Where To Install Your Co Alarm - Kidde KN-COPP-3 User Manual

Part One – Your Kidde CO Alarm
Kidde's Unique Features
Digital Display
The continuous digital display shows you the level of carbon monoxide (if
any) the unit is sensing. The unit updates this reading every 15 seconds so
you can watch levels rise or fall.
Note: If the unit does not sense any CO, the reading is zero (0). In most
homes, the unit reads "0" all the time. A reading of "0" is expected under
normal conditions, and is good. The blinking dot after the number shows
you the unit is operating.
Test/Reset Button
This button has three functions. First, this is the button you press when you
test the unit monthly (see page 1-5 for further details). Secondly, you press
this button if the unit alarms and you want to silence the alarm. This will
reset the unit and it will then again start monitoring for CO, if CO con-
centration is above 70 ppm the alarm will again sound within 6 minutes. It's
also used when resetting the peak level memory. (See page 1-7).
Peak Level Button
By pressing this button, you can see the peak CO level recorded by the
alarm since it was last cleared or unplugged. This Kidde feature allows you
(or heating contractor or fireman) to see exactly how big a CO problem
you have so you can react accordingly. (More on the peak level memory fea-
ture on page 1-7).
Sensor
The sensor is a highly sensitive, electrochemical sensor that is CO-specific
to help avoid false alarms. Turn to page 1-7 for more
information on how to care for and protect the alarm.
Sounder Alarm
This is the loud 85 decibel pulsing alarm that will sound to alert you to a
potential problem. Alarm condition is 4 quick beeps – followed by 5 sec-
onds of silence – followed by 4 quick beeps. Repeat.
Caution: Continuous exposure to this sound level at close range over an
extended period of time may cause hearing loss. We recommend you cover
the sounder with your finger while testing. More on testing on page 1-5,6.
Keyholes
When the alarm is mounted to the wall, these keyholes slide onto the
screws in the wall. (See "How to install your alarm on page 1-4).
Pull-Out Transformer/Adapter
This unique Kidde feature enables the alarm to be used as a direct plug unit,
a wall mounted unit or a table top unit. More on how this unique feature is
used for different application, page 1-4.
9V Backup Battery
This CO alarm is not battery operated. The 9V battery is to supply a short-
term backup during a power outage. In the event of a power outage, the
9V battery will continue operating the alarm for at least 20 hours.
What Carbon Monoxide Alarms Can and Cannot Do
CO alarms are designed to sense unacceptable levels of CO from mal-
functioning furnaces, appliances, gas engines or other sources.
CO alarms provide early warning of the presence of carbon monoxide,
usually before a healthy adult would experience symptoms.
This early warning is possible, however, only if your Kidde CO alarm is
located, installed and maintained as described in this user's guide.
This CO alarm is designed to act as a continuous monitor, it is not
designed for use as a short-term testing device to perform a quick check
for the presence of CO.
CO alarms have limitations. Like any other electronic device, CO alarms
are not fool-proof.
CO alarms have a limited operational life. You must test your CO alarm
monthly, because it could fail to operate at any time. If your CO alarm
fails to test properly, or if its self-diagnostic test reveals a malfunction,
immediately have the unit replaced. See back page for warranty informa-
tion.
CO alarms will not work without power. This CO alarm requires a con-
tinuous supply of electric power.
CO alarms can only sense CO that reaches the unit's sensor. Carbon
monoxide may be present in other areas without reaching the alarm. The
rate at which CO reaches the unit may be affected by doors or other
obstructions. In addition, fresh air from a vent or open window or any
other source may prevent CO from reaching the sensor. Please observe
cautions on page
1-3 "Where to install your alarm."
CO could be present on one level of the home and not reach a CO alarm
installed on a different level. For example, CO in the basement may not
reach an alarm on the second level, near the bedrooms. For this reason,
we recommend you provide complete coverage by placing a CO alarm on
every level of the home.
CO alarms are not smoke alarms. CO alarms do not sense smoke or fire.
For early warning of fire you must install smoke alarms, even though car-
bon monoxide can be generated by a fire.
CO alarms should not be used to detect the presence of natural gas
(methane), propane, butane, or other combustible fuels.
CO alarms are not a substitute for property, disability, life or other insur-
ance of any kind. Appropriate insurance coverage is your responsibility.
Consult your insurance agent.

Where to Install Your CO Alarm

Your Kidde CO alarm should be mounted in or near bedrooms and liv-
ing areas. It is recommended that you install a Kidde CO alarm on each
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