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1. g Kidde arbon Monoxide Alarm User s Guide Gita Kidde CO Alarm with Digital Display and Peak Level Memory Model KN COPP 3 Assembly 900 0099 See page 13 for What to do IAS 6 96 2ND EDITION CO ALARM US ALSO COMPLIES WITH CSA 6 19 01 For your convenience write down the following information If you call our customer hotline these are the first questions you will be asked MILLION OF GP PARTS fow or No B CO Alarm Model Number located on back of alarm a Date of Manufacture located on the back of the alarm qesT RESET an jonoxide carbon Mpm Date of Purchase Where Purchased CO Alarm Assembly Number located on the back of the alarm Attention Please take a few minutes to thoroughly read this manual which should be saved for future reference and passed on to any subsequent owner If you have any questions about Part 810 2508 Rev A the operation or installation of your alarm please call our toll 09 04 free Consumer Hotline at 1 800 880 6788 2507 7205 00 Table of Contents About this User s Guide 1 Part Three Understanding the effectsof CO exposure 5 e Understand the effects of carbon monoxide exposure 12 Introduction 1 F F Part Four What to Do When the Alarms Sounds Quick Set Up Guide 2 e The common symptoms of CO poisoning 13 Part One Your Kidde Carbon Monoxide CO Alarm IIIu e About your alarm produ2. ination of the sensor You may wish to unplug the alarm and store in a plastic bag during the project The following is a list of substances that at high levels can affect the sensor and cause temporary readings on the digital display that are not carbon monoxide readings Methane propane iso butane ethylene ethanol alcohol iso propanol benzene toluene ethyl acetate hydrogen hydrogen sulfide sulfur dioxides Also most aerosol sprays alcohol based products paints thinners solvents adhesives hair sprays aftershaves perfumes auto exhaust cold start and some cleaning agents The Peak Level Memory Button Although the peak level feature will display levels below 30 PPM these levels will not result in an alarm no matter how long the device is exposed to these levels The peak level feature is helpful in identifying low level CO occur rences below 30 PPM Although the unit will not automatically display levels below 30 PPM it will detect and store these read ings in memory By pressing the peak level button concentration levels as low as 11 and up to 999 PPM will be displayed Concentrations of CO between 0 and 30 PPM can often occur in normal everyday conditions Concentrations of CO below 30 PPM may be an indication of a transient condition that may appear today and never reappear Just a few examples of condi tions and or sources that may cause low level readings are heavy automobile traffic a running vehi
3. then 30 PPM of CO or less has been sensed by the alarm within the last 15 seconds Refer to page 14 for more details The alarm will alert you to the presence of CO automatically To test the internal components and circuitry of your alarm press the Test Reset button For complete instructions on testing your alarm see page 8 15 Q How do get the alarm to show something besides 0 OR How can I determine if the sensor is operating correctly A Please refer to Testing Sensor Response on page 8 for complete instructions on how to test your alarm s electron ics and sensor functions Q You warranty the alarm for 7 years How will know when it doesn t work anymore and I need to buy a new one A This CO alarm has an operational end of life feature which will indicate when to replace the alarm See page 14 for details of this feature Q What do the numbers mean on the digital display when press the Test Reset button A The numbers you see when you press the Test Reset but ton are NOT a CO reading This is a simulated reading the alarm displays as it tests its electronics The numbers dis played when the Test Reset button is pushed should be between 100 to 400 usually around 200 Part Six Frequently Asked Questions Q I tried to test the alarm see below and it still reads 0 Why by running the car in the garage by holding it to the tailpipe of the car by putting it next to
4. notifying you and others of the conditions DO NOT ignore high concentration readings above 30 PPM or a CO alarm ing device that is in alarm Refer to page 12 for more details CO concentrations displayed below 30 PPM in Peak Level memory are for reference only and the accuracy of the concen tration shown may not be as accurate as noted on page 14 To Reset the Peak Level Memory Step 1 Press the peak level button Step 2 With the peak level button still pressed press the test reset button for two seconds and release The number on the display will turn to 0 The memory has now been cleared and the alarm will begin monitoring for CO within a few minutes Part Two Carbon Monoxide The Silent Killer What is Carbon Monoxide Carbon monoxide CO is an odorless colorless poisonous gas created when any fuel is burned gasoline propane natural gas oil wood coal and even tobacco When combustion air is limit ed more CO is produced Serious problems can develop when combustion by products are not properly vented outside the house You ve probably heard about carbon monoxide poisoning in the news recently It s a problem receiving more attention because groups like the American Lung Association and the Consumer Product Safety Commission have made it a priority to warn the public about the dangers of this deadly household poison What are the Effects of CO Exposure When you breathe carbon monoxide it enters y
5. the furnace vent A DO NOT try to test your alarm by doing any of the above Testing the alarm using any of the methods listed above usually does not yield satisfactory results and could in fact be dangerous to your health To accurately test the alarm please follow the guidelines given on page 8 Never operate a vehicle in a closed garage as high levels of CO can be built up in a short time With an attached garage dangerous CO levels develop inside the home as well as within the garage Attempting to test the sensor function by holding the alarm next to a tailpipe or furnace vent may not cause a reading on the display because today s vehicles emit very little CO once the engine reaches operating temperature Likewise many of today s high efficiency furnaces emit very low lev els of CO Q When tried to test the unit got a high number on the digital display but the alarm didn t sound immediately Why A Please refer to How the unit determines when to alarm on page 14 for an explanation of the time weight ed alarm Q Will the alarm last longer if unplug it during the summer months and only use it during the winter A No Some components of the alarm can deteriorate over time if not used regularly We recommend the alarm be plugged in continuously for maximum alarm life 16 Q I use the alarm in a vacation home that isn t always occupied and can have temperature extremes when no one is there no hea
6. 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 pres ent over time can activate the alarm and become a nuisance In the kitchen and furnace room some gas appliances can emit a short burst of carbon monoxide upon start up This is normal If your CO alarm is mounted too close to these appliances it may alarm often and become a nuisance If you must install a Kidde CO alarm near a cooking or heating appli ance install AT LEAST 5 feet away from appliance Do not install in excessively dusty dirty or greasy areas such as kitchens garages and furnace rooms Dust grease or household chemicals can contaminate or coat the alarm s sensor causing the alarm not to operate properly Do not obstruct the vents located at the top and bottom of the alarm Place the alarm where drapes furniture or other objects do not block the flow of air to the vents Do not install in dead air space such as peaks of vaulted ceilings or gabled roofs where carbon monoxide may not reach the sensor in time to provide early warning Do not install in turbulent air from ceiling fans Do not install near doors and windows that open to the outside near fresh air vents or anywhere that is drafty Rapid air circulation from fans or fresh air from outside may cause the sensor to display an inaccurate read ing in the
7. two screws provided until heads are approxi mately 1 8 from wall If mounting in plaster board or drywall drill two 3 16 holes and use plastic anchors provided 6 Hook the Kidde CO alarm unit over the screws onto keyholes in back of unit 7 Plug cord into electrical outlet WALL 4 8 _ Table Top Alarm You can also use your Kidde CO alarm as a table top unit Simply follow steps 1 thru 4 on page 6 under Wall Mounted Alarm then instead of mounting to a wall simply pull out slide support and stand on table bedside stand chest of drawers etc refer to diagram on page 3 Battery Installation and Operation Install the battery by first removing the battery door and the battery pack Align the connector with the slot in the battery Insure the 23 orientation of the two align ment ribs align with the slots in the battery case Red dot on battery will align with red wire Press the con nector in until it is fully seat i ed See drawing at right Algnment Be sure to correctly insert battery into the battery compartment with wires at top as shown in drawing at right After inserting battery replace back door Battery Connector Red Wire Upon initial power up or after the alarm has operated on battery backup and depending on the charge state of Battery Compartment the battery it could take up to 20 hours to FULLY charge the battery D
8. ARNING Replace the battery pack only with a Kidde rechargeable battery pack Replacement battery packs can be purchased from Kidde customer service See page 19 for additional precautions regarding the rechargeable battery pack Normal Operating Characteristics When you first power up the alarm the alarm will sound briefly to let you know the alarm is receiving power and that the alarm cir cuit is functioning You should see three eights on the digital display indicating the alarm is in the start up mode The three eights will remain for approximately 20 seconds You should see a blinking red dot to the lower right of the digital display The blinking dot shows that the alarm is operating Within 20 seconds your CO alarm will start Blinking Dot monitoring for CO The number indicates a measurement of carbon monoxide in parts per million ppm Note The number will proba bly be zero 0 This is a normal condition for most households and shows that no measurable amount of CO has been detected The alarm has begun monitoring the air for carbon monoxide and will continue to do so as long as it receives power How to Test Your Alarm Testing the Electronics You should test the alarm once a week following the directions listed below If at any time you test the alarm and it does not perform as described below have it replaced immedi ately See How to know if your alarm is malfunctioning on this page f
9. BACKUP BATTERY CONNECT TO AC POWER TO FULLY RECHARGE BATTERY BATTERY IS PARTIALLY DISCHARGED AFTER 5 MINUTE OF OPERATION ON BACKUP BATTERY FLASHING DOT ONCE EVERY 60 SECONDS 1 CHIRP EVERY 60 SECONDS UNIT IN TROUBLE ALARM MODE WILL CONTINUE FOR APPROXIMATELY 7 HOURS WILL NOT DETECT CO OPERATION ON BATTERY BACKUP AND BATTERY IS FULLY DISCHARGED UNIT IS NOT OPERATIONAL WILL NOT DETECT CO BATTERY DISCONNECTED OR MISSING CONFIRM BATTERY CONNECTION IS FULLY SEATED AND ORIENTED PROPERLY CONNECT TO AC POWER TO FULLY CHARGE BATTERY CONTACT KIDDE CUSTOMER SERVICE IF CONDITION CONTINUES If at any time you test the alarm and it does not perform as described have it replaced immediately 18 Part Seven Li ION Battery Handling Precautions Handling 1 Do not use the battery for a purpose other than for the alarm it is specified 2 Do not recharge the battery using any charging circuit other than the one provided in the alarm A recharging operation under non conforming recharg ing conditions can cause electrolyte leakage over heating smoke emission bulging bursting and or ignition 3 Do not connect the positive and negative terminals of the battery with any conductor such as metal wires Do not store the battery or transport it togeth er with any metal objects 4 Do not connect the battery to an electrical outlet 5 Do not disassemble or modify the b
10. BATTERY PACK BATTERY DISCHARGED LESS THAN KEINI ON AC TO Piei Il NONE INITIAL POWER UP OR 10 HOURS ON AC BATTERY ISIN battery is charged depending on initial Lo POWER WAS RESET CHARGE STATE charge 0 ALTERNATING WITH Lb AND DOT gt CONNECT BATTERY PACK CONFIRM 1 BEEP EVERY 15 BATTERY DISCONNECTED e AER DISCHARGED OR 40 CONNECTION IS ORIENTED AND SEATED SECONDS OR NOT CHARGING HOURS PROPERLY CONTACT CUSTOMER SERVICE If at any time you test the alarm and it does not perform as described have it replaced immediately 17 Part Six Display Readings and What They Mean DC POWERED IN BATTERY BACKUP OPERATION Display Shows Alarm Sound Unit Status OPERATION ON BATTERY BACKUP SENSING FOR CO Unit Condition BATTERY IS FULLY CHARGED FIRST 5 MINUTES OF OPERATION ON BACKUP BATTERY Recommended Action CONNECT TO AC POWER 0 OR CO CONCENTRATION DISPLAYED ONCE EVERY 60 SECONDS FLASHING DOT BATTERY CONSERVE MODE SENSING FOR CO BATTERY IS FULLY CHARGED AND AFTER 5 MINUTES OF OPERATION ON BACKUP BATTERY NORMAL BATTERY ONLY OPERATION TO RECHARGE BATTERY CONNECT TO AC POWER 0 OR CO CONCENTRATION ALTERNATING WITH Lb 0 OR CO CONCENTRATION amp Lb DISPLAYED ONCE EVERY 60 SECONDS FLASHING DOT EVERY SECOND 1 CHIRP EVERY 15 SECONDS BATTERY CONSERVE MODE SENSING FOR CO BATTERY IS PARTIALLY DISCHARGED FIRST 5 MINUTE OF OPERATION ON
11. EPLACEMENT OF THE PRODUCT WITH REPAIRED PRODUCT AT THE DISCRETION OF THE MANUFACTURER THIS WARRANTY IS VOID IF THE PRODUCT HAS BEEN DAMAGED BY ACCIDENT UNREASONABLE USE NEGLECT TAMPERING OR OTHER CAUSES NOT ARISING FROM DEFECTS IN MATERIAL OR WORKMANSHIP THIS WARRANTY EXTENDS TO THE ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASER OF THE PRODUCT ONLY Warranty Disclaimers Any implied warranties arising out of this sale including but not limited to the implied warranties of description merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited in duration to the above warranty peri od In no event shall the Manufacturer be liable for loss of use of this product or for any indirect special incidental or con sequential damages or costs or expenses incurred by the con sumer or any other user of this product whether due to a breach of contract negligence strict liability in tort or other wise The Manufacturer shall have no liability for any person al injury property damage or any special incidental contin ent or consequential damage of any kind resulting from gas eakage fire or explosion Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitation may not apply to you Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of conse quential or incidental damages so the above limitations or exclu sions may not apply to you Legal Remedies This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you m
12. MONOXIDE FOR THIS REASON YOU MUST INSTALL SMOKE ALARMS TO PROVIDE EARLY WARNING OF FIRE AND TO PROTECT YOU AND YOUR FAMILY FROM FIRE AND ITS RELATED HAZARDS NOT SUIT ABLE FOR INSTALLATION IN HAZARDOUS LOCATIONS AS DEFINED IN THE NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE DURING A POWER OUTAGE UNIT WILL OPERATE FOR A PERIOD OF AT LEAST TWENTY HOURS ON A FULLY CHARGED KIDDE RECHARGEABLE BATTERY PACK WARNING THIS PRODUCT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN ORDINARY INDOOR RESIDENTIAL AREAS IT IS NOT DESIGNED TO MEASURE COMPLI ANCE WITH COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL STANDARDS THE INSTALLATION OF THIS DEVICE SHOULD NOT BE USED AS A SUBSTITUTE FOR PROPER INSTALLATION USE AND MAINTENANCE OF FUEL BURNING APPLIANCES INCLUDING APPROPRIATE VENTILATION AND EXHAUST SYSTEMS KIDDE 1999 2004 1394 South Third Street Mebane NC 27302 Consumer Hotline 1 800 880 6788 www kiddeUS com About this User s Guide Notice we call this booklet a User s Guide and not an Owner s Manual This is because our intention is you use this guide just as you will be using your Kidde CO alarm Keep the guide in a handy location and refer to it when you have questions about your CO alarm its functions and features or if you have questions about carbon monoxide It will take about an hour of your time but it s well worth it Please read it in the sequence presented Reading this guide is the only way to learn how to use your unit wisely and to know how to react in the event of an al
13. Operation in Low Battery Lb Condition When the battery pack is not fully charged the unit will begin displaying Lb and chirp once every 15 seconds This will last approximately 7 hours to warn you the battery is losing capacity Apply AC power to charge battery as soon as possible NOTE While in the low battery Lb warning mode the unit is sensing for and will alarm if CO is detected Battery Back up Operation in Trouble Alarm Condition When the battery pack capacity has been discharged to a state where it can no longer provide enough power to detect CO and operate the alarm it will enter a trouble alarm condition The display will go blank and the alarm will give an audible trouble chirp once every 60 seconds This will continue for approxi mately 7 hours after which time the alarm will no longer chirp to warn of a trouble condition WARNING THE UNIT WILL NOT DETECT CO WHILE IN THE TROUBLE ALARM CONDITION BLANK DISPLAY AND ONE AUDIBLE TROUBLE CHIRP EVERY 60 SECONDS APPLY AC POWER TO CHARGE THE BATTERY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE When AC power is restored the alarm will automatically switch back to normal operating mode and begin charging the battery pack to full capacity After continued operation on battery back up Lb may flash while the battery is recharging and will con tinue until fully charged Part One Your Kidde Carbon Monoxide Alarm Constant exposures to high or low humidity may reduce battery life W
14. arm Part One Your Kidde Carbon Monoxide Alarm covers the unique features of your Kidde carbon monoxide alarm how and where to install it as well as information on testing and main taining your unit Part Two Carbon Monoxide The Silent Killer contains valuable information about carbon monoxide CO From discovering the most common sources of CO in your home to recognizing the symptoms of CO poisoning this section provides tips and information that could help protect your family from carbon monoxide poisoning Part Three What You Should Know Before the Alarm Sounds pro vides a common sense approach to understanding the differ ence between low level CO readings high levels and emer gency situations This section also describes the effects of exposure to CO levels over time and when your Kidde CO unit will alarm Part Four What to do When the Alarm Sounds gives you step by step information on how to respond to the different alarm sit uations Also covered is whom to call for help if you think you have CO in your home Part Five Technical Information covers the technical specifications of your Kidde CO alarm Part Six Frequently Asked Questions contains the most commonly asked questions about our alarms Part six was written by Kidde customer service representatives who handle thou sands of calls per month year round This section provides you with answers and tips that will most likely answer any ques tions
15. arning Do not use any other type of rechargeable battery in your alarm or attempt to recharge the battery pack yourself Improper charg ing may even cause the battery pack to overheat or leak thus posing possible injury to the user What Carbon Monoxide Alarms Can and Cannot Do CO alarms are designed to sense unacceptable levels of CO from mal functioning furnaces appliances gas engines or other sources CO alarms provide early warning of the presence of carbon monoxide usually before a healthy adult would experience symptoms This early warning is possible however only if your Kidde CO alarm is located installed and maintained as described in this user s guide This CO alarm is designed to act as a monitor it is not designed for use as a short term testing device to perform a quick check for the pres ence of CO CO alarms have limitations Like any other electronic device CO alarms are not fool proof CO alarms have a limited operational life You must test your CO alarm weekly because it could fail to operate at any time If your CO alarm fails to test properly or if its self diagnostic test reveals a malfunction immediately have the unit replaced See back page for warranty infor mation This CO alarm also has an operational end of life feature which will indicate when to replace the alarm See page 14 for details of this feature CO alarms can only sense CO that reaches the unit s sensor Carbon monoxide may be pre
16. attery pack under any circumstances Disassembling the battery can cause internal shorts resulting in bulging burst ing due to excess gas generation overheat ignition explosion or other problems 6 Do not pierce the battery with sharp objects or subject to any other mechanical forces 7 Do not discard the battery into fire or heat it under any circumstances Otherwise it may cause the bat tery to explode 8 Do not use or leave the battery near a heat source such as a fire or heater 9 Do not place the battery in microwave oven or on induction heaters 10 Do not use or subject the battery to intense sun light or hot temperatures Otherwise electrolyte leak age overheating and or smoke emission can occur Also its guaranteed performance will be lost and or its service life will be shortened 19 11 Do not subject the battery to static electricity Otherwise the built in safety protection circuits can be damaged by static voltages possibly leading to leakage overheating smoke emission bursting and or ignition 12 Do not immerse the battery in liquids such as fresh or salt water beverages fruit juices and coffee etc 13 If the battery leaks and the electrolyte gets into the eyes the skin or other part of the body rinse the body part with clean running water and immediately seek medical attention 14 Do not use an apparently damaged or deformed battery 15 Li ion batteries may be disposed of i
17. ay also have other rights that vary from stat to state Warranty Performance During the above warranty period your product will be replaced with a comparable product it he defective product is returned postage prepaid to Kidde Customer Service Department 1 800 8 0 6788 together with proof of purchase date Please include a note describing the problem when you return the unit The replacement product will be in warranty for the remainder of the original warranty period or for six months whichev er is longer Other than the cost of postage no charge will be made for replacement of the defective product Important Do not remove back cover Back cover removal will void warranty Your Kidde Carbon Monoxide Alarm is not a substitute for prop erty disability life or other insurance of any kind Appropriate rene coverage is your responsibility Consult your insurance agent Also Kidde makes no warranty express or implied written or oral including that of merchantability or fitness for any particu lar purpose with respect to the battery The above warranty may not be altered except in writing signed by both parties hereto Please send products and all other correspondence to Kidde Attn Customer Service Department 1394 South Third Street Mebane NC 27302 The model number and assembly number can be found on the label on the back of the alarm For Warranty Service In many cases the quickest way to exchange
18. ces that are nearly impossible to detect That s why you need the 24 hour protection provided by a CO alarm Part Two Carbon Monoxide The Silent Killer Home Safety Tips What You Can Do Buy only appliances approved by a nationally recognized testing laboratory e Choose fuel burning appliances that can be vented to the outdoors whenever possible e Make sure appliances are installed according to manufacturer s instructions and local building codes Most appliances should be installed by professionals and should be inspected by the proper authority after installation e Have the heating system vents chimney and flue inspected and cleaned by a qualified technician every year Follow manufacturer s directions for safe operation of all fuel burning appliances e Examine vents and chimneys regularly for improper connections visible rust or stains e Open a window when a fireplace or wood burning stove is in use and provide adequate outdoor air for furnace and water heater e Notice problems that could indicate improper appliance operation Decreasing hot water supply Furnace unable to heat house or runs constantly Sooting especially on appliances Unfamiliar or burning odor Yellow or orange flame e Be aware of the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning headaches dizziness weakness sleepiness nausea vomiting confusion and disorientation e Recognize that CO poisoning may be the caus
19. cle in an attached garage an appliance that emits CO when starting up a fire in a fireplace or charcoal in a nearby barbecue A temperature inversion can trap CO generated by traffic and other fuel burning appliances caus ing low level readings of CO Normally the digital display will read 0 and under certain con ditions you may notice levels of 30 or more for short periods of time by using the Peak level memory feature on the Kidde CO alarm you can view concentrations of CO between 11 and 30 PPM Use the low level concentrations shown in memory as a tool in identifying the source of the CO It may be helpful to pur chase additional Kidde CO Alarms to place in different locations throughout your house to isolate the CO source Monitor the CO concentrations shown in the peak level memory to see if readings occur in certain areas at certain times of the day or near a par ticular appliance Once the source is located correcting the problem may be as easy as opening a window venting an appliance backing a car out of the garage a safe distance from living quarters closing the garage door and letting the car warm up outside It could be possible that a weather condition caused the low level reading and the condition may or may not happen again Some CO conditions may start out as low level leaks but could develop into CO concentrations that could become harmful If this happens the CO alarm will detect the dangerous level and alarm
20. ct illustrations 3 A e The unique features of this Kidde CO alarm 4 Part Five Technical Information i e What carbon monoxide alarms can and cannot do 4 e Product Specifications 14 e Where to install your CO alarm 5 e How the unit determines when to alarm 4 ites ee alarm 5 Part Six Frequently Asked Questions 15 e Battery installation and operation 7 e Display teadings and what they mean i e Normal operating characteristics 8 Part Seven Li lon Battery e How to test your alarm T 8 e Li ION battery handling and storing 19 e How to know if your alarm is malfunctioning 8 e How to care for your alarm 9 Wall Mount Diagram 20 e The peak level memory button 9 Limited Warranty Part Two Carbon Monoxide The Silent Killer e Warranty and service Back Page e What is carbon monoxide 10 e What are the effects of CO exposure 10 e Could your family be at risk from CO poisoning 10 e Where does CO come from 10 e What can you do to protect your family 10 e Home safety tips 11 e Be aware of the warning signs of carbon monoxide 11 IMPORTANT THIS CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM IS DESIGNED TO DETECT CARBON MONOXIDE FROM ANY SOURCE OF IMPROPER OR MALFUNCTIONING APPLIANCES IT IS NOT DESIGNED TO DETECT SMOKE FIRE OR ANY OTHER GAS WARNING THIS CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR INSTALLING AND MAINTAINING AN APPROPRIATE NUMBER OF SMOKE ALARMS IN YOUR HOME THIS CARBON MONOXIDE WILL NOT SENSE SMOKE FIRE OR ANY POISONOUS GAS OTHER THAN CARBON
21. e absence of a draft in your chimney indicating blockage e Fallen soot from the fireplace chimney e Loose damaged or discolored bricks on your chimney Clues You Cannot See Internal appliance damage or malfunctioning components e Improper burner adjustment Hidden blockage or damage in chimneys 11 Part Three Understanding the effect of CO exposure Understand the Effects of Carbon Monoxide Exposure Concentration of CO in the Air ppm parts per million Approximate Inhalation Time and Symptoms Developed 50 ppm 200 ppm 400 ppm 800 ppm 1 600 ppm 3 200 ppm 6 400 ppm 12 800 ppm The maximum allowable concentration for continuous exposure for healthy adults in any 8 hour period according to OSHA Slight headache fatigue dizziness nausea after 2 3 hours Frontal headaches within 1 2 hours life threatening after 3 hours Dizziness nausea and convulsions within 45 minutes Unconsciousness within 2 hours Death within 2 3 hours Headache dizziness and nausea within 20 minutes Death within 1 hour Headache dizziness and nausea within 5 10 minutes Death within 25 30 minutes Headache dizziness and nausea within 1 2 minutes Death within 10 15 minutes Death within 1 3 minutes Occupational Safety and Health Administration Reminder This chart relates to the exposure of healthy adults 12 Part Four What to do When the Alarm Sounds Determine if anyone in the household is
22. e when family members suffer from flu like symptoms that don t disappear but improve when they leave home for extended periods of time What You Should Not Do e Never burn charcoal inside a home garage cabin RV or camper e Never install service or convert fuel burning appliances from one type to another without proper knowledge skills and tools Never use a gas range oven or clothes dryer for heating Never operate unvented gas burning appliances such as kerosene or natural gas space heaters in a closed room e Never operate gasoline powered engines like vehicles motorcycles lawn mowers yard equipment or power tools in confined areas such as garages or basements even if an outside door or window is open e Never ignore a safety device when it shuts off an appliance Never ignore a CO alarm Be Aware of the Warning Signs of Carbon Monoxide Clues You Can See e Streaks of carbon or soot around the service door of your fuel burning appliances e Ayellow or orange flame may indicate a problem with natural gas appliances e Excessive rusting on flue pipes or appliance jackets e Loose or missing furnace panel e Moisture collecting on the windows and walls of furnace rooms e Loose or disconnected vent chimney fireplace or appliance Small amounts of water leaking from the base of the chimney vent or flue pipe e Rust on the portion of the vent pipe visible from outside your home e Th
23. erforms an internal self diagnosis every 15 seconds to make sure that it is functioning properly The alarm is designed to alert you in the unusual event of a malfunction If the alarm malfunctions In the rare event that your alarm malfunctions it will alert you with one of these signal groups depending upon the type of mal function that occurs Malfunction Signal Group 1 Component Failure An intermittent chirping alarm will sound every 30 secs and An Err message will appear on the digital display T Malfunction Signal Group 2 Microprocessor Failure The alarm will sound continuously and The digital display will be blank and The alarm cannot be shut off by pushing Test Reset button Unplug the alarm immediately and return for warranty exchange see Warranty on back page What to do if you re not sure PLEASE familiarize yourself with the malfunction alert and do not con fuse these signals with an alarm After reading the information above if you are still unsure whether your alarm is operating properly call the Kidde toll free consumer hotline at 1 800 880 6788 to do a quick diag nostic check of the alarm over the phone The customer service repre sentative will be able to assist you and answer your questions Never ignore a CO alarm A true alarm is an indication of potentially dangerous levels of carbon monoxide CO alarms are designed to alert you to the presence of carbon monox
24. experiencing symptoms building or calling for assistance Also young children and house of CO poisoning Many cases of reported CO poisoning indicate hold pets may be the first affected The following symptoms are that while victims are aware they are not well they become so dis related to CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING and should be dis oriented they are unable to save themselves by either exiting the cussed with ALL members of the household Become familiar with these common symptoms from CO poisoning Common Mild Exposure Symptoms Headaches running nose sore eyes often described as flu like symptoms Common Medium Exposure Symptoms Dizziness drowsiness vomiting Common Extreme Exposure Symptoms Unconsciousness brain damage death If you experience even mild symptoms of CO poisoning consult your doctor immediately WARNING Actuation of your CO Alarm indicates the presence of Carbon Monoxide CO which can KILL YOU When the CO alarm senses a dangerous level of CO the unit will for the first 5 minutes after detecting CO and then the cycle will emit a loud alarm pattern The alarm pattern is 4 short chirps repeat every one minute Know how to respond to a CO emer followed by 5 seconds of silence followed by 4 short chirps gency Periodically review this user s guide and discuss with all Note When the unit is disconnected from the 120V power members of your family supply and is on batter
25. g code requirements as a guide to the location of your Kidde CO alarm s WHEN CHOOSING YOUR INSTALLATION LOCATIONS MAKE SURE YOU CAN HEAR THE ALARM FROM ALL SLEEPING AREAS IF YOU INSTALL ONLY ONE CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM IN YOUR HOME INSTALL THE ALARM NEAR BEDROOMS NOT IN THE BASEMENT OR FURNACE ROOM Recommended Locations Two labels have been provided with important information on what to do in case of an alarm Add the phone number of your emergency service provider in the space provided Place one label next to the alarm after it is mounted and one label near a fresh air source such as a door or window CAUTION This alarm will only indicate the presence of car bon monoxide at the sensor Carbon monoxide may be pres ent in other areas IMPORTANT Improper location can affect the sensitive elec tronic components in this alarm Please see the next section describing where NOT to install this alarm Where Not to Install Your CO Alarm To avoid causing damage to the unit to provide optimum protection and to prevent unnecessary alarms follow the directions below where NOT to install this alarm It is recommended that you do not install this CO alarm in garages kitchens or furnace rooms Installation in these areas could lead to nuisance alarms may expose the sensor to substances that could damage or contaminate it or the alarm may not be heard by per sons in other areas of the home especially if they are sleeping In
26. ic outlet in one of the configurations listed in step 2 Refer to page 6 for more details Step 5 If the battery pack has a full charge when first powered up you will see three eights in the digital display indicat ing the alarm is warming up After approximately 20 sec onds the first reading will be displayed The number on the display should be 0 If the battery pack is partially charged Lb Low battery will flash every second alter nating with a 0 until the battery is charged If this occurs see page 7 for complete information Step 6 Make sure the red dot in the digital display is blinking Then test the unit s operation by pressing and releasing the Test Reset button Within 15 seconds you will hear 4 quick chirps followed by 5 seconds of silence followed by 4 quick chirps For complete testing information refer to page 8 Step 7 While 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 See page 5 for complete information on the best locations for your alarm Caution Continuous exposure to the loud 85 decibel alarm at close range over an extended period of time may cause hearing loss That s it Your Kidde CO alarm is now monitoring for the presence of carbon monoxide Part One Your Kidde Carbon Monoxide Alarm About Your CO Alarm The number one feature that
27. ide before an emergency before most people would experience symptoms of carbon monoxide poison ing giving you time to resolve the problem calmly Part One Your Kidde Carbon Monoxide Alarm How to Care for Your Alarm To keep your alarm in good working order you must follow these simple steps WHAT YOU SHOULD DO e Test the alarm once a week by pressing the Test Reset button see page 8 e Vacuum the alarm cover once a month to remove accumulated dust Use the soft brush attachment of your vacuum cleaner and unplug the alarm from the electrical outlet before vacuuming e Instruct children never to touch unplug or otherwise interfere with the alarm Warn children of the dangers of CO poisoning WHAT YOU SHOULD NOT DO e Never use detergents or solvents to clean the alarm Chemicals can permanently damage or temporarily contaminate the sensor e Avoid spraying air fresheners hair spray paint or other aerosols near the alarm Do not paint the alarm Paint will seal the vents and interfere with proper sensor operation Do not mount the alarm directly above or near a diaper pail as high amounts of methane gas can cause temporary readings on the digital display Note If you will be staining or stripping wood floors or furni ture painting wall papering or using aerosols or adhesives for a do it yourself project or hobby before you begin Remove the alarm to a remote location to prevent possible damage to or contam
28. if the tronic device yet very simple to understand Basically the unit unit malfunctions it will display other readings and alarm differ will display a 0 if it senses 30 PPM of CO or less and if you ently to alert you that something is wrong with the alarm have a good backup battery pack installed Please familiarize yourself and other family members to the If it senses carbon monoxide it will display a reading so you can difference between a CO reading and a reading signifying a see if you have a non threatening or emergency situation problem with the alarm itself AC AND DC START UP ALARM AND ERROR OPERATION Display Shows Alarm Sound Unit Status Unit Condition Recommended Action BRIEF 888 AND i SELF TESTING ON START NORMAL OPERATION AT START UP o FLASHING DOT ONE SHORT CHIRP UP OR RESET NONE UNIT WILL QUICKLY DISPLAY 0 STEADY DISPLAY OF 4 QUICK BEEPS 5 NUMBER BETWEEN 30 SECONDS OFF CARBON MONOXIDE UNIT IN ALARM CONDITION RETER TO PAGET MEAT JODOI AND 999 REPEATING STEADY Err AND CHIRP EVERY 30 FLASHING DOT SECONDS UNIT IS NOT OPERATIONAL WILL NOT DETECT UNIT MALFUNCTION CONTACT KIDDE CUSTOMER SERVICE NO DISPLAY CONSTANT ALARM AC POWERED IN NORMAL STAND BY OPERATION Display Shows Alarm Sound Unit Status Unit Condition Recommended Action m ans NORMAL OPERATION 0 WITH FLASHING DOT NONE SENSING FOR CO BATTERY IS FULLY CHARGED NONE flashes alternately CHARGING
29. inutes It s also used when resetting the peak level memory See page 9 Peak Level Button By pressing this button you can see the peak CO level recorded by the alarm since it was last cleared or unplugged This Kidde feature allows you or heating contractor or fireman to see exactly how big a CO prob lem you have so you can react accordingly More on the peak level memory feature on page 9 Sensor The sensor is a highly sensitive electrochemical sensor that is CO specif ic to help avoid false alarms Turn to page 9 for more information on how to care for and protect the alarm Sounder Alarm This is the loud 85 decibel pulsing alarm that will sound to alert you to a potential problem Alarm condition is 4 quick chirps followed by 5 seconds of silence followed by 4 quick chirps Repeat Caution Continuous exposure to this sound level at close range over an extended period of time may cause hearing loss We recommend you cover the sounder with your finger while testing More on testing on page 8 Keyholes When the alarm is mounted to the wall these keyholes slide onto the screws in the wall See How to install your alarm on page 6 Pull Out Transformer Adapter This unique Kidde feature enables the alarm to be used as a direct plug unit a wall mounted unit or a table top unit More on how this unique feature is used for different application page 6 Note This CO alarm is not battery operated W
30. n long term exposures to low levels can cause symptoms as well as short term exposures to high levels Your Kidde unit has a time weighted alarm so the higher the level of carbon monox ide present the sooner the alarm will be triggered This Kidde CO alarm meets the alarm response time requirements which are as follows At 70 ppm the unit must alarm within 60 240 minutes At 150 ppm the unit must alarm within 10 50 minutes At 400 ppm the unit must alarm within 4 15 minutes WARNING This device is designed to protect individuals from acute effects of carbon monoxide exposure It will not fully safeguard individu als with specific medical conditions If in doubt consult a medical practi tioner Individuals with medical problems may consider using warning devices which provide audible and visual signals for carbon monoxide concentrations under 30 ppm Accuracy of the Digital Display Each Kidde CO Alarm is calibrated at a CO concentration of 150 ppm in air at 80 F 10 F Depending on the ambient condition temperature humidity and the condition of the sensor the alarm readings may vary The digital reading tolerances are Ambient 80 F 10 F atmospheric pressure 10 40 3 relative humidity Tolerance Reading of displayed reading 0 999 ppm 20 15 ppm Replacement of Alarm Eight years after initial power up this unit will chirp every 30 seconds to indicate
31. n be a potential problem from a number of common sources automobiles furnaces water heaters fireplaces wood stoves charcoal grills gas ranges space heaters and portable generators When these appliances are in good working condition with proper ventilation lethal carbon monoxide gas is vented outdoors where it quickly disperses But even the slightest malfunction or mis use of any of these sources can lead to a build up of carbon monox ide in your home that can become deadly before you d even know it s there And you don t have to have ancient appliances to have a problem Today s more energy efficient airtight home designs can trap CO polluted air inside where it can quickly build to lethal levels What Can You do to Protect Your Family To be safe know the possible sources of CO in your home Keep fuel burning appliances and their chimneys and vents in good working condition Learn the early symptoms of exposure and if you suspect carbon monoxide poisoning move outside to fresh air and get emergency help A blood test can confirm that CO caused the problem Your first line of defense is an annual inspection and regular main tenance of your appliances Contact a licensed contractor or call your local utility company for assistance But remember problems can begin after an inspection is over like a crack in a furnace heat exchanger or a leak in a water heater vent a bird s nest blocking a flue or other sour
32. n irritating completely undetectable to your five senses That s why it s so important to your safety that you have a carbon monoxide alarm But how do you know what to do if your unit alarms You have to learn what to do because your five senses won t tell you That s why this user s guide is so important Please take the time to read this guide from cover to cover to famil iarize yourself with the facts about carbon monoxide how your new unit works and what to do if it alarms Then find a handy place to keep the guide so it will be readily available in the future when you have a question You might want to write down Kidde toll free customer service number and keep it with your other important phone numbers for the same reason Thank you for making Kidde a part of your complete home safety program With proper installation and use your new Kidde CO alarm should provide you with years of dependable service Quick Set Up Guide We urge you to read this entire manual in the sequence it is presented But if you only read one part of this guide initially read this page Listed below are seven easy steps for setting up your Kidde CO alarm Please read the entire guide for complete information Setting up your alarm for first time operation Step 1 Determine the best location for your CO alarm s Usually this is in or near bedrooms Refer to page 5 for complete information Step 2 Your CO alarm is equipped to be moun
33. n normal household waste Contact the local Department of household hazardous waste in your state or local landfill for disposal or recycling practices in your area Storage for the battery when detached from the alarm 1 Store the battery in a location where children can not reach it 2 Store the battery in a cool and dry storage area Storing the battery in temperatures above 40 C will lead to permanent battery damage If a refrigerator is used for storage the battery should be placed in a plastic bag for protection against condensation 3 The proper operating recharging temperature range is from 0 to 40 C An operating recharging condition outside this range can lead to battery damage overheating or other problems Wall Mount Diagram If you are going to mount your Kidde CO alarm to the wall you may use this guide for exact placement of the two wall mount screws provided For more information about mounting to the wall please refer to pages 6 7 2 58 20 Limited Warranty WARRANTY COVERAGE THE MANUFACTURER WARRANTS TO THE ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASER THAT THIS PRODUCT WILL BE FREE OF DEFECTS IN MATERIAL AND WORKMANSHIP FOR A PERIOD OF SEVEN 7 YEARS FROM DATE OF PURCHASE AND THE BATTERY PACK WILL BE FREE OF DEFECTS IN MATERIAL AND WORKMANSHIP FOR A PERIOD OF ONE 1 YEAR FROM DATE OF PURCHASE THE MANUFACTURER S LIABILITY HEREUNDER IS LIMITED TO REPLACEMENT OF THE PRODUCT REPAIR OF THE PRODUCT OR R
34. or a descrip tion of the characteristics of a malfunction ing alarm and what you should do if a mal function occurs Blinking Dot Observe the alarm weekly to make sure the red dot is blinking indicating normal operation If the dot is not blinking unplug the alarm then plug in again This will clear the alarm for restart If the dot does not resume blinking your alarm may be malfunctioning To test the alarm press and release the Test Reset button If the unit is operating properly you should notice the following e The display shows three eights and then shows a number usually around 200 You should then hear 4 quick chirps followed by 5 seconds of silence followed by 4 quick chirps The unit will then show the three eights for sever al seconds It will then return to monitoring for carbon monoxide Familiarize yourself and household members with the alarm pattern described above In the event of a CO incident this pattern will con tinue to repeat as long as CO is present NOTE Pressing the Test Reset button tests the functions of the alarm s internal components circuitry and micro computer YOU DO NOT NEED TO PRESS THE TEST BUTTON TO TAKE A CO READING CO readings are automatically shown on the alarm s digital display If the alarm shows zero 0 then 30 PPM of CO or less has been sensed by the alarm within the last 15 seconds How to Know If Your Alarm is Malfunctioning Your alarm p
35. our blood stream through your lungs and attaches to red blood cells These red blood cells called hemoglobin carry oxygen throughout your body Carbon monoxide molecules attach to the red blood cells 200 times faster than oxygen preventing the flow of oxygen to your heart brain and vital organs As carbon monoxide accumulates in your bloodstream your body becomes starved for oxygen The amount of carbon monoxide in a person s body can be measured by a simple blood test called a carboxyhemoglobin level test The early symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are often mistaken for the flu headache dizziness weakness nausea vomiting sleepiness and confusion Could Your Family be at Risk from CO Poisoning Carbon monoxide is the number one cause of poisoning deaths in the United States According to the Mayo Clinic at least 10 000 Americans are affected by CO poisoning each year While anyone is susceptible experts agree that unborn babies small children senior citizens and people with heart or respiratory problems are especially vulnerable to CO and are at the greatest risk for death or serious injury Where Does CO Come From Inside your home malfunctioning and improperly vented appli ances used for heating and cooking are the most likely sources of carbon monoxide Vehicles running in attached garages can also 10 produce dangerous levels of carbon monoxide A by product of combustion carbon monoxide ca
36. presence of CO Do not install this alarm in a switch or dimmer controlled outlet Do not install in areas where the temperature is colder than 40 F 440C or hotter than 100 F 37 8 C These areas include uncondi tioned crawl spaces attics porches and garages Extreme tempera tures will affect the sensitivity of the alarm Do not install CO alarm near deep cell large batteries Large batter ies have emissions that can cause the alarm to perform at less than optimum performance Part One Your Kidde Carbon Monoxide Alarm Avoid the following e Excessive spillage or reverse venting of fuel burning appliances caused by outdoor ambient conditions such as 1 Wind direction and or velocity including high gusts of wind Heavy air in the vent pipes cold humid air with extended periods between cycles 2 Negative pressure differential resulting from the use of exhaust fans 3 Simultaneous operation of several fuel burning appliances competing for limited internal air 4 Vent pipe connections vibrating loose from clothes dryers furnaces or water heaters 5 Obstructions in or unconventional vent pipe designs which can amplify the above situations Extended operation of unvented fuel burning devices range oven fireplace etc Temperature inversions which can trap exhaust gasses near the ground Car idling in an open or closed attached garage or near a home How to Install Your Alarm Your Kidde CO alarm with its remo
37. r Table Top and Direct Plug Use Rear view with back door removed Power Cord Adapter Cord Strain Relief 0 0 Thumb Grip for Back Door Removal Slide Down Back Door Key Holes Kidde Rechargeable Backup Battery shown installed in battery compartment Install Backup Battery For correct installation refer to Step 3 in the Quick Set Up Guide on page 2 and refer to Battery Installation and Operation on page 7 Part One Your Kidde Carbon Monoxide Alarm The Unique Features of this Kidde CO Alarm Digital Display The continuous digital display shows you the level of carbon monoxide if any the unit is sensing The unit updates this reading every 15 seconds so you can watch levels rise or fall Note If the unit does not sense any CO the reading is zero 0 In most homes the unit reads 0 all the time A reading of 0 is expected under normal conditions and is good The blinking dot after the number shows you the unit is operating Test Reset Button This button has three functions First this is the button you press when you test the unit monthly see page 8 for further details Secondly you press this button if the unit alarms and you want to silence the alarm This will reset the unit and it will then again start monitoring for CO if CO concentration is above 70 ppm the alarm will again sound within 6 m
38. replace back door by making sure latches on all four corners of door are lined up then firmly press into place 7 Now simply plug in to outlet Wall Mounted Alarm First refer to Where to Install Your CO Alarm on page 5 for general guidelines as to where to locate your alarm Installation tips for power cord models The power cord option provides more flexibility in mounting locations and allows the alarm to be easily installed at eye level Note If you mount the alarm high on a wall make sure it is at least 6 from the ceiling Any higher than this it will be in dead air space and car bon monoxide may not reach the sensor Back of unit when used i as a wall mount For a wall mount you will need to pull out the removable adapter and power cord This simple process is outlined below To install 1 Follow steps 1 thru 4 in the previous column under To Rotate Adapter 2 With adapter out pull out power cord and unwrap it 3 With cord extended press last few inches into cord recess Gently pull cord at bottom of cord recess until cord becomes taught and lays flat in cord recess 4 Carefully replace back door making sure latches on all four cor ners of door are lined up then firmly press into place Part One Your Kidde Carbon Monoxide Alarm 5 Using the wall mount diagram located near the back of this user s guide install the
39. sent in other areas without reaching the alarm The rate at which CO reaches the unit may be affected by doors or other obstructions In addition fresh air from a vent or open window or any other source may prevent CO from reaching the sensor Please observe cautions on page 5 Where to install your alarm CO could be present on one level of the home and not reach a CO alarm installed on a different level For example CO 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 alarm on every level of the home CO alarms are not smoke alarms CO alarms do 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 alarms should not be used to detect the presence of natural gas methane propane butane or other combustible fuels CO alarms are not a substitute for property disability life or other insurance of any kind Appropriate insurance coverage is your respon sibility Consult your insurance agent Part One Your Kidde Carbon Monoxide Alarm Where to Install Your CO Alarm Your Kidde CO alarm should be mounted in or near bedrooms and living areas It is recommended that you install a Kidde CO alarm on each level of a multi level home You may use the number and location of smoke alarms installed in your home according to current buildin
40. sets this Kidde model apart from other alarms is its unique digital display that gives you a continuous readout of CO levels from 30 999 parts per mil lion The digital display serves as an early warning of CO presence Additionally the digital display gives you added time to find the source of the CO and correct the problem limiting the risk of unrecognized long term exposure Of course the loud 85 decibel alarm warns of higher levels Kidde is the only CO alarm that gives you the choice of a direct plug a 6 power cord or table top unit all in one Depending on how or where you wish to mount your alarm you can get exactly what you need for a perfect application Kidde CO Alarm front view Digital Display n PARTS PER MILLION OF CO GBS Eon vr No Bae car ire Carbon Monoxide ALARM i a Blinking Red Dot Y Test Reset Button Peak Level Button F Kidde Sounder Alarm Note Your Kidde CO alarm is NOT battery operated The rechargeable battery pack is to supply a short term backup during a power outage In the event of a power outage the rechargeable battery pack will continue operating the alarm for at least 20 hours Kidde CO Alarm rear view Adapter Thumb Release Door Latches at all four corners of back door Cord Recess Removable Adapter Slide Support fo
41. t or no air conditioning Will that hurt the alarm Should leave it plugged in all the time A We recommend that your alarm not be installed in areas where temperatures fall below 40 F 4 4 C or rise above 100 F 37 8 C Your alarm was designed to be constantly plugged in for maximum performance Q plugged in the alarm at my house my parents my neighbors etc and it read 0 Does that mean every thing is OK I m thinking can return the alarm since everything checks out OK A This CO alarm is not designed for use as a short term test ing device to perform a quick check for the presence of CO Remember a carbon monoxide problem can occur at any time even after a professional inspection has determined that everything is in proper working order Examples of problems that can develop are a crack in a furnace heat exchanger a leak in a water heater vent or a bird s nest blocking a flue Other sources are nearly impossible to detect even a change in the air pressure outside can turn a normally safe situation deadly That s why you need the 24 hour protec tion provided by a CO alarm Part Six Display Readings and What They Mean Pages 18 19 contain vital information about the various readings you may see on your display We suggest you keep this User s Guide handy for reference Your new Kidde carbon monoxide alarm is a sophisticated elec However if the backup battery pack is low or missing or
42. ted as a corded unit a direct plug unit or a table top unit In the as shipped configuration the unit can be plugged directly into a wall socket If your outlets are mounted horizon tally please refer to page 6 to rotate adapter If the transformer adapter is taken out of the unit the alarm can be mounted on the wall at eye level while the trans former is plugged into a wall socket The unit can also be set on a table if the support at the bottom of the unit is pulled out see rear view illustration on page 3 Refer to page 6 for further information on installing your alarm Step 3 A Kidde rechargeable battery pack is provided for backup in the event of a power outage To install the battery pack open the back door and align the connector with the slot in the battery Insure the orientation of the two alignment ribs align with the slots in the battery case Press the connector in until it is fully seated Depending on the charge state of the battery pack the battery packs can have different amounts of energy stored in them due to storage time you may hear the alarm sound briefly to indicate the alarm is receiving power Place battery pack into battery compartment and replace back door refer to page 3 Note Battery backup will be limited until the battery has fully charged It may take up to 24 hours for the battery back up to fully charge Step 4 Plug the alarm into a standard unswitched 120 volt AC electr
43. that it is time to replace the alarm A label has been provided that has Replace by printed on it Write the replace by date on the label and affix it to the front of the alarm so that it is visible after mounting The date written on the label should be after eight 8 years of cumulative power REPLACE IMMEDIATELY IT WILL NOT DETECT CO IN THIS CONDI TION 14 Part Six Frequently Asked Questions Q How many alarms do I need in my house A Refer to page 5 for recommended locations and where to place your alarm Q Can you explain what time weighted alarm means A Because carbon monoxide is a cumulative poison two factors determine how the body is affected by CO the level of exposure and the length of exposure For example being continuously exposed to lower levels of carbon monoxide for many hours can be as dangerous as being exposed to higher levels of CO for a short period of time The microchip inside your Kidde CO alarm monitors the air for the presence of carbon monoxide and computes the lev els and length of exposure alarming when you should be concerned about CO exposure For more information about the alarm see page 14 Q Do I have to press the test button to get a CO reading A No Your Kidde CO alarm monitors the air for carbon monoxide An updated reading is shown on the digital dis play every 15 seconds If there is no CO present the digital display will show a zero If the alarm shows zero 0
44. uring the first 10 hour initial charge period or until the battery has charged Lb will be displayed along with the CO level usu ally 0 and without an audible chirp When the initial charge is complete the Lb will disappear If however after 10 hours the battery is not charging properly Lb may continue to flash AND there will be an audible chirp once every 15 sec onds indicating the battery is not charging If this occurs make sure the connection between the battery and the alarm is cor rectly oriented and fully seated If not disconnect the battery and reconnect insuring the alignment ribs match the slots in the battery If it is properly connected and fully seated and Lb is still displayed along with an audible chirp contact customer service Battery Backup Operation When the alarm is unplugged or loses AC power and the bat tery pack is fully charged the alarm will automatically switch to battery backup operation and you will notice the following e For the first five minutes of operation on battery the alarm will operate as if on AC power e However after five minutes of operation to conserve battery capacity the display will flash the CO level usually 0 once every 60 seconds Caution If the unit detects CO and enters an alarm state while in battery back up condition the CO level will be displayed and the audible alarm pattern of four quick beeps will sound once every 60 seconds Battery Back up
45. vable adapter allows you to install the alarm as a wall mounted unit a direct pugur unit or as a table top unit 3 Direct Plug Alarm First refer to Where to Install Your CO Alarm on page 5 for general guidelines as to where to locate your CO alarm In its as shipped configuration your Kidde CO alarm is ready to be plugged directly into a wall socket To install 1 Choose a standard 120V outlet to plug alarm into Back of unit when used as direct plug 2 Pull slide support out approximately 25 until slide snaps in place this will help support unit in wall outlet 3 Simply plug in If outlet is mounted horizontally sideways If you are going to use your alarm as a direct plug and you are going to plug in to an outlet that is mounted horizontally sideways you will need to rotate the adapter 90 This simple process is outlined as follows To rotate adapter 1 With back of unit facing you with adapter at top place your thumbs on thumb grips 2 With your thumbs push down in the direc tion of the arrows on the thumb grips and slide back door off 3 Next place your thumbs on the adapter thumb releases 4 Spread adapter thumb releases out and carefully turn alarm over This will allow KL lee adapter to slide out Back of unit when 5 Rotate the adapter 90 to the right clock ed a direct plug wise and snap firmly back into place oC eee OM 6 Carefully
46. y backup the alarm pattern will continue If alarm signal sounds 4 quick chirps 5 seconds off 1 Immediately move to fresh air outdoors Check that all persons are accounted for Do not re enter the premises until emergency services responders have arrived the premises have been aired out and your alarm remains in its normal operating condition 2 Call your emergency services PHONE NUMBER fire department or 911 13 Part Five Technical Information Product Specifications 120V AC units 60 Hz Current 60 mA max Sensor calibrated at 150 ppm 25 ppm Power Sensor Temperature Operating range 40 F 4 4 C to 100 F 37 8 C Humidity Mounting Operating range 5 95 non condensing Accessories supplied for wall mount direct plug and table top applications Alarm 85 dB at 10 3 4 0 5 KHz pulsing alarm How the Unit Determines When to Alarm Your Kidde CO alarm uses advanced technology to monitor the environment in your home and warn you of unacceptable levels of carbon monoxide An internal microcomputer works together with the carbon monoxide sensor inside the alarm to determine the levels of carbon monoxide in the air and to calculate the rate that CO would be absorbed into the human body The micro computer is calibrated to trigger the unit s alarm before most people would experience any symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning Because carbon monoxide is a cumulative poiso
47. you might have after reading this user s guide Introduction This Kidde carbon monoxide CO alarm is an important part of your family s home safety plan Because CO alarms for the home haven t been available until recently most people haven t had much experience using them As a new owner of a CO alarm there are some basic facts you should know for your protection and convenience Many people think that CO alarms operate like smoke alarms And in some basic ways this is true Like smoke alarms CO alarms monitor the air in your home and sound a loud alarm to warn you of trouble But the similarities end here The way you respond to a CO alarm is quite different than that of a smoke alarm That s because a house fire and a carbon monoxide problem are two distinctly different situations If your smoke alarm were to alarm you would quickly be able to judge the level of danger you were in if any with your five senses you could see and smell the smoke you could feel the heat you could see and even hear the fire burning You could also readily see if your smoke alarm were alarming in a non emergency situation say if someone smoked up the kitchen with some seriously burnt toast Because your sense of sight smell hearing and touch give you so much information you could almost instantly judge what action to take if you heard your smoke alarm But now what about a CO alarm Carbon monoxide CO is invisible odorless tasteless and no
48. your alarm is to return it to the original place of purchase If you have questions call the Kidde customer service department at 1 800 880 6788 for assistance F Kidde Questions or for more information call our Consumer Hotline at 1 800 880 6788 or contact us at our website at www kiddeUS com Kidde 1394 South Third Street Mebane NC 27302 Custom Assembled in China with U S and Foreign Components
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