Normal Operation
If your alarm sounder is beeping, and you are not sure if it is a CO alarm or a malfunction alert, reset the alarm, open windows for ventila- tion and evacuate the premises immediately. Then call the Kidde Freephone Customer Hotline at 0800 917 0722 for assistance.
Never ignore an alarm. A true alarm is an indication of potentially dan- gerous levels of CO.
How to Care for Your Alarm
To keep your alarm in good working order, you must follow these sim- ple steps:
•Test the alarm once a week by pressing the Test/Reset button.
•Vacuum the alarm cover once a month to remove accumulated dust. Unplug the alarm from the electrical outlet and use the soft brush attachment of your vacuum cleaner.
•Instruct children never to touch, unplug, or otherwise interfere with the alarm.
•Never use detergents or solvents to clean the alarm. Chemicals can permanently damage or temporarily contaminate the sensor.
•Avoid spraying air freshener, hair spray, paint or other aerosols near the alarm.
•Do not paint the alarm. Paint will seal the vents and interfere with proper sensor operation.
•Do not mount the alarm directly above or near a nappy pail.
Note: If you will be staining or stripping wood floors or furniture, paint- ing,
Remove the alarm to a remote location to prevent possible damage to or contamination of the sensor. You may wish to unplug the alarm and store in a plastic bag during the project.
The following is a list of substances that at high levels can affect the sensor and cause an alarm.
Methane, propane,
Most aerosol sprays, alcohol based products, fresh paint, thinner, sol- vent, adhesive, hair spray, aftershave, perfume, auto exhaust (cold start) and some cleaning agents.
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