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526-7206-00(820-1371 Rev. C).qxd:_ 2012.11.5 What to do When the Alarm Sounds! Carbon Monoxide Alarm Procedure WARNING: Activation of the CO Alarm indicates the presence of Carbon Monoxide (CO) which can kill you. 1) Operate the Test/Reset button; 2) Call your emergency services (Fire Department or 911); PHONE NUMBER: 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.
2526-7206-00(820-1371 Rev. C).qxd:_ 2012.11.5 Welcome Note: Many times throughout this User’s Guide, we will refer to Carbon Monoxide as “CO”. This Kidde carbon monoxide (CO) alarm is an important part of your family’s home safety plan. This alarm has been designed and tested to detect CO buildup in a residential environment. Your alarm is for use specifically in the home. As an owner of a CO alarm, there are some basic facts you should know about for your protection.
2526-7206-00(820-1371 Rev. C).qxd:_ 2012.11.5 Important Warning Statements ! 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 or industrial standards. It is not suitable for installation in hazardous locations as defined in the National Electric Code.
2526-7206-00(820-1371 Rev. C).qxd:_ 2012.11.5 1. Information About Carbon Monoxide General Carbon Monoxide Information Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless and tasteless poison gas that can be fatal when inhaled. CO inhibits the blood’s capacity to carry oxygen. Periodically review this user's guide and discuss your CO alarm emergency procedure with all the members of your family. Never ignore a CO alarm. A true alarm is an indication of potentially dangerous levels of CO.
2526-7206-00(820-1371 Rev. C).qxd:_ 2012.11.5 1. Information About Carbon Monoxide Carbon Monoxide PPM Levels (model KN-COP-DP-LS with digital display only) Model KN-COP-DP-LS is equipped with a digital display that shows levels of CO (displayed in PPM – parts per million). Learn the difference between dangerous, high, mid and low levels. Dangerous Levels: When someone is experiencing symptoms of CO poisoning and CO readings are generally above 100 PPM.
2526-7206-00(820-1371 Rev. C).qxd:_ 2012.11.5 1. Information About Carbon Monoxide • Blocked chimneys or flues, back drafts and changes in air pressure, corroded or disconnected vent pipes, loose or cracked furnace exchangers. • Vehicles and other combustion engines running in an open or closed garage, attached or near a home. • Burning charcoal or fuel in grills and hibachis in an enclosed area.
2526-7206-00(820-1371 Rev. C).qxd:_ 2012.11.5 1. Information About Carbon Monoxide Because carbon monoxide is a cumulative poison, long-term exposures to low levels may cause symptoms, as well as short-term exposures to high levels. This Kidde unit has a time-weighted alarm – the higher the level of CO present, the sooner the alarm will be triggered. This CO alarm can only warn you of the presence of CO. It does not prevent CO from occurring, nor can it solve an existing CO problem.
2526-7206-00(820-1371 Rev. C).qxd:_ 2012.11.5 2. Product Features and Specifications Model KN-COB-DP-LS Sounder Alarm Green Operate Light Test/Reset Button Peak Level Red Alarm Light Model KN-COP-DP-LS 9 Volt Battery Door Screw (used with Tamper-Resist Feature) Tamper-Resist Activation Switch (see Normal Operating Characteristics) Tamper-Resist Activate Slide Tamper-Resist Feature This is a constant 85dB alert to notify consumers the unit has been unplugged or has come loose from the outlet.
2526-7206-00(820-1371 Rev. C).qxd:_ 2012.11.5 2. Product Features and Specifications battery to be changed without the alarm sounding. To deactivate the feature, press in the Tamper-Resist Activation switch and move the disable slide towards the switch. ! WARNING: Failing to remove the battery prior to activating the tamper resist feature will result in the unit going into an IMMEDIATE constant audible tone condition if the unit has been powered for 2 minutes or longer.
2526-7206-00(820-1371 Rev. C).qxd:_ 2012.11.5 3. Installation Locations Recommended Installation Locations CO alarms should be mounted in or near bedrooms and living areas. It is recommended that you install a Kidde CO alarm on each level of your home. When choosing your installation locations, make sure you can hear the Recommended Locations alarm from all sleeping areas. If you install only one CO alarm in your home, install it near bedrooms, not in the basement or furnace room.
2526-7206-00(820-1371 Rev. C).qxd:_ 2012.11.5 4. Installation Instructions How to Install Your Alarm Direct Plug Alarm To install: 1. Choose a standard 120V unswitched outlet to plug the alarm into. 2. If outlet is mounted sideways (horizontally), rotate the plug and plug the alarm in. CAUTION: Do not rotate the alarm while it is plugged into an outlet, as damage to plug may result.
2526-7206-00(820-1371 Rev. C).qxd:_ 2012.11.5 6. KN-COB-DP-LS Operating Characteristics Within a few minutes, your carbon monoxide alarm will start monitoring for CO and will continue to do so as long as it receives power. When the Model KN-COB-DP-LS CO alarm loses power: If you have a good 9V battery installed, the alarm will automatically switch to the battery backup mode and the green LED will flash approximately every 10 seconds.
2526-7206-00(820-1371 Rev. C).qxd:_ 2012.11.5 2:22 PM 6. Model KN-COP-DP-LS (with digital display) Operating Characteristics Whenever the alarm is operating, the digital display will display “0” to indicate the unit is monitoring for CO. If the alarm senses dangerous levels of CO, the digital display will indicate the CO concentration in parts per million (PPM), and the alarm will emit an audible alarm pattern.
2526-7206-00(820-1371 Rev. C).qxd:_ 2012.11.5 6. Model KN-COP-DP-LS (with digital display) Operating Characteristics Peak Level Memory When the Peak Level button is pressed and held, the display shows the highest CO reading taken by the CO alarm since its last Peak Level Memory Reset or power up. The Peak Level display feature will display levels between 11-999 PPM.
2526-7206-00(820-1371 Rev. C).qxd:_ 2012.11.5 7. Maintenance Battery Replacement NOTE: This CO alarm is not battery operated. However, these alarms are equipped with 9 volt battery backup – the 9 volt battery is to supply short term back-up during a power outage. When replacing the battery, use one of the following approved brands: • Duracell MN1604 or MX1604 • Energizer 522 • Gold Peak GP1604A These batteries can be purchased where you bought the alarm or at a local hardware store.
2526-7206-00(820-1371 Rev. C).qxd:_ 2012.11.5 7. Maintenance • Avoid spraying air fresheners, hair spray, paint or other aerosols near the alarm. • Do not paint the unit. Paint will seal the vents and interfere with proper sensor operation.
2526-7206-00(820-1371 Rev. C).qxd:_ 2012.11.5 TEN YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Warranty Coverage: The manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser, that this product (except battery) will be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of ten(10) years from date of purchase. The manufacturer’s liability hereunder is limited to replacement of the product, repair of the product or replacement of the product with repaired product at the discretion of the manufacturer.
