Owners Manual Model COZ-1
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CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM
Carbon Monoxide Alarm
Owners Manual ModelModel COZ-1
Item 6060
CAREFULLY READ AND UNDERSTAND THE CONTENTS OF THIS
INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE USING THE ALARM.
STORE THE MANUAL IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
PAY PARTICULAR ATTENTION TO THE SAFETY WARNINGS. PASS THE MANUAL ONTO ANY SUBSEQUENT USERS OF THE ALARM.
WARNING
Activation of your CO alarm’s audible buzzer indicates the presence of carbon monoxide (CO) which can KILL YOU.
WARNING. THIS PRODUCT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN ORDINARY INDOOR LOCATIONS OF FAMILY LIVING UNITS. IT IS NOT DESIGNED TO MEASURE COMPLIANCE WITH OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION (OSHA) COMMERCIAL OR INDUSTRIAL STANDARDS.
INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE AT SPECIAL RISK FROM CARBON MONOXIDE EXPOSURE BY REASON OF AGE, PREGNANCY OR MEDICAL CONDITION MAY CONSIDER USING WARNING DEVICES WHICH PROVIDE AUDIBLE AND VISUAL SIGNALS FOR CARBON MONOXIDE CONCENTRATION UNDER 30PPM. IF IN DOUBT CONSULT YOUR MEDICAL PRACTITIONER.
THIS CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM IS NOT
•Designed to detect smoke, fire or any gas other than carbon monoxide.
•To be seen as a substitute for the proper servicing of
•To be used on an intermittent basis, or as a portable alarm for the spillage of combustion products from
CAUTION
This carbon monoxide alarm is designed for indoor use only. Do not expose to rain or moisture. Do not knock or drop the alarm. Do not open or tamper with the alarm as this could cause malfunction. The alarm will not protect against the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning when the batteries have drained. The alarm will only indicate the presence of carbon monoxide gas at the sensor. Carbon monoxide gas may be present in other areas.
IMPORTANT
•Carbon monoxide is produced by the incomplete combustion of fuels such as wood, charcoal, coal, heating oil, paraffin, gasoline, natural gas, propane, butane, etc.
•Ideally, it is recommended that a carbon monoxide alarm should be installed in or near every room that has a fuel burning appliance such as any gas fireplaces, furnaces, room heaters, water heaters, cookers, grills, etc.
•Ensure that the alarm buzzer can be heard by all those who are intended to hear it. Seek medical help if it is suspected that a member of the household is suffering from carbon monoxide poisoning.
•If the alarm sounds, make sure to investigate the problem. Ignoring the alarm may result in sickness, injury or death. (CO may be present even if nothing is seen or smelled by the user).
•Alarm should be tested once per month. If further details are required which do not appear in this manual contact Climate Controls Americas.
This pack contains:One alarm; Mounting kit; Owners manual; information label.
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this alarm which is designed to detect the presence of carbon monoxide. This manual contains
information on the installation and operation of the CO alarm. The red light flashes at
approximately
to indicate the alarm is operating correctly. The red light will flash
continuously and the buzzer will
sound if carbon monoxide is detected. The alarm is suitable for use in areas where cooking and heating appliances burn fuels such as wood, charcoal, coal, oil, gas, etc.
This carbon monoxide alarm is designed to detect carbon monoxide gas from any source of combustion.
WHAT IS CARBON MONOXIDE?
Carbon monoxide (CO) is a highly poisonous gas which is released when fuels are burnt. It is invisible, has no smell and is therefore very difficult to detect with the human senses. The first warning symptoms that CO is present in the air are usually headaches and nausea. Under normal conditions, in a room where fuel burning appliances are well maintained and correctly ventilated, the amount of carbon monoxide released into the room by appliances is not dangerous.
A dangerous quantity of carbon monoxide can occur if one or more of the following conditions exists:
1.An appliance is faulty or is poorly maintained.
2.A flue is partially or totally blocked.
3.A room is not adequately ventilated.
The following conditions can result in potentially dangerous CO situations:
1.Excessive spillage or reverse venting of fuel burning appliances caused by outdoor conditions, such as:
i)Wind direction and/or velocity; including high gusts of wind. Heavy air in the vent pipes (cold/humid air with extended periods between cycles).
ii)Negative pressure differential resulting from use of exhaust fans.
iii)Simultaneous operation of several fuel burning appliances competing for limited internal air.
iv)Vent pipe connections vibrating loose from clothes dryers, furnaces or water heaters.
v)Obstructions in or unconventional vent pipe designs which can amplify the above situations.
2.Extended use of unvented fuel burning devices.
3.Temperature increase which can trap exhaust gases near the ground.
4.Car idling in an open or closed attached garage or near a home.
SYMPTOMS OF CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING
Carbon monoxide binds to the hemoglobin in the blood and reduces the amount of oxygen being circulated in the body. The following symptoms are related to CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING and should be discussed with ALL members of the household:
Mild exposure: | Slight headache, nausea, vomiting, fatigue |
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Medium exposure: | Severe throbbing headache, drowsiness, |
| confusion, fast heart rate. |
Extreme exposure: | Unconsciousness, convulsions, cardiorespiratory |
| failure, death. |
Many causes of reported CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING indicate that while victims are aware that they are not well, they become so disoriented that they are unable to save themselves by either exiting the building or calling for assistance.
Also young children and pets may be the first to be affected.
Consult a physician if any symptoms are experienced.
WHERE TO PUT THE ALARM
Locate the top of the alarm no more than 6 feet from the floor.
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Basement
=Carbon Monoxide alarm location
IN WHICH ROOM TO PUT THE ALARM
Ideally an alarm should be fitted in or near every room that contains a furnace or fuel burning heat source. However, if there is more than one appliance the following points should be taken into account:
•An alarm should be installed in any family living unit containing a fuel- burning appliance or fireplace or having an attached garage.
•An alarm should be centrally located outside of each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms. More than one alarm could be needed where bedrooms are separated and the audibility of the alarm to occupants within the bedrooms is impaired.
WHERE NOT TO PUT THE ALARM
Do not place the alarm in the following areas:
•Outside the building.
•In or below a cupboard.
•In a damp or humid area.
•Directly above a sink or stove/oven.
•Next to a door or window or anywhere that would be affected by drafts.
•Where the air flow to the alarm would be obstructed by curtains or furniture.
•When dirt or dust could collect and block the sensor, and stop it from functioning.
•In an area where the temperature could drop below 40°F (4.4°C) or rise to above 100°F (37.8°C).
•Where it could be easily knocked, damaged, or where it could be inadvertently removed.
•Within 5 feet (1.5m) of any cooking appliance.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE OF ALARM
The alarm should be tested monthly by pressing and holding the test/reset button on the front of the alarm for several seconds. The alarm is
CLEANING AGENTS, BLEACH OR POLISH.
The unit requires 3 x 1.5V alkaline batteries. The following are suitable replacements: Gold Peak 24A LR03, Energizer E92 LR03
Use only the batteries listed. Use of batteries not listed may affect performance of the unit.
USING THE DETECTOR
To activate the detector, pull the red tab. The red light will flash briefly and the buzzer will sound a short chirp. If this doesn’t happen please check battery installation.
Press the test/reset button and check that the red light flashes and the buzzer sounds. The detector is now operating and ready for use.
