Table of Contents Introduction ................Page 1 Product View ................Pages 2-3 Features ..................Pages 4-7 Operating/Installation Instructions Step 1 Installing Batteries ............Page 8 Step 2 Installation Instructions: A. Recommended Installation Locations ......Pages 9-10 B. Where Not to Install ..........Page 11-12 C. How to Install..............Page 12 D.
Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Kidde Combination Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm model 900-0122-UK. This alarm has a five-year limited warranty. Please take a few minutes to thoroughly read this user’s guide, and save for future reference. Teach children how to respond to the alarms, and that they should never play with the unit.
Product View FRONT Red LED Light Test/Reset Button ALARM PUSH & HOLD TO TEST WEEKLY OPERATE KIDDE MOKE AND ARBON ONOXIDE LARM Alarm Green LED Light Sounder...
Product View BACK INSTALL LAST WARNING INSTALL BATTERIES SECOND MISSING INSTALL FIRST Battery Chamber AA Battery INSTALL THIRD INSTALL AA Battery SECOND INSTALL FIRST AA Battery Battery Placement...
Features • Permanent independent smoke and carbon monoxide sensors. • Smoke alarm takes precedence when both fire and carbon monoxide are present. • Alarm/Voice message warning system that alerts you of the following conditions in the manner described below, thus eliminating any confusion over which alarm is sounding: FIRE: The alarm/voice pattern is three long alarm beeps followed by the verbal warning message “FIRE! FIRE!”.
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Features • One “chirp” every 30 seconds is an indication that the alarm is malfunctioning. If this occurs call the Consumer Hotline at 0800 917 0722 (Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm). • Loud 85 decibel alarm. • Oversized test button for easy activation. •...
Ionisation units are the fastest at responding to fast flaming fires that give off little smoke. Photoelectric smoke alarms are the fastest at responding to slow smouldering, smoky fires. Kidde Safety recommends for maximum protection that both ionisation and photoelectric smoke alarms should be installed.
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Carbon Monoxide Alarm Features Carbon Monoxide (CO) Alarm The carbon monoxide (CO) alarm monitors the air for the presence of CO. It will alarm when there are high levels of CO present, and when there are low levels of CO present over a longer period of time.
Operating/Installation Instructions Step 1 Installing Batteries: Batteries were not installed at the factory and must be installed for the unit to operate! Install the three (3) AA batteries in the back of the Smoke/CO Alarm. • The mounting plate must be removed from the back of the unit to install batteries.
THAT THE INSTALLATION PROCEDURE IS FOLLOWED ACCURATELY. A. Recommended Installation Locations: Kidde Safety recommends the installation of a Smoke/CO Alarm in the following locations. For maximum protection we suggest an alarm be installed on each level of a multilevel home, including every bedroom, hallways, attics and cellars.
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Operating/Installation Instructions Mobile Homes: Mobile homes built within the last five to seven years are designed to be energy efficient. Install Smoke/CO alarms as recommended above. (Refer to Recommended Installation Instructions and Diagram A) In mobile homes that are not well insulated, extreme heat or cold can be transferred from the outside to the inside through poorly insulated walls and roof.
Operating/Installation Instructions WARNING - This product is intended for use in ordinary indoor locations of family living units. It is not designed to measure compliance with HSE Guidelines for commercial and industrial exposure. B. Where Not to Install: Do not install in garages, kitchens, boiler rooms or bathrooms! INSTALL AT LEAST 1.85 METRES AWAY FROM ANY FUEL BURNING APPLIANCE.
Operating/Installation Instructions C. How to Install: Remove mounting plate from the back of the unit by holding the rim of the mounting plate and twisting counterclockwise (left). Seven (7) years after initial power up, this unit will “chirp” every 30 seconds to indicate that it is time to replace the alarm.
Operating/Installation Instructions D. Tamper Resist Feature: To make your smoke alarm somewhat tamper resistant, a tamper resist feature has been provided. Activate the tamper resist feature by breaking off the four posts in the square holes in the trim ring (see Figure A). When the posts are broken off, the tamper resist tab on the base is allowed to engage the mounting bracket.
Operating/Installation Instructions Step 3 Testing the Alarm The test button has three purposes. It tests the unit’s electronics, resets the alarm and activates the peak level memory (See page 15). CAUTION: Due to the loudness (85 decibels) of the alarm, always stand an arms length away from the unit when testing.
It’s also reset when batteries are removed. What To Do If The Alarm Sounds NEVER IGNORE THE SOUND OF THE ALARM! Determining what type of alarm has sounded is easy with your Kidde Combination Smoke/CO Alarm. The...
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What To Do If The Alarm Sounds If the alarm sounds, check for fires first. If a fire is discovered follow these steps. Become thoroughly familiar with these items, and review with all family members! • Leave immediately using one of your planned escape routes (see page 23).
What To Do If The Alarm Sounds When the carbon monoxide alarm sounds: WARNING: Actuation of your CO Alarm indicates the presence of Carbon Monoxide (CO) which can KILL YOU. If alarm signal sounds: 1) Operate the test/reset button; PHONE NUMBER 2) If the property has gas 0800 111 999 call Transco...
It’s advisable to inquire about any applicable fees prior to having the service performed. Kidde Safety will not pay for, or reimburse, the owner or user of this product, for any repair or dispatch calls related to the alarm sounding.
Battery Replacement The voice message “LOW BATTERY” will sound once every fifteen minutes during the chirp only cycle, and will continue for at least seven days. If the red LED light flashes along with a chirp every 30 seconds, and is not followed by the voice message “LOW BATTERY”...
General Maintenance • Never use detergents or other solvents to clean the unit. • Avoid spraying air fresheners, hairspray, or other aerosols near the Smoke/CO Alarm. Do not paint the unit. Paint will seal the vents and interfere with the sensor’s ability to detect smoke and CO. Never attempt to disassemble the unit or clean inside.
Carbon Monoxide Safety Information General CO Information Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colourless, odourless and tasteless poison gas that can be fatal when inhaled. CO inhibits the blood’s capacity to carry oxygen. Possible Sources CO can be produced when burning any fossil fuel: petrol, propane, natural gas, oil and wood.
Carbon Monoxide Safety Information CO Safety Tips Every year have the heating system, vents, chimney and flue inspected and cleaned by a qualified technician. Gas appliances can only be serviced by a Corgi engineer. Always install appliances according to manufacturer’s instructions and adhere to local building codes.
Carbon Monoxide Safety Information 2. Medium Severe throbbing headache, Exposure: drowsiness, confusion, fast heart rate. 3. Extreme Exposure: Unconsciousness, convulsions, cardiorespiratory failure, death. The above levels of exposure relate to healthy adults. Levels differ for those at high risk. Exposure to high levels of carbon monoxide can be fatal or cause permanent damage and disabilities.
Fire Safety Information (cont.) Fire Prevention Never smoke in bed, or leave cooking food unattended. Teach children never to play with matches or lighters! Train everyone in the home to recognise the alarm pattern, voice message warning and to leave the home using their escape plan when it’s heard.
AC or DC electrical power; or damage caused by failure to abide by the instructions supplied. The liability of Kidde, arising from the sale of this alarm or...
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This guarantee does not affect your statutory rights. Kidde makes no guarantee, express or implied, written or oral, including that of satisfactory quality or fitness for any particular purpose, with respect to the battery.
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Service Information During the specified warranty period Kidde Safety Europe will repair or replace, at its discretion any defective Kidde Combination Smoke & CO Alarms that are returned in a postage paid package to the following address: Kidde Safety Europe Limited, Mathisen Way, Colnbrook, SL3 0HB, UK.
Kidde Safety Europe. If you require further information please contact us on 0800 917 0722 (Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm) or write to us at: Kidde Safety Europe Limited, Mathisen Way, Colnbrook, SL3 0HB, UK.Our internet address is www.kiddesafetyeurope.co.uk...
DETAILS ON CO ALARM INSTALLATION AS STATED IN ANNEX B OF BS7860-1996 IN WHICH ROOM TO PUT THE ALARM: Ideally, you should have an alarm in or near every room that contains a fuel burning appliance. However, if you have more than one appliance, but only one alarm, you should take the following into consideration when deciding where best to put the alarm.
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Mathisen Way, Colnbrook, Slough, Berkshire SL3 0HB Telephone 01753 685148 Fax 01753 685096 www.kiddesafetyeurope.co.uk FREEPHONE 0800 917 0722 (Mon-Frid 9am - 5pm) Custom Assembled in China with U.S. and Foreign Components. Patents pending...
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