Universal Security Instruments MCN400CN User's Manual
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1. present in other areas The CO and Natural Gas Alarm will only indicate the presence of CO or natural gas which reaches the sensor The CO and Natural Gas Alarm is not designed to sense smoke heat or flames e Do not paint the alarm Paint may clog the openings to the sensing chambers and prevent the alarm from operating properly e Do not stand too close to the alarm when it is sounding It is loud to wake you in an emergency Exposure to the horn at close range may harm your hearing Make sure the alarm is not receiving excessively noisy power Examples of noisy power could be major appliances on the same circuit power from a generator or solar power light dimmer on the same circuit or mounted near fluorescent lighting Excessively noisy power may cause damage to your alarm AWARNING This alarm cannot be operated from power derived from a square wave modified square wave or modified sine wave inverter These types of inverters are sometimes used to supply power in off grid installations such as solar or wind derived power sources These power sources may produce high peak voltages which will damage the alarm This alarm should receive continuous electrical power The battery is meant for emergency backup only Choose an outlet where it can t be accidentally unplugged or switched off by children Keep small children away from the unit Teach them not to play with it or unplug it Explain what the different alarm sounds mean Do not p2. display models NUISANCE ALARM If the horn signals for no apparent reason and no obvious hazard is present please verify that the alarm is mounted in the correct location Reset the alarm as instructed in the Operational Summary CO ALARM LATCHING LED INDICATOR The alarm had previously detected CO and had alarmed The red LED is off and blinks on approx every 5 seconds until reset Follow the reset instructions to remove the latching LED see below GAS ALARM LATCHING LED INDICATOR The alarm had previously detected gas and had alarmed The blue LED is off and blinks on approx every 5 seconds until reset Follow the reset instructions to remove the latching LED see below TROUBLE SERVICE ALARM Periodically the alarm measurement circuit is tested If an error is detected the alarm will sound 3 chirps approx every 40 seconds Replace the alarm END OF SERVICE LIFE ALARM When it is time to replace your alarm which is in approximately 7 years of operation from initial power up the alarm will sound 2 chirps approx every 20 seconds The alarm signal cannot be reset the alarm should be replaced immediately RESET THE ALARM LED s Press and hold the TEST SILENCE or PEAK RESET button for approx 10 seconds until the alarm chirps once and red and blue LED s flash on Release the button The reset is now complete This will clear the alarm LED s and clear the SILENCE mode RESET THE PEAK CO MEMORY digital display models only Press and h
3. power If the breaker or fuse box looks normal call a licensed electrician for assistance 1 beep Turns Off in Blinks in Blinks in Condition The TEST CO SILENCE button has been 1 second sync with sync with sync with pressed and released The test sequence lasts for pause cycle of the cycle of the cycle of approximately 3 seconds after the button is released 4 beeps first beep first beep 4 beeps Recommendation None CONDITION RECOMMENDATION 4 beeps Blinks Off when Off Blinks in Condition CO alarm 5 second the Red LED sync with Recommendation If a hazard is identified please take pause blinks On cycle of all precautions when an alarm sounds by calling an repeat 4 beeps Emergency Service and getting out of the home 1 beep See below Blinks in Off Condition Gas alarm 1 second sync with Recommendation If a hazard is identified please take pause cycle of the all precautions when an alarm sounds by calling an repeat first beep Emergency Service and getting out of the home Horn sounds On and blinks Blinks when Blinks when Condition Nuisance Alarm when no Off approx no hazard is no hazard Recommendation If there is no hazard present verify the hazard is every 20 present is present alarm is mounted in the correct location see User s present seconds Manual AVOID THESE LOCATIONS section Reset alarm as instructed below 4 beeps See below Blinks in Condition CO alarm when cause of alarm is
4. Ignoring the alarm may result in injury or death USING THE CO ALARM SILENCE FEATURE Gas alarm signal cannot be silenced NEVER disconnect the power to your alarm to silence the horn use the Silence feature Disconnecting the alarm removes your protection e The CO Silence feature is intended to temporarily silence the horn while you identify and correct the problem e To use the CO Silence feature press and release the TEST CO SILENCE button until the horn is silent If the TEST CO SILENCE button is pressed while the alarm is in the silence mode the alarm will start sounding again WHEN THE CO ALARM SIGNAL IS SILENCED The CO alarm will remain silent for approx 5 minutes with the red LED blinking on approx every 5 seconds until reset and then return to normal operation It will continue to monitor the air for CO Ventilate area After up to 5 minutes depending on the level of CO detected if CO levels remain potentially dangerous the horn will start sounding again IMPORTANT The CO Silence feature is intended to temporarily silence the alarm horn It will not correct a CO problem The Gas alarm signal cannot be silenced Page 7 WEEKLY TESTING This alarm is designed to act as a monitor not for use as a short term testing device to perform a quick check for the presence of CO or gas WARNING Natural gas methane is highly explosive An attempt to test the unit by exposing it to natural gas outside of a controlled labor
5. LE Leave your CO and Gas Alarm plugged in year round CO and gas problems can occur any time during the year and this alarm can only alert you if it is plugged in and receiving power This Alarm is intended for use in a standard unswitched 120VAC wall outlet It is not intended for use in extension cords power strips or outlets controlled by a switch or dimmer These may not provide continuous power to the unit When fully powered it samples the air continuously A microchip inside the unit stores each reading and remembers the levels it has been exposed to over time The unit goes into alarm mode when it has been exposed to a critical level AWARNING e Test the 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 combination CO and Natural Gas Alarm is intended for residential use and is not suitable for use in hazardous locations as defined in the NFPA 70 National Electrical Code e This unit must be powered by a 24 hour circuit Be sure the circuit cannot be turned off by a switch dimmer or ground fault circuit interrupter GFCI Failure to connect this unit to a 24 hour circuit may prevent it from providing constant protection e This alarm must have AC or battery power to operate If AC power fails and the battery is dead or missing the alarm cannot operate e The alarm will check for the presence of gas at the sen
6. O fumes that result from incomplete combustion such as those emitted from appliances furnaces fireplaces and auto exhaust What Levels of CO Cause an Alarm Underwriters Laboratories Inc UL2034 defines three 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 e If the alarm is exposed to 400 ppm of CO IT MUST ALARM BETWEEN 4 and 15 MINUTES e Ifthe alarm is exposed to 150 ppm of CO IT MUST ALARM BETWEEN 10 and 50 MINUTES e Ifthe alarm is exposed to 70 ppm of CO IT MUST ALARM BETWEEN 60 and 240 MINUTES A WARNING This product is intended for use in ordinary indoor locations of family living units It is not designed to measure compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration OSHA commercial or industrial standards Individuals with medical problems may consider using warning devices which provide audible and visual warnings for carbon monoxide concentrations under 30 ppm IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS YOUR COMBINATION CO AND NATURAL GAS ALARM HAS BEEN DESIGNED WITH AN END OF SERVICE LIFE ALARM WHICH WILL SOUND AFTER APPROXIMATELY 7 YEARS OF OPERATION FROM INITIAL POWER UP NOTE MANUFACTURER RECOMMENDS REPLACEMENT OF THIS ALARM 7 YEARS AFTER DATE OF INSTALLATION WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT NATURAL GAS Natural gas is a fossil fuel which consists primarily of methane This common energy so
7. ak CO memory press and hold the PEAK RESET button for approx 10 seconds until the peak level is cleared The alarm will chirp once to indicate the reset is now complete The display screen will display 000 when the peak CO level is reset and then return to 1 chirp See below Condition Low Battery approx every Recommendation Check to make sure the battery 40 seconds activation pull tab has been completely removed battery polarity is correct and the battery terminals are making contact with the alarm contacts in the battery compartment If chirp continues replace the 9V battery see User s Manual for recommended battery types 3 chirps See below Condition Sensor Trouble End of Life Service Alarm approx every Recommendation Reset the alarm If this does not clear 40 seconds the problem replace the alarm 2 chirps See below Condition End of Service Life Alarm approx Recommendation Replace the alarm every 20 seconds During 120 Volt Operation On and Blinks Off approx every 20 seconds During 9 Volt DC Backup operation Blinks On approx every 40 seconds Page 11 PRODUCT FIVE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY MODELS MCN400 MCN400L MCN600 MCN600L MODELS MCND401 MCND401L MCND601 MCND601L USI ELECTRIC INC UNIVERSAL SECURITY INSTRUMENTS INC USI warrants your product to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of five 5 years from the date of purchase Thi
8. atory environment can produce an explosion and death NEVER use a gas range or an open flame of any kind to test this alarm You might accidentally damage or set fire to the alarm or to your home NEVER use vehicle exhaust to test the alarm Exhaust may cause permanent damage and voids your warranty The built in test switch accurately tests the alarm operation as required by ANSI UL2034 and UL1484 Standards for Safety If at any time you test the alarm and it does not perform as described replace it immediately ACAUTION It is important to test this alarm every week to make sure it is working properly USING THE TEST FEATURE Press and release the TEST CO SILENCE button on the alarm cover During testing you will hear 1 beep one second pause while the blue LED flashes The screen will display GAS on digital display models Then you will hear a loud horn pattern 4 beeps while the red LED flashes If the alarm does not sound properly 1 Make sure the AC power is applied and the battery is fresh and installed correctly 2 Test the alarm again If the alarm is still not working properly replace it immediately USING THE PEAK CO MEMORY Digital Display Models Only The CO Memory feature lets you check the highest level of CO recorded parts per million ppm of carbon monoxide To check CO memory 1 Press and release the PEAK RESET button on the alarm cover The peak CO level is displayed on the screen To reset and cl
9. e Certified to Standards un INERSAL Models MCN400 MCN400L UL 2034 amp UL 1484 SECURITY INSTRUMENTS INC MCND401 MCND401L ir TW Models MCN600 MCN600L MCND601 MCND601L Intertek E L E C T R IC Single Station THE BEST CHOICE Carbon Monoxide Alarm Also Suitable as a Residential Gas Detector Plug In Carbon Monoxide amp Natural Gas Alarm with Backup Battery Protection 120 VAC 60 Hz 100 mA Maximum SMART ALARM PLEASE READ AND SAVE THANK YOU for purchasing this combination alarm It is designed to detect carbon monoxide and natural gas methane which reaches the sensor It is not designed to detect fire heat flames or any other gas This manual includes important information regarding where to install the alarm how to operate maintenance testing and product features It also includes tips and information which could help protect you and your family Table of Contents Page What You Should Know About CO ceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeneeees 2 What You Should Know About Natural Gas eeeeeeeeeees 2 Basic Safety Information esris iania 3 Recommended Location of Alarms s an 4 Avoid These LOCAatiONS ccccececccecceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeceeeeneeeneeee 4 Ow tO InStalll aans raaa a 5 PRES Ct FOALS ese circ sabes da caua ieee ceceateteehttaae aa 6 Operation amp Alarm Characteristics c ceeceeeeeeeeeeeeteeeeeeee 6 What To Do If The Alarm Sound cccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeen
10. ear peak CO memory 1 Press and hold the PEAK RESET button for approx 10 seconds until the peak CO memory reading is cleared The alarm will chirp once to indicate the reset is now complete The screen will temporarily display 000 when the peak CO level is reset and then return to after several seconds NOTE The highest CO level will be saved into memory until you clear it even after a power interruption DO NOT clear the CO memory reading if you plan to call someone to investigate a CO problem Clear the CO memory reading only after the investigator has checked your home Natural gas levels will not display on the screen REGULAR MAINTENANCE CLEANING YOUR ALARM AWARNING DO NOT use spray cleaning chemicals or insect sprays directly on or near the alarm DO NOT paint over the alarm Doing so may permanently damage the alarm The outside can be wiped with a damp cloth Do not use any household cleaning agents ammonia based cleaners paints varnishes most aerosol sprays including compressed gas dusters or any other chemical on or near your alarm AFTER CLEANING REINSTALL YOUR ALARM TEST YOUR ALARM BY USING THE TEST CO SILENCE BUTTON BATTERY REPLACEMENT The CO Gas alarm is powered backup by a 9 volt battery The alarm has a low battery monitor circuit which will cause the alarm to sound a short chirp approximately every 40 seconds for a minimum of 7 days when the battery gets low Replace the battery when this condi
11. eeee 7 CO Alarm Silence Feature ccceesceeeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaaeeeeee 7 Testing amp Maintenances ccceeeeccceceeeeeseeeeeeeeeneeeeceeeeeeeteeeees 8 Battery Replacement ceccceeeeeeeseneeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeneaees 8 CO amp Natural Gas Alarm Limitations 0 cccceeeeeeeeseeeeeeeee 9 Operational SUMMAN eceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeteeeeteteeeeteeeeeeeeaaeeeeea 11 YATE 19 a Back Cover WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT CO Carbon monoxide CO is an insidious poison It is a colorless odorless tasteless gas It is a cumulative poison Even low levels of CO have been shown to cause brain and other vital organ damage in unborn infants with no effect on the mother The following symptoms are related to CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING and should be discussed with ALL members of the household MILD EXPOSURE Slight headache nausea vomiting fatigue often described as flu like symptoms MEDIUM EXPOSURE Severe throbbing headache drowsiness confusion fast heart rate EXTREME EXPOSURE Unconsciousness convulsions cardiorespiratory failure death Many cases of reported CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING indicate that victims are aware they are not well but they become so disoriented that they are unable to save themselves by either exiting the building or calling for assistance Young children and household pets may be the first affected Your combination alarm is designed to detect the toxic C
12. er areas of the home especially if they are sleeping In the garage vehicle exhaust can contain some carbon monoxide These levels are higher when the engine is first started Within hours of starting a vehicle and backing it out of the garage the levels present over time can activate the alarm and become a nuisance In the kitchen some gas appliances can emit a short burst of CO or gas upon startup This is normal If your CO and Gas Alarm is installed too close to these appliances it may alarm often and become a nuisance Keep alarms at least 20 feet 6m from the sources or combustion particles stove furnace water heater space heater if possible In areas where a 20 foot 6m distance is not possible in modular mobile or smaller homes for example it is recommended the 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 reduce unwanted alarms Unwanted alarms can occur if an alarm is placed directly next to a fuel burning source Ventilate these areas as much as possible If you must install the alarm near a cooking or heating appliance install at least 5 feet 1 5m from appliance Curtains or heavy furniture may prevent CO or gas from reaching the sensor Less than 12 inches 306mm away from fluorescent lights Electrical noise can interfere with the sensor In extremely humid areas This a
13. er areas without reaching the alarm CO or gas could be present on one level of the home and not reach the alarm installed on a different level For example CO or gas in the basement may not reach an alarm on the second level near the bedrooms For this reason we recommend you provide complete coverage by placing a CO and Gas Alarm on every level of the home This alarm is not a smoke alarm It will not sense smoke or fire For early warning of fire you must install smoke alarms even though carbon monoxide can be generated by a fire CO and Gas Alarms are not a substitute for property disability life or other insurance of any kind Appropriate coverage is your responsibility POTENTIAL SOURCES OF CO IN THE HOME Fuel burning appliances such as heaters gas or wood burning fireplaces gas kitchen ranges or cooktops gas clothes dryers Damaged or insufficient venting such as corroded or disconnected water heaters vent pipes leaking chimneys pipes or flues or cracked heat exchangers blocked or clogged chimney openings Improper use of appliances devices operating a barbeque grill or vehicle in an enclosed area such as 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 burning appliances caused by ou
14. idental or consequential damages so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you No agent representative dealer or employee of the company has the authority to increase or alter the obligations or terms of this Warranty This Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state This Warranty is only valid for merchandise purchased from outlets in the United States and Canada This warranty expires upon product end of service life signal LITHIUM BATTERY LIMITED WARRANTY The Ultralife battery models U9VL J and U9VL J P are warranted by Ultralife Corporation in this alarm ONLY and are not warranted in any other device Submit your warranty claim through the Ultralife website www ultralifecorp com or call 800 332 5000 Visit Us on the Web www UniversalSecurity com UNINERSAL SECURITY INSTRUMENTS INC si ELECTRIC INC 11407 Cronhill Drive Suite A Owings Mills Maryland 21117 USA 2011 UNIVERSAL SECURITY INSTRUMENTS INC Rev 01 2014 288 3456 16 Printed in China
15. known and 5 second sync with poses no threat pause cycle of Recommendation The CO Alarm Silence Feature is repeat 4 beeps activated by pressing and releasing the TEST CO SILENCE button on the initiating alarm while in alarm condition The alarm will remain silent for approx 5 minutes depending on the level of CO detected If CO levels drop below alarm levels the alarm will remain silent and return to normal operation If CO levels remain constant or increase this indicates potentially dangerous situation and the horn will sound again Ventilate area Silent See below Off and Condition Latching CO LED Indicator The alarm has blinks On previously detected CO and had alarmed approx every Recommendation Follow the reset instructions to remove 5 seconds the latching LED until reset See below Off and Off Condition Latching Gas LED Indicator The alarm has blinks On previously detected Gas and alarmed approx every Recommendation Follow the reset instructions to remove 5 seconds the latching LED until reset Previous See below Condition Alarm needs to be reset due to abnormal CO alarm or operation previous alarms Previous Recommendation Press the TEST SILENCE or PEAK Gas alarm RESET button for approx 10 seconds The alarm will or both chirp once to indicate the reset is now complete Release button This will clear the alarm LED s and clear the Silence mode MCND401 and MCND601 Series only To reset the pe
16. l burning equipment annually Many local gas or oil companies and HVAC companies offer appliance inspections for a nominal fee 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 furnace 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 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 a shared wall 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 Page 10 OPERATIONAL SUMMARY AUDIBLE amp VISUAL SIGNALS POWER GAS co HORN GREENLED BLUELED RED LED Silent On and Blinks Off Off Condition AC Power is present DC power is present Off approx every Recommendation None alarm is operating properly 20 seconds Silent Off and Blinks Off Condition Alarm is powered by battery backup AC Power On approx every is not present 40 seconds Recommendation Check the breaker or fuse box for
17. larm should be at least 10 feet 3m from a bath or shower sauna humidifier vaporizer dishwasher laundry room utility room or other source of high humidity In very cold or very hot environments or in unheated buildings or outdoor rooms where the temperature can go below or above the operating range of the alarm Temperature limits for proper operation are 0 to 120 F 18 to 49 C In turbulent air such as near ceiling fans heat vents air conditioners fresh air returns or open windows Blowing air may prevent CO from reaching the sensors Page 4 e Good ventilation is recommended when household cleaning supplies or similar contaminants are used e Excessive spillage or reverse venting of fuel burning appliances caused by outdoor ambient conditions such as o Wind direction and or velocity including high gusts of wind Heavy air in the vent pipes cold humid air with extended periods between cycles Negative pressure differential resulting from the use of exhaust fans Simultaneous operation of several fuel burning appliances competing for limited internal air Vent pipe connections vibrating loose from clothes dryers furnaces or water heaters Obstructions in or unconventional vent pipe designs which can amplify the above situations HOW TO INSTALL THIS CO AND GAS ALARM IMPORTANT Read all instructions before using this product 1 Determine the best location for your CO and Gas Alarm 2 Activate the 9 Volt battery by re
18. ls MCND401 MCND401L MCND601 and MCND601L the screen will display three dashes LOW BATTERY ALARM If the alarm chirps once approx every 40 seconds please verify that the battery activation pull tab has been completely removed the battery polarity is correct and the battery terminals are making contact with the alarm contacts in the battery compartment If the battery continues to chirp replace the 9 volt battery CO ALARM The alarm signal is 4 beeps 5 second pause repeat The green LED turns off when the 4 beeps start The red LED blinks in sync with the cycle of 4 beeps The screen will indicate the current CO readings if higher than approx 50 ppm on digital display models Although this alarm will not automatically display levels below approx 50 ppm it will detect and store these readings in memory In typical ambient surroundings CO concentrations may range up to 50 ppm which may be an indication of a temporary or intermittent condition Sometimes such a condition may start out as low level leaks but can develop into harmful CO concentrations If this happens the CO and gas alarm will detect the dangerous level and alarm which should be treated as an EMERGENCY DO NOT ignore high concentration readings above 50 ppm or a CO and gas alarm GAS ALARM The alarm signal is 1 beep 1 second pause repeat The green LED turns off The blue LED blinks in sync with the horn beep every second The screen will display gas on digital
19. lug this alarm into an outlet controlled by a dimmer or switch or ground fault circuit interrupter The test sequence lasts for approximately 3 seconds after the test button is pressed and released The alarm will then test itself for proper operation When testing the alarm have someone else check that the alarm can be heard easily from the sleeping areas The alarm should be located where it can wake you if it alarms at night Page 3 RECOMMENDED PLACEMENT ane FIGURE 1 Pj re Bedroom Bedroom e Living Room rage At Carbon Monoxide Alarm Recommended Alarm Placement for a Multi Level Residence location multi level residence Kitchen e Living Room FIGURE 2 Dining Room Bedroom Family Room Bedroom e Bedroom Carbon Monoxide Alarm Location Recommended Alarm Placement for a Single Floor Residence NOTE For any location make sure no door or other obstruction could prevent the carbon monoxide or gas from reaching the alarm WHERE THIS ALARM SHOULD NOT BE INSTALLED To avoid causing damage to the unit to provide optimum protection and to prevent unnecessary alarms Do NOT locate this alarm In garages kitchens crawl spaces and unfinished attics Avoid extremely dusty dirty or greasy areas Installation in these areas could lead to nuisance alarms may expose the sensor to substances which could damage or contaminate it or the alarm may not be heard by people in oth
20. moving and discarding the pull tab Make sure the battery door is closed and latched 3 Your alarm is equipped to be mounted as a direct plug in unit The unit can be plugged directly into a wall outlet 4 After plugging the unit into a wall outlet with 120 VAC the green power LED should be on and blink off approx every 20 seconds It may take up to 3 minutes for the alarm to begin monitoring for CO and gas 5 Test the alarm following installation and weekly thereafter WHAT YOU SHOULD DO IF THE ALARM SOUNDS Never disconnect your CO and Gas Alarm to silence an alarm The alarm will automatically sense when the level of CO and natural gas in the air falls below the danger level You should stay outside the residence in fresh air until the alarm is silenced When the alarm sounds do not stand too close to the alarm The sound produced by the alarm is loud because it is designed to awaken a person in an emergency Prolonged exposure to the alarm at a close distance may be harmful to your hearing Two self adhesive labels have been provided with instructions indicating what to do if the alarm sounds Add the phone numbers of our emergency services provider and a qualified technician to each label Place one of the labels in a visible area next to the alarm and place the other label near a source of fresh air which will be used as a gathering place if the alarm sounds AGAUTION READ CAREFULLY THIS UNIT IS SEALED THE ALARM COVER IS NOT REMOVAB
21. old the PEAK RESET button for 10 seconds until the peak level is cleared The alarm will chirp once to indicate the reset is now complete The display screen will display 000 when the peak CO level is reset and then return to IF YOUR CO AND GAS ALARM SOUNDS WHAT TO DO IF CARBON MONOXIDE IS DETECTED If you hear the alarm horn sound 4 beeps a 5 second pause and then repeat carbon monoxide has been detected Evacuate everyone from the building Actuation of your CO Alarm indicates the presence of carbon monoxide CO which can kill you In other words when your CO Alarm sounds you must not ignore it Page 6 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 IF THE CO ALARM SOUNDS 1 Operate TEST CO SILENCE button 2 Call your emergency services fire department or 911 Write down the number of your local emergency service here 3 Immediately move to fresh air outdoors or by an open door window Do a head count to check that all persons are accounted for Do not reenter the premises nor move away from the open door window until the emergency services responders have arrived the premises have been aired out and your alarm remains in it
22. r having an attached garage An alarm should be centrally located outside of each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms Where bedrooms are separated and audibility of the alarm to occupants within the bedroom area could be seriously impaired more than one alarm could be needed In general install combination CO and Gas Alarms e WHERE YOU CAN HEAR THE ALARM FROM ALL SLEEPING AREAS e In or near bedrooms and living areas or wherever you suspect a gas or CO exposure is likely e On each level of a multilevel home IMPORTANT Installation in an improper location can affect the sensitive electronic components in this alarm Please review WHERE THIS ALARM SHOULD NOT BE INSTALLED see Page 3 Not suitable for installation in hazardous locations as defined in the NFPA 70 National Electrical Code This alarm will detect natural gas primarily and carbon monoxide secondarily Natural gas events will always take precedence over carbon monoxide events The word gas will be used to specifically refer to natural gas When on AC power this alarm is designed to act as a continuous monitor It is not designed for use as a short term testing device to perform a quick check for the presence of CO or gas ACAUTION BASIC SAFETY INFORMATION e This combination Carbon Monoxide and Natural Gas alarm has two separate alarms This alarm is not designed to detect fire or any other gas Carbon monoxide and natural gas may be
23. s normal condition 4 After following steps 1 3 if your 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 manufacturer s 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 your local emergency service here WHAT TO DO IF NATURAL GAS IS DETECTED If you hear the alarm horn sound 1 beep per second gas has been detected Evacuate everyone from the building Leave the house immediately opening doors and windows as you leave N Do not use your telephone or appliances Do not turn any light switches off or on Any spark or flame could ignite the gas 3 Call911 and your gas company from a phone that is away from your home 4 Do not reenter the area until the source of the leak is found and corrected WARNING If the unit alarms and you are not testing the unit it is warning you of a potentially dangerous situation which requires your immediate attention NEVER ignore any alarm
24. s warranty shall not apply to any batteries used in the product or to any damage which may be caused by such batteries This warranty applies only to the original consumer purchaser and only to products used in normal residential use and service If this product is found to be defective USI s only obligation and your exclusive remedy is the repair or replacement of the product at USI s discretion provided that the product has not been damaged through misuse abuse accident modifications alteration neglect or mishandling This Warranty shall not apply to any product which is found to have been improperly installed set up or used in any way not in accordance with the instructions supplied with the product ALARM RETURNS For replacement of this alarm under the terms of this Warranty contact Customer Service at 1 800 390 4321 Ext 238 for current postage and handling fees USI DOES NOT WARRANT AND SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY WARRANTY WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OTHER THAN THE WARRANTY CONTAINED HEREIN NO IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT CREATED BY STATE LAW SHALL EXTEND BEYOND THE TERM OF THIS WARRANTY UNLESS SUCH LAW OTHERWISE PROVIDES USI SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY AND SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL LOSS OR DAMAGE INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO DAMAGES TO ANY EQUIPMENT WITH WHICH THIS PRODUCT IS USED Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of inc
25. sor less frequently when powered by the backup battery Gas could be present during the period between checks without going into alarm especially during a condition that results in a rapid buildup of gas e This product is intended for use in ordinary indoor locations or 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 which 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 o0o0 0 Page 5 IMPORTANT The battery backup is designed to provide short term emergency power to the CO and Gas Alarm Actual backup time depends on the strength freshness of the battery The battery backup will not work unless a good battery is properly installed When the alarm utilizes battery backup power the natural gas sensor will operate the alarm and will sample less frequently to extend battery life Natural gas could be present during this period between samples without the alarm sounding especially if there is a rapid buildup of natural gas UNDERSTANDING YOUR ALARM NORMAL OPERATION In normal operation the alarm will blink the green LED off once approximately every 20 seconds On Mode
26. tdoor ambient conditions such as e Wind direction and or velocity including high gusts of wind Heavy air in the vent pipes cold humid air with extended periods between cycles e Negative pressure differential resulting from the use of exhaust fans e Simultaneous operation of several fuel burning appliances competing for limited internal air e Vent pipe connections vibrating loose from clothes dryers furnaces 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 ranges ovens fireplaces 3 Temperature inversions which can trap exhaust close to the ground 4 Acar idling in an open or closed attached garage or near a home Page 9 HOW CAN I PROTECT MY FAMILY FROM CO POISONING This alarm is an excellent means of protection It monitors the air and sounds a loud alarm before carbon monoxide levels become threatening to the average healthy adult An 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 backdrafting Never cap or cover a chimney in any way that would block air flow Test and maintain all fue
27. tion occurs While observing polarity push the replacement battery into the battery compartment until it is held securely in place Carefully close the battery compartment cover USE ONE OF THE FOLLOWING 9 VOLT BATTERIES FOR REPLACEMENT Alkaline type Energizer 522 Duracell MN1604 Lithium type Ultralife U9VL J U9VL J P Energizer LA522 These batteries are available at many local retail stores Page 8 Use only the batteries specified Use of different batteries may have a detrimental effect on the CO Gas alarm The constant exposures to high or low temperatures or high humidity may reduce battery life IMPORTANT The battery backup is designed to provide short term emergency power to the alarm Actual backup time depends on the strength freshness of the battery The battery backup will not work unless a good battery is properly installed NOTE WEEKLY TESTING IS RECOMMENDED CO AND NATURAL GAS ALARM LIMITATIONS Alarms have limitations Like any other electronic device CO and Gas Alarms are not foolproof CO and Gas Alarms have a limited operational life Your CO and Gas Alarm must be tested weekly because it could fail to operate at any time If your CO and Gas Alarm fails to test properly or if its self diagnostic test reveals a malfunction immediately have the unit replaced see last page for warranty information CO and Gas Alarms can only sense CO which reaches the alarm s sensor Carbon monoxide may be present in oth
28. urce is often used for cooking home heating and water heating Natural gas is typically supplied through a main utility line connected to your home It is a highly flammable chemical compound Although it happens rarely a natural gas leak can sometimes occur inside the home This can be dangerous because it increases the risk of explosion and fire Natural gas is odorless and colorless When Mercaptan is added to natural gas as an odorant it can then be detected by smell Although it can vary greatly the typical level for detection of the gas is 25 of the lower explosion limit LEL People who have a diminished sense of smell may not be able to rely on this safety mechanism Therefore installation of this alarm can be an important tool to help protect you and your family This alarm is calibrated to sound before 20 LEL Therefore it is possible that you may smell gas before the alarm is activated If you are not sure which gas your home uses contact your utility company Page 2 INSTALLATION RECOMMENDATIONS Natural gas methane is typically supplied through a main utility line connected to your home Early warning is best achieved by the installation of alarms on all floors and areas of the household WHERE THIS ALARM SHOULD BE INSTALLED e Install an alarm inside each bedroom where the occupant closes the door while sleeping An alarm should be installed in any family living unit containing a fuel burning appliance or fireplace o
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