Kidde KN-COPD-3-UK Carbon Monoxide Alarm User Manual
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1. Sever symptoms within 2 minutes Death within 15 minutes Death within 1 3 minutes Source Corgi Gas installers technical article October 2005 2520 7203 00 qxd 7008 48 3 50 PM Page 18 i What To Do When The Alarm Sounds What to Do When the Alarm Sounds for Carbon Monoxide Determine if anyone in the household is experiencing symp toms of CO poisoning Many cases of reported CO poisoning indicate that while victims are aware they are not well they become so disoriented they are unable to save themselves by either exiting the building or calling for assistance Also young children and household pets may be the first affected The fol lowing symptoms are related to CARBON MONOXIDE POI SONING and should be discussed with ALL members of the household t WARNING Actuation of this 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 emit a loud alarm pattern and display the concentration of CO in parts per million PPM The alarm pattern is a series of short beeps This pattern is repeated until the CO concentra tion has dropped to normal level Know how to respond to a CO emergency Periodically review this user s guide and discuss it with all members of your fami ly If the Alarm Sounds for Carbon Monoxide 1 Operate test reset button 2 Call Transco British Gas 3 Immediately move to fresh air2. Improper burner adjustment Hidden blockage or damage in chimneys Determine if anyone in the household is at high risk for CO poison ing Many cases of reported CO poisoning indicate that while victims are aware they are not well they become so disoriented they are unable to save themselves by either exiting the building or calling for assis tance You should take extra precautions to protect high risk persons from CO exposure because they may experience ill effects from CO at levels that would not ordinarily affect a healthy adult Be sure to check infants or small children in the home for signs of possible CO poisoning because they might have trouble explaining their symp toms Infants and children are more susceptible to CO poisoning than a healthy adult Pregnant women should be aware that their unborn fetus could be harmed by exposure to CO even when the mother suffers no ill effect Any pregnant woman who suspects she may have been exposed to CO should immediately contact her physician What You Should Not Do Never burn charcoal inside a home garage cabin mobile home or caravan 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 Never operate gasoline powered engines l
3. alarm since it was last cleared or unplugged This Kidde alarm feature allows you or heating contractor or fireman to see exactly how big a CO problem you have so you can react accordingly Sensors The CO sensor is a highly sensitive electrochemical sensor that is CO specific to help avoid false alarms Sounder Alarm This is the loud 85 decibel pulsing alarm that will sound to alert you to a potential problem Pullout Transformer Adapter This unique Kidde alarm feature enables the alarm to be used as a direct plug unit a wall mounted unit or a tabletop unit 9 Volt Backup Battery This CO Alarm is not battery operated The 9 volt battery is to supply a short term backup power during a power cut In the event of a power cut a fully charged 9 volt battery will continue operating the alarm for at least 20 hours during battery backup conditions When installing a fresh battery use either an Energizer 522 Duracell MX1604 or MN1604 or for extended battery life an Ultralife lithium power cell model U9VL Any of these batteries can usually be purchased where you bought the alarm or at your local hardware store 2520 7203 00 qxd 7008 48 3 50 PM Page 5 M ccu d Plau DmRE This unit is designed to sense certain levels of CO from malfunctioning furnaces appliances gas engines or other sources This unit will pro vide early warning of the presence of carbon monoxide usually before a healthy adult would experience symptoms This
4. CO exposure Your family can be at risk for CO poisoning Where CO comes from What you can do to protect your family Home safety tips Determine if anyone in the household is at high risk for CO poisoning The Effects of Carbon Monoxide Exposure Understand the effects of carbon monoxide exposure What to Do When the Unit Alarms How to respond to the alarm Who you should call if you suspect you have CO or in your home Sometimes it is difficult to find the source of CO Technical Information Product Specifications How the unit determines when to alarm Display Readings Warranty Warranty Environmental Protection Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste Please recycle where facilities exist Check with Local Authority or retailer for recycling advice 2520 7203 00 qxd 7008 48 3 50 PM Page 1 IMPORTANT THIS CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM IS DESIGNED TO DETECT CARBON MONOXIDE GAS FROM ANY SOURCE OF IMPROPER OR MALFUNCTIONING APPLIANCES IT WILL NOT SENSE SMOKE FIRE OR ANY POISONOUS GAS OTHER THAN CAR BON 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 WARNING THIS UNIT IS NOT A SMOKE ALARM IT WILL NOT SENSE SMOKE OR FIRE IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR INSTALLING AND MAINTAINING AN APPROPRIATE NUMBER OF SMOKE ALARMS IN YOUR HOME FOR EARLY WARNING OF FIRE YOU
5. Do a head count to check that all persons are accounted for Do not re enter the premises until British Gas responders have arrived the premises have been aired out and your CO Alarm remains in its normal condition 4 After following steps 1 3 if your alarm reactivates within a 24 hour period repeat steps 1 3 and call a qualified Corgi installer to examine and or turn off your gas oil fired appli ances such as space heater boiler water heater cooker oven clothes dryer or other source of combustion such as paraffin burning stove or heater or gas log fireplace If your car is idling in an attached garage turn off the engine 5 To investigate for sources of CO from fuel burning equip ment and appliances and inspect for proper operation of this equipment If problems are identified during this inspection have the equipment serviced immediately i 2520 7203 00 qxd 7008 48 3 50 PM Page 19 What To Do When The Alarm Sounds Note any combustion equipment not inspected by the techni cian and consult the manufacturer s instructions or contact the manufacturer 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 Treatment for CO Poisoning Any person who is suspected to have CO poisoning should leave the potentially dangerous environment get fresh air immediately and seek care from a physician C
6. 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 an alarm Methane propane iso butane ethylene ethanol alcohol carbon monoxide iso propanol benzene toluene ethyl acetate hydrogen hydrogen sulfide sulfur dioxides Most aerosol sprays alcohol based products fresh paint thinner sol vent adhesive hair spray aftershave perfume auto exhaust cold start and some cleaning agents 2520 7203 00 qxd 7008 48 3 50 PM Page 13 Normal Operation The Peak Level Memory Button When the Peak button is pressed the unit will display the highest CO concentration measured since the peak memory was last reset or the unit was powered Levels between 11 and 999 ppm will be display although the unit does not display values below 30 ppm during normal operation Although the peak level will display values below 30ppm the unit will never result in an alarm no matter how long the device is exposed to these levels Peak Levels below 30ppm are for reference only and the accuracy of the concentration shown may not be as accu rate as noted in the technical information section DO NOT ignore read ings above 30ppm or an alarming device Refer to the following section What to Do When The Alarm Sounds 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 but ton for
7. 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 malfunction that occurs Malfunction Signal Group 1 Component Failure An intermittent chirping alarm will sound every 30 seconds An Err message will appear on the digital display The yellow LED will light continuously and The unit does not respond to pressing the Test button OR Malfunction Signal Group 2 Microprocessor Failure The alarm will sound continuously The digital display will be blank The yellow LED will light continuously The alarm cannot be shut off by pushing Test Reset button and The unit is receiving sufficient power from the 230 volt outlet or fresh battery 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 Do not confuse these signals with an alarm After reading the information above if you are still unsure whether your alarm is operating properly call the Kidde Freephone Customer Hotline at 0800 917 0722 to do a quick diagnostic check of the alarm over the phone The customer service representa tive will be able to assist you and answer your questions 11 2520 7203 00 qxd 7008 48 3 50 PM Page 12 Normal Operation If you
8. cover and snap the battery connector onto the battery You will hear the alarm sound briefly to indicate the unit is receiving power At power up you will see a flashing red dot and three eights in the digital display indicating the alarm is warm ing up After approximately 20 seconds the unit will start sampling for CO During this period a number will appear on the digital display The number on the digital display should be zero 0 See Normal Operating Characteristics for complete information on operating characteristics Place the battery into the battery compartment and replace the back cover IMPORTANT A small screwdriver or similar tool may be required to remove the back cover The back cover should be levered up from the centre recess at the bottom of the alarm The cover is designed this way to discourage the removal of batteries or tampering by young children Step 3 Determine how you want to mount the alarm Your CO alarm is equipped to be mounted as a corded a direct plug or a table top unit Refer to Installation How to Install your Alarm for complete instructions about how to configure your alarm for installation Step 4 Install the alarm Plug the alarm into a standard un switched 230 volt AC electrical outlet in one of the alarm configurations listed in step 3 Wait 2 to 3 minutes after power up and make sure the red dot in the digital display is blinking Step 5 Test the unit s operation by pr
9. readings may vary The digital reading tolerances are Ambient 80 F 10 F atmospheric pressure 10 40 3 relative humidity Reading Tolerance of display reading 0 999 PPM 20 15 ppm Replacement of the Alarm This CO alarm has an operational end of life feature which will indi cate when to replace the alarm Seven years after initial power up this unit will chirp every 30 sec onds to indicate that it is time to replace the alarm A label has been affixed to the side of the alarm that has Replace by date printed on it to aid in identifying the date of replacement REPLACE THE ALARM IMMEDIATELY IT WILL NOT DETECT CO IN THIS CONDITION 22 2520 7203 00 qxd 2006 3 50 PM Page 23 Display Readings The following tables contain vital information about the vari ous 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 electronic device yet very simple to understand Basically the unit will display a 0 if it does not sense CO and if you have a good 9 volt backup battery installed If your alarm senses carbon monoxide it will display a read ing in parts per million of CO If the backup battery is low or missing or if the unit malfunc tions it will display other readings and alarm differently to alert you that something is wrong with the alarm Please familiarize yourself and ot
10. supply Furnace unable to heat house or runs constantly Sooting especially on appliances Unfamiliar or burning odour Yellow or orange flame Be aware of the symptoms of CO poisoning headaches dizziness weakness sleepiness nausea vomiting confusion and disorientation Recognize that CO poisoning may be the cause when family members suffer from flu like symptoms that don t disappear but improve when they leave home for extended periods of time Be Aware of the Warning Signs of Carbon Monoxide Indicators of Possible CO Leaks Streaks of carbon or soot around the service door of your fuel burning appliances A yellow or orange flame may indicate a problem with natural gas appliances Excessive rusting on flue pipes or appliance jackets Loose or missing furnace panel Moisture collecting on the windows and walls of furnace rooms Loose or disconnected vent chimney fireplace or appliance Small amounts of water leaking from the base of the chimney vent or flue pipe Rust on the portion of the vent pipe visible from outside your home The absence of a draft in your chimney indicating blockage Fallen soot from the fireplace chimney Loose damaged or discoloured bricks on your chimney 15 2520 7203 00 qxd 7008 48 3 50 PM Page 16 What You Should Know Before the Alarm Sounds Hidden Causes of CO Emission Internal appliance damage or malfunctioning components
11. 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 min utes The Effects of CO Exposure When you breathe carbon monoxide it enters your bloodstream through your lungs and attaches to red blood cells These red blood cells called haemoglobin carry oxygen throughout your body CO mol ecules attach to the red blood cells 200 times faster than oxygen pre venting the flow of oxygen to your heart brain and vital organs As CO accumulates in your bloodstream your body becomes starved for oxy gen The amount of CO in a person s body can be measured by a sim ple blood test called a carboxyhaemoglobin level test The early symptoms of CO poisoning are often mistaken for the flu headache dizziness weakness nausea vomiting sleepiness and confusion Breathing very high concentrations of CO can be lethal in minutes Your Family at Risk for CO Poisoning Carbon monoxide is the number one cause of poisoning deaths While anyone is susceptible experts agree that unborn babies small chil dren 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 2520 7203 00 qxd 7008 48 3 50 PM Page 14 Normal Operation Where CO Comes From Inside your home fuel burning appliances used for heating and cook ing are the most likely sou
12. 2520 7203 00 qxd 2006 3 50 PM Page 1 Kidde AC Powered with Battery Backup Carbon Monoxide Alarm User s Guide with Digital Display Peak Level Memory and Battery Backup Model KN COPD 3 UK KM 98848 u EN50291 2001 Includes a 9 Volt Battery For questions concerning your Alarm please call Kidde Safety Europe on 01753 685148 Please have the following information ready when calling Alarm Model number located on front of alarm Alarm Assembly number located on back of alarm Date of Manufacture located on the back of the alarm Date of Purchase Where Purchased 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 ay questions about the operation or instal lation of your alarm please call Kidde Safety Europe on 01753 685148 820 1196 REV A 2520 7203 00 2520 7203 00 qxd 7008 48 3 50 PM Page 2 Table of Contents Quick Set Up Guide Introduction Carbon Monoxide Features Your CO alarm What CO alarms can and cannot do Installation Where to install your alarm Where not to install your alarm How to install your alarm Normal Operation Normal operating characteristics How to test the electronics How to know if your alarm is malfunctioning How to care for your alarm What You Should Know Before the Alarm Sounds The effects of
13. MUST INSTALL SMOKE ALARMS EVEN THOUGH CARBON MONOXIDE CAN BE GENERATED BY FIRE THIS PRODUCT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN ORDINARY INDOOR RESIDENTIAL AREAS IT IS NOT DESIGNED TO MEASURE COMPLIANCE WITH COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL STAN DARDS 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 INDIVIDUALS WITH MEDICAL PROBLEMS MAY CONSIDER USING WARNING DEVICES WHICH PROVIDE AUDIBLE AND VISUAL SIG NALS FOR CARBON MONOXIDE CONCENTRATIONS UNDER 30 PPM THIS ALARM WILL NOT WORK WITHOUT POWER THIS ALARM REQUIRES A CONTINUOUS SUPPLY OF POWER DURING A POWER OUTAGE UNIT WILL OPERATE FOR AT LEAST 20 HOURS ON A 9 VOLT BATTERY WITH FULL CAPACITY ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR MALFUNCTION MAY OCCUR IF TAM PERED WITH OR NOT INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH MANUFACTURERS INSTRUCTIONS 2520 7203 00 qxd 7008 48 3 50 PM Page 2 melee tray deol We urge you to read this entire manual in the sequence it is presented Listed below are five easy steps for setting up your Kidde CO Alarm Please read this entire guide for complete information Note This CO alarm must be installed by a competent person Step 1 Determine the best location for your CO alarm s Refer to Installation Where to Install Your Alarm for complete information Step 2 install the 9 volt backup battery To install the battery open the back
14. O alarms are not a substitute for property disability life or other insur ance of any kind Appropriate insurance coverage is your responsibility Consult your insurance company Where to Install Your CO Alarm RECOMMENDED LOCATIONS DINING KITCHEN BEDROOM BEDROOM LIVING ROOM BEDROOM WHEN CHOOSING YOUR INSTALLATION LOCATIONS MAKE SURE YOU CAN HEAR THE ALARM FROM ALL SLEEPING AREAS 5 2520 7203 00 qxd 7008 48 3 50 PM Page 6 Installation Mounting Configuration LOCATION Your Kidde CO Alarm should be mounted in or near bedrooms and liv ing areas or wherever you suspect a CO exposure to be likely It is rec ommended that you install a Kidde CO Alarm on each level of a multi level home CAUTION This alarm will only indicate the presence of CO at the sen sor Carbon monoxide may be present in other areas IMPORTANT Improper location can affect the sensitive electronic com ponents 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 not recommended that you install this CO Alarm in garages or kitchens 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 persons in
15. O poisoning can be determined by a simple blood test called a carboxy haemoglobin test This test measures the amount of CO in the bloodstream For this test to be accurate it must be done immediately after CO exposure Acute CO poisoning is usu ally treated by breathing in oxygen When CO poisoning is severe for example when there is an altered state of con sciousness high pressure oxygen therapy in a special hyperbaric chamber may be used A physician will make this determination and administer treatment if necessary e ooco252coo 3 5 2520 7203 00 qxd 7008 48 3 50 PM Page 20 What To Do When The Alarm Sounds Call a Qualified Technician to Find and Repair the Problem Call a qualified service technician such as a licensed heating contractor utility service technician or fuel provider to inspect your home for possible sources of CO leak Do not restart these appliances until the problem is corrected Request the inspection and service for as soon as possible if not immediate ly Please be aware that some service technicians may charge a fee to inspect your home even if the source of CO is not found You may wish to find out if you will be charged for the service and the amount of the fee before you request service Some public utilities do not charge for inspection Some service tech nicians do not charge if you purchased your appliance from them To know for sure you need to ask before the technici
16. an comes to your home Repair work or replacement of appliances may be necessary to fix the problem that is creating the CO in your home Remember a CO Alarm can only warn you of the presence of CO it does not prevent CO from occurring nor can it solve an existing CO problem Because you ve provided ventilation by leaving your windows and doors open the CO build up may have dissipated by the time help responds Although your problem may appear to be temporarily solved it s crucial that the source of the problem is determined and appropriate repairs are made Sometimes it s Difficult to Find the Source of CO in a Home It can be difficult for responders to locate the source s of CO if The house was ventilated before they arrived and the fresh air caused the CO to dissipate The peak level function on your Kidde CO Alarm helps the responders know how severe the problem was before they arrived The CO problem was caused by a source that fluctuates on and off sometimes creating CO and sometimes not Such a situation makes it nearly impossible to pinpoint the source of CO in a short period of time The cause of CO problem was back drafting when air in a chimney or flue is sucked into the home instead of venting outside The exact situation that created a negative air pres sure inside the home the cause of back drafting is difficult to recreate during an investigation for CO Sometimes the CO problem disappears when a doo
17. anties 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 consequential damages or costs or expenses incurred by the consumer or any other user of this product whether due to a breach of contract negligence strict liability in tort or otherwise This warranty does not affect your statutory rights Warranty Performance During the above warranty period your product will be replaced with a comparable product if the defective product is returned postage prepaid to Kidde Safety Europe Ltd Mathisen Way Colnbrook Slough SL3 OHB Telephone 01753 685148 together with proof of pur chase 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 whichever is longer Other than the cost of postage no charge will be made for replacement of the defective product Important Do not tamper with the alarm unit Separating halves of the unit will void the warranty Your Kidde Carbon 25 2520 7203 00 qxd 7008 48 3 50 PM Page 26 Monoxide Alarm is not a substitute for property disability life or other insurance of any kind Appropriate insuran
18. arm for three minutes and then plug it 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 the Test Reset button If the unit is operating properly you should notice the following The unit will beep and the yellow LED will flash acknowledging the but ton was pressed and the self test has started The display indicates three eights then displays a number usually around 200 You should then hear 8 seconds of quick beeps The unit will then show the three eights for several seconds It will then return to monitoring for CO Familiarize yourself and household members with the alarm pattern described above for a CO event 2520 7203 00 qxd 7008 48 3 50 PM Page 11 Normal Operation While on AC power in the event of a CO incident the alarm pattern will continue 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 indicates zero 0 then no measurable amount of CO has been sensed by the alarm within the past 15 seconds How to Know If Your Alarm is Malfunctioning Your alarm performs an internal self diagnosis every 15 seconds to make sure that it is functioning properly The alarm is designed to
19. as for assistance Remember problems can begin after an inspection has been complet ed CO can come from sources such as a crack in a furnace heat exchanger or a leak in a water heater vent or a bird s nest blocking a flue Other sources of CO 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 protection provided by a CO Alarm Home Safety Tips What You Can Do Buy only appliances approved by a nationally recognized testing laboratory Choose fuel burning appliances that can be vented to the outdoors 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 14 2520 7203 00 qxd 7008 48 3 50 PM Page 15 What You Should Know Before the Alarm Sounds 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 Examine vents and chimneys regularly for improper connections visible rust or stains Open a window when a fireplace or wood burning stove is in use and provide adequate outdoor air for furnace and water heater Notice problems that could indicate improper appliance operation Decreasing hot water
20. ce coverage is your responsibility Consult your insurance agent Kidde makes no warranty express or implied written or oral including that of merchantability or fitness for any par ticular purpose with respect of the batteries For Warranty Service In many cases the quickest way to exchange your CO alarm is to return it to the original place of purchase If you have questions call the Kidde Customer Service Department on 01753 685148 26 2520 7203 00 qxd 2006 3 50 PM Page 27 QUESTIONS OR FOR MORE INFORMATION Call our Kidde customer service department on 01753 685148 or contact us at our website at www kiddesafetyeurope co uk Kidde Kidde Safety Europe Mathisen Way Colnbrook SL3 0HB UK Copyright Walter Kidde Portable Equipment 2005 All Rights Reserved
21. e unit is receiving power and that the alarm circuit is function ing 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 indicates that the alarm is operating Within 20 seconds your CO alarm will start monitoring for CO Note The number will probably be zero 0 This is a normal condition for most households and indicates that no measurable amount of CO is being detected The alarm has begun monitoring the air for CO and will continue to do so as long as it receives power When the alarm is unplugged or loses power and you have a good 9 volt battery installed the alarm will automatically switch to its battery backup mode and you will notice the following After 4 minutes the digital display will show a blinking dot only this helps conserve the battery s power The digital display will show a number for CO only if it senses CO while in backup mode e If CO is detected while on battery backup the alarm pattern is con tinuous quick beeps Note When AC power is restored the alarm will automatically switch back to normal operating mode 2520 7203 00 qxd 7008 48 3 50 PM Page 10 Normal Operation ow Battery Warni E A M If the 9 volt battery is missing or if the battery s power is low an Lb message will display wh
22. early warning is possible only if your Kidde CO Alarm is located installed and maintained as described in this user s guide When on AC power this unit is designed to act as a continuous moni tor it is not designed for use as a short term testing device to perform a quick check for the presence of CO CO Alarms have a limited operational life You must test your alarm weekly because it could fail to operate at any time If it does fail to test properly or if its self diagnostic test reveals a malfunction immediately have the unit replaced See the back page for warranty information CO Alarms can only sense CO that reaches the unit s sensor CO may be present in other areas without reaching the alarm Doors or other obstructions may affect the rate at which CO reaches the unit In addi tion fresh air from a vent or open window or any other source may pre vent CO from reaching the sensor Please observe cautions in the Where to install your alarm section CO could be present on one level of the home and not reach the 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 rea son we recommend you provide complete coverage by placing a CO Alarm on every level of the home This unit is not a smoke alarm It will not sense smoke or fire For early warning of fire you must install smoke alarms even though a fire can generate carbon monoxide C
23. essing and releasing the Test Reset button Within 15 seconds you will hear 8 seconds of quick beeps While testing the alarm have someone else check that the alarm can be heard easily from the sleeping areas The unit should be located where it can wake you if it alarms at night Your alarm is now monitoring for the presence of CO For complete testing information refer to How to Test Your CO Alarm section Caution Continuous exposure to the loud 85 decibel alarm at close range over an extended period of time may cause hearing loss We recommend that you cover the front of the unit while testing the alarm with the palm of your hand 2520 7203 00 qxd 7008 8 3 50 PM Page 3 Introduction This Kidde Carbon Monoxide CO Alarm is an important part of your family s home safety plan Here are some basic facts you should know for your pro tection and convenience Carbon Monoxide Carbon monoxide is invisible odourless tasteless nonirritating poisonous gas that is completely undetectable to your senses It is created when any fuel is burned When oxygen is limited during combustion more CO is produced Serious problems can develop when combustion by products are not properly vented outside the house That s why it s so important to your safety that you have a CO alarm Front view oe Blinking Digital a Di
24. her family members to the difference between a CO reading and a reading signifying a problem with the alarm itself Start up and Normal Operation Readings Display Shows Status Brief 888 One short Self checking None unit should 888 chirp when AC return to zero within 2 powered one minute Lb flashes One short Start up or Install or replace alternately with chirp reset phase 9 volt battery g every 15 and low or refer to page 2 seconds missing bat and page 5 m Steady 0 and None Normal AC oper None U flashing dot ation sensing no CO and battery is good Steady display Quick repeating High level of Refer to page pete of high number beep pattern of CO detected 22 mp inthe hundreds 4 or 5 beeps of ppm and flashing dot Per second If at any time the alarm does not perform as described have it replaced immediately 23 2520 7203 00 qxd 2006 3 50 PM Page 24 Display Readings Readings You May See When Unit is AC Powered Display Shows Alarm Unit Recommended Sound Status Action Steady Err Chirp every Unit malfunc Call our Kidde cus and 30 seconds tioning when tomer service flashing dot AC powered department on 01753 685148 Readings You May See When Unit is on Temporary Battery Backup Display Shows Alarm Unit R cUitiii rid d Sound Status Action Normal battery Plug into AC as Flashing dot None onl
25. home How to Install Your CO Alarm Your Kidde CO Alarm with its removable adapter allows you to install the alarm as a wall mounted unit a direct plug unit or as a table top unit Refer to Where to Install Your CO Alarm for general guidelines 2520 7203 00 qxd 7008 48 3 50 PM Page 8 Installation Direct Plug Alarm In its as shipped configuration your Kidde CO Alarm is ready to be plugged directly into a wall mains socket To install 1 Choose a standard unswitched 230V electrical outlet to plug the alarm into 2 Plug the alarm in Note Do not cover the alarm with a curtain or other obstruction Wall Mounted Alarm For a wall mount you will need to pull out the removable adapter and power cord This simple process is described on the following pages 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 15 2 cm 6 from the ceiling Any higher than this it will be in dead air space and CO may not reach the sensors To remove the adapter and install 1 With the bottom of the unit facing you adapter at top use a small screwdriver or similar tool to pry the back cover up to release it Remove the back cover Next place your thumb on the adapter thumb release and pull the adapter thumb release out slight
26. ich blinks alternately with the current CO read ing every second If this happens you need to replace the battery When you have a low battery installed you will notice the following A blinking dot will be displayed and the sounder will chirp every 15 seconds The yellow LED will blink once every 15 seconds The display will alternate between Lb low battery and CO reading while chirping When battery is depleted and the unit is not receiving AC mains power A blinking dot will be displayed and the sounder will chirp approxi mately every 30 seconds The yellow LED will flash approximately every 30 seconds Pressing the test button will not elicit any response The alarm will not detect CO if the battery is depleted Replace the bat tery and plug the unit back into the AC outlet Constant exposures to high or low humidity may reduce battery life We recommend you replace your 9 volt battery at least every six months How to Test Your CO Alarm 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 have it replaced immediately Turn to How to know if your alarm is malfunctioning section for a description of the characteristics of a malfunctioning alarm and what you should do if a malfunction occurs Observe the alarm weekly to make sure the red dot is blinking indicat ing normal operation If the dot is not blinking unplug the al
27. ike vehicles motorcy cles lawn mowers garden equipment or power tools in con fined areas such as garages or basements even if an outside door or a window is open Never ignore a safety device when it shuts off an appliance Never ignore a CO alarm 2520 7203 00 qxd 7008 48 3 50 PM Page 17 The Effects of Carbon Monoxide Exposure Anyone in the household who is elderly has anemia heart disease respiratory problems emphysema or chronic bronchitis is at a higher tisk of CO poisoning and health problems from exposure to CO If any one in the household is at high risk for CO poisoning we urge you to take extra precaution to prevent possible poisoning You should consid er a more sensitive alarm for your home safety If the unit alarms or if CO readings are shown on the digital display remove the at risk person from the premises Ventilate the area The high risk person s should not re enter the residence until the source of the CO problem has been identified and corrected The Effects of Carbon Monoxide Exposure PARTS EEC ERE oO PER EFFECTS ON ADULTS MILLION Slight headache within 2 3 hours Dizziness mild headache within 2 3 hours ausea frontal headache within 1 2 hrs RISK TO LIFE OVER 3 HOURS Severe headache convulsions within 45 minutes death possible within 2 3 hours Headache nausea within 20 minutes Death ossible within 1 2 hours Headache etc within 5 10 minutes Death ossible within 15 minutes
28. isplay an inaccurate reading 2520 7203 00 qxd 7008 48 3 50 PM Page 7 Installation Do not install this alarm to a switch or dimmer controlled outlet if pos sible Do not install in areas where the temperature is colder than 4 4 C 40 F or hotter than 37 8 C 100 F These areas include uncondi tioned crawl spaces attics porches and garages Extreme tempera tures will affect the sensitivity of the alarm Do not install this unit near deep cell large batteries Large batteries have emissions that can cause the alarm to perform at less than opti mum performance Avoid the following 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 com peting for limited internal air 4 Vent pipe connections vibrating loose from a clothes drier fur nace or water heater 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 that can trap exhaust gasses near the ground Car idling in an open or closed attached garage or near a
29. ly Pull the adapter out of the alarm with your other hand With the adapter removed pull the power cord out of the cord recess remove the adapter Release twist tie and extend the power cord With the power cord extended tuck the last few inches of the power cord into the cord recess See the illustration on page 4 Gently pull the cord at the bottom of the cord recess until the cord becomes taught and lays flat in cord recess Using the back cover mark the location for the two mounting holes on the wall If you are mounting the alarm in plaster board or WALL drywall drill a 4 8 mm 3 16 hole into the wall and insert the plastic anchors provided Install the two screws provided into the wall or wall anchors until the screw head is approximately 3 mm 1 8 from the wall we lL on A c eo N 2520 7203 00 qxd 7008 48 3 50 PM Page 9 Installation 8 Hook the keyhole in the back cover over the screw head before or l after replacing the back cover on the unit 9 Plug the adapter into an unswitched wall socket Table Top Alarm You can also use your Kidde CO Alarm as a table top unit Simply fol low the steps for removing adapter then instead of mounting the alarm to a wall replace the back cover and stand the unit on a table bed side stand or chest of drawers Normal Operating Characteristics When you first power up the unit the alarm will sound briefly to let you know th
30. other areas of the home especially if they are sleeping In the garage vehicle exhaust can contain some CO These levels are higher when the engine is first started Within hours of starting a vehicle and backing it out of the garage the level of remaining CO present can activate the alarm and cause a nuisance alarm In the kitchen some gas appliances can emit a short burst of CO 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 1 5 metres 5 feet away from the appliance Do not install the alarm in excessively dusty dirty or greasy areas such as kitchens garages and boiler rooms Dust grease or household chemicals can contaminate or coat the alarm s sensors causing the alarm not to operate properly Do not obstruct the vents on 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 spaces such as peaks of vaulted ceilings a gabled roof or within 15 2 cm 6 of ceiling where CO 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 sensors to d
31. r alarm sounder is beeping and you are not sure if it is a CO alarm or a malfunction alert reset the alarm open windows for ventila tion and evacuate the premises immediately Then call the Kidde Freephone Customer Hotline at 0800 917 0722 for assistance Never ignore an alarm A true alarm is an indication of potentially dan gerous levels of CO How to Care for Your Alarm To keep your alarm in good working order you must follow these sim ple steps Test the alarm once a week by pressing the Test Reset button Vacuum the alarm cover once a month to remove accumulated dust Unplug the alarm from the electrical outlet and use the soft brush attachment of your vacuum cleaner Instruct children never to touch unplug or otherwise interfere with the alarm Never use detergents or solvents to clean the alarm Chemicals can permanently damage or temporarily contaminate the sensor Avoid spraying air freshener 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 nappy pail Note If you will be staining or stripping wood floors or furniture paint ing 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 contamination of the sensor You may wish to unplug the
32. r or window is opened Back drafting may or may not happen again 20 2520 7203 00 qxd 7008 48 3 50 PM Page 21 Technical Information Product Specifications Power 230V AC units 50 Hz Current 120 mA max Sensor CO sensor calibrated at 150 ppm 25 ppm Temperature Operating range 40 F 4 4 C to 100 F 37 8 C Mounting Accessories supplied for wall mount or direct plug applications Alarm 85 dB at 10 3 4 0 5 KHz pulsing alarm In alarm condition for CO you will hear a repeating pattern of quick beeps LED Operation Blinking dot on display denotes normal operation Display readings from 30 999 during elevated CO concentrations Red LED flashes in unison with alarm sounder during alarm and fault modes Green LED is on constantly while the unit is powered with 230 volts and flashes every 15 seconds while on battery backup Yellow LED flashes when the battery is low and is on constantly when the alarm malfunctions Battery Backup A 9 volt battery is needed If battery is low or missing while the unit is plugged into a 230V outlet an Lb message will display which will blink alternately with a the CO reading every second and the sounder will chirp every 15 seconds Unit Malfunction Err error message will display Intermittent alarm will sound every 30 seconds Test Reset Button Test button verifies proper unit operation and resets the unit in the event of a CO Alarm Peak Level Memory But
33. rces of CO Vehicles running in attached garages can also produce dangerous levels of carbon monoxide A by product of combustion CO can be a potential problem from a number of common sources such as a running automobile a fur nace or water heater leak or misuse of a fireplace wood stove char coal grill a gas range and space heater leak or misuse and running portable generators where exhaust can enter the home When appliances are in good working condition and with proper venti lation lethal CO gas is vented outdoors where it quickly disperses Even the slightest malfunction or misuse of any of the above sources can lead to a build up of CO in your home that can become deadly before you even know it s there You don t have to have ancient appliances to have a CO problem Today s more energy efficient airtight home designs can trap CO pol luted air inside where it can quickly build to lethal levels What You Can do to Protect Your Family To be safe know the possible sources of CO in your home Keep fuel burning appliances their chimneys and vents in good working condi tion Learn the early symptoms of CO exposure If you suspect CO poisoning move outside to fresh air and get emergency help A blood test can confirm that CO has caused the symptoms of CO poisoning Your first line of defence is an annual inspection and regular mainte nance of your appliances Contact a qualified Corgi installer or Transco British G
34. splay Hed Dot Alarm Fault Peak Level Button Power Test Reset Button Rear view Rear view with back door removed Removable Adapter F j Battery NConnector i i B 3 9 volt Backup Battery Adapter Cord Strain Relief 2520 7203 00 qxd 7008 48 3 50 PM Page 4 Features Your CO Alarm The feature that sets this Kidde alarm apart from other alarms is the unique digital display that gives you a continuous readout of CO levels from 30 999 parts per million The digital display serves as an early warning of CO presence This Kidde alarm gives you the choice of a direct plug unit a wall mount unit or tabletop unit all in one Kidde CO Alarm Unique Features Digital Display The continuous digital display indicates the level of carbon monoxide if any the unit is sensing The unit updates this reading every 15 sec onds so you can watch CO levels rise or fall Note If the unit does not sense any CO the display 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 indicates that the unit is operating Test Reset Button This button has two functions First this is the button you press when you test the unit weekly see How to test your CO Alarm section It s also used when resetting the peak level memory Peak Level Button By pressing this button you can see the peak CO level recorded by the
35. ton When pressed LED will display the highest CO ppm level detected since unit was powered up or since unit was reset with test button Reading will be stored in memory as long as unit is not reset or unplugged Any CO concen tration detected from 11 999 will be displayed Size 15 2 cm 6 L x 3 75 W x 1 8 H Wt 1 Ib Warranty Five year warranty from date of purchase against defects in material and workmanship 21 pus et 3 50 PM Page 22 Technical Information How the Unit Determines When to Alarm Your Kidde alarm uses advanced technology to monitor the environ ment in your home and warn you of certain levels of CO An internal microcomputer works together with the sensors inside the alarm to determine the levels of CO in the air The microcomputer is calibrated to trigger the unit s alarm before most people would experience any symptoms of CO poisoning This Kidde alarm meets the alarm response time requirements as follows for CO At 30 PPM the unit cannot alarm in less than 120 minutes At 50 PPM the unit must alarm within 60 90 minutes At 100 PPM the unit must alarm within 10 40 minutes At 300 PPM the unit must alarm within 3 minutes 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 and 40 3 relative humidity Depending on the ambient condition temperature humidity and the condition of the sensor the alarm
36. y operation unit soon as possible will show reading to conserve only if it senses battery CO Steady Err Chirp every Unit malfunctioning Cal our Kidde cus and 30 seconds when Battery tomer service flashing dot powered department on 01753 685148 Chirp every Very low battery unit Replace Battery No display 30 seconds will not respond to Refer to Step 2 co on page 2 Replace Battery Constant Alarm Near dead battery if this does not or unit malfunction fix condition call our Kidde customer service department on 01753 685148 No display p E E L J If at any time the alarm does not perform as described have it replaced immediately 2520 7203 00 qxd 7008 48 3 50 PM Page 25 WARRANTY COVERAGE THE MANUFACTURER WAR RANTS TO THE ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASER THAT THIS PRODUCT WILL BE FREE OF DEFECTS IN MATERIAL AND WORKMANSHIP FOR A PERIOD OF FIVE 5 YEARS FROM DATE OF PURCHASE EXCLUDING THE BATTERY THE MANUFACTURER S LIABILITY HEREUNDER IS LIMITED TO REPLACEMENT OF THE PRODUCT REPAIR OF THE PRODUCT OR REPLACE MENT OF THE PRODUCT WITH REPAIRED PRODUCT AT THE DISCRETION OF THE MANUFACTURE THIS WAR RANTY IS VOID IF THE PRODUCT HAS BEEN DAMAGED BY ACCIDENT UNREASONABLE USE NEGLECT TAM PERING OR OTHER CAUSES NOT ARISING FROM DEFECTS IN MATERIAL OR WORKMANSHIP THIS WAR RANTY EXTENDS TO THE ORIGINAL CONSUMER PUR CHASER OF THE PRODUCT ONLY Warranty Disclaimers Any implied warr
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