110-729C Thank you for purchasing a Firex carbon monoxide alarm. It is an important component of your home security system. Please read this booklet thoroughly. The more familiar you are with the information it contains, the easier you will find it to install, operate, and maintain your carbon monoxide alarm properly.
The Dangers of Carbon Monoxide Carbon Monoxide (CO) is a toxic gas. It cannot be seen, felt, tasted, or smelled. The effects of CO poisoning can cause household members to become extremely ill or even cause death. Due to damage, poor maintenance, or defects, many appliances like furnaces, ovens, fireplaces, kerosene heaters, and grills may silently emit CO.
CO Alarm Features cont. This CO alarm is designed to detect carbon monoxide gas from any source of combustion. It is NOT designed to detect smoke, fire, or any other type of gas. If this CO alarm sounds its alarm horn, DO NOT assume that it is a false alarm.
See Figure 2. • This CO alarm may be interconnected with as many as 11 other Firex CO alarms of the same model. DO NOT connect to any other type or model CO alarm or other device. • Connect CO alarms to a single AC branch circuit. If local codes do not permit connection to a single AC branch circuit, be sure the neutral wire is common to all circuits used.
How to Operate Your CO Alarm This carbon monoxide alarm has been evaluated by UL and meets the applicable UL standards and requirements. This CO alarm has a three light and sound...
Test Your CO Alarm Weekly Momentarily press the TEST/RESET button and note the alarm sound. Also note that the LED indicators flash the proper test sequence as described in “How to Install Your CO Alarm.” If the alarm does not beep after depressing the TEST/RESET button or exhibit the correct LED test sequence, immediately return the CO alarm to Maple Chase for repair or replacement.
Troubleshooting Problem: The alarm is properly connected to AC power, but the green LEDs do not light. Solution: Return alarm to Maple Chase Company for service (see warranty). Problem: Amber Fault light flashes every 30 seconds Solution: Press the Test/Reset button to allow the alarm to re-check itself internally.
Maple Chase Company warrants to the original consumer purchaser each new carbon monoxide alarm 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. Maple...