First Alert Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm SC01N User Manual

HOW CAN I PROTECT MY FAMILY FROM ABOUT SMOKE ALARMS
Battery (DC) operated Smoke Alarms: Provide protection even when
CO POISONING?
electricity fails, provided the batteries are fresh and correctly installed. Units
A CO Alarm is an excellent means of protection. It monitors the air and
are easy to install, and do not require professional installation.
sounds a loud alarm before Carbon Monoxide levels become threatening
AC powered Smoke Alarms: Can be interconnected so if one unit senses
for average, healthy adults.
smoke, all units alarm. They do not operate if electricity fails.
A CO Alarm is not a substitute for proper maintenance of home appliances.
AC with battery (DC) back-up: will operate if electricity fails, provided the
To help prevent CO problems and reduce the risk of CO poisoning:
batteries are fresh and correctly installed. AC and AC/DC units must be
• Clean chimneys and flues yearly. Keep them free of debris, leaves, and installed by a qualified electrician.
nests for proper air flow. Also, have a professional check for rust and
Smoke/CO Alarms for Solar or Wind Energy users and battery backup
corrosion, cracks, or separations. These conditions can prevent proper
power systems: AC powered Smoke/CO Alarms should only be operated
air movement and cause backdrafting. Never "cap" or cover a chimney
with true or pure sine wave inverters. Operating this Alarm with most battery-
in any way that would block air flow.
powered UPS (uninterruptible power supply) products or square wave or
• Test and maintain all fuel-burning equipment annually. Many local gas
"quasi sine wave" inverters will damage the Alarm. If you are not sure about
or oil companies and HVAC companies offer appliance inspections for
your inverter or UPS type, please consult with the manufacturer to verify.
a nominal fee.
Smoke Alarms for the hearing impaired: Special purpose Smoke Alarms
• Make regular visual inspections of all fuel-burning appliances. Check
should be installed for the hearing impaired. They include a visual alarm and
appliances for excessive rust and scaling. Also check the flame on the
an audible alarm horn, and meet the requirements of the Americans With
burner and pilot lights. The flame should be blue. A yellow flame means
Disabilities Act. Can be interconnected so if one unit senses smoke, all units
fuel is not being burned completely and CO may be present. Keep the
alarm.
blower door on the furnace closed. Use vents or fans when they are
available on all fuel-burning appliances. Make sure appliances are
Smoke alarms are not to be used with detector guards unless the
vented to the outside. Do not grill or barbecue indoors, or in garages combination has been evaluated and found suitable for that purpose.
or on screen porches.
All these Smoke Alarms are designed to provide early warning of fires if
• Check for exhaust backflow from CO sources. Check the draft hood
located, installed and cared for as described in the user's manual, and if
on an operating furnace for a backdraft. Look for cracks on furnace
smoke reaches the Alarm. If you are unsure which type of Smoke Alarm to
heat exchangers.
install, refer the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standard 72
• Check the house or garage on the other side of shared wall.
(National Fire Alarm Code) and NFPA 101 (Life Safety Code). National Fire
Protection Association, One Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269-9101.
• Keep windows and doors open slightly. If you suspect that CO is
escaping into your home, open a window or a door. Opening windows Local building codes may also require specific units in new construction or
and doors can significantly decrease CO levels. in different areas of the home.
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 Alarm sounds.
REGULATORY INFORMATION FOR
SMOKE/CO ALARMS
REGULATORY INFORMATION FOR CO ALARMS
WHAT LEVELS OF CO CAUSE AN ALARM?
Underwriters Laboratories Inc. Standard UL2034 requires residential CO
Alarms 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 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
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
Humidity (RH).
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.
This Smoke/CO Alarm is intended for residential use. It is not intended for use
Since you cannot see or smell CO, never assume it's not present.
in industrial applications where Occupational Safety and Health Administration
• An exposure to 100 ppm of CO for 20 minutes may not affect average,
(OSHA) requirements for Carbon Monoxide Alarms must be met. The Smoke
healthy adults, but after 4 hours the same level may cause headaches.
Alarm portion of this device is not intended to alert hearing impaired residents.
• An exposure to 400 ppm of CO may cause headaches in average, healthy Special purpose Smoke Alarms should be installed for hearing impaired resi-
adults after 35 minutes, but can cause death after 2 hours. dents (CO Alarms are not yet available for the hearing impaired).
Standards: Underwriters Laboratories Inc. Single and Multiple Station carbon Smoke/CO Alarms may not waken all individuals. Practice the escape
monoxide alarms UL2034.
plan at least twice a year, making sure that everyone is involved – from kids
According to Underwriters Laboratories Inc. UL2034, Section 1-1.2: "Carbon to grandparents. Allow children to master fire escape planning and practice
before holding a fire drill at night when they are sleeping. If children or others
monoxide alarms covered by these requirements are intended to respond to
the presence of carbon monoxide from sources such as, but not limited to, do not readily waken to the sound of the Smoke/CO Alarm, or if there are
exhaust from internal-combustion engines, abnormal operation of fuel-fired infants or family members with mobility limitations, make sure that someone
is assigned to assist them in fire drill and in the event of an emergency. It is
appliances, and fireplaces. CO Alarms are intended to alarm at carbon
monoxide levels below those that could cause a loss of ability to react to the recommended that you hold a fire drill while family members are sleeping in
order to determine their response to the sound of the Smoke/CO Alarm while
dangers of Carbon Monoxide exposure." This CO Alarm monitors the air at
sleeping and to determine whether they may need assistance in the event of
the Alarm, and is designed to alarm before CO levels become life threatening.
This allows you precious time to leave the house and correct the problem. an emergency.
This is only possible if Alarms are located, installed, and maintained as
Smoke/CO Alarms cannot work without power. Battery operated units cannot
described in this manual.
work if the batteries are missing, disconnected or dead, if the wrong type of
Gas Detection at Typical Temperature and Humidity Ranges: The CO batteries are used, or if the batteries are not installed correctly. AC units cannot
Alarm is not formulated to detect CO levels below 30 ppm typically. UL tested work if the AC power is cut off for any reason (open fuse or circuit breaker, failure
for false alarm resistance to Methane (500 ppm), Butane (300 ppm), Heptane
along a power line or at a power station, electrical fire that burns the electrical
(500 ppm), Ethyl Acetate (200 ppm), Isopropyl Alcohol (200 ppm) and Carbon wires, etc.). If you are concerned about the limitations of battery or AC power,
Dioxide (5000 ppm). Values measure gas and vapor concentrations in parts install both types of units.
per million.
This Smoke/CO Alarm will not sense smoke or CO that does not reach
Audible Alarm: 85 dB minimum at 10 feet (3 meters). the sensors. It will only sense smoke or CO at the sensor. Smoke or CO may
be present in other areas. Doors or other obstructions may affect the rate at
REGULATORY INFORMATION FOR SMOKE ALARMS
which CO or smoke reaches the sensors. If bedroom doors are usually closed
at night, we recommend you install an alarm device (Combination CO and
RECOMMENDED LOCATIONS FOR SMOKE ALARMS
Smoke Alarm, or separate CO Alarms and Smoke Alarms) in each bedroom
Installing Smoke Alarms in Single-Family Residences
and in the hallway between them.
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), recommends one Smoke
This Smoke/CO Alarm may not sense smoke or CO on another level of
Alarm on every floor, in every sleeping area, and in every bedroom. In new
the home. Example: This alarm device, installed on the second floor, may not
construction, the Smoke Alarms must be AC powered and interconnected.
sense smoke or CO in the basement. For this reason, one alarm device may
See "Agency Placement Recommendations" for details. For additional cover-
age, it is recommended that you install a Smoke Alarm in all rooms, halls,
storage areas, finished attics, and basements, where temperatures normally
remain between 40˚F (4˚C) and 100˚F (38˚C). Make sure no door or other
obstruction could keep smoke from reaching the Smoke Alarms.
More specifically, install Smoke Alarms:
• On every level of your home, including finished attics and basements. If the Alarm...
• Inside every bedroom, especially if people sleep with the door partly or
The BATTERY light flashes GREEN and the horn
completely closed.
"chirps" every 30 seconds.
• 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 long (12 meters),
Horn chirps and yellow service light blinks three times
install a unit at each end.
every 30 seconds.
• At the top of the first-to-second floor stairway, and at the bottom
of the basement stairway.
Carbon Monoxide Alarm ONLY:
Specific requirements for Smoke Alarm installation vary from state to state
and from region to region. Check with your local Fire Department for current
CO Alarm goes back into alarm 4 minutes after you
requirements in your area. It is recommended AC or AC/DC units be inter-
press the Test/Silence button.
connected for added protection.
CO Alarm sounds frequently even though no high
levels of CO are revealed in an investigation.
Smoke Alarm ONLY:
Smoke Alarm sounds when no smoke is visible.
*For a list of acceptable replacement batteries, see "Regular Maintenance."
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)
INSTALLING SMOKE ALARMS IN MOBILE HOMES
For minimum security install one Smoke Alarm as close to each sleeping 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 BRK Brands, Inc., ("BRK") the maker of First Alert
home is not well insulated, or if you are unsure of the amount of insulation, it is 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
important to install units on inside walls only. Smoke Alarms should be installed 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
where temperatures normally remain between 40˚F (4˚C) and 100˚F (38˚C).
product of equal or greater value. This is your exclusive warranty.
AGENCY PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS 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 equipment should be installed in accordance with NFPA (National Fire
Protection Association) 72 and 101. National Fire Protection Association, 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
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and regulatory codes may apply in your area. Always check compliance does not cover Acts of God, such as fire, flood, hurricanes and tornadoes or any batteries that are included with this unit.
requirements before beginning any installation.
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
Standards: Underwriters Laboratories Inc. Single and Multiple Station Smoke 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,
Alarms 217. 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
NFPA 72 (National Fire Code)
province to province.
Smoke Alarms shall be installed in each separate sleeping room, outside each
sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms and on each additional How to Obtain Warranty Service
story of the family living unit, including basements and excluding crawl spaces
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,
and unfinished attics.
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
In new construction, Alarms shall be so arranged that operation of any one
calling.
Alarm shall cause the operation of all Alarms within the dwelling. 25 Spur Drive, El Paso, TX 79906.
Smoke Detection-Are More Smoke Alarms Desirable? The required number
Battery: BRK Brands, Inc. make no warranty, express or implied, written or oral, including that of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose
of Smoke Alarms might not provide reliable early warning protection for those
with respect to battery.
areas separated by a door from the areas protected by the required Smoke
Alarms. For this reason, it is recommended that the householder consider the
use of additional Smoke Alarms for those areas for increased protection. The
additional areas include the basement, bedrooms, dining room, furnace room,
utility room, and hallways not protected by the required Smoke Alarms.
For your records, please record:
The installation of Smoke Alarms in kitchens, attics (finished or unfinished),
or garages is not normally recommended, as these locations occasionally
experience conditions that can result in improper operation.
Date Purchased: ______________________________
California State Fire Marshal (CSFM)
Early warning detection is best achieved by the installation of fire detection
equipment in all rooms and areas of the household as follows: A Smoke Alarm Where Purchased: _________________________________________
installed in each separate sleeping area (in the vicinity, but outside bedrooms),
and Heat or Smoke Alarms in the living rooms, dining rooms, bedrooms,
kitchens, hallways, finished attics, furnace rooms, closets, utility and storage
rooms, basements, and attached garages.
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 recommended 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 require-
ments 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.
GENERA M TAT ONS O SMOKE CO A ARMS
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
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Problem... You should...
Low battery warning. Install a new 9V alkaline or lithium battery*.
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. If not, press the Test/Silence
button again and keep ventilating your home.
The CO Alarm may be improperly located. Refer to Relocate your Alarm. If frequent alarms continue,
"Where to Install This Alarm." have home rechecked for potential CO problems.
You may be experiencing an intermittent CO
problem.
Unwanted alarm may be caused by non-emergency Clean the Alarm's cover with a soft, clean cloth. If
source like cooking smoke. frequent unwanted alarms continue, relocate your
Alarm. Alarm may be too close to a kitchen, cooking
appliance, or steamy bathroom.
LIMITED WARRANTY
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INSTALLATION
WHERE TO INSTALL THIS ALARM
Minimum coverage for Smoke Alarms, as recommended by the National
USER'S MANUAL
Fire Protection Association (NFPA), is one Smoke Alarm on every floor, in
every sleeping area, and in every bedroom (See "Regulatory Information For
SMOKE AND CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM
Smoke Alarms" for details on the NFPA recommendations).
For CO Alarms, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recommends
Features: that a CO Alarm should be centrally located outside of each separate sleeping
area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms. For added protection, install
• Separate sensors to detect smoke
and CO. The two alarm systems additional CO Alarms in each separate bedroom, and on every level of your
home.
work independently.
• Powered by a single 9V alkaline or NOTE: For added protection, install an additional Smoke/CO Alarm at least
lithium battery
20 feet (6 meters) away from the furnace or fuel burning heat source where
possible. In smaller homes or in manufactured homes where this distance
• Flip-open battery door for easy
cannot be maintained, install the Alarm as far away as possible from the furnace
battery replacement
or other fuel burning source. Installing the Alarm closer than 20 feet (6 meters)
• Large, easy-to-use Test button
will not harm the Alarm, but may increase the frequency of nuisance alarms.
• Colored lights indicate "battery
In general, install combination Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarms:
status" and "service needed."
• On every level of your home, including finished attics and basements.
• Inside every bedroom, especially if people sleep with the door partly or
completely closed.
IMPORTANT! PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND SAVE.
• In the hall near every sleeping area. If your home has multiple sleeping
This user's manual contains important information
areas, install a unit in each. If a hall is more than 40 feet (12 meters) long,
about your Smoke/CO Alarm's operation.
install a unit at each end.
If you are installing this Smoke/CO Alarm for use by
• At the top of first-to-second floor stairs.
others, you must leave this manual—
Model SC01N
or a copy of it—with the end user.
• At the bottom of the basement stairs.
• For additional coverage, install Alarms in all rooms, halls, and storage
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areas, where temperatures normally remain between 40˚F and 100˚F
(4˚C and 38˚C).
Recommended Placement
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SUGGESTED AREAS FOR INSTALLING
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
SMOKE ALARMS, CO ALARMS, AND COMBO UNITS
Fire Safety Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Basic Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3
Where to Install This Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Where This Alarm Should NOT Be Installed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
How to Install This Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3
If Your Smoke/CO Alarm Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
What To Do First–Identify The Type Of Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
If the CO Alarm Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
If the Smoke Alarm Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Using the Silence Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Weekly Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
In new construction AC and AC/DC smoke alarms MUST
Regular Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 be interconnected to meet NFPA recommendations.
What You Need To Know About CO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
• When installing on the wall, the top edge of Smoke Alarms should be
What is CO? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
placed between 4 inches (102 mm) and 12 inches (305 mm) from the
Symptoms of CO Poisoning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
wall/ceiling line.
Potential Sources of CO in the Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
• When installing on the ceiling, place the alarm as close to the center
How Can I Protect My Family From CO Poisoning? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
as possible.
Regulatory Information For Smoke/CO Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
• In either case, install at least 4 inches (102 mm) from where the wall and
Regulatory Information for CO Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
ceiling meet. See "Avoiding Dead Air Spaces" for more information.
Regulatory Information for Smoke Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
NOTE: For any location, make sure no door or other obstruction could keep
Recommended Locations for Smoke Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
carbon monoxide or smoke from reaching the Alarm.
About Smoke Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Installing Smoke/CO Alarms in Mobile Homes
Special Compliance Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
General Limitations Of Smoke/CO Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-7
For minimum security install one Smoke/CO Alarm as close to each sleeping
Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-7
area as possible. For more security, put one unit in each room. Many older
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-7 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
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WHERE THIS ALARM SHOULD NOT BE INSTALLED
All First Alert ® Smoke Alarms conform to regulatory requirements, Do NOT locate this Smoke/CO Alarm:
including UL217 and are designed to detect particles of combustion.
• In garages, kitchens, furnace rooms, crawl spaces and unfinished attics.
Smoke particles of varying number and size are produced in all fires. Avoid extremely dusty, dirty or greasy areas.
Ionization technology is generally more sensitive than photoelectric
• Where combustion particles are produced. Combustion particles form
technology at detecting small particles, which tend to be produced
when something burns. Areas to avoid include poorly ventilated kitchens,
in greater amounts by flaming fires, which consume combustible garages, and furnace rooms. Keep units at least 20 feet (6 meters) from
materials rapidly and spread quickly. Sources of these fires may include
the sources of combustion particles (stove, furnace, water heater, space
paper burning in a wastebasket, or a grease fire in the kitchen.
heater) if possible. In areas where a 20-foot distance is not possible –
in modular, mobile, or smaller homes, for example – it is recommended
Photoelectric technology is generally more sensitive than ionization
the Smoke Alarm be placed as far from these fuel-burning sources as
technology at detecting large particles, which tend to be produced in
possible. The placement recommendations are intended to keep these
greater amounts by smoldering fires, which may smolder for hours
Alarms at a reasonable distance from a fuel-burning source, and thus
before bursting into flame. Sources of these fires may include cigarettes
reduce "unwanted" or "nuisance" alarms. Unwanted alarms can occur if
burning in couches or bedding.
a Smoke Alarm is placed directly next to a fuel-burning source. Ventilate
For maximum protection, use both types of Smoke Alarms on each
these areas as much as possible.
level and in every bedroom of your home.
• 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 cause unwanted alarms.
INTRODUCTION
• In extremely humid areas. This Alarm should be at least 10 feet (3 meters)
from a shower, sauna, humidifier, vaporizer, dishwasher, laundry room,
FIRE SAFETY TIPS
utility room, or other source of high humidity.
Follow safety rules and prevent hazardous situations: 1) Use smoking
materials properly. Never smoke in bed. 2) Keep matches or lighters away from • In direct sunlight.
children; 3) Store flammable materials in proper containers; 4) Keep electrical
• In turbulent air, like near ceiling fans or open windows. Blowing air may
appliances in good condition and don't overload electrical circuits; 5) Keep
prevent CO or smoke from reaching the sensors.
stoves, barbecue grills, fireplaces and chimneys grease- and debris-free;
6) Never leave anything cooking on the stove unattended; 7) Keep portable • In areas where temperature is colder than 40˚F (4˚C) or hotter than 100˚F
heaters and open flames, like candles, away from flammable materials; (38˚C). These areas include non-airconditioned crawl spaces, unfinished
8) Don't let rubbish accumulate. attics, uninsulated or poorly insulated ceilings, porches, and garages.
Keep alarms clean, and test them weekly. Replace alarms immediately if they • In insect infested areas. Insects can clog the openings to the sensing
are not working properly. Smoke Alarms that do not work cannot alert you chamber.
to a fire. Keep at least one working fire extinguisher on every floor, and an
• Less than 12 inches (305 mm) away from fluorescent lights. Electrical
additional one in the kitchen. Have fire escape ladders or other reliable means
"noise" can interfere with the sensor.
of escape from an upper floor in case stairs are blocked.
• In "dead air" spaces. See "Avoiding Dead Air Spaces".
BASIC SAFETY INFORMATION
AVOIDING DEAD AIR SPACES
"Dead air" spaces may prevent smoke from reaching the Smoke/CO Alarm.
To avoid dead air spaces, follow installation recommendations below.
• Dangers, Warnings, and Cautions alert you to important
operating instructions or to potentially hazardous situations.
On ceilings, install Smoke/CO Alarms as close to the center of the ceiling as
Pay special attention to these items. possible. If this is not possible, install the Smoke/CO Alarm at least 4 inches
(102 mm) from the wall or corner.
• This Smoke/CO Alarm is approved for use in single-family
residences. It is NOT designed for marine or RV use. For wall mounting (if allowed by building codes), the top edge of Smoke/CO
Alarms should be placed between 4 inches (102 mm) and 12 inches (305 mm)
from the wall/ceiling line, below typical "dead air" spaces.
• This combination Smoke/Carbon Monoxide Alarm has two separate On a peaked, gabled, or cathedral ceiling, install first Smoke/CO Alarm
alarms. The CO Alarm is not designed to detect fire or any other gas. within 3 feet (0.9 meters) of the peak of the ceiling, measured horizontally.
It will only indicate the presence of carbon monoxide gas at the
Additional Smoke/CO Alarms may be required depending on the length, angle,
sensor. Carbon monoxide gas may be present in other areas. The etc. of the ceiling's slope. Refer to NFPA 72 for details on requirements for
Smoke Alarm will only indicate the presence of smoke that reaches sloped or peaked ceilings.
the sensor. The Smoke Alarm is not designed to sense gas, heat or
flames.
HOW TO INSTALL THIS ALARM
• This Smoke/CO Alarm cannot operate without a working battery.
This combination Smoke/CO Alarm was designed to be mounted on the
Removing the battery for any reason, or failing to replace the battery ceiling or wall. It is not a tabletop device. You must install this device on the
at the end of its service life, removes your protection. ceiling or wall as outlined below. Read "Where To Install This Alarm" before
starting.
• NEVER ignore any alarm. See "If Your Smoke/CO Alarm Sounds" for
more information on how to respond to an alarm. Failure to respond Tools you will need: pencil, drill with 3/16" or 5mm drill bit,
can result in injury or death. flathead screwdriver, hammer.
• The Silence Feature is for your convenience only and will not
PREPARE YOUR ALARM LABELS
correct a Smoke/CO problem. Always check your home for a
Find the pair of self-adhesive labels included with this Smoke/CO Alarm.
potential problem after any alarm. Failure to do so can result in
• On each label write in the phone number of your emergency responder
injury or death.
(like 911) and a qualified appliance technician.
• Test this Smoke/CO Alarm once a week. If the Alarm ever fails to test
• Place one label near the Smoke/CO Alarm, and the other label in the
correctly, have it replaced immediately! If the Alarm is not working
"fresh air" location you plan to go if the alarm sounds.
properly, it cannot alert you to a problem.
NOTE: A qualified appliance technician is defined as "a person, firm,
• This product is intended for use in ordinary indoor locations of
corporation, or company that either in person or through a representative, is
family living units. It is not designed to measure CO levels in
engaged in and responsible for the installation, testing, servicing, or replace-
compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration
ment of heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC) equipment, combustion
(OSHA) commercial or industrial standards. Individuals with
appliances and equipment, and/or gas fireplaces or other decorative com-
medical conditions that may make them more sensitive to carbon
bustion equipment."
monoxide may consider using warning devices which provide
audible and visual signals for carbon monoxide concentrations
under 30 ppm. For additional information on carbon monoxide
• Do not connect this unit to any other alarm or auxiliary device.
and your medical condition contact your physician.
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.
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) and use a pencil to mark
the center of each mounting slot.
3. Put the unit where it won't get covered
with dust when you drill the mounting holes.
4. Using a 3/16-inch (5 mm) drill bit, drill a hole through each pencil mark.
5. Insert the plastic screw anchors into the holes. Tap the screw anchors
gently with a hammer, if necessary, until they are flush with the ceiling or
wall.
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6. Line the mounting bracket up over the
plastic screw anchors.
7. Screw the mounting bracket to the ceiling
or wall through the mounting slots using
the two screws provided.
8. Before attaching the Alarm to the bracket,
insert the 9V battery (included) into the
battery compartment. Match the terminals
on the end of the battery with the termi-
nals on the unit. Match "+" to "+" and "-"
to "-." Push the battery in until it snaps in
securely and cannot be shaken loose. If
the battery is not snapped in completely,
the unit cannot receive battery power.
NOTE: The unit may beep briefly when you
install the battery. This is normal.
The GREEN Light flashes about every
30 seconds when the unit is receiving
battery power.
The battery door will not close unless a battery is installed. This warns
you the unit will not operate without a battery.
9. Align the tabs on the base with the tabs on the mounting bracket.
Turn the base until it snaps into place.
10. If the cover does not line up the way you wanted, adjust it by slowly
rotating it in either direction.
KEY:
11. Test the Smoke/CO Alarm. See "Weekly Testing" for details.
SMOKE ALARMS
SMOKE ALARM WITH IF YOUR SMOKE/CO ALARM SOUNDS
SILENCE FEATURE
WHAT TO DO FIRST–IDENTIFY THE TYPE OF ALARM
CO ALARMS
Type of Alarm What You See and Hear
BOTH, OR COMBINATION
SMOKE/CO ALARMS
Carbon Monoxide (CO) CO Light:
Suggested locations are based on
Flashing RED
NFPA recommendations (NFPA 72
Horn: 4 beeps,
for Smoke Alarms and NFPA 720 for
Carbon Monoxide Alarms). Always pause, 4 beeps, pause
refer to national and local codes
before beginning any installation.
Smoke Smoke Light:
Flashing RED
Horn: 3 beeps,
pause, 3 beeps, pause
Problem... What You See Indicates:
and Hear You Should...
Low Battery Battery Light: Battery is Low:
Flashing GREEN Install new 9V alkaline or
Horn: Chirps lithium battery. For a list of
every 30 seconds acceptable replacement
batteries, see "Regular
Maintenance."
Service Service Light: Device is not Working
Flashing YELLOW Properly: See "Testing
Horn: 3 quick chirps and Maintenance".
every 30 seconds
IF THE CO ALARM SOUNDS
"ALARM-MOVE TO FRESH AIR"
If you hear the alarm horn sound 4 beeps,
pause, 4 beeps, pause, and the RED CO
light is flashing, move everyone to a source
of fresh air.
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 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 inves-
tigate 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:
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IF THE SMOKE ALARM SOUNDS
RESPONDING TO AN ALARM
If you hear the alarm horn sound 3 beeps, pause,
3 beeps, pause and the RED SMOKE light is flashing,
smoke has been detected. Evacuate everyone from
the building.
• 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 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 FEATURE
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.
To use the Silence Feature, press and hold the Test/Silence button on the
cover of the Smoke/CO Alarm for 3 seconds.
When the Smoke Alarm is Silenced When the CO Alarm is silenced
The Smoke Alarm will remain silent The CO alarm will remain silent for
for 8 minutes, then return to normal 4 minutes.
operation.
After 4 minutes, if CO levels remain
If the smoke has not cleared–or potentially dangerous the horn will
continues to increase–the device start sounding again.
Continued... will go back into alarm.
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WEEKLY TESTING
• 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.
The built-in test switch accurately tests the unit's operation as
required by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL). NEVER use
vehicle exhaust! Exhaust may cause permanent damage and
voids your warranty.
• DO NOT stand close to the Alarm 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
Smoke/CO Alarm. Push and hold the Test/Silence button on the cover until
you hear a "chirp." The "chirp" marks the start of the self-test sequence.
• First, the BATTERY (green) and SERVICE (yellow) lights will flash
briefly—this is normal.
• Next, the Smoke Alarm will sound. The smoke symbol will flash, and
you will hear this horn pattern: 3 beeps, pause, 3 beeps, pause.
• Finally, the CO Alarm will sound. The CO symbol will flash, and you
will hear this horn pattern: 4 beeps, pause, 4 beeps, pause.
If the unit does not alarm, make sure the battery is correctly installed, and
test again. If the unit still does not alarm, replace it immediately.
NOTE: During testing, if the yellow service light comes on and the horn
"chirps" 3 times, the device should be serviced or replaced. After
testing, if the horn starts to "chirp" every 30 seconds, replace the
battery immediately.
REGULAR MAINTENANCE
Use only the replacement batteries listed below. The unit may not
operate properly with other batteries. Never use rechargeable batteries
since they may not provide a constant charge.
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 Smoke/CO Alarm at least once a month; gently vacuum the
outside of the Smoke/CO Alarm using your household vacuum's soft
brush attachment. Test the Smoke/CO Alarm. Never use water, cleaners
or solvents since they may damage the unit.
• If the Smoke/CO Alarm 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 "Where This
Alarm Should Not Be Installed" for details.
Choosing a replacement battery:
Your Smoke/CO Alarm requires one standard 9V battery. The following
batteries are acceptable as replacements: Duracell #MN1604, (Ultra) #MX1604;
Eveready (Energizer) #522. You may also use a Lithium battery like the Ultralife
U9VL-J for longer service life between battery changes. These batteries are
available at many local retail stores.
Actual battery service life depends on the Smoke/CO Alarm and the environ-
ment in which it is installed. All the batteries specified above are acceptable
replacement batteries for this unit. Regardless of the manufacturer's suggested
battery life, you MUST replace the battery immediately once the unit starts
"chirping" (the "low battery warning").
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 main-
tained, are improperly ventilated, or malfunction, CO levels can rise quickly.
CO is a real danger now that homes are more energy efficient. "Air-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 ALL 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.
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
minimum 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
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 vent-
ing: 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 outdoor
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.
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