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3):
Mount the CO alarm relatively close to the breathing zone of the occupant.
Install the alarm such that the three LED indicators are viewable when the occupant is near the alarm.
WARNING: Do not use the CO alarm on an intermittent basis or as a portable detector for the leakage of combustion
products from fuel burning appliances or chimneys.
Figure 3:Installation in a bedroom or other rooms without a fuel-burning appliance (installed at head level)
Locations to Avoid
Improper location can affect the sensitive electronic components in this alarm. To avoid causing damage to the unit, to
provide optimum performance and to prevent unnecessary nuisance alarms,do not locate CO alarms in the following
areas:
1.
In garages or in any extremely dusty, dirty or greasy areas.
2.
Where there is the possibility of smoke or fumes under normal operating circumstances.
3.
In poorly ventilated kitchens, garagesand furnace rooms. Keep the CO alarms at least5 feet (1.5 m) from potential
smoke or fume sources (e.g. stoves, furnaces, water heaters, space heaters) if possible.
4.
In areas where a 5-foot(1.5 m)distance from a potential smoke or fume source is not possible. In modular, mobile or
smaller houses, it is recommended the CO alarm be placed as far from any potential smoke or fume sources.
5.
Within 5 feet (1.5 m) of any cooking appliance.
6.
In extremely humid areas. This alarm should be at least 10 feet (3 m) from a bath or shower, sauna, humidifier,
vaporizer, dishwasher, laundry room, utilityroom or other
7.
In areas where the temperature is colder than 40° F (4.4° C) or hotter than 100° F (37.8° C). For example,
non-air-conditioned crawl spaces, unfinished attics, uninsulated or poorly insulated ceilings, porches and garages.
sources
of high humidity.
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