MODEL SCO1N—User`s Manual
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1. When the CO alarm is silenced The smoke alarm will remain silent for If the smoke has not cleared or continues to increase the device will go back into alarm 8 minutes and then return to normal operation The CO alarm will remain silent for 4 minutes After 4 minutes if CO levels remain potentially dangerous the horn will start sounding again A WARNING Use the silence feature only if you are certain of the source of smoke If you are not certain of the source or a fire starts while you are clearing smoke evacuate the house immediately IMPORTANT The silence feature is intended to temporarily silence the alarm horn It will not correct a CO problem 13 e rd S M06_1043_001 E Page 14 Thursday July 13 2000 8 20 AM CHAPTER 4 Testing and Maintenance WEEKLY TESTING A WARNING 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 Push and hold the Test Silence button on the cover until you hear a chirp The chirp marks the start of the self test sequence First the BATTERY green and SERVICE yellow lights will flash briefly this is normal Next the smoke alarm will sound The smoke symbol will flash and you will hearthis horn pattern 3 beeps pause 3 beeps pause Finally the CO Alarm will sound2. Silence feature quiets alarm horn while you take corrective action The Smoke Alarm The Smoke Alarm monitors the air for the presence of combustion particles produced when something burns When enough combustion particles or smoke reach the smoke sensing chamber it triggers an alarm lonization Technology Smoke alarm light flashes when smoke alarm is triggered Silence feature quiets alarm horn in response to unwanted alarms like those caused by cooking smoke 1 e rd S M06_1043_001 E Page 2 Thursday July 13 2000 8 20 AM BASIC SAFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT Dangers Warnings and Cautions alert you to important operating instructions or to potentially hazardous situations Pay special attention to these items CAUTION This combination Smoke and 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 will not sense gas heat or flames IMPORTANT This Smoke CO Alarm is approved for use in single family residences Itis NOT designed for marine or RV use IMPORTANT This device is not intended to alert hearing impaired residents Smoke alarms specifically designed for the hearing impaired which feature devices like
3. 26 CHAPTER 10 General Limitations Of This Alarm 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 intended 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 This Smoke CO Alarm will not work without powerThis alarm requires a 9V alkaline or lithium attery to operate This Smoke CO Alarm will not sense carbon monoxide or smoke that does not reach the sensors It will only sense CO or smoke at the sensor CO or smoke may be present in other areas Doors or other obstructions may affect the rate at which CO or smoke reaches the sensors If bedroom doors are usually closed at night we recommend you install an alarm device Combination CO and Smoke Alarm or separate CO alarms and smoke alarms in each bedroom and in the hallway between them This Smoke CO Alarm may not sense CO or smoke on another level of the home Example This alarm device installed on the second floor may not sense CO or smoke in the basement For this reason one alarm device may not give adequate early warning Recommended minimum protection is one alarm device in every sleeping area every bedroom and on every level of your
4. 3920 Enterprise Court Aurora IL 60504 8132 Warranty BRK Brands Inc makes no warranty express or implied written or oral including that of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose with respect to the battery IONIZATION SMOKE ALARMS These units are generally more effective at detecting fast 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 SMOKE ALARMS These units are generally more effective at detecting slow smoldering fires which smolder for hours before bursting into flame Sources of these fires may include cigarettes burning in couches or bedding For maximum protection use both types of smoke alarms on each level of your home First Alert is a registered trademark of the First Alert Trust M06 1043 001 10 99
5. flammable materials 8 Don t allow rubbish to accumulate 17 e rd S M06_1043_001 E Page 18 Thursday July 13 2000 8 20 AM 18 CHAPTER 6 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 maintained are improperly ventilated or malfunction CO levels can rise quickly CO is a real danger now that homes are more energy efficient Airtight 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 A CAUTION 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 q
6. including all children know what the alarm signal means and how to react to it Teach them they must be pre pared to leave the home by themselves if needed 5 Hold fire drills every 6 months and practice how to escape safely Show children how to check if doors are hot before opening them Show them how to use an alternate exit if a door is hot and shouldn t be opened Teach them to stay close to the floor and crawl if necessary e Install at least one smoke alarm on every level of your home in every bedroom and in every sleeping area Keep alarms clean and test them weekly Replace smoke alarms immediately if they are not working properly 5moke alarms that do not work cannot alert you to a fire Keep at least one working fire extin guisher on every floor and an additional one in the kitchen Have fire escape lad ders or other reliable means of escape from an upper floor in case the stairs are blocked Follow safety rules and prevent hazard ous 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 electrical circuits 5 Keep stoves barbe cue grills fireplaces and chimneys free from grease and debris 6 Never leave anything cooking on the stove unat tended 7 Keep portable heaters and open flames like candles away from
7. t e rd S M06_1043_001 E Page 5 Thursday July 13 2000 8 20 AM CHAPTER 2 Installation WHERE TO INSTALL THIS ALARM Minimum coverage for smoke alarms as recommended by the national Fire Protection Association NFPA is one smoke alarm on every floor in every sleeping area and in every bedroom See Chapter 8 for details on the NFPA recommendations The Consumer Product Safety Commission CPSC recommends the use of at least one CO Alarm per household located near the sleeping area NOTE For added protection install an additional CO Alarm at least 15 feet 5 meters away from the furnace or fuel burning heat source e In general install combination Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarms On every level of your home including finished attics and basements Inside every bedroom especially if people sleep with the door partly or completely closed In the hall near every sleeping area If your home has multiple sleeping areas install a unit in each If a hall is more than 40 feet 12 meters long install a unit at each end Atthe top of first to second floor stairs Atthe bottom of the basement stairs For additional coverage install alarms in all rooms halls and storage areas where temperatures normally remain between 40 F and 100F 4 and 38 C In a Mobile Home Install alarms on inside walls ONLY Uninsulated outside walls and roofs of mobile homes often transfer heat and
8. cold from outdoors 5 e VN M06 1043 001 E Page 6 Thursday July 13 2000 8 20 AM e Recommended Placement WHERE NOT TO INSTALL BEDROOM BEDROOM KITCHEN LIVING ROOM S C m Ls E e BASEMENT j amp SUGGESTED AREAS FOR INSTALLING CO ALARMS When installing on the wall the top edge of smoke alarms should be placed between 4 inches 102 mm and 12 inches 305 mm from the wall ceiling line When installing on the ceiling place the alarm as close to the center as possible In either case install at least 4 inches 102 mm from where the wall and ceiling meet See Avoiding 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 t aa THIS ALARM Do NOT locate this Smoke CO Alarm In garages kitchens furnace rooms crawl spaces and unfinished attics Avoid extremely dusty dirty or greasy areas Closer than 20 feet 6 meters from a fur nace or other fuel burning heat source or fuel burning appliances like a water heater Where combustion particles formed when something burns are produced Avoid poorly ventilated kitchens garages and furnace rooms Keep this Smoke CO Alarm at least 20 feet 6 meters from sources of combustion particles stove vehicle furnace whenever possible Within 5 feet of any cooking appliance In air stre
9. flashing strobe lights are available to alert the hearing impaired in case of fire e A WARNING This Smoke CO Alarm cannot operate without a working battery Removing the battery for any reason or failing to replace the battery atthe end of its service life removes your protection A WARNING NEVER ignore any alarm Refer to Chapter 3 for more information on how to respond to an alarm Failure to respond can result in injury or death A WARNING The Silence Feature is for your convenience only and will not correct a problem See Chapter 3 for details on using the Silence Feature A WARNING Test this Carbon Monoxide Smoke Alarm once a week If it ever fails to test correctly have it replaced immediately If the alarm is not working properly it cannot alert you to a problem A CAUTION Do not paint over the Smoke CO Alarm Paint may clog the openings to the sensing chamber and prevent the sensors from operating properly e rd S M06_1043_001 E Page 3 Thursday July 13 2000 8 20 AM ALARM SPECIFICATIONS Audible Alarm 85dB minimum at 10 feet 3 meters Power Powered by 9V battery Green light flashes about twice a minute when device is receiving battery power This alarm is designed to sound for up to 12 hours in alarm conditions provided the battery is fresh and installed correctly Warranty 5 year limited warranty The Smoke Alarm During Alarm Repeating Horn Pattern horn
10. home Some experts recommend battery powered smoke and CO alarms be used in conjunction with interconnected AC powered smoke alarms For details see Different Types of Smoke Alarms for details This Smoke CO Alarm may not be heard The alarm horn loudness meets or exceeds the current UL standard However if the device is installed outside the bedroom it may not wake up a sound sleeper or one who has recently used drugs or has been drinking alcoholic beverages This is especially true if the door is closed or only partly open Even persons who are awake may not hear the alarm horn if the sound is blocked by distance or closed doors Noise from traffic stereo radio television air conditioner or other appliances may also prevent alert persons from hearing the alarm horn This alarm device is not intended for people who are hearing impaired The smoke 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 This Smoke CO Alarm is not a substitute for life insurance Though this Smoke CO Alarm warns against increasing CO levels or the presence of smoke BRK Brands Inc does not warrant or imply in any way that they will protect lives Homeowners and renters must still insure their lives Th
11. of CO IT MUST ALARM BETWEEN 4 and 15 MINUTES Ifthe alarm is exposed to 150 ppm of CO IT MUST ALARM BETWEEN 10 and 50 MINUTES Ifthe alarm is exposed to 70 ppm of CO ITMUST ALARM BETWEEN 60 and 240 MINUTES 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 Anexposure to 100 ppm of CO for 20 minutes may not affect average healthy adults but after 4 hours the same level may cause headaches 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 CO 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 alarms However people with cardiac or respiratory problems infants unborn
12. use in ordina UL2034 Section 1 1 2 Carbon monoxide indoor locations of family living units It s alarms covered by these requirements are not designed to measure CO levels in intended to respond to the presence of carbon compliance with Occupational Safety and monoxide from sources such as but not limited Health Administration OSHA commercial to exhaust from internal combustion engines or industrial standards Individuals with abnormal operation of fuel fired appliances medical conditions may consider using and fireplaces CO alarms are intended to alarm warning devices which provide audible and at carbon monoxide levels below those that visual signals for carbon monoxide could cause a loss of ability to react to the concentrations under 30 ppm dangers of Carbon Monoxide exposure This CO Alarm monitors the air 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 This CO Alarm is designed to alert you to a potentially dangerous build up of CO over time It cannot fix a CO problem and it cannot identify a specific source of CO The company shall not be obligated to pay for any carbon monoxide investigation or service call conducted by a Fire Department or licensed investigator or repairman arranged by the homeowner in response to an alarm
13. will need pencil drill with 3 16 or5mm drill bit flathead screwdriver hammer Before you start installation find the pair of self adhesive labels included with this CO alarm On each label write in the phone number of your emergency responder like 911 and a qualified appliance technician Place one label near the CO Alarm and the other label in the fresh air location you plan to go if the alam sounds NOTE A qualified appliance technician is defined as a erson firm corporation or 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 Do not connect this unit to an e other alarm CAUTION 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 A CAUTION Do not install this unit over an electrical junction box Air currents around junction oxes can prevent smoke from reaching the sensing chamber and prevent the unit from alarming Only AC powered units are intended for installation over junction boxes 1 Hold the mounting Hold base firmly and twist the mounting bracket counterclockwise left to separate it from the
14. wood buming fireplace gas kitchen Obstructions in or unconventional vent range or cooktop gas clothes dryer pipe designs which can amplify the Damaged or insufficient venting corroded or above situations disconnected water heater vent pipe leaking 2 Extended operation of unvented fuel burning chimney pipe or flue or cracked heat devices range oven fireplace exchanger blocked or clogged chimney opening 3 Temperature inversions which can trap exhaust close to the ground Improper use of appliance device operating EE a barbecue grill or vehicle in an enclosed area 4 Caridling in an open or closed attached like a garage or screened porch garage or near a home Transient CO Problems transient or on These conditions are dangerous because they again off again CO problems can be caused by can trap exhaust in your home Since these outdoor conditions and other special conditions can come and go they are also hard circumstances to recreate during a CO investigation 19 n E e rd S M06_1043_001 E Page 20 Thursday July 13 2000 8 20 AM 20 e CHAPTER 7 Regulatory Information for CO Alarms What Levels of CO Cause an Alarm Underwriters Laboratories Inc UL2034 defines 3 specific alarm points by which all residential CO Alarms must alarm They are measured in parts per million ppm of CO over time in minutes UL2034 Required Alarm Points Ifthe alarm is exposed to 400 ppm
15. 0 9 meters of the peak of the ceiling measured horizontally Additional smoke alarms may be required depending on the length angle etc of the ceiling s slope Refer to NFPA 72 for details on requirements for sloped or peaked ceilings For wall mounting if allowed by building codes the top edge of smoke alarms should be placed between 4 inches 102 mm and 12 inches 305 mm from the wall ceiling line below typical dead air spaces AVOIDING DEAD AIR SPACES FOR STANDARD FLAT CEILINGS Best Location NI center of ceiling Q Acceptable Location Do not install smoke alarm lower than 7 Dead Air Spaces 4 or 102 mm 2 305mm from the wall ceiling line FOR SLOPED CEILINGS i e great rooms condominiums dormers Install fret smoke in this ret area O If required install additional smoke alarms along the slope FOR PEAKED CEILINGS i e Cathedral ceilings A frames Install first smoke alarm in this target area If required install additional smoke alarms along the slope 9 aN rd S M06_1043_001 E Page 8 Thursday July 13 2000 8 20 AM HOW TO INSTALL THIS ALARM IMPORTANT This combination Smoke and 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 Your Carbon Monoxide S moke Alarm before starting Tools you
16. 10 years from date of manufacture See back of unit for manufacture date 15 4e rd S M06_1043_001 E Page 16 Thursday July 13 2000 8 20 AM 16 CHAPTER 5 Protecting Your Family Protecting Your Family From CO Poisoning ACO 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 A CO Alarm is not a substitute for proper maintenance of home appliances To help prevent CO problems and reduce the risk of CO poisoning 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 back drafting Never cap or cover a chimney in any way that would block air flow Testand maintain all fuel burning equip ment annually Many local gas or oil com panies and HVAC companies offer appliance inspections for a nominal fee Make regular visual inspections of all fuel burning appliances Check appli ances 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 furnace closed Use vents or fans when they are available on all fuel burning appliances Make sure ap
17. BON MONOXIDE IS DETECTED WARNING Actuation of your CO alarm indicates the presence of carbon monoxide CO which can kill you In other words when your CO Alarm alarms you must not ignore it If the Alarm Signal Sounds 1 2 Operate the Test Silence button Call your emergency services fire department or 911 Write down the number of your local emergency service here 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 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 investigate 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 adjacentto the residence Write down the num
18. ED TO MEET Rm HALL BEDROOM KITCHEN DINING ROOM NFPA RECOMMENDATIONS I RECOMMENDED FOR ADDITIONAL PROTECTION LYING ROOM KITCHEN O AX SMOKE ALARMS WITH SILENCE LIVING ROOM FEATURES RECOMMENDED FOR BEDROOM ADDITIONAL PROTECTION EXISTING HOMES MEANS BASEMENT SINGLE STORY RESIDENCE APARTMENT MOBILE HOME MULTI STORY RESIDENCE KEY LL Nn T e 1 e6 BEN DINING ROOM eo REQUIRED TO MEET O O NFPA RECOMMENDATIONS BEDROOM nAi BEDROOM RECOMMENDED FOR ADDITIONAL PROTECTION O Ln ZA SMOKE ALARMS WITH SILENCE UVING ROOM KITCHEN e FEATURES RECOMMENDED FOR BEDROOM LIVING ROOM ADDITIONAL PROTECTION 7 INTERCONNECTED AC OR FINISHED BASEMENT SINGLE STORY RESIDENCE APARTMENT AC DC SMOKE ALARMS MOBILE HOME MULTI STORY RESIDENCE z re E o 2 a E n z o E W z Installing Smoke Alarms in Mobile Homes For minimum security install one smoke alarm as close to each sleeping area as possible For more security nd one unit in each room BE Ed mobile homes especially those built before 1978 have little or no insulation If your mobile home is not well insulated or if you are unsure of T amount of insulation it is important to install units on inside walls only 22 2 ZIN rd S M06_1043_001 E Page 23 Thursday July 13 2000 8 20 AM SPECIAL COMPLIANCE CONSIDERATIONS A WARNING This unit alone is not a suitable substitute for complete fire detection systems in places housing many people
19. SUA VN M06 1043 001 E Page 1 Thursday July 13 2000 8 20 AM Ei First Alert MODEL SCO1N User s Manual Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm Carbon Monoxide and Smoke Alarm o O BATTERY SERVICE TEST SILENCE MOVE TO For your records 4 SMOKE FRESH AIR please record co Date and Where Purchased U IL M 06 1043 001 10 99 ae rd S M06_1043_001 E Page 0 Thursday July 13 2000 8 20 AM TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION eseses ehh hh hh hh ahhh 1 Basic Features e rer sete terrere S dens em s em chen he e re hus MER Pets 1 B sic Safety Information zit tere exa XE RM RS RR EN Ya REO bade 2 Smoke CO Alarm Specifications llseisseesse enn 3 CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION 5 9 55 sex hh Si Ww Ora ew ee Oe CAL a 5 Where to Install This Alarm 2 e mme 5 Where NOT To Install This Alarm ett 6 How to Install This Alarm mn 8 CHAPTER 3 IF YOUR SMOKE CO ALARM ALARMS ese een 10 What To Do First Identify The Type Of Alarm ssaa 10 What To Do If Carbon Monoxide is Detected 0 0 0 cect ee 11 What To Do If Smoke Is Detected 0 eet eee 12 Using the Silence Feature n 13 CHAPTER 4 TESTING AND MAINTENANCE esee n n nnn 14 CHAPTER 5 PROTECTING YOUR FAMILY l l hh rh 16 Protecting Your Family From CO Poisoning 0 00 cece eects 16 Protecting Your Family From Fire lisse mes 17 CHAPTER 6 WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CO eseseses e
20. The CO symbol will flash and you will hear this horn pattern 4 beeps pause 4 beeps pause If the unit does not alarm make sure the battery is correctly installed and test again If the unit still does not alarm replace it immediately NOTE During testing if the yellow service light comes on and the horn chirps 3 times the device should be serviced or replaced If the battery light flashes yellow replace the battery immediately If the alarm does not test properly 1 Make sure the battery is installed correctly 2 Be sure the alarm is clean and dust free 3 Install a fresh 9V alkaline or lithium battery and test the alarm again If the CO Alarm is not working properly refer to the Limited Warranty at the end of this manual A WARNING If there is still a problem do not try to fix the alarm yourself This will void your warranty A CAUTION The Test Silence button is the ONLY proper way to test this Smoke CO Alarm NEVER use vehicle exhaust open flame or aerosol smoke Using anything but the Test Silence button will damage the unit and may cause personal injury or property damage For a list of acceptable replacement batteries see Regular Maintenance e rd S M06_1043_001 E Page 15 Thursday July 13 2000 8 20 AM REGULAR MAINTENANCE To keep the CO Alarm in good working order Testit every week using the Test Silence button Vacuum the CO Alarm cover at least t
21. ams near kitchens Air currents can draw cooking smoke into the smoke sensor and cause unwanted alarms In extremely humid areas This alarm should be at least 10 feet 3 meters from a shower sauna humidifier vaporizer dishwasher laundry room utility room or other source of high humidity In direct sunlight In turbulent air like near ceiling fans or open windows Blowing air may prevent CO or smoke from reaching the sensors Continued on next page Jk AS VA ZUNS e S M06_1043_001 E Page 7 Thursday July 13 2000 8 20 AM Do NOT locate this Smoke CO Alarm Where the temperatures are regularly below 40 F 4C or above 100 F 38 C including unheated buildings in rooms porches or unfinished attics or basements Extreme temperatures may shorten component or battery life In insect infested areas Insects can clog the openings to the sensing chamber Less than 12 inches 305 mm away from fluorescent lights Electrical noise can interfere with the sensor Avoiding Dead Air Spaces Dead air spaces may prevent smoke from reaching the smoke alarm To avoid dead air spaces follow installation recommendations On ceilings install smoke alarms as close to the center of the ceiling as possible If this is not possible install the smoke alarm at least 4 inches 102 mm from the wall or corner On a peaked gabled or cathedral ceiling install the first smoke alarm within 3 feet
22. 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 e rd S M06_1043_001 E Page 21 Thursday July 13 2000 8 20 AM CHAPTER 8 Regulatory Info For Smoke Alarms AGENCY PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS NFPA Standard 72 Section 2 2 1 1 1 2 2 1 1 1 Smoke alarms shall be installed outside of each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms and on each additional story of the family living unit including basements and excluding crawl spaces and unfinished attics In new construction a smoke alarm shall also be installed in each sleeping room Chapter 2 also reads as follows 2 2 2 1 In new construction where more than one smoke alarm is required by 2 2 1 they shall be so arranged that operation of any smoke alarm shall cause the alarm in all smoke alarms within the dwelling to sound A 2 5 2 1 Smoke Detection Are More Smoke Alarms Desirable The required number of smoke alarms may not provide reliable early warning protection for those areas separated by a door from the areas protected by the required alarms For this reason it is recommended that the householder consider the use of additional smoke alarms for those areas for increased protection The additional areas include the basement bedrooms dining room furnace room utility room and hallways not protected by the required sm
23. ber of a qualified appliance technician here ALARM MOVE TO FRESH AIR If you hear the alarm horn and the red light is flashing move everyone to a source of fresh air DO NOT move the CO Alarm Finding the Source of CO After an Alarm Because CO may dissipate by the time an investigator arrives it may be difficult to locate the source of CO See Chapter 6 What You Should Know About CO BRK Brands Inc shall not be obligated to pay for any carbon monoxide investigation or service call 11 a e rd S M06_1043_001 E Page 12 Thursday July 13 2000 8 20 AM WHAT TO DO IF SMOKE IS DETECTED Responding to An Alarm A WARNING NEVER ignore any alarm Ignoring the alarm may result in injury or death If the unit alarms and you are not absolutely certain of the source of the smoke get everyone out of the house immediately If the unit alarms and you are not absolutely certain of the source of the smoke get everyone out of the house immediately If the unit alarms and you are certain that the source of smoke is not a fire cooking smoke or an extremely dusty furnace for example use the silence feature to quiet the alarm then open a nearby window or door and fan the smoke away from the unit In most cases this will silence the alarm and once the smoke clears the unit will reset automatically Don t panic stay calm Follow your family escape plan Your safe escape may depend on thinking clear
24. de and NFPA 101 Life Safety Code National Fire Protection Association One Batterymarch Park Quincy MA 02269 9101 Local building codes may also require specific units in new construction or in different areas of the home IONIZATION SMOKE ALARMS These units are generally more effective at detecting fast 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 SMOKE ALARMS These units are generally more effective at detecting slow smoldering fires which smolder for hours before bursting into flame Sources of these fires may include cigarettes burning in couches or bedding For maximum protection use both types of smoke alarms on each level of your home e rd S M06_1043_001 E Page 25 Thursday July 13 2000 8 20 AM CHAPTER 9 Troubleshooting Guide Problem If the CO Alarm You should The BATTERY light turns YELLOW It flashes and the horn chirps twice a minute Low battery warning Install a new 9V alkaline or lithium battery Horn chirps and yellow service light blinks three times every 30 seconds Device is not working properly and needs to be replaced Units under warranty should be returned to manufacturer for replacement See Limited Warranty for details During testing when you ress and hold the Test Silence utton t
25. he BATTERY light turns YELLOW Low battery Install a new 9V alkaline or lithium battery Carbon Monoxide Alarm Only CO Alarm goes back into alarm 4 minutes after you press the Test Silence button CO levels indicate a potentially dangerous situation IF YOU ARE FEELING SYMPTOMS OF CO POISONING EVACUATE your home and call 911 or the Fire Department If not press the Test es button again and keep ventilating your ome CO Alarm alarms frequently even though no high levels of CO are revealed in an investigation The CO Alarm may be improperly located Refer to Where to Install Y our CO Alarm Relocate your alarm If frequent alarms continue have home rechecked for potential CO problems You may be experiencing an intermittent CO problem Smoke Alarm Only Smoke alarm alarms when no smoke is visible Unwanted alarm may be caused by non emergency source like cooking smoke Clean the alarm s cover with a soft clean cloth If frequent unwanted alarms continue relocate your alarm Alarm may be too close to a kitchen Cooking appliance or steamy bathroom For a list of acceptable replacement batteries see Regular Maintenance If you have questions that cannot be answered by reading this manual call Consumer Affairs at 1 800 323 9005 M F 7 30 a m to 5 00 p m CT 25 SN el p WS QN rd S M06_1043_001 E Page 26 Thursday July 13 2000 8 20 AM
26. he battery is not snapped in completely the unit cannot receive battery power NOTE The unit may beep briefly when you install the battery This is normal 11 Test the Smoke CO Alarm See Weekly Testing for details 9 n E e rd S M06_1043_001 E Page 10 Thursday July 13 2000 8 20 AM e CHAPTER 3 If Your Smoke CO Alarm Alarms WHAT TO DO FIRST IDENTIFY THE TYPE OF ALARM Type of alarm The Alarm is This means You should Carbon Monoxide CO Light A Flashing RED Horn 4 beeps silence repeating The device has detected carbon monoxide See What To Do If Carbon Monoxide Is Detected Smoke SMOKE Light The device has See What To Do If 4 Flashing RED detected smoke Smoke Is Detected Horn 3 beeps silence repeating Problem The Alarm is This means You should Low Battery BATTERY Light O Flashing yellow Horn Chirps every qe 30 seconds The battery in the alarm is low Install a new 9V alkaline or lithium battery For a list of acceptable replacement batteries see Regular Maintenance Service SERVICE Light Q Flashing yellow _ Hom Chirps three z times every 30 seconds The device is not working properly See Testing and Maintenance 10 v S rd S M06_1043_001 E Page 11 Thursday July 13 2000 8 20 AM WHAT TO DO IF CAR
27. is Smoke CO Alarm has a limited life Although the this Smoke CO Alarm and all of its parts have passed many stringent tests and are designed to be as reliable as possible any of these parts could fail at any time Therefore you must test this device weekly This Smoke CO Alarm is not foolproof Like all other electronic devices this Smoke CO Alarm has limitations It can only detect CO or smoke that reaches the sensors It may not give early warning of the source of CO or smoke is in a remote part of the home away from the alarm device e Limited Warranty Coverage BRK Brands Inc warrants its enclosed Smoke CO alarm to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use for a period of five years from the date of purchase During the first year after the date of purchase BRK Brands Inc will replace any defective Smoke CO alarm without charge During the next four years BRK Brands Inc will replace any defective Smoke CO alarm at a charge to you not to exceed BRK Brands Inc s cost This is your exclusive warranty This warranty is valid for the original retail purchaser from the date of initial retail purchase and is not transferable Keep the original sales receipt Proof of purchase is required to obtain warranty performance Dealers service centers or retail stores selling this product do not have the right to alter modify or any way change the terms and conditions of this warranty In new constr
28. like apartment buildings condominiums hotels motels dormitories hospitals long term health care facilities nursing homes day care facilities or group homes of any kind even if they were once single family homes It is nota suitable substitute for complete fire detection 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 codes in your area this unit may be used to provide additional protection in these facilities The following information applies to all five types of buildings listed In new construction most building codes require the use of AC or AC DC powered smoke alarms only AC AC DC or DC powered smoke alarms can be used in existing construction as specified by local building codes Refer to NFPA 101 Life Safety Code or NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm Code local building codes or consult your Fire Department for detailed fire protection requirements in buildings not defined as households 1 Single Family Residence Single family home townhouse 2 Multi Family or Mixed Occupant Residence Apartment building condominium This type of unit is suitable for use in individual apartments or condos provided a primary fire detection system already exists to meet fire detection requirements in common areas like lobbies hallways or porches Using this type of unit in com
29. ly and remembering what you have practiced Get out of the house as quickly as possi ble Don t stop to get dressed or collect anything Feel doors with the back of your hand before opening them to see if they are hot If a door is cool open it slowly Don t open a hot door use an alternate escape route Stay close to the floor Smoke and hot gases rise Keep doors and windows closed unless you need to escape through them Meet at your planned meeting place out side your home and do a head count to make sure everyone got out safely Call the Fire Department as soon as possible from outside Give your address then your name Never go back inside a burning building for any reason Contact your Fire Department for more ideas on making your home safer and on creating your own family escape plan 12 USING THE SILENCE FEATURE 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 d S M06_1043_001 E Page 13 Thursday July 13 2000 8 20 AM WARNING Never remove the batteries to quiet an unwanted alarm Removing the batteries disables the alarm and removes your protection When the smoke alarm is silenced
30. mon areas may not provide sufficient warning to all residents or meet local fire protection ordinances regulations 3 Institutions Hospitals day care facilities long term health care facilities This type of unit is 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 lobbies hallways or porches Using this type of unit in common areas may not provide sufficient warning to all residents or meet local fire protection ordinances regulations 4 Hotels Motels Also boarding houses and dormitories This type of unit is 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 lobbies hallways or porches Using this type of unit in common areas may not provide sufficient warning to all residents or meet local fire protection ordinances regulations 5 Warehouses C ommercial Buildings DO NOT use this Smoke CO Alarm in warehouses industrial or commercial buildings special purpose non residential buildings RVs boats or airplanes This CO Alarm is specifically designed for residential use and may not provide adequate protection in non residential applications e 23 rd S M06_1043_001 E Page 24 Thursday July 13 2000 8 20 AM 24 e e DIFFERENT TYPES OF SMOKE ALARMS Ba
31. oke alarms The installation of smoke alarms in kitchens attics finished or unfinished or garages is not normally recommended as these locations occasionally experience conditions that can result in improper operation California State Fire Marshall Early warning detection is best achieved by the installation of fire detection equipment in all rooms and areas of the household as follows A smoke alarm installed in each separate Sleeping area in the vicinity but outside bedrooms and heat or smoke alarms in the living rooms dining rooms bedrooms kitchens hallways finished attics furnace rooms closets utility and storage rooms basements and attached garages IMPORTANT This equipment should be installed in accordance with the National Fire Protection Association s Standard 72 National Fire Protection Association One Batterymarch Park Quincy MA 02269 9101 Additional local building and regulatory codes may apply in your area Always check compliance requirements before beginning any installation Specific requirements for smoke alarm installation vary from state to state and from region to region Check with your local Fire Department for current requirements in your area If you install AC or AC DC units itis recommended they be interconnected for added protection e 21 e rd S M06_1043_001 E Page 22 Thursday July 13 2000 8 20 AM Recommended Placement KEY O REQUIR
32. pliances are vented to the outside Do not grill or barbecue indoors or in garages oron screen porches Check for exhaust backflow from CO sources Check the draft hood on an operating furnace for a backdraft Look for cracks on furnace heat exchangers Check the house or garage on the other side of shared wall Keep windows and doors open slightly If you suspect that CO is escaping into your home open a window ora door Opening windows and doors can signifi cantly decrease CO levels In addition familiarize yourself with the enclosed checklist read this manual in its entirety and make sure you understand what to do if your CO Alarm alarms e rd S M06_1043_001 E Page 17 Thursday July 13 2000 8 20 AM PROTECTING YOUR FAMILY FROM FIRE Putting up smoke alarms is just one step in protecting your family from fires You must also reduce the chance a fire will start in your home and have a plan for escaping safely if one does To have a good fire safety program you must Develop a family escape plan and prac tice it with everyone in your family including small children 1 Draw a floor plan of your home and identify at least two exits from each room and one way to get out of each bedroom without opening the door 2 Decide on a meeting place a safe distance from home and make sure everyone knows to wait there 3 Know where to go to call the Fire Department from outside the home 4 Make sure everyone
33. see 18 CHAPTER 7 REGULATOR INFORMATION FOR CO ALARMS sese 20 CHAPTER 8 REGULATOR INFORMATION FOR SMOKE ALARMS se 21 CHAPTER 9 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 0 0 e eee eee eee 25 CHAPTER 10 GENERAL LIMITATIONS OF CO SMOKE ALARMS csse 26 LIMITED WARRANTY sese hh hh hh nhanh hah nnn BACK COVER PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND SAVE This unit was shipped with a user s manual that contains important information about its operation If you are installing this unit for use by others you must leave this manual or a copy of it with the user n E e rd S M06_1043_001 E Page Thursday July 13 2000 8 20 AM CHAPTER 1 Introduction BASIC FEATURES Separate sensor and alarm to detect smoke and CO The two alarm systems work independently Powered by a single 9V alkaline or lithium battery Flip open battery door for easy battery replacement Large easy to use Test button Colored lights indicate battery status and service needed Carbon Monoxide and Smoke Alarm Hao e The CO Alarm The Carbon Monoxide CO Alarm measures CO levels in the air It will alarm if CO levels rise quickly if the heat exchanger on your fumace breaks for example or if CO is consistently present a slow CO leak in your stove or water heater Features Solid state Infrared Reservoir SIR Sensor System CO alarm light flashes when CO Alarm is triggered
34. sounds 3 times then pauses then sounds three times then pauses until silence button is pressed CO dissipates or battery runs down Red Smoke indicator flashes rapidly Standards Underwriters Laboratories Inc Single and Multiple Station Smoke Alarms 217 e The Carbon Monoxide Alarm 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 Required Alarm Levels Before 10 COHb exposure at levels of 30 to 70 Relative Humidity RH 400 ppm CO between 4 and 15 minutes 150 ppm CO between 10 and 50 minutes 70 ppm CO between 60 and 240 minutes The unitis designed notto alarm when exposed to a constant level of 30 ppm for 30 days During Alarm Repeating Horn Pattern horn sounds 4 times then pauses then sounds four times then pauses until silence button is pressed CO dissipates or battery runs down Red CO indicator light flashes rapidly Standards Underwriters Laboratories Inc Single and Multiple Station Carbon Monoxide Alarms UL2034 3 e rd S M06_1043_001 E Page 4 Thursday July 13 2000 8 20 AM a d ET A recipi z Mr This product is intended for
35. ttery operated units Provide protection even when electricity fails provided the batteries are fresh and correctly installed Units are easy to install and do not require professional installation AC powered units Can be interconnected so if one unit senses smoke all units alarm They do not operate if electricity fails Units must be installed by a qualified electrician AC powered units with battery back up Can be interconnected so if one unit senses smoke all units alarm They will operate if electricity fails provided the batteries are fresh and correctly installed Units must be installed by a qualified electrician Units for the hearing impaired Include a visual alarm and an audible alarm horn and meet the requirements of the Americans With Disabilities Act First Alerte smoke alarm model SA100B is an AC powered unit that has an 85 decibel alarm and a 177 candela strobe light which flashes rapidly when the unit is in alarm These units can be interconnected so if one unit senses smoke all units alarm They do not operate if electricity fails Units must be installed by a qualified electrician All these units 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 unit to install refer to Chapter 2 of the National Fire Protection Association NFPA Standard 72 National Fire Alarm Co
36. uction if your Smoke CO alarms were installed by a contractor this warranty is valid for the homeowner at the time of installation from the date of original installation and is not transferable This warranty does not cover normal wear of parts or damage resulting from any of the following negligent use or misuse ofthe product use on improper voltage current or battery use contrary to the operating instructions disassembly repair or alteration by anyone other than BRK Brands Inc Further the warranty does not cover acts of God such as fire flood hurricanes and tornadoes BRK Brands Inc shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by the breach of any express or implied warranty Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in duration for 10 years rd S M06_1043_001 E Page 27 Thursday July 13 2000 8 20 AM Some states provinces or jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state or province to province Service Units under warranty and in need of repair should be returned shipping prepaid to BRK Brands Inc Attn Consumer Affairs
37. uickly 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 is 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 House well ventilated before the investigator arrives Problem caused by backdrafting Transient CO problem caused by special circumstances BRK Brands Inc shall not be obligated to pay for any carbon monoxide investigation or service call e rd S M06_1043_001 E Page 19 Thursday July 13 2000 8 20 AM Potential Sources Of CO In The Home The following conditions can result in transient CO situations 1 Excessive spillage or reverse venting of fuel appliances caused by outdoor conditions such as Wind direction and or velocity including high gusty winds Heavy air in the vent pipes cold humid air with extended periods between cycles Negative pressure differential resulting from the use of exhaust fans Several appliances running at the same time competing for limited fresh air Vent pipe connections vibrating loose from clothes dryers furnaces or water E Ca EC 9 mmc Fuel burning appliances like portable heater heaters gas or
38. unit bracket against the ceiling or wall and use a pencil to mark the center of each mounting slot Putthe unit where it won t get covered with dust when you drill the mounting holes Using a 3 16 inch 5 mm drill bit drill a hole through each pencil mark 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 rd M06 1043 001 E Page 9 Thursday July 13 2000 8 20 AM 6 Line the mounting bracket up over the plastic screw anchors A WARNING The battery door will not close unless a battery is installed This warns you the unit will not operate without a battery 7 Screw the mounting bracket to the ceiling or wall through the 9 Align the tabs on the base with the tabs on mounting slots the mounting bracket Turn the base until it using the two snaps into place screws provided 8 Before attaching the alarm to the bracket ins ert Carbon Monoxide TTR ee LN B AER LLL E EE NUI the 9V battery ru v included into l the battery euer compartment 10 If the cover does not line up the way you Match the d uem wanted adjust it by slowly rotating it in terminals on the either direction end of the battery with the terminals on the unit Match to and to Push the battery in until it snaps in securely and cannot be shaken loose If t
39. wice a year using the soft brush attachment Test the Alarm again after vacuuming Replace the battery when the CO Alarm chirps and the yellow light blinks twice a minute the low battery warning NOTE The low battery warning should lastfor 30 days but you should replace the battery immediately to continue your protection Choosing a replacement battery This unit requires one standard 9V alkaline battery The following alkaline battery is acceptable as a replacement Duracell M N1604 You can also use an Ultralife 9 volt lithium battery U9VL for longer service life between battery changes These replacement batteries are commonly available at local retail stores e IMPORTANT Use only the alkaline or lithium replacement batteries listed The unit may not operate properly with other batteries Never use rechargeable batteries since they may not provide a constant charge CAUTION DO NOT spray cleaning chemicals or insect sprays directly on or near the CO Alarm DO NOT paint over the CO Alarm Doing so may permanently damage the CO Alarm IMPORTANT Household cleaners aerosol chemicals and other contaminants can affect the sensor When using any of these materials near the alarm make sure the room is well ventilated NOTE All products have a limited life The unit should be replaced immediately if it is not operating properly It is recommended you replace this product after
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