at least 10 feet (3 meters)
from a shower, sauna, humidifier, vaporizer, dishwasher, laundry room,
For First Time and When Changing Batteries
utility room, or other source of high humidity.
Action: Alarm Will Say:
• In direct sunlight.
1. Insert batteries (2, AA batteries). "Welcome, First Alert Carbon
• In turbulent air, like near ceiling fans or open windows. Blowing air may
Monoxide and Smoke Alarm." prevent CO or smoke from reaching the sensors.
"No location programmed" if first • In areas where temperature is colder than 40˚ F (4˚ C) or hotter than 100˚ F
time or "[Location, example:
(38˚ C). These areas include non-airconditioned crawl spaces, unfinished
"Kitchen"] location programmed" attics, uninsulated or poorly insulated ceilings, porches, and garages.
when changing batteries.
• In insect infested areas. Insects can clog the openings to the sensing
"To select location, press and hold
chamber.
test button now."
• Less than 12 inches (305 mm) away from fluorescent lights. Electrical
2. Press & Hold Test Button, or use "To save location, press and hold "noise" can interfere with the sensor.
your IR remote control's channel test button after location is heard."
• In "dead air" spaces. See "Avoiding Dead Air Spaces" .
or volume button, if you would like Alarm will speak list of locations
to program the location or change (see below). AVOIDING DEAD AIR SPACES
the location of the Alarm. Release
"Dead air" spaces may prevent smoke from reaching the Smoke/CO Alarm.
button after Alarm responds.
To avoid dead air spaces, follow installation recommendations below.
3. After you hear the location of "[Location, example: "Kitchen"]
On ceilings, install Smoke/CO Alarms as close to the center of the ceiling as
where you are placing the Alarm, location saved." possible. If this is not possible, install the Smoke/CO Alarm at least 4 inches
Press & Hold the Test Button or
If no location is chosen: "No location (102 mm) from the wall or corner.
use your IR remote control's
saved."
For wall mounting (if allowed by building codes), the top edge of Smoke/CO
channel or volume button.
Alarms should be placed between 4 inches (102 mm) and 12 inches (305 mm)
Your Alarm has now been programmed for the location of your choice. from the wall/ceiling line, below typical "dead air" spaces.
Available locations: Basement Hallway Office On a peaked, gabled, or cathedral ceiling, install first Smoke/CO Alarm
Child's Bedroom Kitchen Utility Room within 3 feet (0.9 meters) of the peak of the ceiling, measured horizontally.
Dining Room Living Room Additional Smoke/CO Alarms may be required depending on the length, angle,
Family Room Master Bedroom etc. of the ceiling's slope. Refer to NFPA 72 for details on requirements for
Guest Bedroom No Location sloped or peaked ceilings.
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HOW TO INSTALL THIS ALARM
This combination Smoke/CO Alarm was designed to be mounted on the
Power/Smoke LED: Flashes Green once a
minute 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 Alarm" before
CO LED: Off
starting.
Tools you will need: pencil, drill with 3/16" or 5mm drill bit,
flathead screwdriver, hammer.
• Do not connect this unit to any other alarm or auxiliary device. It is a
single-station unit that cannot be linked to other devices. Connecting
anything else to this unit may prevent it from working properly.
• Do not install this unit over an electrical junction box. Air currents
around junction boxes can prevent smoke from reaching the sens-
ing chamber and prevent the unit from alarming. Only AC powered
units are intended for installation over junction boxes.
If you want to lock the battery compartment, or lock the Smoke/CO
Alarm to the mounting bracket, please read the "Optional Locking
Features" section in the "Programming Guide" attachment before you
begin installation.
1. Hold base firmly and twist the mounting bracket counterclockwise (left) to
separate it from the unit.
2. Hold the mounting bracket against the ceiling (or wall) so the vertical
mounting slot is aligned in the 12 o'clock position and trace around the
inside of the mounting slots (vertical and horizontal mounting).
3. Put the unit where it won't get covered with dust when you drill the
mounting holes.
4. Using a 3/16" (5 mm) drill bit, drill a hole through the center of the oval
outlines you traced.
5. 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 ceiling or wall.
CO Alarm is Silenced 6. Line the mounting bracket up over the plastic screw anchors.
Voice: Silent. 7 . Screw the mounting bracket to the ceiling or wall through the mounting
Horn: Off slots using the two screws provided.
Power/Smoke LED: Off 8. Before attaching the Alarm to
the bracket, insert the two (2)
CO LED: Flashes Red
AA batteries (included) into the
battery compartment. Match
the terminals on the end of the
battery with the terminals on
the unit. Match "+" to "+" and
"-" to "-." If the batteries are
not fully inserted, the unit
cannot receive battery power.
NOTE: The unit may beep briefly when you install the batteries. This is normal.
The GREEN Light flashes about every 60 seconds when the unit is
receiving battery power.
The battery door will resist closing unless batteries are installed. This
warns you the unit will not operate without batteries.
9. Attach the Smoke/CO Alarm to the mounting
bracket. Line up the guides on the alarm's
base with the guides on the mounting bracket.
When guides are lined up, turn the base
clockwise (right) until it snaps into place.
NOTE: Once the Smoke Alarm is snapped
onto the mounting bracket, you can rotate
the Smoke Alarm to adjust the alignment.
10. Test the Smoke/CO Alarm. See "Weekly
Testing" for details.
IF YOUR SMOKE/CO ALARM SOUNDS
WHAT TO DO FIRST–IDENTIFY THE TYPE OF ALARM
Type of Alarm What You See and Hear
Carbon Monoxide (CO) Voice: "Warning, evacuate carbon
monoxide in [Location,
example: "Kitchen"]. Evacuate."
"____ ppm."
Horn: 4 beeps, pause, 4 beeps, voice
KEY: Power/Smoke LED: Off
CO LED: Flashes Red
SMOKE ALARMS
SMOKE ALARM WITH
Smoke Voice: "Warning, evacuate smoke in
SILENCE FEATURE
[Location, example: "Kitchen"].
CO ALARMS Evacuate."
Horn: 3 beeps, pause, 3 beeps, voice
BOTH, OR COMBINATION
SMOKE/CO ALARMS Power/Smoke LED: Flashes Red
CO LED: Off
Suggested locations are based on
NFPA recommendations (NFPA 72
for Smoke Alarms and NFPA 720 for
Carbon Monoxide Alarms). Always
refer to national and local codes
IF THE CO ALARM SOUNDS
before beginning any installation.
"ALARM-MOVE TO FRESH AIR"
If you hear the CO alarm horn and the CO red light is flashing,
move everyone to a source of fresh air.
DO NOT remove the batteries!
Actuation of your CO Alarm indicates the presence of carbon monoxide
(CO) which can kill you. In other words, when your CO Alarm sounds, you
must not ignore it!
IF THE CO ALARM SIGNAL SOUNDS:
1. Operate the Test/Silence button.
2. Call your emergency services, fire department or 911. Write down the
number of your local emergency service here:
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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 Alarm remains in its normal condition.
4. After following steps 1-3, if your CO Alarm reactivates within a 24-hour
period, repeat steps 1-3 and call a qualified appliance technician to investi-
gate 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 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:
__________________________________________________________________
NOTE: A qualified appliance technician is defined as "a person, firm,
corporation, or company that either in person or through a representative, is
engaged in and responsible for the installation, testing, servicing, or replace-
ment of heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC) equipment, combustion
appliances and equipment, and/or gas fireplaces or other decorative
combustion equipment."
AFTER AN ALARM
After the emergency responders arrive, the premises aired out, and your CO
Alarm remains in its normal condition, you can check what the highest carbon
monoxide level sensed was:
Action: Alarm Will Say:
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
would like to clear the highest cleared."
level sensed.
If you would like to keep the Alarm will say nothing.
highest level in memory, do not
press anything.
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IF THE SMOKE ALARM SOUNDS
RESPONDING TO AN ALARM
• If the unit alarms and you are not testing the unit, it is warning you
of a potentially dangerous situation that requires your immediate
attention. NEVER ignore any alarm. Ignoring the alarm may result in
injury or death.
• Never remove the batteries from a battery operated Smoke/CO Alarm
to stop an unwanted alarm (caused by cooking smoke, etc.). Removing
batteries disables the alarm so it cannot sense smoke, and removes
your protection. Instead open a window or fan the smoke away from
the unit. The alarm will reset automatically.
• If the unit alarms get everyone out of the house immediately.
WHAT TO DO IN CASE OF FIRE
• Don't panic; stay calm. Follow your family escape plan.
• Get out of the house as quickly as possible. Don't stop to get
dressed or collect anything.
• Feel doors with the back of your hand before opening them.
If a door is cool, open it slowly. Don't open a hot door. Keep doors
and windows closed, unless you must escape through them.
• Cover your nose and mouth with a cloth (preferably damp).
Take short, shallow breaths.
• Meet at your planned meeting place outside your home,
and do a head count to make sure everybody got out safely.
• Call the Fire Department as soon as possible from outside.
Give your address, then your name.
• Never go back inside a burning building for any reason.
• Contact your Fire Department for ideas on making your home safer.
Alarms have various limitations. See "General Limitations of Smoke/CO
Alarms" for details.
USING THE SILENCE FEATURES
Never remove the batteries to quiet an unwanted alarm. Removing the
batteries disables the alarm 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 or extinguish a fire.
The Silence Feature can temporarily quiet an unwanted alarm for several
minutes. You can silence this Smoke/CO Alarm two ways:
1. Manually: Press the Test/Silence button on the alarm cover for at least
3-5 seconds.
2. Using Your Remote Control: Standing no further than 20 feet (6 meters)
away from the Alarm, aim your IR remote at the Alarm and press the
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