Costar 12SIR Alarm Signals, Maintenance Cleaning Your Alarm, Periodic Alarm Testing

Instruction Manual: COSTAR® 12SIR, 12V System CO Alarm

for proper operation and the RED LED will flash 4-6 times. At completion of the self-test, the alarm will sound 2 alarm patterns. The alarm then resumes normal operation.

9.8This box contains two self-adhesive labels. You should write the telephone numbers of the emergency service provider and a qualified technician in the space provided on the labels. Place one label next to the alarm, and the other label near a source of fresh air where you plan to gather after the alarm indicates the presence of carbon monoxide.

9.9Attention Installer: Please leave this manual at residence for user's information.

10.0ALARM SIGNALS

10.1NORMAL OPERATION

RED L.E.D. flashes once every 30 seconds, indicating that the alarm is powered and active.

10.2ALARM CONDITION

RED LED turns "on" for 2 seconds and "off" for 4 seconds with 4 short beeps for 1 second and 5 seconds of silence. The

RED LED will illuminate and the alarm relay will be energized (N.O. or N.C.). Pushing and holding the test/reset button for 3 seconds will silence the alarm for about 4 minutes. After 4 minutes, the alarm will once again sound until the unsafe CO concentration is reduced.

10.2.1Connected zone should be programmed for 24 hour monitoring and immediate response for hazardous levels of carbon monoxide.

10.2.2Alarm RELAY output 1 form 'C' dry contacts (non-latching) current capacity is 100 microAmp - 0.1A

10.3TROUBLE CONDITION

The detector self-tests every 10 minutes. The detector will beep and the Indicator/Test button will flash twice every 30

seconds if a fault is detected. This is an indication of a malfunction and that the detector requires immediate servicing.

10.3.1Trouble RELAY output

1 form 'C' dry contacts (non-latching) current capacity is 100 microAmp – 0.1A Trouble relay connection to panel is optional.

11.0MAINTENANCE CLEANING YOUR ALARM:

11.1Keep your CO alarms clean–do not wash.

11.2To clean your alarm remove it from the mounting bracket as outlined in section 9.2.

11.3You can clean the interior of your alarm by using your vacuum cleaner hose and vacuuming through the openings around the perimeter of the alarm.

11.4The outside can be wiped with a cloth.

11.5After cleaning, reinstall your alarm and test your alarm by using the TEST button.

11.6Test your alarms weekly and repair or replace them when they no longer function. As with any electronic product, alarms have a limited life and alarms that do not work cannot warn you.

WARNING: Do not use any household cleaning agents, paints, varnishes or any other chemical on your 12SIR alarm.

NOTE: REGULAR TESTING IS RECOMMENDED.

12.0PERIODIC ALARM TESTING

Test the alarm weekly for proper operation by pushing the test button until a short beep is heard (approximately three seconds). Release the button. The alarm will then test itself for proper operation and the RED LED light will flash 4-6 times. At completion of the test, the alarm will sound 2 patterns. The alarm then resumes normal operation.

13.0SERVICE AND WARRANTY

If after reviewing this manual you feel that your CO Alarm is defective in any way, do not tamper with the unit. Before returning the device, call Quantum Group's customer service line at 1-800-432-5599 to receive a return merchandise authorization (RMA) number. Once an RMA number has been issued, return the product along with a proof of purchase that includes a date. Please enclose a note describing the problem and send it to:

7737 Kenamar Court

San Diego, CA 92121-2425

Or call us toll free 1-800-432-5599

E-mail address: CustomerService@QGinc.com

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