TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

PROBLEM...

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The light continues to flash (GREEN) and the horn

Low battery warning.

Install 2 new AA batteries*.

“chirps” once every minute.

 

 

 

 

 

The light flashes (GREEN) and the horn sounds

MALFUNCTION SIGNAL. Based on its Self Test

CO Alarms under warranty should be returned to

3 “chirps” every minute.

diagnostics, the unit has detected a malfunction.

manufacturer for replacement. See “Limited

 

The unit needs to be replaced.

Warranty” for details.

 

 

 

The light flashes (GREEN) and the horn sounds

END OF LIFE SIGNAL.

Immediately replace the CO Alarm.

5 “chirps” every minute.

CO Alarm needs to be replaced.

 

 

 

 

CO Alarm goes back into alarm 4 minutes after you

CO levels indicate a potentially dangerous situation.

IF YOU ARE FEELING SYMPTOMS OF CO

press the Test/Silence button.

 

POISONING, EVACUATE your home and call 911 or

 

 

the Fire Department. If not, press the Test/Silence

 

 

button again and keep ventilating your home.

 

 

 

CO Alarm sounds frequently even though no high

The CO Alarm may be improperly located. Refer to

Relocate your alarm. If frequent alarms continue,

levels of CO are revealed in an investigation.

“Where to Install CO Alarms.”

have home rechecked for potential CO problems.

 

 

You may be experiencing an intermittent CO problem.

 

 

 

*For a list of acceptable replacement batteries, see “Page 4: Regular Maintenance.”

If you have any questions that cannot be answered by reading this manual, call Consumer Affairs at 1-800-323-9005.

LIMITED WARRANTY

BRK Brands, Inc. ("BRK") the maker of BRK® brand and First Alert® brand products, warrants that for a period of seven years from the date of purchase, this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship. BRK, at its option, will repair or replace this product or any component of the product found to be defective during the warranty period. Replacement will be made with a new or remanufactured product or component. If the product is no longer available, replacement may be made with a similar product of equal or greater value. This is your exclusive warranty.

This warranty is valid for the original retail purchaser from the date of initial retail purchase and is not transferable. Keep the original sales receipt. Proof of purchase is required to obtain warranty performance. BRK dealers, service centers, or retail stores selling BRK products do not have the right to alter, modify or any way change the terms and conditions of this warranty.

This warranty does not cover normal wear of parts or damage resulting from any of the following: negligent use or misuse of the product, use on improper voltage or current, use contrary to the operating instructions, disassembly, repair or alteration by anyone other than BRK or an authorized service center. Further, the warranty does not cover acts of God, such as fire, flood, hurricanes and tornadoes or any batteries that are included with this unit.

BRK shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by the breach of any express or implied warranty. Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in duration to the duration of the above warranty. Some states, provinces, or jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state, or province to province.

How to Obtain Warranty Service

Service: If service is required, do not return the product to your retailer. In order to obtain warranty service, contact the Consumer Affairs Division at 1-800-323-9005, 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Central Standard Time, Monday through Friday. To assist in serving you, please have the model number and date of purchase available when calling. 25 Spur Drive, El Paso, TX 79906

Battery: BRK Brands, Inc. makes no warranty, express or implied, written or oral, including that of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose, with respect to battery.

For your records, please record:

Date Purchased: _______________Where Purchased: ___________________

Date Installed: ____________/____________Month/Year

Replace alarm 7 years after installation. Please write the date in the space provided:

_____________/____________Month/Year

The alarm will also provide an audible End-of-Life Signal approximately 7 years after installation to remind you to replace the unit.

The End-of-Life Signal can be silenced for up to 2 days. Do not unplug the alarm or remove the batteries until you get replacement.

First Alert® is a registered trademark of the First Alert Trust.

Printed in Mexico M08-0157-007 P 08/10

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