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Carbon Monoxide Monitor
User Guide
Model: KN-COU-B
• Peak Level Memory
• Digital Display
• Detects Low Levels of Carbon Monoxide
• 3-AA Battery Operation
ATTENTION: Please take a few minutes to thoroughly read this
user guide which should be saved for future reference and passed
on to any subsequent owner.
Manual P/N 2541-7201-01 Rev.B 06/12 EN

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  • Page 1 Carbon Monoxide Monitor User Guide Model: KN-COU-B • Peak Level Memory • Digital Display • Detects Low Levels of Carbon Monoxide • 3-AA Battery Operation ATTENTION: Please take a few minutes to thoroughly read this user guide which should be saved for future reference and passed on to any subsequent owner.
  • Page 2 What to do When the Monitor Sounds! Carbon Monoxide Monitor Procedure WARNING: Full monitor activation indicates the presence of Carbon Monoxide (CO) at high concentrations, which can kill you. 1) Operate the Test/Reset button; 2) Call your emergency services (Fire Department or 911); PHONE NUMBER: 3) Immediately move to fresh air - outdoors or by an open door/window.
  • Page 3 Carbon Monoxide Alert Procedure Low Level Alert WARNING: Alerts to the presence of constant low level CO concentrations (less than 30 ppm). These constant low levels may pose potential health risks for individuals with certain pre-exist- ing health or medical conditions. You must consult your health care provider as to any potential low level CO exposure risk due to any specific pre-existing heath or medical conditions.

  • Page 4: Important Warning Statements

    This Kidde carbon monoxide (CO) monitor is part of your family’s health monitoring and safety plan. This monitor has been designed and tested to detect and alert to the presence CO background concentrations which can emanate from several sources including heating appliances, automobile traffic, and pollution.
  • Page 5 CAUTION: This monitor will only indicate the presence of car- bon monoxide at the sensor. Carbon monoxide may be present in other areas. WARNING: This device is designed to alert and provide infor- mation to individuals to the presence of low concentrations (below 30ppm) of carbon monoxide.
  • Page 6 If you experience even mild symptoms of CO poisoning, consult your doctor immediately! Carbon Monoxide PPM Levels Model KN-COU-B is equipped with a digital display that shows levels of CO (displayed in PPM – parts per million). Learn the difference between dangerous, high, mid and low levels.
  • Page 7 Monitor Sounds” (inside front cover). Background Levels: Generally below 20 PPM. Kidde recommends you take action to elimi- nate the source of CO and consult with your healthcare provider to determine the impact of long term exposure to these concentrations on your health.
  • Page 8 1. Information About Carbon Monoxide (cont.) • Negative pressure resulting from the use of exhaust fans. • Simultaneous operation of several fuel-burning appliances competing for limited internal air. • Vent pipe connections vibrating loose from clothes dryers, furnaces, or water heaters. •...
  • Page 9 1. Information About Carbon Monoxide (cont.) CO monitors are not a substitute for CO alarms mandated by code in several states in the United States because CO alarms are not permitted to provide any indication of CO levels below 30 PPM whereas this CO monitor will provide CO readings below 30PPM.
  • Page 10 1. Information About Carbon Monoxide (cont.) For these reasons, we recommend that you provide complete coverage by placing a CO alarm on every level of the home and using this monitor as a complimentary tool to monitor prolonged exposure to low back- ground levels of CO with potential long term health effects.

  • Page 11: Product Features And Specifications

    Recommended Locations or near bedrooms and living areas. It is recommended that you install a KITCHEN BEDROOM BEDROOM DINING Kidde CO alarm on each level of your home and use this monitor for low background CO levels. LIVING ROOM BEDROOM...

  • Page 12: Installation Instructions

    (4.4°C) or hotter than 100°F (37.8°C) such as crawl spaces, attics, porches and garages. • Do not install within 5 ft. of heating or cooking appliances. (Kidde rec- ommends 15 ft. to prevent nuisance alarms). • Do not install near vents, flues, chimneys or any forced/unforced air ventilation openings.
  • Page 13 4. Installation Instructions (cont.) 3. Install the new batteries. Note the polarity illustration in the battery compartment. 4. Close the bottom cover. Note: The bottom cover will not close if all three AA batteries are not installed. When replacing the batteries, use one of the following approved brands: •...
  • Page 14 4. Installation Instructions 3. Hook the mounting plate over the screws using the keyholes in the back mounting plate of the monitor. After the mounting plate is secured to the wall, slide the monitor down over the mounting plate until it snaps into place.
  • Page 15 5. Operating and Alarm Characteristics (cont.) The following table illustrates the approximate CO concentration vs. the Low Level, Mid Level or Alarm times Approximate Low Level, Mid Level or Alarm Times Times in Minutes PPM of CO Concentration Display Low Level Mid Level CO Alarm <...
  • Page 16 5. Operating and Alarm Characteristics (cont.) The following table illustrates the possible digital displays, describes the audible alarm patterns, and the recommended actions to take. Operating and Alarm Characteristics LCD display, Operate (Green) Alarm Sound Unit Status Recommentation and Alarm (Red) LED shows: •...
  • Page 17 5. Operating and Alarm Characteristics (cont.) When the Peak Level button is pressed and held, the display shows the highest CO reading taken by the CO monitor since its last reset or power up. In this example 120 PPM was the maximum level of CO recorded since the unit was last reset.

  • Page 18: Maintenance

    6. Maintenance NOTE: This unit is sealed. The cover is not removable. Due to the loudness of the unit, we suggest that you place your fingers over the sounder opening while testing your monitor. Caution: Continuous exposure to the high sound level of this unit over an extended period of time may cause hearing loss.
  • Page 19 IMPORTANT: Do not remove unit back cover. Back cover removal will void warranty. Your Kidde Carbon Monoxide Monitor is not a substitute for property, disability, life or other insurance of any kind. Appropriate insurance coverage is your responsibility. Consult your insurance agent.

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