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BRK electronic SCO500 User's Manual

1. WHAT YOU WILL SEE AND HEAR WITH THIS ALARM Under Normal Operations Voice Silent Power Smoke LED Flashes Green once a minute Horn Silent CO LED Off When You Test the Alarm Voice Testing Horn 3 beeps pause 3 beeps Voice Warning evacuate smoke in Location example Basement Evacuate Smoke LED Flashes Red in sync with the horn pattern Horn 4 fast beeps pause 4 fast beeps Voice Warning evacuate carbon monoxide in Location example Basement Evacuate Pause Highest carbon monoxide level was CO level example _O ppm CO LED Flashes Red in sync with the horn pattern If Battery Becomes Low or is Missing Voice Replace battery in Location example Kitchen Repeated every 5 hours Horn chirps once a minute Power Smoke LED Flashes Green On for 2 seconds Off for 2 seconds Low Battery Latch is now engaged CO LED Off If Alarm is Not Operating Properly MALFUNCTION SIGNAL Voice Detector error in Location example Kitchen please see manual refer to Troubleshooting Guide Repeated every 5 hours Horn Three rapid chirps every minute Power Smoke LED Flashes approximately once a minute CO LED Off Alarm Levels of CO are Detected Voice Warning evacuate carbon monoxide in Location example Kitchen Evacuate _ ss ppm Horn 4 beeps pause 4 beeps voice Power Smoke LED Off CO LED During Alarm Flashes Red in
2. More specifically install Smoke Alarms e On every level of your home including finished attics and basements e Inside every bedroom especially if people sleep with the door partly or completely closed e Inthe hall near every sleeping area If your home has multiple sleeping areas install a unit in each If a hall is more than 40 feet long 12 meters install a unit at each end e At the top of the first to second floor stairway and at the bottom of the basement stairway IMPORTANT Specific requirements for Smoke Alarm installation vary from state to state and from region to region Check with your local Fire Department for current requirements in your area It is recommended AC or AC DC units be interconnected for added protection BATTERY OPERATED AND WIRELESS HARDWIRED BEDROOM HALL BEDROOM Ca amp CO ALARMS T BOTH OR l SMOKE CO ALARMS re e ONELINK ENABLED l FINISHED BASEMENT REUSS ALARM HARDWIRED INTERCONNECTED BEDROOM AC OR AC DC ALARMS KEY SMOKE ALARMS BEDROOM oe BEDROOM F 4 W Q KITCHEN LIVING ROOM iS MULTI STORY RESIDENCE WIRELESS INTERCONNECTED ALARMS KITCHEN DINING KITCHEN DINING BED ROOM ROOM ROOM E v 0e 1 STORY RESIDENCE AGENCY PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS NFPA 72 National Fire Code Chapter 11 For your information the National Fire Protection Association s Standard 72 reads as follows 11 5 1 O
3. amp Hold Test Button Highest carbon monoxide level was ___ ppm Please see manual To clear highest carbon monoxide level press and hold test button now 2 Press amp Hold Test Button if you Highest carbon monoxide level would like to clear the highest cleared level sensed If you would like to keep the highest level in memory do not press anything Alarm will say nothing TO UNLOCK THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT 1 Remove the Alarm from the mounting bracket If the unit is locked to the bracket see the section To Unlock the Mounting Bracket Insert a flathead screwdriver under the head of the locking pin and gently pry it out of the battery compartment lock If you plan to relock the battery compartment save the locking pin To relock the battery compartment close the battery door and reinsert locking pin in lock Reattach the Alarm to the mounting bracket IMPORTANT When replacing the batteries always test the Alarm before relocking the battery compartment TO UNLOCK THE MOUNTING BRACKET 1 Insert a flathead screwdriver into the rectangular cut out on the mounting bracket nearest to the locking pin Pry the Alarm away from the bracket by pushing up on the screwdriver and turning the Alarm counterclockwise left at the same time IF THE SMOKE ALARM SOUNDS RESPONDING TO AN ALARM A WARNING If the unit alarms and you are not testing the unit it is warning you o
4. are acceptable replacement batteries for this unit Regardless of the manufacturer s suggested battery life you MUST replace the battery immediately once the unit starts chirping the low battery warning To replace the batteries without removing Alarm from the ceiling or wall 1 Open the battery compartment 2 Press tabs A and B as shown inthe NO diagram and remove each battery S 3 Insert the new batteries making sure SS they snap completely into the battery Ss compartment Match the terminals on the ends of the batteries with the terminals on the unit 4 Close the battery compartment and then test the unit by pressing the Test Silence button Zz WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CO WHAT IS CO CO is an invisible odorless tasteless gas produced when fossil fuels do not burn completely or are exposed to heat usually fire Electrical appliances typically do not produce CO These fuels include Wood coal charcoal oil natural gas gasoline kerosene and propane Common appliances are often sources of CO If they are not properly maintained are improperly ventilated or malfunction CO levels can rise quickly CO is a real danger now that homes are more energy efficient Air tight homes with added insulation sealed windows and other weatherproofing can trap CO inside SYMPTOMS OF CO POISONING These symptoms are related to CO POISONING and should be discussed with AL
5. Alarm with most battery powered UPS uninterruptible power supply products or square wave or quasi sine wave inverters will damage the Alarm If you are not sure about your inverter or UPS type please consult with the manufacturer to verify Smoke Alarms for the hearing impaired Special purpose Smoke Alarms should be installed for the hearing impaired They include a visual alarm and an audible alarm horn and meet the requirements of the Americans With Disabilities Act Can be interconnected so if one unit senses smoke all units alarm Smoke alarms are not to be used with detector guards unless the combination has been evaluated and found suitable for that purpose All these Smoke Alarms are designed to provide early warning of fires if located installed and cared for as described in the user s manual and if smoke reaches the Alarm If you are unsure which type of Smoke Alarm to install refer the National Fire Protection Association NFPA Standard 72 National Fire Alarm Code and NFPA 101 Life Safety Code National Fire Protection Association One Batterymarch Park Quincy MA 02269 9101 Local building codes may also require specific units in new construction or in different areas of the home SPECIAL COMPLIANCE CONSIDERATIONS AWARNING This unit alone is not a suitable substitute for complete fire detection systems in places housing many people like apartment buildings condominiums hotels motels dormitories hosp
6. a few of the factors that can make it difficult to locate sources of CO e House well ventilated before the investigator arrives e Problem caused by backdrafting e Transient CO problem caused by special circumstances Because CO may dissipate by the time an investigator arrives it may be difficult to locate the source of CO BRK Brands Inc shall not be obligated to pay for any carbon monoxide investigation or service call POTENTIAL SOURCES OF CO IN THE HOME Fuel burning appliances like portable heater gas or wood burning fireplace gas kitchen range or cooktop gas clothes dryer Damaged or insufficient venting corroded or disconnected water heater vent pipe leaking chimney pipe or flue or cracked heat exchanger blocked or clogged chimney opening Improper use of appliance device operating a barbecue grill or vehicle in an enclosed area like a garage or screened porch Transient CO Problems transient or on again off again CO problems can be caused by outdoor conditions and other special circumstances The following conditions can result in transient CO situations 1 Excessive spillage or reverse venting of fuel appliances caused by outdoor conditions such as e Wind direction and or velocity including high gusty winds Heavy air in the vent pipes cold humid air with extended periods between cycles e Negative pressure differential resulting from the use of exhaust fans e Several appliances
7. additional Smoke CO Alarm at least 15 feet 4 6 meters away from the furnace or fuel burning heat source where possible In smaller homes or in manufactured homes where this distance cannot be maintained install the Alarm as far away as possible from the furnace or other fuel burning source Installing the Alarm closer than 15 feet 4 6 meters will not harm the Alarm but may increase the frequency of unwanted alarms In general install combination Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarms e In the hall near every sleeping area If your home has multiple sleeping areas install a unit in each If a hall is more than 40 feet 12 meters long install a unit at each end e On every level of your home including finished attics and basements e Inside every bedroom especially if people sleep with the door partly or completely closed e At the top of first to second floor stairs e At the bottom of the basement stairs e For additional coverage install Alarms in all rooms halls and storage areas where temperatures normally remain between 40 F and 100 F 4 C and 38 O SUGGESTED AREAS FOR INSTALLING SMOKE ALARMS CO ALARMS AND COMBO UNITS KEY smoke alarms e SMOKE ALARM WITH SILENCE FEATURE BEDROOM co ALarms BOTH OR COMBINATION SMOKE CO ALARMS Suggested locations are based on NFPA recommendations NFPA 72 for Smoke Alarms and NFPA 720 for Carbon Monoxide Alarms Always refer to national and local codes
8. before beginning any installation ee BASEMENT In new construction AC and AC DC smoke alarms MUST be interconnected to meet NFPA recommendations Recommended Placement e When installing on the wall the top edge of Smoke Alarms should be placed between 4 inches 102 mm and 12 inches 305 mm from the wall ceiling line e When installing on the ceiling place the Alarm as close to the center as possible e In either case install at least 4 inches 102 mm from where the wall and ceiling meet See Avoiding Dead Air Spaces for more information NOTE For any location make sure no door or other obstruction could keep carbon monoxide or smoke from reaching the Alarm Installing Smoke CO Alarms in Mobile Homes For minimum security install one Smoke CO Alarm as close to each sleeping area as possible For more security put one unit in each room Many older mobile homes especially those built before 1978 have little or no insulation If your mobile home is not well insulated or if you are unsure of the amount of insulation it is important to install units on inside walls only WHERE THIS ALARM SHOULD NOT BE INSTALLED Do NOT locate this Smoke CO Alarm e In garages furnace rooms crawl spaces and unfinished attics Avoid extremely dusty dirty or greasy areas e Where combustion particles are produced Combustion particles form when something burns Areas to avoid include poorly venti
9. can clog the openings to the sensing chamber e Less than 12 inches 305 mm away from fluorescent lights Electrical noise can interfere with the sensor e In dead air spaces See Avoiding Dead Air Spaces AVOIDING DEAD AIR SPACES Dead air spaces may prevent smoke from reaching the Smoke CO Alarm To avoid dead air spaces follow installation recommendations below On ceilings install Smoke CO Alarms as close to the center of the ceiling as possible If this is not possible install the Smoke CO Alarm at least 4 inches 102 mm from the wall or corner For wall mounting if allowed by building codes the top edge of Smoke CO Alarms should be placed between 4 inches 102 mm and 12 inches 805 mm from the wall ceiling line below typical dead air spaces On a peaked gabled or cathedral ceiling install first Smoke CO Alarm within 3 feet 0 9 meters of the peak of the ceiling measured horizontally Additional Smoke CO Alarms may be required depending on the length angle etc of the ceiling s slope Refer to NFPA 72 for details on requirements for sloped or peaked ceilings HOW TO INSTALL THIS ALARM For quick installation instructions see the Quick and Easy Guide to Programming Your ONELINK Alarm and Using the Optional Features IMPORTANT This combination Smoke CO Alarm was designed to be mounted on the ceiling or wall It is not a tabletop device You must install this device on the
10. in industrial applications where Occupational Safety and Health Administration OSHA requirements for Carbon Monoxide Alarms must be met The Smoke Alarm portion of this device is not intended to alert hearing impaired residents Special purpose Smoke Alarms should be installed for hearing impaired residents CO Alarms are not yet available for the hearing impaired Smoke CO Alarms may not waken all individuals Practice the escape plan at least twice a year making sure that everyone is involved from kids to grandparents Allow children to master fire escape planning and practice before holding a fire drill at night when they are sleeping If children or others do not readily waken to the sound of the Smoke CO Alarm or if there are infants or family members with mobility limitations make sure that someone is assigned to assist them in fire drill and in the event of an emergency It is recommended that you hold a fire drill while family members are sleeping in order to determine their response to the sound of the Smoke CO Alarm while sleeping and to determine whether they may need assistance in the event of an emergency Smoke CO Alarms cannot work without power Battery operated units cannot work if the batteries are missing disconnected or dead if the wrong type of batteries are used or if the batteries are not installed correctly AC units cannot work if the AC power is cut off for any reason open fuse or circuit breaker failure alo
11. which are molded into the mounting bracket Depending on which locking features you use remove one or both pins from the mounting bracket using needle nose pliers IMPORTANT To permanently remove either locking pin insert a flathead screwdriver between the locking pin and the lock and pry the pin out of the lock TO LOCK THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT Do not lock the battery compartment until you install the batteries and test the Smoke CO Alarm 1 Install the batteries before attaching the Alarm to the bracket Insert the two 2 AA batteries included into the battery compartment Match the terminals on the end of the battery with the terminals on the unit Match to and e to saa If the batteries are not fully inserted the unit cannot receive battery power 2 Push and hold test button until the alarm sounds IMPORTANT If the unit does not alarm during testing DO NOT lock the battery compartment Install new batteries and test again If the unit still does not alarm replace it immediately 3 Using needle nose pliers detach one locking pin from the mounting bracket 4 Push the locking pin through the hole near the battery door latch on the back of the Smoke CO Alarm TO UNLOCK THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT 1 Remove the Smoke CO Alarm from the mounting bracket If the unit is locked to the bracket see the section To Unlock the Mounting Bracket 2 Insert a flathead sc
12. with the ceiling or wall 5 Line the mounting bracket up over the plastic screw anchors 6 Screw the mounting bracket to the ceiling or wall through the mounting slots using the two screws provided 7 Attach the Smoke CO Alarm to the mounting bracket Line up the guides on the alarm s base with the guides on the mounting bracket When guides are lined up turn the base clockwise right until it snaps into place NOTE Once the Alarm is snapped onto the mounting bracket you can rotate the Alarm to adjust the alignment 8 Test the Smoke CO Alarm See Weekly Testing for details OPTIONAL LOCKING FEATURES The optional locking features are designed to prevent unauthorized removal of the batteries or alarm It is not necessary to activate the locks in single family households where unauthorized battery or Alarm removal is not a concern These Alarms have two separate locking features one to lock the battery compartment and the other to lock the Alarm to the mounting bracket You can choose to use either feature independently or use them both Tools you will need e Needle nose pliers Standard flathead screwdriver Both locking features use locking pins which are molded into the mounting bracket Depending on which locking features you use remove one or both pins from the mounting bracket using needle nose pliers IMPORTANT To permanently remove either locking pin insert a flathead screwdriver between the l
13. you have purchased the hardwired battery back up ONELINK Alarm you can now connect the hardwired Alarm by installing the three wire connector on the ceiling to the Alarm 10 Repeat steps 4 9 for additional ONELINK Alarms You have now successfully linked your new ONELINK Alarms To add additional Alarms at a later time follow steps 4 through 9 IF YOU ARE CHANGING THE BATTERIES Action Alarm Will Say 1 Insert batteries 2 AA batteries Welcome First Alert Carbon Monoxide and Smoke Alarm Location If location already programmed example Kitchen programmed To select location press and hold test button now 2 Press amp Hold Test Button if you would To change location press and hold test like to change the location button after location is heard Alarm will speak list of locations see below 3 After you hear the location of where you are placing the Alarm Press amp Hold the Test Button Location example Kitchen location saved If no location is chosen No location saved Your Alarm has now been programmed for the location of your choice Available locations Basement Kitchen Child s Bedroom Living Room Dining Room Master Bedroom Family Room No Location Guest Bedroom Office Hallway Utility Room USING THE SILENCE FEATURES A WARNING Never remove the batteries to quiet an unwanted alarm Removing the batteries disables the alarm and removes your protec
14. Consumer Affairs 800 323 9005 e www firstalert com QUICK INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1 Insert two 2 AA batteries into the battery drawer of the first Alarm and close the drawer 2 The Alarm will sound with a chirp 3 You will now be prompted to set the Alarm s location Follow the direction given by the Alarm Available locations Basement Kitchen Child s Bedroom Living Room Dining Room Master Bedroom Family Room No Location Guest Bedroom Office Hallway Utility Room Your Alarm has now been programmed for the location of your choice NOTE Steps 4 through 6 need to be completed within two minutes If more than two minutes pass the Green power LED will stop blinking Simply open the battery drawer of the second Alarm and repeat steps 4 through 6 4 Insert the batteries into the battery drawer of the next Alarm DO NOT CLOSE THE DRAWER 5 Press and hold the test button and then close the battery drawer 6 Once you hear the unit chirp release the test button The Green power LED will start to blink indicating the ONELINK Alarm is waiting for program data from one of the other setup ONELINK Alarms 7 Press and hold the test button on the first Alarm until the second Alarm chirps and its Green power LED stops blinking Then release the test button 8 If you purchased the Talking Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm you will now be prompted to set the Alarm s location Follow the directions given by the Alarm 9 If
15. FEATURES A WARNING Never remove the batteries to quiet an unwanted alarm Removing the batteries disables the alarm and removes your protection The Silence Feature is intended to temporarily silence the horn while you identify and correct the problem Do not use the Silence Feature in emergency situations It will not correct a CO problem or extinguish a fire The Silence Feature can temporarily quiet an unwanted alarm for several minutes You can silence this Smoke CO Alarm by pressing the Test Silence button on the alarm cover for at least 3 5 seconds After the Test Silence button is released the Red LED blinks during the silence mode When the CO Alarm is Silenced When the Smoke Alarm is Silenced The CO Alarm will remain silent for up to 4 minutes The Smoke Alarm will remain silent for up to 15 minutes then return to normal operation After 4 minutes if CO levels remain potentially dangerous the horn will start sounding again If the smoke has not cleared or continues to increase the device will go back into alarm SILENCING THE LOW BATTERY WARNING This silence feature can temporarily quiet the low battery warning chirp for up to 8 hours You can silence the low battery warning chirp by pressing the Test Silence button on the alarm cover Once the low battery warning chirp silence feature is activated the unit continues to flash the Green light twice a minute for 8 hours After 8 hour
16. L household members Mild Exposure Slight headache nausea vomiting fatigue flu like symptoms Medium Exposure Throbbing headache drowsiness confusion fast heart rate Extreme Exposure Convulsions unconsciousness heart and lung failure Exposure to Carbon Monoxide can cause brain damage death IMPORTANT This CO Alarm measures exposure to CO over time It alarms if CO levels are extremely high in a short period of time or if CO levels reach a certain minimum over a long period of time The CO Alarm generally sounds an alarm before the onset of symptoms in average healthy adults Why is this important Because you need to be warned of a potential CO problem while you can still react in time In many reported cases of CO exposure victims may be aware that they are not feeling well but become disoriented and can no longer react well enough to exit the building or get help Also young children and pets may be the first affected The average healthy adult might not feel any symptoms when the CO Alarm sounds However people with cardiac or respiratory problems infants unborn babies pregnant mothers or elderly people can be more quickly and severely affected by CO If you experience even mild symptoms of CO poisoning consult your doctor immediately FINDING THE SOURCE OF CO AFTER AN ALARM Carbon monoxide is an odorless invisible gas which often makes it difficult to locate the source of CO after an alarm These are
17. Test 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 or window Do a head count to check that all persons are accounted for Do not re enter the premises or move away from the open door or window until the emergency services responder has arrived the premises have been aired out and your CO Alarm remains in its normal condition 4 After following steps 1 3 if your CO Alarm reactivates within a 24 hour period repeat steps 1 3 and call a qualified appliance tech nician to investigate for sources of CO from fuel burning equipment and appliances and inspect for proper operation of this equipment If problems are identified during this inspection have the equipment serviced immediately Note any combustion equipment not inspected by the technician and consult the manufacturers instructions or contact the manufacturers directly for more information about CO safety and this equipment Make sure that motor vehicles are not and have not been operating in an attached garage or adjacent to the residence Write down the number of a qualified appliance technician here AFTER AN ALARM After the emergency responders arrive the premises aired out and your CO Alarm remains in its normal condition you can check what the highest carbon monoxide level sensed was Action Alarm Will Say 1 Press
18. This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation FCC ID M7U5001L A CAUTION Changes or modifications not expressly approved by BRK Brands Inc could void the user s authority to operate the equipment 1 IMPORTANT PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND SAVE This user s manual contains important information about your Combination Carbon Monoxide amp Smoke Alarm s operation If you are installing this Alarm for use by others you must leave this manual or a copy of it with the end user FIRE SAFETY TIPS Follow safety rules and prevent hazardous situations 1 Use smoking materials properly Never smoke in bed 2 Keep matches or lighters away from children 3 Store flammable materials in proper containers 4 Keep electrical appliances in good condition and don t overload electrical circuits 5 Keep stoves barbecue grills fireplaces and chimneys grease and debris free 6 Never leave anything cooking on the stove unattended 7 Keep portable heaters and open flames like candles away from flammable materials 8 Don t let rubbish accumulate Keep alarms clean and test them weekly Replace alarms immediately if they are not working properly Smoke Alarms that do not work cannot alert you to a fire Keep at least one working fire extinguisher on every floor and an additional one in the kitchen Have f
19. USER S MANUAL First Alert ONELINK TALKING COMBINATION SMOKE CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM WITH PROGRAMMABLE LOCATION Features e Separate sensors to detect smoke and CO the two alarm sensors work independently Voice with programmable location Separate audible and visual signals to indicate alarm levels of smoke or CO Wireless interconnect Powered by two AA batteries Side access drawer for easy battery replacement NTERTE Printed in Mexico C otaonasi M08 0146 004 J1 US 03 07 Model SCO500 LISTED INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing First Alert for your Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm needs You have purchased a state of the art Smoke amp Carbon Monoxide Alarm designed to provide you with early warning of a smoke and or Carbon Monoxide danger Key features include Smoke amp Carbon Monoxide Combination Alarm One alarm protects against two deadly household threats ONELINK Enabled Alarm automatically communicates with other ONELINK enabled alarms when installed Exclusive Voice Warning with Location will tell you the preprogrammed location of the initiating unit and danger detected Programmable up to 11 locations ex basement When alarms sounds if programmed for basement it will say Warning evacuate smoke in basement along with all other installed ONELINK Voice alarms Spread Spectrum Horn Tone Lower and varying horn frequency makes it easier for elderly with normal age re
20. Units under warranty should be returned to manufacturer for replacement See Limited Warranty for details Move Alarms to different locations Add an additional Alarm between the unresponsive Alarms to route the signal around obstructions IF YOU ARE FEELING SYMPTOMS OF CO POISONING EVACUATE your home and call 911 or the Fire Department Refer to If The CO Alarm Sounds for details Relocate your Alarm If frequent alarms continue have home rechecked for potential CO problems You may be experiencing an intermittent CO problem Silence Alarm using manual button clean the Alarm s cover with a soft clean cloth If frequent unwanted alarms continue relocate your Alarm Alarm may be too close to a kitchen cooking appliance or steamy bathroom If you have questions that cannot be answered by reading this manual call Consumer Affairs at 1 800 323 9005 M F 7 30 a m to 5 00 p m CST LIMITED WARRANTY BRK Brands Inc BRK the maker of First Alert brand products warrants that for a period of five years from the date of purchase this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship BRK at its option will repair or replace this product or any component of the product found to be defective during the warranty period Replacement will be made with a new or remanufactured product or component If the product is no longer available replace ment may be made with a similar product of equal or greater value Thi
21. ars This Smoke CO Alarm is not foolproof Like all other electronic devices this Smoke CO Alarm has limitations It can only detect smoke or CO that reaches the sensors It may not give early warning of the source of smoke or CO is in a remote part of the home away from the alarm device TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE If the Alarm Horn chirps about once per minute Low battery warning Voice Replace battery in Location every 5 hours Horn does three rapid chirps every minute Voice Detector error in Location example Kitchen please see manual repeated every 5 hours LED has 3 rapid flashes with chirps The Alarms are linked but do not communicate with each other Carbon Monoxide Alarm ONLY CO Alarm goes back into alarm 4 minutes after you Silence it situation CO Alarm sounds frequently even though no high levels of CO are revealed in an investigation Smoke Alarm ONLY Smoke Alarm sounds when no smoke is visible For a list of acceptable replacement batteries see Regular Maintenance MALFUNCTION SIGNAL Device is not working properly and needs to be replaced Possible interference Reference the Wireless Operation section of this manual CO levels indicate a potentially dangerous The CO Alarm may be improperly located Refer to Where to Install This Alarm for details Unwanted alarm may be caused by non emergency source like cooking smoke Install two new AA batteries
22. ceiling or wall as outlined below Read Where To Install This Alarm before starting PARTS OF THIS SMOKE CO ALARM 1 Test Silence Button 2 Battery Compartment 3 Power Smoke Alarm LED 4 CO Alarm LED Tools you will need pencil drill with 3 16 or 5mm drill bit Phillips screwdriver hammer A CAUTION e Do not install this unit over an electrical junction box Air currents around junction boxes can prevent smoke from reaching the sensing chamber and prevent the unit from alarming Only AC powered units are intended for installation over junction boxes IMPORTANT If you want to lock the battery compartment or lock the Smoke CO Alarm to the mounting bracket please read the Optional Locking Features section in the Quick and Easy Guide to Programming Your ONELINK Alarm and Using the Optional Features attachment before you begin installation 1 Hold the mounting bracket against the ceiling or wall so the vertical mounting slot is aligned in the 12 o clock position and trace around the inside of the mounting slots vertical and horizontal mounting 2 Put the unit where it won t get covered with dust when you drill the mounting holes 3 Using a 3 16 5 mm drill bit drill a hole through the center of the oval outlines you traced 4 Insert the plastic screw anchors in the plastic bag with screws into the holes Tap the screw anchors gently with a hammer if necessary until they are flush
23. dangers of Carbon Monoxide exposure This CO Alarm monitors the air at the Alarm and is designed to alarm before CO levels become life threatening This allows you precious time to leave the house and correct the problem This is only possible if Alarms are located installed and maintained as described in this manual Gas Detection at Typical Temperature and Humidity Ranges The CO Alarm is not formulated to detect CO levels below 30 ppm typically UL tested for false alarm resistance to Methane 500 ppm Butane 300 ppm Heptane 500 ppm Ethyl Acetate 200 ppm Isopropyl Alcohol 200 ppm and Carbon Dioxide 5000 ppm Values measure gas and vapor concentrations in parts per million Audible Alarm 85 dB minimum at 10 feet 3 meters REGULATORY INFORMATION FOR SMOKE ALARMS RECOMMENDED LOCATIONS FOR SMOKE ALARMS Installing Smoke Alarms in Single Family Residences The National Fire Protection Association NFPA recommends one Smoke Alarm on every floor in every sleeping area and in every bedroom In new construction the Smoke Alarms must be AC powered and interconnected See Agency Placement Recommendations for details For additional coverage it is recommended that you install a Smoke Alarm in all rooms halls storage areas finished attics and basements where temperatures normally remain between 40 F 4 C and 100 F 38 C Make sure no door or other obstruction could keep smoke from reaching the Smoke Alarms
24. e Alarm location saved No location saved Your Alarm has now been programmed for the location of your choice Available locations Basement Kitchen Child s Bedroom Living Room Dining Room Master Bedroom Family Room No Location Guest Bedroom Office Hallway Utility Room ADDING AND LINKING ADDITIONAL ONELINK ALARMS NOTE Steps 1 through 3 need to be completed within two minutes If more than two minutes pass the Green power LED will stop blinking Simply open the battery drawer of the second Alarm and repeat steps 1 through 3 1 Insert the batteries into the battery drawer of the next Alarm DO NOT CLOSE THE DRAWER 2 Press and hold the test button and then close the battery drawer 3 Once you hear the unit chirp release the test button The Green power LED will start to blink indicating the ONELINK Alarm is waiting for program data from one of the other setup ONELINK Alarms 4 Press and hold the test button on the first Alarm until the second Alarm chirps and its Green power LED stops blinking Then release the test button 5 If you have purchased the hardwired battery back up ONELINK Alarm you can now connect the hardwired Alarm by installing the three wire connector on the ceiling to the Alarm 6 Repeat steps 1 5 for additional ONELINK Alarms You have now successfully linked your new ONELINK Alarms To add additional Alarms at a later time follow steps 1 through 5
25. ed drugs or has been drinking alcoholic beverages This is especially true if the door is closed or only partly open Even persons who are awake may not hear the alarm horn if the sound is blocked by distance or closed doors Noise from traffic stereo radio television air conditioner or other appliances may also prevent alert persons from hearing the alarm horn This Smoke CO Alarm is not intended for people who are hearing impaired The Alarm may not have time to alarm before the fire itself causes damage injury or death since smoke from some fires may not reach the unit immediately Examples of this include persons smoking in bed children playing with matches or fires caused by violent explosions resulting from escaping gas This Smoke CO Alarm is not a substitute for life insurance Though this Smoke CO Alarm warns against increasing CO levels or the presence of smoke BRK Brands Inc does not warrant or imply in any way that they will protect lives Homeowners and renters must still insure their lives This Smoke CO Alarm has a limited life Although this Smoke CO Alarm and all of its parts have passed many stringent tests and are designed to be as reliable as possible any of these parts could fail at any time Therefore you must test this device weekly The unit should be replaced immediately if it is not operating properly All Smoke CO Alarms need to be replaced every 5 years All Smoke Alarms need to be replaced every 10 ye
26. er time in minutes UL2034 Required Alarm Points e lf the alarm is exposed to 400 ppm of CO IT MUST ALARM BETWEEN 4 and 15 MINUTES e lf the alarm is exposed to 150 ppm of CO IT MUST ALARM BETWEEN 10 and 50 MINUTES e lf the alarm is exposed to 70 ppm if CO IT MUST ALARM BETWEEN 60 and 240 MINUTES Approximately 10 COHb exposure at levels of 10 to 95 Relative Humidity RH The unit is designed not to alarm when exposed to a constant level of 30 ppm for 30 days IMPORTANT CO Alarms are designed to alarm before there is an immediate life threat Since you cannot see or smell CO never assume it s not present e An exposure to 100 ppm of CO for 20 minutes may not affect average healthy adults but after 4 hours the same level may cause headaches e An exposure to 400 ppm of CO may cause headaches in average healthy adults after 35 minutes but can cause death after 2 hours Standards Underwriters Laboratories Inc Single and Multiple Station carbon monoxide alarms UL2034 According to Underwriters Laboratories Inc UL2034 Section 1 1 2 Carbon monoxide alarms covered by these requirements are intended to respond to the presence of carbon monoxide from sources such as but not limited to exhaust from internal combustion engines abnormal operation of fuel fired appliances and fireplaces CO Alarms are intended to alarm at carbon monoxide levels below those that could cause a loss of ability to react to the
27. es and HVAC companies offer appliance inspections for a nominal fee e Make regular visual inspections of all fuel burning appliances Check appliances for excessive rust and scaling Also check the flame on the burner and pilot lights The flame should be blue A yellow flame means fuel is not being burned completely and CO may be present Keep the blower door on the 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 on screen porches e 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 e Check the house or garage on the other side of shared wall e Keep windows and doors open slightly If you suspect that CO is escaping into your home open a window or a door Opening windows and doors can significantly decrease CO levels In addition familiarize yourself with all enclosed materials Read this manual in its entirety and make sure you understand what to do if your CO Alarm sounds REGULATORY INFORMATION FOR SMOKE CO ALARMS REGULATORY INFORMATION FOR CO ALARMS WHAT LEVELS OF CO CAUSE AN ALARM Underwriters Laboratories Inc Standard UL2034 requires residential CO Alarms to sound when exposed to levels of CO and exposure times as described below They are measured in parts per million ppm of CO ov
28. f a potentially dangerous situation that requires your immediate attention NEVER ignore any alarm Ignoring the alarm may result in injury or death e Never remove the batteries from a battery operated Smoke CO Alarm to stop an unwanted alarm caused by cooking smoke etc Removing batteries disables the alarm so it cannot sense smoke and removes your protection Instead open a window or fan the smoke away from the unit The alarm will reset auto matically e If the unit alarms get everyone out of the house immediately WHAT TO DO IN CASE OF FIRE e Don t panic stay calm Follow your family escape plan e Get out of the house as quickly as possible Don t stop to get dressed or collect anything e Feel doors with the back of your hand before opening them If a door is cool open it slowly Don t open a hot door Keep doors and windows closed unless you must escape through them e Cover your nose and mouth with a cloth preferably damp Take short shallow breaths e Meet at your planned meeting place outside your home and do a head count to make sure everybody got out safely e Call the Fire Department as soon as possible from outside Give your address then your name e Never go back inside a burning building for any reason e Contact your Fire Department for ideas on making your home safer AWARNING Alarms have various limitations See General Limitations of Smoke CO Alarms for details USING THE SILENCE
29. f any kind to test this unit You might accidentally damage or set fire to the unit or to your home The built in test switch accurately tests the unit s operation as required by Underwriters Laboratories Inc UL NEVER use vehicle exhaust Exhaust may cause permanent damage and voids your warranty e DO NOT stand close to the Alarm when the horn is sounding Exposure at close range may be harmful to your hearing When testing step away when horn starts sounding ACAUTION It is important to test this unit every week to make sure it is working properly Using the test button is the recommended way to test this Smoke CO Alarm You can test this Smoke CO Alarm by pressing and holding the Test Silence button on the Alarm cover until Alarm Voice says Testing typically 3 5 seconds During testing you will see and hear the following sequence e The Alarm Voice will say Testing The Horn will sound 3 beeps pause 3 beeps The Alarm Voice will say Warning evacuate smoke in Location example Kitchen Evacuate The Power Smoke LED flashes Red and the CO LED will be Off e Next the Horn will sound 4 beeps pause 4 beeps The Alarm Voice will say Warning evacuate carbon monoxide in Location example Kitchen Evacuate The Power Smoke LED will be Off and the CO LED flashes Red If the unit does not alarm make sure the batteries are correctly installed and test again If the unit still does no
30. ire escape ladders or other reliable means of escape from an upper floor in case stairs are blocked BASIC SAFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT e Dangers Warnings and Cautions alert you to important operating instructions or to potentially hazardous situations Pay special attention to these items e This Smoke CO Alarm is approved for use in single family residences A CAUTION e This combination Smoke Carbon Monoxide Alarm has two separate alarms The CO Alarm is not designed to detect fire or any other gas It will only indicate the presence of carbon monoxide gas at the sensor Carbon monoxide gas may be present in other areas The Smoke Alarm will only indicate the presence of smoke that reaches the sensor The Smoke Alarm is not designed to sense gas heat or flames A WARNING e This Smoke CO Alarm cannot operate without working batteries Removing the batteries for any reason or failing to replace the batteries at the end of their service life removes your protection e NEVER ignore any alarm See If Your Smoke CO Alarm Sounds for more information on how to respond to an alarm Failure to respond can result in injury or death e The Silence Features are for your convenience only and will not correct a problem See Using the Silence Features for details Always check your home for a potential problem after any alarm Failure to do so can result in injury or death e Test this Smoke CO Alarm once a week If the Alar
31. itals long term health care facilities nursing homes day care facilities or group homes of any kind even if they were once single family homes It is not a suitable substitute for complete fire detection systems in warehouses industrial facilities commercial buildings and special purpose non residential buildings which require special fire detection and alarm systems Depending on the building codes in your area this unit may be used to provide additional protection in these facilities The following information applies to all five types of buildings listed below In new construction most building codes require the use of AC or AC DC powered Smoke Alarms only AC AC DC or DC powered Smoke Alarms can be used in existing construction as specified by local building codes Refer to NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm Code and NFPA 101 Life Safety Code local building codes or consult your Fire Department for detailed fire protection requirements in buildings not defined as households 1 Single Family Residence Single family home townhouse It is recommended this unit be installed on every level of the home in every bedroom and in each bedroom hallway 2 Multi Family or Mixed Occupant Residence Apartment building condominium This unit is suitable for use in individual apartments or condos provided a primary fire detection system already exists to meet fire detection requirements in common areas like lobbies hallways
32. lated kitchens garages and furnace rooms Keep units at least 20 feet 6 meters from the sources of combustion particles stove furnace water heater space heater if possible In areas where a 20 foot 6 meter distance is not possible in modular mobile or smaller homes for example it is recommended the Smoke Alarm be placed as far from these fuel burning sources as possible The placement recommendations are intended to keep these Alarms at a reasonable distance from a fuel burning source and thus reduce unwanted alarms Unwanted alarms can occur if a Smoke Alarm is placed directly next to a fuel burning source Ventilate these areas as much as possible e Within 5 feet 1 5 meters of any cooking appliance In air streams near kitchens Air currents can draw cooking smoke into the smoke sensor and cause unwanted alarms e In extremely humid areas This Alarm should be at least 10 feet 3 meters from a shower sauna humidifier vaporizer dishwasher laundry room utility room or other source of high humidity e In direct sunlight e In turbulent air like near ceiling fans or open windows Blowing air may prevent CO or smoke from reaching the sensors e In areas where temperature is colder than 40 F C or hotter than 100 F 38 C These areas include non airconditioned crawl spaces unfinished attics uninsulated or poorly insulated ceilings porches and garages e In insect infested areas Insects
33. lated hearing loss to hear horn Sweeps through the 2200 3400 Hz range RF Interconnect Reliable and secure radio frequency communication between alarms 915 MHz frequency with 65 000 security codes and 3 channel frequency hopping Single Button Test Silence eliminates confusion Depending on what mode the alarm is in pushing the button provides different functions such as testing the alarm silencing the alarm re testing the alarm when in silence and clearing the Latching features Two Silence Features Temporarily silence low battery chirp for up to eight hours before replacing low battery or silence an unwanted alarm for several minutes Two Latching Features Alarm Latch Easily identifies initiating alarm even after alarm condition has subsided Low Battery Latch Identifies which unit is in low battery condition Perfect Mount System includes a gasketless base for easy installation and a mounting bracket that keeps the alarm secure over a wide rotation range to allow for perfect alignment 6 Year End of Life Timer Every 24 hours of operation a counter stored in memory is updated When the count equals 6 years of true operation meaning actually powered up a malfunction chirp triple chirp will sound once a minute at the time of the 45 second Power LED flash 2007 BRK Brands Inc a subsidiary of Jarden Corporation 3901 Liberty Street Road Aurora IL 60504 8122 All rights reserved Consumer Affairs 800 323 9005 e
34. m ever fails to test correctly have it replaced immediately If the Alarm is not working properly it cannot alert you to a problem e This product is intended for use in ordinary indoor locations of family living units It is not designed to measure CO levels in compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration OSHA commercial or industrial standards Individuals with medical conditions that may make them more sensitive to carbon monoxide may consider using warning devices which provide audible and visual signals for carbon monoxide concentrations under 30 ppm For additional information on carbon monoxide and your medical condition contact your physician STEP BY STEP GUIDE TO PROGRAMMING THIS ALARM FOR FIRST TIME AND WHEN CHANGING BATTERIES Action Alarm Will Say 1 Insert batteries 2 AA batteries Welcome First Alert Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm No location programmed if first time or Location example Basement location programmed when changing batteries To select location press and hold test button now 2 Press amp Hold Test Button if To save location press and hold you would like to program the test button after location is heard location or change the location Alarm will speak list of locations of the Alarm Release button see below after Alarm responds 3 After you hear the location of Location example Basement where you are placing th
35. ne and Two Family Dwelling Units 11 5 11 Smoke Detection Where required by applicable laws codes or standards for the specified occupancy approved single and multiple station Smoke Alarms shall be installed as follows 1 In all sleeping rooms Exception Smoke Alarms shall not be required in sleeping rooms in existing one and two family dwelling units 2 Outside of each sepa rate sleeping area in immediate vicinity of the sleeping rooms 3 On each level of the dwelling unit including basements Exception In existing one and two family dwelling units approved Smoke Alarms powered by batteries are permitted A 11 8 3 Are More Smoke Alarms Desirable The required number of Smoke Alarms might not provide reliable early warning protection for those areas separated by a door from the areas protected by the required Smoke Alarms For this reason it is recommended that the householder consider the use of additional Smoke Alarms for those areas for increased protection The additional areas include the base ment bedrooms dining room furnace room utility room and hallways not protected by the required Smoke Alarms The installation of Smoke Alarms in kitchens attics finished or unfinished or garages is not normally recommended as these locations occasionally experience conditions that can result in improper operation California State Fire Marshal CSFM Early warning detection is best achieved by the installa
36. ng a power line or at a power station electrical fire that burns the electrical wires etc If you are concerned about the limitations of battery or AC power install both types of units This Smoke CO Alarm will not sense smoke or CO that does not reach the sensors It will only sense smoke or CO at the sensor Smoke or CO may be present in other areas Doors or other obstructions may affect the rate at which CO or smoke reaches the sensors If bed room doors are usually closed at night we recommend you install an alarm device Combination CO and Smoke Alarm or separate CO Alarms and Smoke Alarms in each bedroom and in the hallway between them This Smoke CO Alarm may not sense smoke or CO on another level of the home Example This alarm device installed on the second floor may not sense smoke or CO in the basement For this reason one alarm device may not give adequate early warning Recommended minimum protection is one alarm device in every sleeping area every bedroom and on every level of your home Some experts recommend battery powered Smoke and CO Alarms be used in conjunction with interconnected AC powered Smoke Alarms For details see About Smoke Alarms for details Smoke CO Alarms may not be heard The alarm horn loudness meets or exceeds current UL standards of 85 dB at 10 feet 3 meters However if the Smoke CO Alarm is installed outside the bedroom it may not wake up a sound sleeper or one who has recently us
37. o have other rights that vary from state to state or province to province How to Obtain Warranty Service Service If service is required do not return the product to your retailer In order to obtain warranty service contact the Consumer Affairs Division at 1 800 323 9005 7 30 AM 5 00 PM Central Standard Time Monday through Friday To assist us in serving you please have the model number and date of purchase available when calling For Warranty Service return to BRK Brands Inc 25 Spur Drive El Paso TX 79906 Battery BRK Brands Inc make no warranty express or implied written or oral including that of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose with respect to battery For your records please record Date Purchased NOTE End of Life Signal Once the unit reaches the end of its lifecycle the MALFUNCTION SIGNAL will sound once a minute to indicate the need to immediately replace the Alarm 11 First Alert is a registered trademark of the First Alert Trust used under license ONELINK is a registered trademark of BRK Brands Inc Printed in Mexico M08 0146 004 J1 03 07 12 ONEL INK All Alarms Respond as One First Alert QUICK AND EASY GUIDE TO PROGRAMMING YOUR ONELINK ALARM AND USING THE OPTIONAL FEATURES M08 0147 000 O 04 05 MODEL SCO500 Printed in Mexico All Rights Reserved 2005 BRK Brands Inc BRK Brands Inc 3901 Liberty Street Road Aurora IL 60504 8122
38. ocking pin and the lock and pry the pin out of the lock TO LOCK THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT Do not lock the battery compartment until you install the batteries and test the Alarm IMPORTANT If the unit does not alarm during testing DO NOT lock the battery compartment Install new batteries and test again If the Alarm still does not alarm replace it immediately 1 Using needle nose pliers detach one locking pin from the mounting bracket After batteries are inserted then push the locking pin through the hole near the battery door latch on the back of the Alarm Using needle nose pliers detach one locking pin from the mounting bracket Insert the locking pin through the hole on the back of the Alarm as shown in the diagram 3 When you attach the Alarm to the mounting bracket the locking pin s head will fit into a notch on the bracket IF YOUR SMOKE CO ALARM SOUNDS WHAT TO DO FIRST IDENTIFY THE TYPE OF ALARM SIGNAL Refer to previous section What You Will See and Hear With This Alarm IF THE CO ALARM SOUNDS ALARM MOVE TO FRESH AIR If you hear the CO alarm horn and the CO red light is flashing move everyone to a source of fresh air DO NOT remove the batteries A WARNING 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 IF THE CO ALARM SIGNAL SOUNDS 1 Operate the
39. of a home such as the number of floors number size of rooms furniture and types of building materials used may reduce the range of the Alarms Examples include suspended ceilings ductwork large metallic appli ances refrigerators and metal studs A feature of ONELINK Alarms is that they operate as a mesh network All Alarms will repeat any alarm signal that is received to all other ONELINK Alarms Interference from structural conditions can be overcome by adding additional Alarms to route the wireless signal around obstructions IMPORTANT e The range and proper operation of any wireless device will vary depending on its surroundings It is very important that each Alarm is tested individually before and after installation to make sure that all Alarms respond properly e The ONELINK Alarms are not to be used outdoors or to transmit between buildings The Alarms will not communicate properly under these conditions e Metal objects and metallic wallpaper may interfere with signals from wireless Alarms Alarms should be tested after changes to your home such as remodeling moving furniture and with metal doors opened and closed Your First Alert ONELINK Smoke CO Alarm will automatically commu nicate both potential fires and carbon monoxide presence with all other First Alert ONELINK Smoke CO Alarms FCC NOTICE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1
40. or porches Using this unit in common areas may not provide sufficient warning to all residents or meet local fire protection ordinances regulations 3 Institutions Hospitals day care facilities long term health care facilities This unit is suitable for use in individual patient sleeping resident rooms provided a primary fire detection system already exists to meet fire detection requirements in common areas like lobbies hallways or porches Using this unit in common areas may not provide sufficient warning to all residents or meet local fire protection ordinances regulations 4 Hotels and Motels Also boarding houses and dormitories This unit is suitable for use inside individual sleeping resident rooms provided a primary fire detection system already exists to meet fire detection requirements in common areas like lobbies hallways or porches Using this unit in common areas may not provide sufficient warning to all residents or meet local fire protection ordinances regulations 5 Warehouses Commercial Buildings DO NOT use this Smoke CO Alarm in warehouses industrial or commercial buildings special purpose non residential buildings RVs boats or airplanes This Smoke CO Alarm is specifically designed for residential use and may not provide adequate protection in non resi dential applications 10 GENERAL LIMITATIONS OF SMOKE CO ALARMS This Smoke CO Alarm is intended for residential use It is not intended for use
41. rewdriver under the head of the locking pin and gently pry it out of the battery compartment lock If you plan to re lock the battery compartment save the locking pin 3 To relock the battery compartment close the battery door and reinsert locking pin in lock 4 Reattach the Smoke CO Alarm to the mounting bracket IMPORTANT When replacing the batteries always test the Smoke CO Alarm before relocking the battery compartment TO LOCK THE MOUNTING BRACKET 1 Using needle nose pliers detach one locking pin from the mounting bracket 2 Insert the locking pin through the hole on the back of the Smoke CO Alarm as shown in the diagram 3 When you attach the Smoke CO Alarm to the mounting bracket the locking pin s head will fit into a notch on the bracket TO UNLOCK THE MOUNTING BRACKET 1 Insert a flathead screwdriver into the rectangular cut out on the mounting bracket nearest to the locking pin 2 Pry the Smoke CO Alarm away from the bracket by pushing up on the screwdriver and turning the Smoke CO Alarm counterclockwise left at the same time First Alert is a registered trademark of the First Alert Trust 2
42. running at the same time competing for limited fresh 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 range oven fireplace 3 Temperature inversions which can trap exhaust close to the ground 4 Car idling in an open or closed attached garage or near a home These conditions are dangerous because they can trap exhaust in your home Since these conditions can come and go they are also hard to recreate during a CO investigation MULTI STORY RESIDENCE 1 STORY RESIDENCE HOW CAN I PROTECT MY FAMILY FROM CO POISONING A CO Alarm is an excellent means of protection It monitors the air and sounds a loud alarm before Carbon Monoxide levels become threatening for average healthy adults A CO Alarm is not a substitute for proper maintenance of home appliances To help prevent CO problems and reduce the risk of CO poisoning e Clean chimneys and flues yearly Keep them free of debris leaves and nests for proper air flow Also have a professional check for rust and corrosion cracks or separations These conditions can prevent proper air movement and cause back drafting Never cap or cover a chimney in any way that would block air flow e Test and maintain all fuel burning equipment annually Many local gas or oil compani
43. s the low battery chirp will resume Replace the batteries as soon as possible this unit will not operate without battery power To deactivate this feature Press the Test Silence button again The unit will go into Test Mode and the low battery warning will resume LED flashes and unit sounds chirp once a minute LATCHING FEATURES Alarm Latch is activated after an Alarm is exposed to alarm levels of smoke or carbon monoxide After smoke or CO levels drop below alarm levels the Smoke Power LED and or the CO Red LED will begin to flash On for 2 seconds Off for 2 seconds It will continue to flash or latch for about 15 minutes to give you time to determine which unit initiated the alarm Low Battery Latch is activated when the Alarm is in the low battery condition When this occurs the Smoke Power LED flashes Green On for 2 seconds Off for 2 seconds for about 15 minutes This feature is designed to help you identify which Alarm needs to have the battery replaced Although the Alarm will sound the low battery chirp approxi mately once every minute sometimes during the initial stages of low battery the Alarm will chirp in greater intervals than one minute some times up to several hours until the battery reaches a steady low battery level This innovative feature eliminates the frustration of waiting for and or identifying which unit is chirping WEEKLY TESTING AWARNING e NEVER use an open flame o
44. s is your exclusive warranty This warranty is valid for the original retail purchaser from the date of initial retail purchase and is not transferable Keep the original sales receipt Proof of purchase is required to obtain warranty performance BRK dealers service centers or retail stores selling BRK products do not have the right to alter modify or any way change the terms and conditions of this warranty This warranty does not cover normal wear of parts or damage resulting from any of the following negligent use or misuse of the product use on improper voltage or current use contrary to the operating instructions disassembly repair or alteration by anyone other than BRK or an authorized service center Further the warranty does not cover Acts of God such as fire flood hurricanes and tornadoes or any batteries that are included with this unit BRK shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by the breach of any express or implied warranty Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in duration to the duration of the above warranty Some states provinces or jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitations or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may als
45. sync with the horn pattern After Alarm Flashes Red On for 2 seconds Off for 2 seconds CO Alarm Latch is now engaged NOTE If unit goes into CO alarm the regular 4 beeps brief pause cycle will repeat for four minutes After four minutes the pause will increase to one minute Smoke is Detected Voice Warning evacuate smoke in Location example Kitchen Evacuate Horn 3 beeps pause 3 beeps voice Power Smoke LED During Alarm Flashes Red in sync with the horn pattern After Alarm Flashes Red On for 2 seconds Off for 2 seconds Smoke Alarm Latch is now engaged CO LED Off CO Alarm is Silenced Voice Silent Horn Off Power Smoke LED Off CO LED Flashes Red Smoke Alarm is Silenced Voice Silent Horn Off Power Smoke LED Flashes Red CO LED Off INSTALLATION WHERE TO INSTALL THIS ALARM Minimum coverage for Smoke Alarms as recommended by the National Fire Protection Association NFPA is one Smoke Alarm on every floor in every sleeping area and in every bedroom See Regulatory Information For Smoke Alarms for details on the NFPA recommendations For CO Alarms the National Fire Protection Association NFPA recommends that a CO Alarm should be centrally located outside of each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms For added protection install additional CO Alarms in each separate bedroom and on every level of your home NOTE For added protection install an
46. t alarm replace it immediately REGULAR MAINTENANCE This unit has been designed to be as maintenance free as possible but there are a few simple things you must do to keep it working properly AWARNING Use only the replacement batteries listed below The unit may not operate properly with other batteries Never use rechargeable batteries since they may not provide a constant charge e Test it at least once a week e Clean the Smoke CO Alarm at least once a month gently vacuum the outside of the Smoke CO Alarm using your household vacuum s soft brush attachment A can of clean compressed air Sold at computer or office supply stores may also be used Follow manufacturer instructions for use Test the Smoke CO Alarm Never use water cleaners or solvents since they may damage the unit e If the Smoke CO Alarm becomes contaminated by excessive dirt dust and or grime and cannot be cleaned to avoid unwanted alarms replace the unit immediately e Relocate the unit if it sounds frequent unwanted alarms See Where This Alarm Should Not Be Installed for details Choosing a replacement battery Your Smoke CO Alarm requires two standard AA batteries The following batteries are acceptable as replacements Energizer E91 These batteries are available at many local retail stores IMPORTANT Actual battery service life depends on the Smoke CO Alarm and the environment in which it is installed All the batteries specified above
47. tion The Alarm Silence Feature can temporarily quiet an unwanted alarm for several minutes You can silence the Smoke CO Alarm by pressing the Test Silence button on the alarm cover for at least 6 seconds After the Test Silence button is released the Alarm Voice will say Horn silenced detector active The Low Battery Warning Silence Feature can temporarily quiet the low battery warning chirp for up to 8 hours You can silence the low battery warning chirp by pressing the Test Silence button on the alarm cover for at least 3 5 seconds Once the low battery warning chirp silence feature is activated the unit continues to flash the Green light twice a minute for 8 hours After 8 hours the low battery chirp will resume Replace the batteries as soon as possible this unit will not operate without battery power OPTIONAL LOCKING FEATURES The optional locking features are designed to discourage unauthorized removal of the batteries or alarm It is not necessary to activate the locks in single family households where unauthorized battery or alarm removal is not a concern This Smoke CO Alarm has two separate locking features one to lock the battery compartment and the other to lock the Smoke CO Alarm to the mounting bracket You can choose to use either feature independently or use them both Tools you will need Needle nose pliers Standard flathead screwdriver Both locking features use locking pins
48. tion of fire detection equipment in all rooms and areas of the household as follows A Smoke Alarm installed in each separate sleeping area in the vicinity but outside bedrooms and Heat or Smoke Alarms in the living rooms dining rooms bedrooms kitchens hallways finished attics furnace rooms closets utility and storage rooms basements and attached garages ABOUT SMOKE ALARMS Battery DC operated Smoke Alarms Provide protection even when electricity fails provided the batteries are fresh and correctly installed Units are easy to install and do not require professional installation AC powered Smoke Alarms Can be interconnected so if one unit senses smoke all units alarm They do not operate if electricity fails AC with battery DC back up will operate if electricity fails provided the batteries are fresh and correctly installed AC and AC DC units must be installed by a qualified electrician ONELINK Smoke Alarms with battery DC back up Interconnects with all ONELINK enabled Smoke and Smoke CO Alarms without wires or connectors so when one alarm sounds they all sound Will operate if electricity fails provided the batteries are fresh and correctly installed Units are easy to install and do not require professional installation Smoke CO Alarms for Solar or Wind Energy users and battery backup power systems AC powered Smoke CO Alarms should only be operated with true or pure sine wave inverters Operating this
49. wwwfirstalert com All First Alert Smoke Alarms conform to regulatory requirements including UL217 and are designed to detect particles of combustion Smoke particles of varying number and size are produced in all fires e lonization technology is generally more sensitive than photoelectric technology at detecting small particles which tend to be produced in greater amounts by flaming fires which consume combustible materials rapidly and spread quickly Sources of these fires may include paper burning in a wastebasket or a grease fire in the kitchen Photoelectric technology is generally more sensitive than ionization p technology at detecting large particles which tend to be produced in greater amounts by smoldering fires which may smolder for hours before bursting into flame Sources of these fires may include cigarettes burning in couches or bedding For maximum protection use both types of Smoke Alarms on each level and in every bedroom of your home WIRELESS OPERATION First Alerte ONELINK Technology is the easy cost effective way to provide your family with whole home safety All ONELINK Alarms communicate with each other without wires or connectors When one Alarm sounds they all sound This provides your family with an earlier warning of potential danger and gives you more time to react The communication distance range between any two ONELINK Alarms is typically 50 feet 15 meters inside of a home Some features

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