Kidde KN-COPP-3-RC Specifications, How the Unit Determines When to Alarm, Replacement of Alarm

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Specifications

How the Unit Determines When to Alarm

Your Carrier CO alarm uses advanced technology to monitor the environment in your home and warn you of unacceptable lev- els of carbon monoxide. An internal microcomputer works together with the sensor inside the alarm to determine the lev- els of carbon monoxide in the air and to calculate the rate that CO would be absorbed into the human body. The microcom- puter is calibrated to trigger the unit’s alarm before most people would experience any symptoms of carbon monoxide poison- ing. Because carbon monoxide is a cumulative poison, long- term exposures to low levels can cause symptoms, as well as short-term exposures to high levels. Your unit has a time weighted alarm, so the higher the level of carbon monoxide present, the sooner the alarm will be triggered.

WARNING: This device is designed to protect individuals from acute effects of carbon monoxide exposure. It will not fully safeguard individuals with specific medical conditions. If in doubt, consult a medical practitioner. Individuals with medical problems may consider using warning devices which provide audible and visual signals for carbon monoxide concentrations under 30 ppm.

Replacement of Alarm

Eight years after initial power-up, this unit will “chirp” every 30 seconds to indicate that it is time to replace the alarm. A label has been provided that has “Replace by” printed on it. Write the replace by date on the label and affix it to the front of the alarm so that it is visible after mounting. The date written on the label should be after eight (8) years of cumulative power.

REPLACE IMMEDIATELY! UNIT WILL NOT DETECT CO IN THIS CONDITION.

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Contents Carbon Monoxide Table of Contents Page Setting up your alarm for first time operation Quick Set Up GuideQuick Set Up Guide Introduction Carrier CO Alarm front view FeaturesDigital Display Pull-Out Transformer/Adapter Rear view with back door removedWhat Carbon Monoxide Alarms Can and Cannot Do Recommended Locations InstallationWhere to Install Your CO Alarm AT Least 5 feet away from appliance Where Not to Install Your CO AlarmDirect Plug Alarm How to Install Your AlarmTo install Avoid the followingPlug the alarm into an unswitched wall socket Wall Mounted AlarmIf the outlet is mounted horizontally sideways To rotate the adapterWall Table Top AlarmOr drywall, drill a 3/16 hole into the wall Battery Installation and Operation Battery InstallationBattery Backup Operation Battery Backup OperationBattery Back-up Operation in Low Battery Lb Condition Battery Back-up Operation inTrouble Alarm ConditionPage Operation Normal Operating CharacteristicsTesting the Electronics Malfunction Signal Group 1 Component Failure If the alarm malfunctionsMalfunction Signal Group 2 Microprocessor Failure What to do if you’re not sureAlarm from the electrical outlet before vacuuming How to Care for Your AlarmPeak Level Memory To Reset the Peak Level Memory…Carbon Monoxide Home Safety Tips What You Can DoWhat You Should Not Do Never use a gas range, oven, or clothes dryer for heatingUnderstand the Effects of Carbon Monoxide Exposure Loose or disconnected vent/chimney, fireplace or applianceClues You Cannot See Common Mild Exposure Symptoms What To Do When the Alarm SoundsCommon Medium Exposure Symptoms Common Extreme Exposure SymptomsTion If alarm signal sounds 4 quick chirps, 5 seconds offCall your emergency services Specifications Replacement of Alarm SpecificationsHow the Unit Determines When to Alarm Display Readings AC and DC Start Up, Alarm and Error OperationDC Powered in Battery Backup Operation AC Powered in Normal Stand-by OperationDetect CO Li-Ion Battery Handling PrecautionsBattery Storage When Detached From the Alarm Limited Warranty Please send products and all other correspondence to For Warranty Service