1. Information About Carbon Monoxide
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 temporar- ily solved, it’s crucial that the source of the CO is determined and that the appropriate repairs are made.
This CO alarm is designed to act as a monitor; it is not designed for use as a
CO alarms have limitations. Like any other electronic device, CO alarms are not
If your CO alarm fails to test properly, or if its
CO alarms can only sense CO that reaches the unit’s sensor. It’s possible that CO may be present in other areas without reaching the alarm. The rate and ability that which CO reaches the alarm may be affected by:
•Doors or other obstructions.
•Fresh air from a vent, an open window or other source.
•CO being 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 these reasons, we recommend you provide complete coverage by placing a CO alarm on every level of the home. Please carefully read all information in sections 3 and 4 on properly installing this CO alarm.
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.
