Battery Replacement
Alarm Removal (for alarms equipped with a 9V battery back-up)
If tamper resist feature has been activated, refer to tamper resist feature description on page 9 for removal instructions.
Remove the alarm from the mounting plate by rotating the alarm in the direction of the “OFF” arrow on the cover. To disconnect the AC Quick-Connector harness, squeeze the locking arms on the sides while pulling the connector away from the bottom of the alarm (see Figure 2).
After the alarm has been removed, you can open the battery door and replace the battery. Battery installation instructions are provided on the inside of the battery door.
When installing the battery, orient the battery as shown on unit label. Press the battery reminder tab down into the battery compartment and install the battery (see Figure 4).
FIGURE 4 BATTERY REPLACEMENT
Battery
tab
CAUTION! If the battery reminder tab is not held down in the battery compartment by the battery, the battery door will not close, the AC Quick-Connector will not attach to the alarm, and the alarm will not attach to the mounting plate.
After installing or changing the battery, reinstall your alarm. Test your alarm by using the Test/Reset button and check that the green “Power” LED is on.
Maintenance
CAUTION: This unit is sealed. The cover is not removable.
To keep your alarm in good working order, you must fol- low these simple steps:
•Test the alarm once a week by pressing the Test/Reset button.
•Vacuum the alarm cover once a month to remove accumulated dust.
•Never use detergents or solvents to clean the alarm. Chemicals can permanently damage or temporarily contaminate the sensor.
•Avoid spraying air fresheners, hair spray, paint or other aerosols near the alarm.
•Do not paint the unit. Paint will seal the vents and interfere with proper sensor operation.
Move the CO Alarm to a remote location, to prevent possible damage or contamination of the sensor, prior to performing any of the following:
•Staining or stripping wood floors or furniture
•Painting or wall-papering
•Using aerosols or adhesives
WARNING: Reinstall the CO Alarm as soon as possible to assure continuous protection.
The following is a list of substances that at high levels can damage the sensor or cause temporary readings that are not carbon monoxide readings:
Ethylene, ethanol, alcohol, iso-propanol, benzene, toluene, ethyl acetate, hydrogen, hydrogen sulfide, sulfur dioxides.
Also most aerosol sprays, alcohol based products, paints, thinners, solvents, adhesives, hair sprays, after shaves, perfumes, auto exhaust (cold start) and some cleaning agents.
Carbon Monoxide Safety
Carbon Monoxide Alarm Procedure
WARNING: Actuation of the CO Alarm indicates the presence of Carbon Monoxide (CO) which can kill you.
If alarm signal sounds 4 quick beeps, 5 seconds off:
1)Immediately move to fresh air - outdoors or by an open door or window. Check that all persons are accounted for. Do not re-enter the premises or move away from the open door/window until emergency services responders have arrived, the premises have been aired out, and your alarm remains in its normal operating condition.
2)Call your emergency local service (fire deptartment or 911).
PHONE NUMBER
Never restart the source of a CO problem until it has been corrected. Never ignore the sound of the alarm!
Carbon Monoxide Safety
General CO Information
Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless, and tasteless poison gas that can be fatal when inhaled. CO inhibits the blood’s capacity to carry oxygen.
Periodically review this alarm manual and discuss your CO alarm emergency procedure with all the members of your family. Never ignore a CO alarm. A true alarm is an indication of potentially dangerous levels of carbon monoxide. CO alarms are designed to alert you to the presence of carbon monoxide before an emergency - before most people would experience symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning, giving you time to resolve the problem calmly.
Determine if anyone in the household is experiencing symptoms 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. You should take extra precautions to protect high-risk persons from CO exposure because they may experience ill effects from carbon monoxide at levels that would not ordinarily affect a healthy adult.
Symptoms of CO Poisoning
The following common symptoms are related to carbon monoxide poisoning and should be discussed with ALL members of the household. Learn the difference between dangerous, high, mid and low levels:
Mild Exposure: Headaches, running nose, sore eyes, often described as “flu-like” symptoms.
Medium Exposure: Dizziness, drowsiness, vomiting.
Extreme Exposure: Unconsciousness, brain damage, death.
Carbon Monoxide Safety
If you experience even mild symptoms of CO poisoning consult your doctor immediately!
Because carbon monoxide is a cumulative poison, long-term exposures to low levels may cause symptoms, as well as short-term exposures to high levels. This Kidde unit has a time-weighted alarm - the higher the level of carbon monoxide present, the sooner the alarm will be triggered.
This 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. If your unit has alarmed and you’ve provided ventilation by leaving your windows and doors open, the CO buildup 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 CO is determined and that the appropriate repairs are made.
Carbon Monoxide Safety
CO alarms provide early warning of the presence of carbon monoxide, usually before a healthy adult would experience symptoms. This early warning is possible, however, only if your Kidde CO alarm is located, installed and maintained as described in this manual.
This CO alarm is designed to act as a continuous monitor; it is not designed for use as a short-term testing device to perform a quick check for the presence of CO.
CO alarms have limitations. Like any other electronic device, CO alarms are not fool-proof. CO alarms have a limited operational life. You must test your CO alarm weekly, because it could fail to operate at any time.
If your CO alarm fails to test properly, or if its self- diagnostic test reveals a malfunction, immediately have the unit replaced.
CO alarms can only sense CO that reaches the unit’s sensor. Carbon monoxide may be present in other areas without reaching the alarm. The rate at which CO reaches the unit may be affected by doors or other obstructions. In addition, fresh air from a vent or open window or any other source may prevent CO from reaching the sensor. Please observe cautions in Installation on page 4.
CO could be present on one level of the home and not reach a CO alarm installed on a different level. For example, CO in the basement may not reach an alarm on the second level, near the bedrooms. For this reason, we recommend you provide complete coverage by placing a CO alarm on every level of the home.
CO alarms are not smoke alarms. CO alarms do not sense smoke or fire. For early warning of fire you must install smoke alarms, even though carbon monoxide can be generated by a fire.
Carbon Monoxide Safety
CO alarms should not be used to detect the presence of natural gas (methane), propane, butane, or other combustible fuels.
Instruct children never to touch, unplug or otherwise interfere with the alarm. Warn children of the dangers of CO poisoning.
CO alarms are not a substitute for property, disability, life or other insurance of any kind. Appropriate insurance coverage is your responsibility. Consult your insurance agent.
Possible Sources of CO
Inside your home, appliances used for heating and cooking are the most likely sources of carbon monoxide. Vehicles running in attached garages can also produce dangerous levels of carbon monoxide.
CO can be produced when burning any fossil fuel, such as gasoline, propane, natural gas, oil and wood. It can be produced by any fuel-burning appliance that is malfunctioning, improperly installed, or not ventilated correctly, such as:
•Automobiles, furnaces, gas ranges/stoves, gas clothes dryers, water heaters, portable fuel burning space heaters and generators, fireplaces, wood-burning stoves and certain swimming pool heaters.
•Blocked chimneys or flues, back drafts and changes in air pressure, corroded or disconnected vent pipes, loose or cracked furnace exchangers.
•Vehicles and other combustion engines running in an open or closed garage, attached or near a home.
•Charcoal/gas grills and hibachis in an enclosed area.
