Battery Installation/Replacement
Installation/Replacement
Since batteries are not installed in the unit at the factory, you will need to install them.
Battery Installation/Replacement (cont.)
Battery Replacement/Installation Instructions
To install or replace the batteries in your Kidde unit please per- form the following steps:
Three AA batteries have been included with your purchase. When replacing the batteries, we recommend use of the following for a minimum of one year normal operation:
•Duracell MN1500
• Energizer E91 | • Rayovac 815 |
These batteries can be purchased at your local retailer.
Note: Constant exposure to high or low humidity may reduce battery efficiency.
1.Gently flip open the lower half of the front cover to expose the battery compartment.
2.Remove the old batteries and properly dispose of them as recommended by the battery manufacturer (see figure 10).
TEST | MOVETO |
RESET | FRESHAIR |
Operate | Alarm |
| CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM |
Figure 10
3.Reinstall the new batteries, being careful to seat the red battery warning flags in the recess of the battery well. Also, note the polarity illustration in
the bottom of the battery compartment. If applicable, the
unit will chirp and display 
for approximately one minute and return to normal operation.
4.Gently close the bottom cover. The bottom cover of your CO alarm will NOT close if all three AA batteries are not properly installed.
16 | 17 |
