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A. INTRODUCING THE AMERICAN SENSORS COS2010
• In high humidity areas such as bathrooms and attics, place at least 10
CARBON MONOXIDE & SMOKE ALARM
feet (3 m) away from bathrooms.
• In insect infested areas.
CO and smoke sensors for double protection
• In poorly ventilated kitchens or garages.
The COS2010 is equipped with 2 sensors; CO and smoke, to protect
• In very dusty or dirty areas.
your family from 2 leading cause of fatal accidents in the home.
• Near fluorescent lights, place at least 5 feet (1.5 m) from fluorescent
Carbon monoxide is a dangerous, poisonous gas. It is often referred to as
lights.
the Silent Killer because it has no odor or taste and it cannot be seen.
The presence of carbon monoxide inhibits the blood's capacity to
transport oxygen throughout the body, which can eventually lead to
C. How should you install the alarm?
brain damage.
The COS2010 is designed to be mounted on the ceiling or wall using the
In any enclosed space (home, office, recreational vehicle or boat) even a
small accumulation of carbon monoxide can be dangerous.
enclosed mounting plate. If locating in a room with simple sloped,
peaked or gabled ceilings, install the alarm at least 3 feet (1.0 M) from
INTRODUCTION
the highest point.
This symbol alerts you to important operating instructions
or to potentially hazardous situations. Please read these
items carefully.
IMPORTANT:
Please read this entire owner's manual and follow all
directions as written.
Your alarm is to be mounted onto a junction box on the wall or
ceiling. These units are for permanent connection only and
WARNING:
should be installed by a Qualified Appliance Technician only. Do
not connect wires to an AC outlet, extension cord, or power cord
Never ignore your carbon monoxide alarm if it activates. See
and attachment plug. Do not connect to an AC outlet that is
sections D & F for more information.
controlled by a wall switch.
The COS2010 is an effective product for detecting any build-up of
carbon monoxide and smoke in your home. INSTALL ONE COS2010
IN EVERY ROOM AND LEVEL OF YOUR HOME FOR MAXIMUM
PROTECTION.
Your new Alarm:
The circuit used to power the alarm must be a 24-hour voltage circuit
• Is easy to install
that cannot be turned off by a switch or ground fault interrupter. It is
• Interconnectable with up to 11 additional CO or smoke alarms
highly recommended that alarms be wired on a separate circuit (one
• Continuously monitors for carbon monoxide and smoke
with no other lights or appliances) to ensure maximum reliability of
AC power supply. For installation of alarms in dwelling units, it is
• Visual icon confirms if carbon monoxide or smoke alarm is activated
important to follow the National Electrical Code.
• Sounds a loud alarm (85 dB) when it detects a hazardous build-up of
carbon monoxide or smoke
To mount the COS2010 on the ceiling follow these steps:
• Has a Test/Reset button so that you can test or reset at any time
Mount to any standard or rectangular junction box with a minimum
• Listed by the Underwriters Laboratories Inc. UL2034 - effective
depth of 1 inch (25 mm). 120V AC, 55mA operation.
October 1, 1998 and UL217 June, 1999
1. Electricity must be turned off at service entrance before beginning
• Has a five-year limited warranty
installation to prevent electrical shock or equipment damage.
2. Location must comply with applicable building codes.
IMPORTANT:
3. Install a junction box where you plan to install the alarm. Use
standard 14 gauge wire.
THE C0S2010 IS INTERCONNECTABLE WITH THE
4. Connect black and white wires from power connector to AC power
AMERICAN SENSORS SA360 & SA379 SMOKE ALARMS;
leads.
AND ASI ELECTRONICS ESA5011 SMOKE ALARM. IT IS
5. For multiple station application, use the orange wire to interconnect
NOT RECOMMENDED FOR INTERCONNECTING WITH
smoke alarms and the brown wire to interconnect additional CO
ANY OTHER MODEL.
alarms up to a maximum of 11 units in total.
If unit is not to be interconnected, unused wires must be
B. Where should you install this CO & smoke alarm?
capped prior to final installation.
The human body is most vulnerable to the effects of carbon monoxide
during sleeping hours. Since
6. Loosen or remove screws from junction box.
carbon monoxide moves
7. Attach flat side of mounting plate and tighten screws to fit snugly
freely in the air, the suggested
against the junction box and ceiling or wall.
location is in or as near as
8. Bring power connector through center opening.
possible to sleeping areas of
CO/SA
9. Slip the paper gasket supplied with the alarm over the power
the home. For maximum
connector and
protection, a carbon
CO/SA
then onto the
monoxide alarm should be
mounting
located outside primary
plate so that
sleeping areas or on each level
CO/SA
the four plastic
of your home. In the
tabs on the
illustration above are
mounting
suggested locations in the home. The electronic sensors detect carbon
plate will hold
monoxide and smoke, measure the concentration, and sound a loud
the gasket in
alarm before a potentially harmful level is reached.
place. The
Locate the alarm in the following areas:
gasket will
• In every room of your home (except the bathroom): Research indicates
prevent downward air currents from entering the alarm through holes
that substantial increases in warning time can be obtained with each
in the back of the alarm unless blocked off downward air currents
properly installed, additional alarm.
could prevent CO or smoke from entering the alarm.
• In bedrooms: In anticipation of fires originating within these rooms,
caused by faulty wiring, lamps, appliances, smoking or other hazards.
• In hallways: At a distance no greater than 13 feet (4 meters) from the
farthest wall and no greater than 26 feet (8 meters) from the next
alarm.
• In the center of a room or hallway: As it is impossible to predict the
source of a fire. If it is necessary to place the alarm on a wall, always
IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT YOU INSERT THE GASKET WHEN
locate the top of the smoke alarm 4–6 inches (10–15 cm) from the
INSTALLING YOUR ALARM.
ceiling.
• As needed: To compensate for closed doors and other obstacles that
10. Align the plug area on the alarm with the cutout in the gasket and
may interfere with the path of smoke to an alarm. They may also
place the alarm on the mounting plate, turn clockwise to fasten it to
prevent occupants on one side of a closed door from hearing a alarm
the mounting plate.
on the other side of the door.
11. Plug wire connector into the back of the alarm.
Some locations may interfere with the proper operation of the alarm and
12. If auxiliary lock is desired, insert the Locking Key into the slot in the
base of the alarm. Locking Key should "click" into position and be
may cause false alarms or trouble signals.
flush with the alarm housing.
• Smoke Alarms are not fool-proof. Smoke alarms may not always sense
every kind of fire. They cannot be expected to sense fires caused by
CAUTION: Do not attempt to remove alarm without first removing
carelessness or by safety hazards. They may not give early warning of fast
the Locking Key. If the key is not first removed, damage may result. To
growing fires caused by smoking in bed, violent explosions, escaping gas,
remove use a screwdriver and gently pry the Locking Key loose.
improper storage of flammable materials, overloaded electrical circuits,
natural causes such as lightning, children playing with matches, or arson.
13. Test alarm operation after installation in accordance with Section D.
Note: Maximum interconnect wiring length is 150 feet (50 meters).
NFPA RECOMMENDATIONS
For your information, the National Fire Protection Association's
Remove from mounting plate with needle nosed pliers and insert in housing
Standard 72 reads as follows:
2-2.1.1.1 Smoke alarms shall be installed outside of each separate
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 and
unfinished attics. In new construction a smoke alarm also
shall be installed in each sleeping room.
A-2.5.2.1 Smoke Detection – Are More Smoke Alarms Desirable? The
required number of smoke alarms might not provide reliable early
warning protection for those areas separated by a door from the
MODEL COS2010
areas protected by the required smoke alarms. For this reason, it is
120VAC Dual-Ionization
recommended that the householder consider the use of additional
Interconnectable CO and
smoke alarms for those areas for increased protection. The
Smoke Alarm
additional areas include the basement, bedrooms, dining room,
furnace room, utility room, and hallways not protected by the
required smoke alarms. 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.
Do not place the Alarm in the following areas:
• Where the temperature may drop below 40°F (4.4°C) or exceed 100°F
(37.8°C).
Note: This equipment should be installed in accordance with the
• Near paint thinner fumes or household cleaning products. Ensure
National Fire Protection Association Standard 72. (National Fire
Protection Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269).
proper ventilation when using these types of chemicals.
• Within 6 feet (1.8 m) of any cooking or open flame appliances such as
furnaces, stoves and fireplaces.
D. How can you test/reset the alarm?
• In exhaust streams from gas engines, vents, flues or chimneys.
• Do not place in close proximity to an automobile exhaust pipe; this
A Green power light indicates that power is supplied
will damage the Alarm.
To test the alarm wait at least ten minutes after installation then:
• In turbulent air from fans, doors, windows, etc. The rapid air
• Press and hold the test/reset button until the unit starts to beep.
movement may prevent combustion particles from entering the alarm.
• Release the test button - the red smoke alarm LED light will flash and will
• In dead air spaces such as at the peak of an "A" frame ceiling. "Dead
beep three times and stop.
air" at the top may prevent smoke from reaching the alarm in time to
• The unit will start to beep again, with two series of four short beeps
provide early warning. In rooms with simple sloped, peaked or gabled
and the Red CO alarm LED will turn "ON". After the second series of
ceilings, install smoke alarms on the ceiling 3 feet (90 cm) from the
beeps, the Red CO alarm LED will turn off.
highest point of the ceiling. Note: For complex ceiling structures,
• A single beep approximately once every minute indicates a
consult a safety expert for the number of alarms required and the best
malfunctioning unit. Do not use this unit. See section M for details.
locations.
• Less than 6 inches (15 cm) from the wall when mounted on the
If you have any questions regarding this unit , call
1-800-387-4219
E. How can you maintain your alarm?
Your combination CO and smoke alarm is only useful if it works.
This illustration explains proper maintenance.
WARNING:
WARNING:
UNIT WILL NOT OPERATE DURING A POWER FAILURE
F. What do the LED lights mean?
WARNING:
Power
Green LED
Smoke Alarm
Red LED
CO Alarm
Red LED
Trouble Alarm: If the unit is defective, a short
constantly repeating alarm "Beep" will occur
once per minute.
G. What should you do if the CO ALARM sounds?
CAUTION:
CAUTION:
THIS UNIT WILL ONLY INDICATE THE PRESENCE OF CARBON MONOXIDE
AT THE SENSOR. CARBON MONOXIDE MAY BE PRESENT IN OTHER
AREAS.
If harmful levels of carbon monoxide are detected, your unit will go into
alarm. (See Section F for description of this alarm.)
WARNING
quick disconnect
alarm
power connector
Actuation of your CO alarm indicates the presence of
carbon monoxide (CO) which can KILL YOU. If alarm signal
sounds:
1. Operate reset/silence button;
2. Call your emergency services (
[fire department or 911];
mounting plate
paper gasket (not shown-fits in between)
3. Immediately move to fresh air–outdoors or by an open
door/window. Do a head count to check that all persons
are accounted for. Do not reenter the premises nor
move away from the open door/window until the
emergency services responders have arrived, the
premises have been aired out, and your alarm remains
in its normal operation.
WARNING:
4. After the following steps 1-3, If your alarm reactivates
within a 24 hour period, repeat steps 1-3 and call a
qualified appliance technician____________to
investigate 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.
To Use Optional Locking Key-
What to do after resetting the unit following an alarm?
A full continuous alarm within six minutes after reset confirms ongoing
presence of harmful levels of carbon monoxide. If this occurs follow
instructions 1-3 above.
What to do after a carbon monoxide problem has been
corrected?
After a carbon monoxide problem has been corrected reset your alarm by
pushing the Test/Reset button as per the instructions on Section D.
E
Typical co
nditions which can result in CO false alarms:
BLACK 120VAC, 60Hz
WHITE
1) Excessive spillage or reverse venting of fuel burning appliances caused
Outlet Box
Brown
by outdoor ambient conditions, such as:
Twist Connectors
Cap Unused Wire
a) Wind direction and/or velocity, including high gusts of wind.
Ceiling
Heavy air in the vent pipes (cold/humid air with extended periods
Mounting Plate
between cycles).
Supplied Gasket Must Be
SINGLE STATION
Installed In Mounting Plate
b) Negative pressure differential resulting from the use of exhaust fans.
Quick Disconnect
c) Simultaneous operation of several fuel burning appliances
Power Connector
competing for limited internal air.
BLACK 120VAC, 60Hz
WHITE
d) Vent pipe connections vibrating loose from clothes dryers,
ORANGE Interconnect (SMOKE)
furnaces, or water heaters.
BROWN Interconnect (CO)
e) Obstructions in or unconventional vent pipe designs which can
amplify the above situations.
2) Extended operation of unvented fuel burning devices (range, oven,
fireplace, etc.).
MULTIPLE STATION
3) Temperature inversions which can trap exhaust gasses near the ground.
4) Car idling in an open or closed attached garage, or near a home.
H. What should you do if the Smoke ALARM sounds?
If smoke is detected, your unit will go into alarm. (The alarm is a flashing
red smoke icon and repeating pattern of 3 beeps.)
• Don't waste time collecting possessions after a fire starts.
• Arouse all occupants and leave the building. Your most valuable
possession is your life.
• Doors can mean escape or death. Never open doors without first
checking for heat. Test them with your hands, if they feel warm, fire
may be walled up behind them - leave closed and find another escape
route.
• Call the fire department from OUTSIDE the building.
• If trapped inside, stay close to the floor, cover mouth with cloth,
conserve breath as you crawl to safety.
• Keep all doors and windows closed except for escape purposes.
• NEVER re-enter a burning building.
• Keep your family in a pre-arranged meeting place after your escape.
I
. PREPARE YOUR OWN ESCAPE PLAN
Most important, when fire strikes, a prepared and practiced escape plan can
make the difference between life and death. Develop an escape plan and
practice it with the entire family, including small children.
• Ensure all family members are familiarized with the alarm signal.
• Draw a Floor Plan of Your Home and determine two exits from each
room. There should be a way to get out of each bedroom without
opening the door.
Test/Reset button
• Have Fire Drills Often. Practice your Escape and BE PREPARED.
Test the alarm by
pressing the Test/Reset
• Decide on a meeting place at a safe distance from your home.
button once a month.
Your local fire department may be able to offer you additional ideas for
(see section D)
safety and escape plans in the home.
Vacuum the alarm
every six months to
keep it free of dust.
Kitchen
Bath
Bedroom
Room
Dining
1
Room
Bedroom
Living
Room
2
Meeting
Place
Continuous Green LED
indicates power is supplied
The smoke alarm signal
WARNING:
consists of 3 constantly
repeating beeps every 4
seconds, with the Red LED
Never disconnect the AC power on your alarm to silence a
flashing intermittently
nuisance alarm. Clear the area of smoke by opening doors and
windows or fanning the smoke away.
The CO alarm signal
consists of 4 constantly
repeating rapid beeps every
J. What are the potential sources of carbon monoxide?
5 seconds, with the
Red LED light on constantly.
Although many products of combustion can cause discomfort and
adverse health effects, it is carbon monoxide (CO) that presents the
greatest threat to life.
CO is produced by the incomplete combustion of fuels such as natural
gas, propane, heating oil, kerosene, coal, charcoal, gasoline or wood. The
incomplete combustion of fuel can occur in any device that depends on
burning for energy or heat such as furnaces, boilers, room heaters, hot
water heaters, stoves or grills and in any gasoline- powered vehicle or
engine (e.g., generator set or lawnmower). Tobacco smoke also adds CO
to the air you breathe.
When properly installed and maintained, your natural gas furnace and
hot water heater do not pollute your air space with carbon monoxide.
Natural gas is known as a "clean burning" fuel because under correct
operating conditions the combustion products are water vapor and
carbon dioxide, which are not toxic. (Carbon dioxide (CO2) is also
present in the air we exhale and is necessary for plant life.) The products
of combustion are vented from furnaces and water heaters to the outside
by means of a flue duct or chimney.
CAUTION:
Correct operation of fuel-burning equipment requires two key
conditions. There must be:
• An adequate supply of air for complete combustion
• Proper venting of the products of combustion from the furnace
through the chimney, vent or duct to the outside.
) ,
Typical Carbon Monoxide Problems.
1. Equipment problems, due to defects, poor maintenance, damage
cracked heat exchangers.
2. Collapsed or blocked chimneys or flues, dislodged, disconnected or
damaged vents.
3. Downdraft in chimneys or flues; this can also be caused by very long or
circuitous flue runs, improper location of flue exhaust or wind
conditions.
4. Improper installation or operation of equipment, chimneys or vents.
5. Air tightness of house envelope results in a lack of air for the
combustion process.
6. Inadequate exhaust of space heaters or appliances.
7. Exhaust ventilation/fireplace competing for air supply.
K. Potential sources of carbon monoxide in your
home/office:
Clogged Chimney
Wood Stove
Wood or Gas Fireplace
Gas or Kerosene
Automobile and Garage
Gas Water Heater
Heater
Cigarette Smoke
Gas or Oil Furnace
Gas Appliances
L. What are the possible symptoms of carbon
monoxide poisoning?
Carbon monoxide (CO) is odorless, colorless, tasteless and very toxic.
When inhaled, it produces an effect known as chemical asphyxiation.
Injury is due to the combining of CO with the available hemoglobin in
the blood, which lowers the oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood. In the
presence of carbon monoxide, the body is quickly affected by oxygen
starvation.
The following symptoms are related to carbon monoxide poisoning and
should be discussed with all members of the household so that you know
what to look for:
Extreme Exposure
: Unconsciousness, convulsions, cardio-
respiratory failure, death
Medium Exposure: Severe throbbing headache, drowsiness,
confusion, vomiting, fast heart rate
Mild Exposure: Slight headache, nausea, fatigue (often described as
mptoms)
"flu-like" sy
Many cases of reported CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING indicate
that while victims are aware they are not well, they become so
disoriented they are unable to save themselves by either exiting the
building or calling for assistance. Young children and household pets may
be the first affected. Exposure during sleep is particularly dangerous
because the victim usually does not awaken.
The amount of carbon monoxide in the air is measured as ppm (parts per
million). The graph below shows the important relationship between
carbon monoxide in the air, exposure time and health effects.
For most people, mild symptoms generally will be felt after several hours
Dirt and Blockage
of exposure to 100 ppm of carbon monoxide. Higher levels will lead to
Never insulate or try to seal up a draft hood, wind cap or exhaust vent on
more severe symptoms or death.
any gas appliance (furnace, hot water heater, range, dryer or space
heater). Keep your equipment area clean. Don't store anything that could
Carbon Monoxide (ppm CO) vs. Time (minutes)
restrict air circulation close to equipment.
1800
It is absolutely essential to your safety that panels and grills on the
A – 50% COHb (Permanent Brain Damage - Death)
1600
furnace are kept in place and that the fan compartment door is closed
B – 45% COHb (Coma and Permanent Brain Damage)
when the furnace is operating.
C – 40% COHb (Collapse)
1400
D – 35% COHb (Vomiting)
If you have a gas water heater, make sure that combustion air openings at
E – 30% COHb (Drowsy)
1200
the bottom of the tank and the opening below the draft diverter (on top
F – 25% COHb (Headache and Nausea)
G – 20% COHb (Headache)
of the tank next to the flue duct) remain unblocked.
H – 15% COHb (Slight Headache)
1000
If you have a gas dryer, the exhaust duct must be vented to the outside
I – 10% COHb (None)
J – 5% COHb (None)
and have a hood at the end. Check that the exhaust system is not
800
blocked by lint or debris and that the flapper in the hood moves freely.
600
For all fuel-burning equipment, make sure that vent hoods and pipes are
not blocked by insulation, leaves or bird nests.
400
Using other equipment that consumes or exhausts household air
200
If you use exhaust fans, a fireplace or other fuel burning heaters or stoves:
100
50
Run exhaust fans for just a minute or two at a time. Prolonged use could
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
140
160
180
200
220
240
remove too much air, and it wastes heat.
(Minutes)
Do not run power attic vents during the winter or when your furnace is on.
When your fireplace, coal or wood stove is operating, open a window and
M
. MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING
close off warm air registers in the room or install a fresh air duct directly
TEST THE ALARM MONTHLY. VACUUM EVERY SIX MONTHS.
to the fireplace or stove so that it won't steal air from your furnace.
Your alarm should be cleaned every six months to help keep the unit
Confining or enclosing gas-fired equipment
working efficiently.
If you have partitioned off your furnace and water heater, you may need
REMOVE POWER TO ALARM. Gently vacuum through the vents of
additional ventilation.
the alarm with a soft brush attachment. Keep vacuum nozzle from
Danger Signs
touching the unit.
Stuffy, stale or smelly air, back drafts and soot from a fireplace or furnace
RE-ESTABLISH POWER TO ALARM.
chimney usually means your home needs more air for proper combustion
Problems may be indicated by the following:
and healthy living. For gas-fired equipment, mostly yellow (rather than
1. The alarm does not sound upon pressing the test button.
clear blue) burner flames, a pilot light that keeps going out, or a smell of
2. The green operating light does not remain steadily on when unit is
gas indicate trouble. Turn off the equipment and contact your gas
AC powered.
company emergency service.
3. The unit beeps shortly, approximately every sixty seconds indicating a
Additional Safety Tips
malfunctioning unit.
Have your fuel-burning equipment checked periodically for safety and
Try the following:
efficiency by a qualified service technician.
1. Inspect breaker or fuse in power circuit to alarm.
If you are adding a wood or coal burning stove to a home, make sure that
the stove is properly installed and vented. Check with the Building and
2. Gently vacuum as recommended above.
Inspections Department of your local municipality or consult a heating
3. Call an electrician to inspect house wiring and connection to alarms.
contractor before installation. If you have already installed a wood or
If these procedures do not correct the problem, do NOT attempt repairs.
coal stove without a building permit or inspection, consult your local
If the alarm is within warranty period and terms, indicate the nature of
municipal building authority. Some "do-it-yourselfers" have unknowingly
the problem and return the unit with proof of purchase to the
created dangerous conditions. Once you file for a permit, a qualified
manufacturer. See below for instructions. Units beyond warranty cannot
inspector will check your installation and explain how to rectify any
be economically repaired.
mistakes.
Do not expose yourself to carbon monoxide through carelessness. Never
DURING A FALSE ALARM, DO NOT DISCONNECT THE AC
operate a gasoline-powered engine in a confined or enclosed space such
POWER SUPPLY.
as a garage or tool shed. Never use a kerosene stove or charcoal grill in a
Dust can lead to excess sensitivity. Vacuum as recommended above.
confined space such as a closed garage or recreational van.
DO NOT PAINT THE UNIT.
On masonry chimneys inspect the clean-out regularly to ensure that the
chimney is free and clear of debris.
Regardless of the fuel your furnace, fireplace or stove uses, your chimney
N. Technical Information
should be inspected from time to time by a competent chimney
Your unit utilizes a proprietary Electronic Sensing Technology that
contractor.
permits the unit to vary the exposure time before the alarm sounds based
Never try to add a "heat reclaimer" or "automatic flue damper" to your
on carbon monoxide concentrations.
gas furnace or water heater. Gas installation safety codes prohibit use of
Exposure Times
these devices as an add-on to an existing furnace because of the risks of
incorrect installation and mechanical failure.When using paints,
The carbon monoxide concentrations and time standards for the alarms
household cleaning supplies or similar materials, be sure that you're using
are as follows:
them in a well ventilated area.
The Full Alarm Activates
Following sensible maintenance and safety procedures in the home will
• Within 60–240 minutes at exposures of 70 ppm
give you fuel savings without endangering your health.
• Within 10–50 minutes at exposures of 150 ppm
• Within 4–15 minutes at exposures of 400 ppm
Q. COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Carbon monoxide alarm is designed to detect carbon
Q.
Will this unit detect smoke or fire?
monoxide gas from ANY source of combustion. It is NOT
A.
Yes. This is a combined CO alarm and smoke alarm.
designed to detect fire or any other gas, unless the product
Q.
What does the alarm sound like?
has been investigated and determined to comply with the
A.
The CO alarm is a constantly repeating series of 4 rapid beeps
applicable requirements.
every 5 seconds, with the Red CO LED light on constantly while
while the alarm horn beeps.
The smoke alarm is a series of 3 repeating beeps every 4 seconds,
Model COS2010
with the Red smoke alarm LED light flashing everytime the
alarm beeps.
Power Supply
COS2010: 120 V AC (~) 60Hz, 7W
A single beep approximately once every minute indicates a
Dimensions
5.25" diameter x 1.75"
malfunctioning unit. Do not use this unit. See section M for details
NORMAL OPERATING CONDITIONS
Q.
How do I test the unit?
Operating Temperatures
40°F to 100°F (4.4°C to 37.8°C)
A.
Push the test/reset button. Do not use car exhaust or
Humidity
30% to 70%
intentionally introduce carbon monoxide through other
methods. These methods are dangerous to you and the
pollutants from car exhaust may damage the unit.
Sound Level
85 dB at 10 ft
WARNING:
This product is intended for use in ordinary indoor locations of family
living units. It is not designed to measure compliance with
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) commercial
and industrial standards. Individuals with medical problems may
consider using warning devices which provide audible and visual signals
for carbon monoxide concentrations under 30 ppm.
Markham, Ontario, Canada, L3R 1B2
O. 5 year warranty information
Limited Warranty
Dicon Global Inc., which manufactures American Sensors
Alarms, warrants its product, to the original consumer purchaser, to be
free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and
service for a period of five (5) years from date of purchase.
Dicon Global Inc. makes no other express warranty for this Alarm.
No agent, representative, dealer or employee of the Company has the
authority to increase or alter the obligations or limitations of this
CARBON MONO IDE
warranty. The company's obligation of this warranty shall be limited to
the repair or replacement of any part of the alarm which is found to be
defective in materials or workmanship under normal use of service during
& smoke Alarm
the five (5) year period commencing with the date of purchase.
The company shall not be obligated to repair or replace units which are
found to be in need of repair because of damage, unreasonable use,
modifications, or alterations occurring after the date of purchase.
The duration of any implied warranty, including that of merchantability
or fitness for any particular purpose, shall be limited to five (5) years on
the Alarm commencing with the date of purchase. In no case shall the
Company be liable for any consequential or incidental damages for
breach of this or any other warranty, expressed or implied whatsoever,
even if the loss or damage is caused by the Company's negligence or fault.
Some states/provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion
may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and
you may also have other rights, which vary regionally.
Units in need of repair should be returned to Dicon Global Inc.
20 Steelcase Road West, Unit 3, Markham, Ontario, Canada L3R 1B2
Call 800-387-4219 for shipping instructions and a returned
goods authorization number. Returned goods must be shipped prepaid.
Owner's Manual
P. Tips for the homeowner
COS2010
Energy Conservation and Indoor Air Quality
Two steps that homeowners take to conserve energy may adversely affect
Professional Series:
indoor air quality.
Hardwire Model
Since air leakage can account for as much as 40% of heat loss, houses are
being made more air tight. Reduced air leakage will contribute to higher
concentrations of air contaminants from indoor sources and can cause
draft reversal in the furnace or fireplace chimney when the demand for
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air by fireplaces, furnaces and exhaust fans exceeds the air supplied by
IN A SAFE PLACE.
leakage area and supply ducts.
This manual contains important information.
Converting from oil to gas, without taking steps to prevent chimney
A copy of this manual must be left with the end user.
deterioration, will increase the risk of chimney blockage, draft failure and
the associated release of combustion products into the house. Qualified
contractors and inspection by the gas company are recommended.
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