BRK electronic CO5120B user manual If Your CO Alarm Sounds, If the Alarm Sounds

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6.Make sure each unit is receiving AC power. Under normal operation, the red light (LED) will shine continuously.

7.Test each CO alarm. Press and hold the test button until the unit alarms: 4 beeps, pause, 4 beeps, pause.

IMPORTANT!

In a series of interconnected alarms, you must test each alarm separately by pressing and holding the test button. Make sure all units alarm when each one is tested.

IMPORTANT!

If any unit in the series does not alarm during testing, TURN OFF POWER and recheck connections. If it does not alarm when you restore power, replace it immediately.

CHAPTER 3: If Your CO Alarm Sounds

WARNING!

Actuation of your CO alarm indicates the presence of carbon monoxide (CO) which can kill you. When your CO alarm sounds, you must not ignore it!

If the Alarm Sounds:

1.Operate the Test/Silence button.

2.Call your emergency services, fire department or 911. Write down the number of your local emergency service here:

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3.Immediately move (everyone) 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,

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the premises have been aired out, and your CO alarm remains in its normal condition.

(Do not remove or disconnect the alarm!)

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 technician 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.

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Contents Model CO5120B-User’s Manual 120VAC 60 Hz .085A Standby .087A AlarmTable of Contents Introduction Basic Safety InformationCover Of Your CO Alarm HOW Your CO Alarm WorksGeneral Information Malfunction WarningBasic Operation Supply Voltage 120VAC 60Hz .085A Standby .087A Alarm CO Alarm SpecificationsWhere to Install CO Alarms InstallationA Single-level Home A Multi-level HomeDo not locate this CO alarm Where not to Install CO AlarmsBattery Compartment Lock Using the Optional Locking FeaturesTo Unlock the Battery Compartment Tools you will need Mounting Bracket LockBefore you begin installation HOW to Install Your CO AlarmParts Of This CO Alarm Activating the battery back-up SINGLE-STATION Installation AC powered CO alarms will not operate Interconnecting Multiple CO AlarmsInterconnecting Multiple CO Alarms To Install Do not remove or disconnect the alarm If Your CO Alarm SoundsIf the Alarm Sounds If the CO alarm...remains silent Using the Silence FeatureFinding the Source of CO After an Alarm Interconnected Alarms Latching Alarm IndicatorNon-Interconnected or Stand-Alone Alarm Weekly Testing Testing and MaintenanceRegular Maintenance To keep the CO alarm in good working orderWhat You Need To Know About CO What is CO?Symptoms of CO Poisoning Potential Sources Of CO Home How Can I Protect My Family? Underwriters Laboratories Inc. UL2034 What Levels of CO Cause an Alarm?UL2034 Required Alarm Points If your CO alarm does this It means You should Troubleshooting GuideDuring Testing Understanding the Light and Horn Patterns AC Power onUnderstanding the Light and Horn Patterns AC Power OFF General Limitations Of CO Alarms Page Page Limited Warranty