Use and Care Manual
will void your warranty. Move the Smoke/CO Alarm and
place in another location prior to performing any of the
following:
•Stainingorstrippingwoodfloorsorfurniture
•Painting
•Wallpapering
•Usingadhesives
Storing the unit in a plastic bag during any of the above
projects will protect the sensors from damage. Do not place
near a diaper pail.
WARNING: Reinstall the Smoke/CO Alarm as soon as
possible to assure continuous protection.
When household cleaning supplies or similar contaminates
are used, the area must be well ventilated. The following
substances can effect the CO sensor and may cause false
readings and damage to the sensor: Methane, propane,
iso-butane, iso-propanol, ethyl acetate, hydrogen sulfide,
sulfide dioxides, alcohol based products, paints, thinner,
solvents, adhesives, hair spray, after shave, perfume, and
some cleaning agents.
Carbon Monoxide Safety Information
General CO Information
Carbon Monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless, 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: gasoline,
propane, natural gas, oil and wood. It can be produced by
any fuel-burning appliance that is malfunctioning, improperly
installed, or not ventilated correctly. Possible sources include
furnaces, gas ranges/stoves, gas clothes dryers, water
heaters, portable fuel burning space heaters, fireplaces,
wood-burning stoves and certain swimming pool heaters.
Blocked chimneys or flues, back drafting and changes in air
pressure, corroded or disconnected vent pipes, and a loose or
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