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526-7201-01.qxd:_ 2008.3.10 2:18 PM Page 2 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.
2526-7201-01.qxd:_ 2008.3.10 2:18 PM Page 3 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.
2526-7201-01.qxd:_ 2008.3.10 2:18 PM Page 4 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.
2526-7201-01.qxd:_ 2008.3.10 2:18 PM Page 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 alarm manual 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.
2526-7201-01.qxd:_ 2008.3.10 2:18 PM Page 6 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.
2526-7201-01.qxd:_ 2008.3.10 2:18 PM Page 7 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.
2526-7201-01.qxd:_ 2008.3.10 2:18 PM Page 8 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.
2526-7201-01.qxd:_ 2008.3.10 2:18 PM Page 9 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 Disable Switch Tamper-Resist Feature This is an alert to notify consumers the unit has been unplugged or has come loose from the outlet.
2526-7201-01.qxd:_ 2008.3.10 2:18 PM Page 10 2. Product Features and Specifications Low Battery Warning If the 9V battery is missing or battery power is low, the unit will chirp every 15 seconds to indicate the battery must be replaced. If the battery is depleted beyond the point of having the capacity to operate the unit, it will chirp every 30 to 45 seconds and will NOT respond to the test button being pressed if operating on battery power.
2526-7201-01.qxd:_ 2008.3.10 2:18 PM Page 11 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.
2526-7201-01.qxd:_ 2008.3.10 2:18 PM Page 12 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.
2526-7201-01.qxd:_ 2008.3.10 2:19 PM Page 13 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.
2526-7201-01.qxd:_ 2008.3.10 2:19 PM Page 14 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.
2526-7201-01.qxd:_ 2008.3.10 2:19 PM Page 15 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 reset or power up. The Peak Level display feature will display levels between 11-999 PPM.
2526-7201-01.qxd:_ 2008.3.10 2:19 PM Page 16 7. Maintenance 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. Use of a different battery may have a detrimental effect on the alarm operation. The 9 volt battery is not rechargeable.
2526-7201-01.qxd:_ 2008.3.10 2:19 PM Page 17 7. Maintenance Move the CO Alarm to a remote location, to prevent possible damage or contamination of the sensor, prior to performing any of the following: • Staining or stripping floors or furniture, painting or wall-papering • Using aerosols or adhesives WARNING: Reinstall the CO Alarm as soon as possible to assure continuous protection.
2526-7201-01.qxd:_ 2008.3.10 2:19 PM Page 18 SEVEN 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 seven (7) 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.
