Normal Operation
While on AC power, in the event of a CO incident, the alarm pattern will continue to repeat as long as CO is present.
NOTE: Pressing the Test/Reset button tests the functions of the alarm’s internal components, circuitry and
YOU DO NOT NEED TO PRESS THE TEST BUTTON TO TAKE A CO READING. CO readings are automatically shown on the alarm’s digital display. If the alarm indicates zero (0), then no measurable amount of CO has been sensed by the alarm within the past 15 seconds.
How to Know If Your Alarm is Malfunctioning
Your alarm performs an internal
If the alarm malfunctions
In the rare event that your alarm malfunctions, it will alert you with one of these signal groups (depending upon the type of malfunction that occurs):
Malfunction Signal Group 1 - Component Failure
–An intermittent “chirping” alarm will sound every 30 seconds.
–An “Err” message will appear on the digital display,
–The yellow LED will light continuously, and
–The unit does not respond to pressing the Test button.
OR,
Malfunction Signal Group 2 - Microprocessor Failure
–The alarm will sound continuously,
–The digital display will be blank,
–The yellow LED will light continuously
–The alarm cannot be shut off by pushing “Test/Reset” button, and,
–The unit is receiving sufficient power from the 230 volt outlet or fresh battery.
Unplug the alarm immediately and return for warranty exchange (see “Warranty” on back page).
What to do if you’re not sure...
PLEASE familiarize yourself with the malfunction alert, Do not confuse these signals with an alarm. After reading the information above, if you are still unsure whether your alarm is operating properly, call the Kidde Freephone Customer Hotline at 0800 917 0722 to do a quick diagnostic check of the alarm over the phone. The customer service representa- tive will be able to assist you and answer your questions.
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