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1. air at the Alarm and is designed to alarm before CO levels become life threatening This allows you precious time to leave the house and correct the problem This is only possible if Alarms are located installed and maintained as described in this manual Gas Detection at Typical Temperature and Humidity Ranges The CO Alarm is not formulated to detect CO levels below 30 ppm typically UL tested for false alarm resistance to Methane 500 ppm Butane 300 ppm Heptane 500 ppm Ethyl Acetate 200 ppm Isopropyl Alcohol 200 ppm and Carbon Dioxide 5000 ppm Values measure gas and vapor concentrations in parts per million Audible Alarm 85 dB minimum at 3 metres 10 feet REGULATORY INFORMATION FOR SMOKE ALARMS BRITISH STANDARDS BSI RECOMMENDATIONS BS 5839 Part 6 Code of practice for the design and installation of fire detection and alarm systems in dwellings Smoke Alarms shall be installed in all circulation spaces normally hallways and staircases that form part of escape routes one on every level and in all rooms and areas that present a high fire risk Additionally Smoke Alarms should also be installed between the sleeping area s and the most likely sources of fire living room and kitchen If there are long hallways corridors or protected rooms or areas over 7 5 metres 25 feet from the nearest unit the installation of additional Smoke Alarms may be necessary Roof voids containing stored combustibles or source2. detection requirements in common areas like foyers hallways corridors or porches Using this Smoke Alarm in common areas may not provide sufficient warning to all residents or meet local fire protection by laws regulations 3 Institutions Hospitals day care facilities long term health care facilities This Smoke Alarm may be suitable for use in individual patient sleeping resident rooms provided a primary fire detection system already exists to meet fire detection requirements in common areas like foyers hallways corridors or porches Using this Smoke Alarm in common areas may not provide sufficient warning to all residents or meet local fire protection by laws regulations 4 Hotels and Motels Also hostels inns boarding houses and sheltered housing This Smoke Alarm may be suitable for use inside individual sleeping resident rooms provided a primary fire detection system already exists to meet fire detection requirements in common areas like foyers hallways corridors or porches Using this Smoke Alarm in common areas may not provide sufficient warning to all residents or meet local fire protection by laws regulations GENERAL LIMITATIONS OF SMOKE CO ALARMS This Smoke CO Alarm is intended for residential use It is not intended for use in industrial applications where Occupational Safety and Health Administration OSHA requirements for Carbon Monoxide Alarms must be met The Smoke Alarm portion of this device is not inte
3. your records please record Date Purchased Where Purchased First Alert is a registered trademark of the First Alert Trust Printed in Mexico M09 0044 003 Q 01 08 7 COMBINATION CARBON MONOXIDE amp SMOKE ALARM USER S MANUAL Features e Separate sensors to detect smoke and CO the two alarm systems work independently Separate audible signals to indicate alarm levels of smoke or CO Powered by two AA batteries Side access drawer for easy battery replacement IMPORTANT PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND SAVE SIGNALING This user s manual contains important information about your Combination Carbon Monoxide amp Smoke Alarm s operation If you are installing this Alarm for use by others you must leave this LISTED manual or a copy of it with the end user Model SCO5 M09 0044 003 Q 01 08 Printed in Mexico TABLE OF CONTENTS INtrOCUCTION lt i 2ses in eee dante a aae Se ode aah kame 1 Fire Satiety TIPS a aeania te ante ie BAe de E O ered EE ani ie dada ats 1 Basic Safety Information iicasccccccvenn eee cannes ene e Ree ce 1 installati n pesi eserse ea a E OE mee ees 1 3 Where to Install This Alarm 00 00 eee ee eee idis 1 2 Where This Alarm Should NOT Be Installed 2 0 2 How to Install This Alarm s 0 2 20 cee eee 3 Optional Locking Features 000 ccc eeee nee e eee e eee eens 2 3 Weekly Testing ccc cece eee e eee eee eee eee eee 2 3 Regular
4. 2 Hold the mounting bracket against the ceiling or wall so the vertical mounting slot is aligned in the 12 o clock position and trace around the inside of the mounting slots vertical and horizontal mounting 3 Put the unit where it won t get covered with dust when you drill the mounting holes 4 Using a5 mm 3 16 inch drill bit drill a hole through each pencil mark 5 Insert the plastic screw anchors into the holes Tap the screw anchors gently with a hammer if necessary until they are flush with the ceiling or wall 6 Line the mounting bracket up over the plastic screw anchors 7 Screw the mounting bracket to the ceiling or wall through the mounting slots using the two screws provided 8 Before attaching the Alarm to the bracket insert the two 2 AA batteries included into the battery compartment Match the terminals on the end of the battery with the terminals on the unit Match to and to If the batteries are not fully inserted the unit cannot receive battery power NOTE The unit may beep briefly when you install the batteries This is normal The GREEN Light flashes about every 60 seconds when the unit is receiving battery power AWARNING The battery door will resist closing unless batteries are installed This warns you the unit will not operate without batteries 9 Attach the Smoke CO Alarm to the mounting bracket Line up the guides on the alarm s
5. Maintenance 0c cece eee eee eee eee 4 If Your Smoke CO Alarm Sounds 0 00 cee eee e eee eee 4 What To Do First Identify The Type Of Alarm 0 4 4 lithe CO Alarm SOUNA Sies 8500 wacita dace hae ewan E 4 If the Smoke Alarm Sounds 0 0 e cece eee eee eee 4 Using the Silence Feature 0 0 0c ccc eee 4 What You Need To Know About CO 0 cece cece ee 5 What is CO sarea ee ee a a ai E EEE E OESE Eaa Ta An E E 5 Symptoms of GO POISONING save sissin secs yr aya iia aan a E aE a eie a 5 Potential Sources of CO in the Home 0 00e eee eee 5 How Can I Protect My Family From CO Poisoning sssssasnas 5 Regulatory Information For Smoke CO Alarms 0 000005 5 7 Regulatory Information for CO Alarms 0 00005 5 6 Regulatory Information for Smoke Alarms 0 0 0000 6 Recommended Locations for Smoke Alarms 0 00 6 About Smoke Alarms gent tegisieds rakinaka ea ddiaa 4 a Giada eh ac 7 Special Compliance Considerations 00 0 ee eee eee e eens 7 General Limitations Of Smoke CO Alarms 0 000e eee eae 6 7 Troubleshooting Guide ccc cascccee cee ween end eneee ee S 6 7 Limited Guarantee 0000s c cence eee 6 2008 BRK Brands Europe Ltd A Jarden Corporation company NYSE JAH Unit 6 Carter Court Davy Way Waterwells Business Park Quedgeley Gloucester GL2 2DE United Kingdom All rights reserved E ma
6. O Alarm generally sounds an alarm before the onset of symptoms in average healthy adults Why is this important Because you need to be warned of a potential CO problem while you can still react in time In many reported cases of CO exposure victims may be aware that they are not feeling well but become disoriented and can no longer react well enough to exit the building or get help Also young children and pets may be the first affected The average healthy adult might not feel any symptoms when the CO Alarm sounds However people with cardiac or respiratory problems infants unborn babies pregnant mothers or elderly people can be more quickly and severely affected by CO If you experience even mild symptoms of CO poisoning consult your doctor immediately Continued EXISTING HOMES REGULATORY INFORMATION FOR CO ALARMS Continued Standards Underwriters Laboratories Inc Single and Multiple Station carbon monoxide alarms UL2034 According to Underwriters Laboratories Inc UL2034 Section 1 1 2 Carbon monoxide alarms covered by these requirements are intended to respond to the presence of carbon monoxide from sources such as but not limited to exhaust from internal combustion engines abnormal operation of fuel fired appliances and fireplaces CO Alarms are intended to alarm at carbon monoxide levels below those that could cause a loss of ability to react to the dangers of Carbon Monoxide exposure This CO Alarm monitors the
7. WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CO WHAT IS CO CO is an invisible odorless tasteless gas produced when fossil fuels do not burn completely or are exposed to heat usually fire Electrical appliances typically do not produce CO These fuels include Wood coal charcoal oil natural gas gasoline kerosene and propane Common appliances are often sources of CO If they are not properly main tained are improperly ventilated or malfunction CO levels can rise quickly CO is a real danger now that homes are more energy efficient Air tight homes with added insulation sealed windows and other weatherproofing can trap CO inside SYMPTOMS OF CO POISONING These symptoms are related to CO POISONING and should be discussed with ALL household members Mild Exposure Slight headache nausea vomiting fatigue flu like symptoms Medium Exposure Throbbing headache drowsiness confusion fast heart rate Extreme Exposure Convulsions unconsciousness heart and lung failure Exposure to Carbon Monoxide can cause brain damage death AWARNING Some individuals are more sensitive to CO than others including people with cardiac or respiratory problems infants unborn babies pregnant mothers or elderly people can be more quickly and severely affected by CO Members of sensitive populations should consult their doctors for advice on taking additional precautions FINDING THE SOURCE OF CO AFTER AN ALARM Carbon monoxide i
8. an to relock the battery compartment save the locking pin To relock the battery compartment close the battery door and reinsert locking pin in lock Reattach the Smoke CO Alarm to the mounting bracket IMPORTANT When replacing the batteries always test the Smoke CO Alarm before re locking the battery compartment TO UNLOCK THE MOUNTING BRACKET 1 Insert a flathead screwdriver into the rectangular cut out on the mounting bracket nearest to the locking pin Pry the Smoke CO Alarm away from the bracket by pushing up on the screwdriver and turning the Smoke CO Alarm counterclockwise left at the same time WEEKLY TESTING AWARNING e NEVER use an open flame of any kind to test this unit You might accidentally damage or set fire to the unit or to your home The built in test switch accurately tests the unit s operation e DO NOT stand close to the Alarm when the horn is sounding Exposure at close range may be harmful to your hearing When testing step away when horn starts sounding ACAUTION It is important to test this unit every week to make sure it is working properly Using the test button is the recommended way to test this Smoke CO Alarm Push and hold the Test Silence button 3 5 seconds until unit starts to alarm e The Alarm horn will sound 3 beeps pause 3 beeps The Power Smoke LED flashes Red and the CO LED will be Off e Next the horn will sound 4 beeps pause 4 beeps The Power Smoke LED will b
9. any guarantees its enclosed Smoke Carbon Monoxide Alarm but not the battery to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of five years from the date of purchase BRK Brands Europe Ltd makes no other express guarantee for this unit No agent representative dealer or employee of the Company has the authority to increase or alter the obligations or limitations of the Guarantee The Company s obligation of this Guarantee shall be limited to the repair or replacement of any part of the alarm which is found to be defective in materials or workmanship under normal use and service during the guarantee period commencing with date of purchase The Company shall not be obligated to repair or replace alarms which are found to be in need of repair because of damage unreasonable use modifications or alterations occurring after the date of purchase How to Obtain Guarantee Service Service If service is required return the product to your retailer Battery BRK Brands Europe Ltd make no guarantee express or implied written or oral including that of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose with respect to battery This product the batteries and other accessories must not be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste and must be collected separately at the end of the products life Contact your local authority for information about collection points in your area For
10. base with the guides on the mounting bracket When guides are lined up turn the base clockwise right until it snaps into place NOTE Once the Smoke CO Alarm is snapped onto the mounting bracket you can rotate the Smoke CO Alarm to adjust the alignment 10 Test the Smoke CO Alarm See Weekly Testing for details OPTIONAL LOCKING FEATURES The optional locking features are designed to discourage unauthorized removal of the batteries or Alarm It is not necessary to activate the locks in single family households where unauthorized battery or Alarm removal is not a concern This Smoke CO Alarm has two separate locking features one to lock the battery compartment and the other to lock the Smoke CO Alarm to the mounting bracket You can choose to use either feature independently or use them both Tools you will need Needle nose pliers or utility knife Standard flathead screwdriver Both locking features use locking pins which are molded into the mounting bracket Depending on which locking features you use remove one or both pins from the mounting bracket using needle nose pliers or a utility knife IMPORTANT To permanently remove either locking pin insert a flathead screwdriver between the locking pin and the lock and pry the pin out of the lock TO LOCK THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT Do not lock the battery compartment until you activate the battery and test the Smoke CO Alarm 1 Install the batteries b
11. e Off and the CO LED flashes Red If the unit does not alarm make sure the batteries are correctly installed and test again If the unit still does not alarm replace it immediately REGULAR MAINTENANCE This unit has been designed to be as maintenance free as possible but there are a few simple things you must do to keep it working properly AWARNING Use only the replacement batteries listed below The unit may not operate properly with other batteries Never use rechargeable batteries since they may not provide a constant charge e Testit at least once a week e Clean the Smoke CO Alarm at least once a month gently vacuum the outside of the Smoke CO Alarm using your household vacuum s soft brush attachment A can of clean compressed air sold at computer or office supply stores may also be used Follow manufacturer instructions for use Test the Smoke CO Alarm Never use water cleaners or solvents since they may damage the unit e If the Smoke CO Alarm becomes contaminated by excessive dirt dust and or grime and cannot be cleaned to avoid unwanted alarms replace the unit immediately e Relocate the unit if it sounds frequent unwanted alarms See Where This Alarm Should Not Be Installed for details Choosing a replacement battery Your Smoke CO Alarm requires two standard AA batteries The following batteries are acceptable as replacements Eveready Energizer E91 These batteries are available at many local retail
12. ection systems in warehouses industrial facilities commercial buildings and special purpose non residential buildings which require special fire detection and alarm systems Depending on the building regulations in your area this Smoke Alarm may be used to provide additional protection in these facilities The following information applies to all four building types below In new construction most building regulations require the use of mains AC or mains powered with integral standby supply AC DC Smoke Alarms only In existing construction mains powered AC mains powered with integral standby supply AC DC or battery DC powered Smoke Alarms can be used as specified by local building regulations Refer to British Standard BS 5839 Part 6 and BS 5588 Part 1 local buildings regulations or consult your Fire Brigade for detailed fire protection requirements in buildings not defined as dwellings 1 Single Family Residence Single family home It is recommended Smoke Alarms be installed in all circulation spaces normally hallways and staircases that form part of escape routes on every level in all rooms and areas that present a high fire risk and between the sleeping area s and the most likely sources of fire living room and kitchen 2 Multi Family or Mixed Occupant Residence Blocks of flats This Smoke Alarm is suitable for use in individual flats provided a primary fire detection system already exists to meet fire
13. efore attaching the Alarm to the bracket Insert the two 2 AA batteries included into the battery compartment Match the terminals on the end of the battery with the terminals on the unit Match to and to If the batteries are not fully inserted the unit cannot receive battery power Push and hold Test Silence button until the alarm sounds IMPORTANT If the unit does not alarm during testing DO NOT lock the battery compartment Install new batteries and test again If the unit still does not alarm replace it immediately 3 Using needle nose pliers or a utility knife detach one locking pin from the mounting bracket Push the locking pin through the hole near the battery door latch on the back of the Smoke CO Alarm TO LOCK THE MOUNTING BRACKET Using needle nose pliers or a utility knife detach one locking pin from the mounting bracket Insert the locking pin through the hole on the back of the Smoke CO Alarm as shown in the diagram When you attach the Smoke CO Alarm to the mounting bracket the locking pin s head will fit into a notch on the bracket TO UNLOCK THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT 1 Remove the Smoke CO Alarm from the mounting bracket If the unit is locked to the bracket see the section To Unlock the Mounting Bracket Insert a flathead screwdriver under the head of the locking pin and gently pry it out of the battery compartment lock If you pl
14. er vaporizer dishwasher laundry room utility room or other source of high humidity e In direct sunlight e In turbulent air like near ceiling fans or open windows Blowing air may prevent CO or smoke from reaching the sensors e In areas where temperature is colder than 4 C 40 F or hotter than 38 C 100 F These areas include non airconditioned crawl spaces unfinished attics uninsulated or poorly insulated ceilings porches and garages e In insect infested areas Insects can clog the openings to the sensing chamber e Less than 305 mm 12 inches away from fluorescent lights Electrical noise can interfere with the sensor e In dead air spaces See Avoiding Dead Air Spaces AVOIDING DEAD AIR SPACES Dead air spaces may prevent smoke from reaching the Smoke CO Alarm To avoid dead air spaces follow installation recommendations below On ceilings install Smoke CO Alarms as close to the center of the ceiling as possible If this is not possible install the Smoke CO Alarm at least 102 mm 4 inches from the wall or corner For wall mounting if allowed by building codes the top edge of Smoke CO Alarms should be placed between 150 mm 6 inches and 305 mm 12 inch es from the wall ceiling line below typical dead air spaces On a peaked gabled or cathedral ceiling install first Smoke CO Alarm within 0 9 metres 3 feet of the peak of the ceiling measured horizontally Additio
15. er words when your CO Alarm sounds you must not ignore it IF THE CO ALARM SIGNAL SOUNDS 1 Operate the Test Silence button 2 Call your emergency services or Fire Brigade like 999 in the UK or 112 in Europe Write down the number of your local emergency service here 3 Immediately move to fresh air outdoors or by an open door or window Do a head count to check that all persons are accounted for Do not re enter the premises or move away from the open door or window until the emergency services responder has arrived the premises have been aired out and your CO Alarm remains in its normal condition 4 After following steps 1 3 if your CO Alarm reactivates within a 24 hour period repeat steps 1 3 and call a qualified appliance technician to inves tigate for sources of CO from fuel burning equipment and appliances and inspect for proper operation of this equipment If problems are identified during this inspection have the equipment serviced immediately Note any combustion equipment not inspected by the technician and consult the manufacturers instructions or contact the manufacturers directly for more information about CO safety and this equipment Make sure that motor vehicles are not and have not been operating in an attached garage or adjacent to the residence Write down the number of a qualified appliance technician here NOTE A qualified appliance technician is defined as a person firm corporation o
16. espond to an alarm Failure to respond can result in injury or death e The Silence Feature is for your convenience only and will not correct a Smoke CO problem Always check your home for a potential problem after any alarm Failure to do so can result in injury or death Test this Smoke CO Alarm once a week If the Alarm ever fails to test correctly have it replaced immediately If the Alarm is not working properly it cannot alert you to a problem e This product is intended for use in ordinary indoor locations of family living units It is not designed to measure CO levels in compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration OSHA commercial or industrial standards Individuals with medical conditions that may make them more sensitive to carbon monoxide may consider using warning devices which provide audible and visual signals for carbon monoxide concentrations under 30 ppm For additional information on carbon monoxide and your medical condition contact your physician e Do not install the Alarm where it may be exposed to dripping water or could be splashed INSTALLATION WHERE TO INSTALL THIS ALARM Installing Smoke Alarms in Single Family Residences British Standards BSI recommend one Smoke Alarm on every floor in every living area and in every bedroom or sleeping area See British Standards BSI Recommendations for details For additional coverage it is recommended that you also install a Smoke Alarm in
17. halls storage areas finished attics and roof voids Make sure no door or other obstruction could keep smoke from reaching the Smoke Alarms or minimize the sound level produced from ensuring the occupants from hearing the alarm signal More specifically install combination Smoke CO Alarms e Where temperatures normally remain between 4 C 40 F and 38 C 100 F e On every level of your home including finished attics e Inside every bedroom especially if people sleep with doors closed e In the hall near every sleeping area If your home has multiple sleeping areas install a unit in each If a hall is over 7 5 metres 25 feet long install an alarm at each end e At the top of the first to second floor and subsequent floor stairways and at the bottom of the ground floor stairway IMPORTANT Specific requirements for Smoke CO Alarm installation may vary from region to region Check with your local Fire Brigade and Building Control for current requirements in your area 1 Recommended Placement Garage Smoke Carbon Monoxide Alarms gt CO Alarm Key Locations WY Heat Alarms e When installing on the wall the top edge of Smoke CO Alarms should be placed between 102 mm 4 inches and 305 mm 12 inches from the wall ceiling line e When installing on the ceiling place the alarm as close to the center as possible e In either case install at least 102 mm 4 inches from where the wall and ceiling meet See A
18. il address info firstalert co uk www firstalert eu All First Alert Smoke Alarms conform to regulatory requirements including UL217 and are designed to detect particles of combustion Smoke particles of varying number and size are produced in all fires e Ionization technology is generally more sensitive than photoelectric D technology at detecting small particles which tend to be produced in greater amounts by flaming fires which consume combustible materials rapidly and spread quickly Sources of these fires may include paper burning in a wastebasket or a grease fire in the kitchen Photoelectric technology is generally more sensitive than ionization p technology at detecting large particles which tend to be produced in greater amounts by smoldering fires which may smolder for hours before bursting into flame Sources of these fires may include cigarettes burning in couches or bedding INTRODUCTION FIRE SAFETY TIPS Follow safety rules and prevent hazardous situations 1 Use smoking materials properly Never smoke in bed 2 Keep matches or lighters away from children 3 Store flammable materials in proper containers 4 Keep electrical appliances in good condition and don t overload mains circuits 5 Keep cookers barbecue grills fireplaces and chimneys grease and debris free 6 Never leave anything heating on the cooker unattended 7 Keep portable heaters and open flames like candles away from flammable materia
19. it meets or exceeds current Standards it may not be heard if 1 the unit is located outside a closed or partially closed door 2 residents recently consumed alcohol or drugs 3 the alarm is drowned out by noise from stereo TV traffic air conditioner or other appliances 4 residents are hearing impaired or sound sleepers Special purpose units like those with visual and audible alarms etc should be installed for hearing impaired residents The Alarm may not have time to alarm before the fire itself causes damage injury or death since smoke from some fires may not reach the unit immediately Examples of this include persons smoking in bed children playing with matches or fires caused by violent explosions resulting from escaping gas Smoke CO Alarms are not foolproof Like any electronic device Smoke CO Alarms are made of components that can wear out or fail at any time You must test the unit weekly to ensure your continued protection Smoke CO Alarms cannot prevent or extinguish fires They are not a substitute for property or life insurance Smoke CO Alarms have a limited life The unit should be replaced immediately if it is not operating properly You should always replace a Smoke CO Alarm after 5 years from date of purchase Write the purchase date on the user s manual and keep in a safe place for future reference TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE If the Alarm Horn chirps about once per minute Horn does three rapid chirp
20. ls 8 Don t let rubbish accumulate Keep alarms clean and test them weekly Replace alarms immediately if they are not working properly Smoke Alarms that do not work cannot alert you to a fire Keep at least one working fire extinguisher on every floor and an additional one in the kitchen along with a fire blanket Have fire escape ladders or other reliable means of escape from an upper floor in case stairs are blocked BASIC SAFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT e Dangers Warnings and Cautions alert you to important operating instructions or to potentially hazardous situations Pay special attention to these items e This Smoke CO Alarm is approved for use in single family residences It is NOT designed for boat or caravan use ACAUTION e This combination Smoke Carbon Monoxide Alarm has two separate alarms The CO Alarm is not designed to detect fire or any other gas It will only indicate the presence of carbon monoxide gas at the sensor Carbon monoxide gas may be present in other areas The Smoke Alarm will only indicate the presence of smoke that reaches the sensor The Smoke Alarm is not designed to sense gas heat or flames AWARNING e This Smoke CO Alarm cannot operate without working batteries Removing the batteries for any reason or failing to replace the batteries at the end of their service life removes your protection e NEVER ignore any alarm See If Your Smoke CO Alarm Sounds for more information on how to r
21. nal Smoke CO Alarms may be required depending on the length angle etc of the ceiling s slope Refer to BS 5839 Part 6 5588 Part 1 and local building regulations for details on requirements for sloped or peaked ceilings HOW TO INSTALL THIS ALARM IMPORTANT This combination Smoke CO Alarm was designed to be mounted on the ceiling or wall It is not a tabletop device You must install this device on the ceiling or wall as outlined below Read Where To Install This Alarm before starting PARTS OF THIS SMOKE CO ALARM 1 Test Silence Button 2 Battery Compartment 3 Power Smoke Alarm LED 4 CO Alarm LED Tools you will need pencil drill with 5mm 3 16 drill bit flathead screwdriver hammer ACAUTION e Do not connect this unit to any other alarm or auxiliary device It is a single station unit that cannot be linked to other devices Connecting anything else to this unit may prevent it from working properly e Do not install this unit over mains cables or holes into the ceiling Air currents will prevent smoke from reaching the sensing chamber and prevent the unit from alarming Only AC powered units are intended for installation over mains cables IMPORTANT If you want to lock the battery compartment or lock the Smoke CO Alarm to the mounting bracket please read the Optional Locking Features section 1 Hold base firmly and twist the mounting bracket counterclockwise left to separate it from the unit
22. nd windows closed unless you must escape through them e Cover your nose and mouth with a cloth preferably damp Take short shallow breaths e Meet at your planned meeting place outside your home and do a head count to make sure everybody got out safely e Call the Fire Brigade as soon as possible from outside Give your address then your name e Never go back inside a burning building for any reason e Contact your Fire Brigade for ideas on making your home safer AWARNING Alarms have various limitations See General Limitations of Smoke CO Alarms for details USING THE SILENCE FEATURE AWARNING Never remove the batteries to quiet an unwanted alarm Removing the batteries disables the alarm and removes your protection The Silence Feature is intended to temporarily silence the horn while you identify and correct the problem Do not use the Silence Feature in emergency situations It will not correct a CO problem or extinguish a fire To use the Silence Feature press and hold the Test Silence button on the cover of the Smoke CO Alarm for 3 seconds When the Smoke Alarm is Silenced When the CO Alarm is Silenced The CO alarm will remain silent for 4 minutes The Smoke Alarm will remain silent for 15 minutes then return to normal operation After 4 minutes if CO levels remain potentially dangerous the horn will start sounding again If the smoke has not cleared or continues to increase the device will g
23. nded to alert hearing impaired residents Special purpose Smoke Alarms should be installed for hearing impaired residents CO Alarms are not yet available for the hearing impaired Smoke CO Alarms may not waken all individuals Practice the escape plan at least twice a year making sure that everyone is involved from kids to grandparents Allow children to master fire escape planning and practice before holding a fire drill at night when they are sleeping If children or others do not readily waken to the sound of the Smoke CO Alarm or if there are infants or family members with mobility limitations make sure that someone is assigned to assist them in fire drill and in the event of an emergency It is recommended that you hold a fire drill while family members are sleeping in order to determine their response to the sound of the Smoke CO Alarm while sleeping and to determine whether they may need assistance in the event of an emergency Smoke CO Alarms cannot work without power Battery operated units cannot work if the batteries are missing disconnected or dead if the wrong type of batteries are used or if the batteries are not installed correctly AC units cannot work if the AC power is cut off for any reason open fuse or circuit breaker failure along an electrical main or at a power station electrical fire that burns the electrical wires etc If you are concerned about the limitations of battery or AC power install both types of u
24. nits Smoke CO Alarms cannot sense smoke or CO that does not reach the sensors Smoke or CO from fires in chimneys or walls on roofs or on the other side of closed doors may not reach the sensing chamber and set off the alarm That is why one unit should be installed inside each bedroom or sleeping area especially if bedroom or sleeping area doors are closed at night and in the hallway between them Smoke CO Alarms may not detect smoke or CO on another floor or area of the home For example a stand alone unit on the second floor may not detect smoke from a ground floor fire until the fire spreads This may not give you enough time to escape safely That is why recommended minimum protection is at least one unit in all circulation spaces normally hallways and staircases that form part of escape routes on every level and in all rooms and areas that present a high risk Even with a unit on every floor stand alone units may not provide as much protection as interconnected units especially if the fire starts in a remote area Some safety experts recommend installing interconnected mains AC powered units with battery DC back up see About Smoke Alarms or professional fire detection systems so if one unit senses smoke or CO all units alarm Interconnected units may provide earlier warning than stand alone units since all units alarm when one detects smoke or CO Smoke CO Alarms may not be heard Though the alarm horn in this un
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26. pipes cold humid air with extended periods between cycles e Negative pressure differential resulting from the use of exhaust fans e Several appliances running at the same time competing for limited fresh air e Vent pipe connections vibrating loose from clothes dryers boilers or water heaters e Obstructions in or unconventional vent pipe designs which can amplify the above situations 2 Extended operation of unvented fuel burning devices range oven fireplace 3 Temperature inversions which can trap exhaust close to the ground 4 Car idling in an open or closed attached garage or near a home These conditions are dangerous because they can trap exhaust in your home Since these conditions can come and go they are also hard to recreate during a CO investigation HOW CAN I PROTECT MY FAMILY FROM CO POISONING A CO Alarm is an excellent means of protection It monitors the air and sounds a loud alarm before Carbon Monoxide levels become threatening for average healthy adults ACO Alarm is not a substitute for proper maintenance of home appliances To help prevent CO problems and reduce the risk of CO poisoning e Clean chimneys and flues yearly Keep them free of debris leaves and nests for proper air flow Also have a professional check for rust and corrosion cracks or separations These conditions can prevent proper air movement and cause backdrafting Never cap or cover a chimney in any way that would block ai
27. r company that either in person or through a representative is engaged in and responsible for the installation testing servicing or replacement of heating ventilation air conditioning HVAC equipment combustion appliances and equipment and or gas fireplaces or other decorative combustion equipment IF THE SMOKE ALARM SOUNDS RESPONDING TO AN ALARM If you hear the alarm horn sound 3 beeps pause 3 beeps pause and the RED SMOKE light is flashing smoke has been detected Evacuate everyone from the building AWARNING e Ifthe unit alarms and you are not testing the unit it is warning you of a potentially dangerous situation that requires your immediate attention NEVER ignore any alarm Ignoring the alarm may result in injury or death e Never remove the batteries from a battery operated Smoke CO Alarm to stop an unwanted alarm caused by cooking smoke etc Removing batteries disables the alarm so it cannot sense smoke and removes your protection Instead open a window or fan the smoke away from the unit The alarm will reset automatically e Ifthe unit alarms get everyone out of the house immediately WHAT TO DO IN CASE OF FIRE e Don t panic stay calm Follow your family escape plan e Get out of the house as quickly as possible Don t stop to get dressed or collect anything e Feel doors with the back of your hand before opening them If a door is cool open it slowly Don t open a hot door Keep doors a
28. r flow e Test and maintain all fuel burning equipment annually In the case of gas appliances this must be a CORGI registered installer Many local gas or oil companies and heating companies offer appliance mainte nance and inspection contracts When service technicians engineers come to service your heating and cooking appliances ensure the fol lowing checks are carried out if you are unable to do them yourself e Make regular visual inspections of all fuel burning appliances Check appliances for excessive rust and scaling Also check the flame on the burner and pilot lights The flame should be blue A yellow flame means fuel is not being burned completely and CO may be present Keep the blower door on the boiler closed Use vents or fans when they are available on all fuel burning appliances Make sure appliances are vented to the outside Do not grill or barbecue indoors or in garages or on screen porches e Check for exhaust backflow from CO sources Check the draft hood on an operating boiler for a backdraft Look for cracks on boiler heat exchangers e Check the house or garage on the other side of shared wall e Keep windows and doors open slightly If you suspect that CO is escaping into your home open a window or a door Opening windows and doors can significantly decrease CO levels In addition familiarize yourself with all enclosed materials Read this manual in its entirety and make sure you understand what to do if yo
29. s every minute LED has 3 rapid flashes with chirps replaced Carbon Monoxide Alarm ONLY Device is not working properly and needs to be Low battery warning Install two new AA batteries Units under guarantee should be returned to manufacturer for replacement See Limited Guarantee for details CO Alarm goes back into alarm 4 minutes after you CO levels indicate a potentially dangerous situation IF YOU ARE FEELING SYMPTOMS OF CO press the Test Silence button CO Alarm sounds frequently even though no high levels of CO are revealed in an investigation Smoke Alarm ONLY Smoke Alarm sounds when no smoke is visible For a list of acceptable replacement batteries see Regular Maintenance POISONING EVACUATE your home and call 999 or the Fire Brigade If not press the Test Silence button again and keep ventilating your home The CO Alarm may be improperly located Refer to Relocate your Alarm If frequent alarms continue Where to Install This Alarm for details Unwanted alarm may be caused by non emergency Clean the Alarm s cover with a soft clean cloth If source like cooking smoke have home rechecked for potential CO problems You may be experiencing an intermittent CO problem frequent unwanted alarms continue relocate your Alarm Alarm may be too close to a kitchen cooking appliance or steamy bathroom LIMITED GUARANTEE BRK Brands Europe Ltd the Comp
30. s an odorless invisible gas which often makes it difficult to locate the source of CO after an alarm These are a few of the factors that can make it difficult to locate sources of CO e House well ventilated before the investigator arrives e Problem caused by backdrafting e Transient CO problem caused by special circumstances Because CO may dissipate by the time an investigator arrives it may be difficult to locate the source of CO First Alert BRK Brands Europe Ltd shall not be obligated to pay for any carbon monoxide investigation or service call POTENTIAL SOURCES OF CO IN THE HOME Fuel burning appliances like portable heater gas or wood burning fireplace gas kitchen range or cooktop gas clothes dryer Damaged or insufficient venting corroded or disconnected water heater vent pipe leaking chimney pipe or flue or cracked heat exchanger blocked or clogged chimney opening Improper use of appliance device operating a barbecue grill or vehicle in an enclosed area like a garage or screened porch Transient CO Problems transient or on again off again CO problems can be caused by outdoor conditions and other special circumstances The following conditions can result in transient CO situations 1 Excessive spillage or reverse venting of fuel appliances caused by outdoor conditions such as e Wind direction and or velocity including high gusty winds Heavy air in the vent
31. s of ignition may also warrant the installation of additional Smoke Alarms The installation of Smoke Alarms in kitchens toilets bathrooms or shower rooms is not recommended as these locations occasionally experience conditions that can result in improper operation More specifically install Smoke Alarms e Where temperatures normally remain between 4 C 40 F and 38 C 100 F e On every level of your home including finished attics e Inside every bedroom especially if people sleep with doors closed e In the hall near every sleeping area If your home has multiple sleeping areas install a unit in each If a hall is over 7 5 metres 25 feet long install an alarm at each end e At the top of the first to second floor and subsequent floor stairways and at the bottom of the ground floor stairway IMPORTANT Specific requirements for Smoke Alarm installation may vary from region to region Check with your local Fire Brigade and Building Control for current requirements in your area RECOMMENDED LOCATIONS FOR SMOKE ALARMS KITCHEN DINING ROOM KITCHEN SINGLE STORY RESIDENCE FLAT MOBILE HOME MULTI STORY RESIDENCE KEY REQUIRED TO RECOMMENDED MEET BSI FOR ADDITIONAL RECOMMENDATIONS PROTECTION GaYsaMOd AYALLVE ABOUT SMOKE ALARMS Battery DC powered Smoke Alarms Provide protection even when electricity fails provided the batteries are fresh and correctly installed Units are easy
32. stores IMPORTANT Actual battery service life depends on the Smoke CO Alarm and the environ ment in which it is installed All the batteries specified above are acceptable replacement batteries for this unit Regardless of the manufacturer s suggested battery life you MUST replace the battery immediately once the unit starts chirping the low battery warning To replace the batteries without removing Alarm from the ceiling or wall 1 Open the battery compartment 2 Press tabs A and B as shown in the diagram and remove each battery 3 Insert the new batteries making sure they snap completely into the battery compartment Match the terminals on the ends of the batteries with the terminals on the unit 4 Close the battery compartment and then test the unit by pressing the Test Silence button IF YOUR SMOKE CO ALARM SOUNDS WHAT TO DO FIRST IDENTIFY THE TYPE OF ALARM What You See and Hear CO LED Flashing RED Horn 4 beeps pause 4 beeps pause Power Smoke LED Off Type of Alarm Carbon Monoxide CO Smoke Power Smoke LED Flashing RED Horn 3 beeps pause 3 beeps pause CO LED Off IF THE CO ALARM SOUNDS ALARM MOVE TO FRESH AIR If you hear the alarm horn sound 4 beeps pause 4 beeps pause and the RED CO light is flashing move everyone to a source of fresh air AWARNING Actuation of your CO Alarm indicates the presence of carbon monoxide CO which can kill you In oth
33. to install and do not require professional installation May also be interconnected model dependent so if one unit senses smoke all units alarm Mains AC powered Smoke Alarms Can be interconnected so if one unit senses smoke all units alarm They do not operate if electricity fails Mains AC with battery DC back up will operate if electricity fails provided the batteries are fresh and correctly installed Mains AC powered and mains powered with battery back up AC DC units must be installed by a qualified electrician All these Smoke Alarms are designed to provide early warning of fires if located installed and cared for as described in the user s manual and if smoke reaches them If you are unsure which type of Smoke Alarm to install refer to British Standard BS 5839 Part 6 and 5588 Part 1 BSI 389 Chiswick High Road London W4 4AL UK Local building regulations may also require specific units in new construction or in different areas of the home SPECIAL COMPLIANCE CONSIDERATIONS AWARNING This Smoke Alarm alone is not a suitable substitute for complete fire detection systems in places housing many people like blocks of flats communal escape routes hotels motels hostels inns hospitals long term health care facilities nursing homes day care facilities boarding houses or sheltered housing of any kind even if they were once single family residences It is not a suitable substitute for complete fire det
34. ur CO Alarm sounds REGULATORY INFORMATION FOR SMOKE CO ALARMS REGULATORY INFORMATION FOR CO ALARMS WHAT LEVELS OF CO CAUSE AN ALARM Underwriters Laboratories Inc Standard UL2034 requires residential CO Alarms to sound when exposed to levels of CO and exposure times as described below They are measured in parts per million ppm of CO over time in minutes UL2034 Required Alarm Points e If the alarm is exposed to 400 ppm of CO IT MUST ALARM BETWEEN 4 and 15 MINUTES e If the alarm is exposed to 150 ppm of CO IT MUST ALARM BETWEEN 10 and 50 MINUTES e If the alarm is exposed to 70 ppm if CO IT MUST ALARM BETWEEN 60 and 240 MINUTES Approximately 10 COHb exposure at levels of 10 to 95 Relative Humidity RH The unit is designed not to alarm when exposed to a constant level of 30 ppm for 30 days IMPORTANT CO Alarms are designed to alarm before there is an immediate life threat Since you cannot see or smell CO never assume it s not present e An exposure to 100 ppm of CO for 20 minutes may not affect average healthy adults but after 4 hours the same level may cause headaches e An exposure to 400 ppm of CO may cause headaches in average healthy adults after 35 minutes but can cause death after 2 hours IMPORTANT This CO Alarm measures exposure to CO over time It alarms if CO levels are extremely high in a short period of time or if CO levels reach a certain minimum over a long period of time The C
35. voiding Dead Air Spaces for more information NOTE For any location make sure no door or other obstruction could keep carbon monoxide or smoke from reaching the Alarm WHERE THIS ALARM SHOULD NOT BE INSTALLED Do NOT locate this Smoke CO Alarm e In garages kitchens boiler rooms crawl spaces and unfinished attics Avoid extremely dusty dirty or greasy areas e Where combustion particles are produced Combustion particles form when something burns Areas to avoid include poorly ventilated kitchens garages and boiler rooms Keep units at least 6 metres 20 feet from the sources of combustion particles cooker boiler water heater space heater if possible In areas where a 6 metre 20 foot distance is not possible in modular mobile or smaller homes for example it is recommended the Smoke CO Alarm be placed as far from these fuel burning sources as possible The placement recommendations are intended to keep these Alarms at a reasonable distance from a fuel burning source and thus reduce unwanted alarms Unwanted alarms can occur if a Smoke CO Alarm is placed directly next to a fuel burning source Ventilate these areas as much as possible e Within 1 5 metres 5 feet of any cooking appliance In air streams near kitchens Air currents can draw cooking smoke into the smoke sensor and cause unwanted alarms e In extremely humid areas This Alarm should be at least 3 metres 10 feet from a shower sauna humidifi
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