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This user’s manual contains important information about your Carbon Monoxide (CO) Alarm’s operation. If you are installing this CO alarm for use by others, you must leave this manual—or a copy of it—with the end user. 120V AC ~ 60 Hz 0.09A 120V PLUG-IN CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM WITH DIGITAL DISPLAY AND SILENCE FEATURE Reliable Protection, Maximum Convenience! • Just plug the alarm into a regular outlet, test, and it’s ready to go! • Memory stores highest levels of CO detected. Easy to display, easy to clear! THIS USER’S MANUAL HAS BEEN RESIZED TO PRINT OUT ON 8-1/2 x 11” PAGES. BLACK page numbers reference the original printed document. RED page numbers reference this web version. TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2 Basic Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 How Your CO Alarm Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Understanding Your CO Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Using the Peak COMemory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3 Where to Install CO Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Where CO Alarms Should NOT Be Installed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3/2 How to Install Your CO Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 If Your CO Alarm Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 If the Alarm Signal Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Using the Silence Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Testing and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4/3 Weekly Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4/3 Regular Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4/3 What You Need To Know About CO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5/3-4 What is CO? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4/3 Symptoms of CO Poisoning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Finding the Source of CO After an Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Potential Sources of CO in the Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 How Can I Protect My Family? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5/4 Underwriters Laboratories Inc. UL2034 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5/4 Frequently Asked Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6/5 General Limitations Of CO Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6/5 Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6/5 All Rights Reserved. © 2003 BRK Brands, Inc. BRK Brands, Inc., 3901 Liberty Street Road, Aurora, IL 60504-8122 Consumer Affairs: (800) 323-9005 • 3 HOW YOUR CO ALARM WORKS GENERAL INFORMATION Leave your CO Alarm plugged in year-round. CO problems can occur any time during the year, and this Alarm can only alert you if it is plugged in and receiving power. This CO Alarm is intended for use in a standard, unswitched 120V AC wall outlet. It is not intended for use in extension cords, power strips, or outletscontrolled by a switch or dimmer. These may not provide continuous power tothe unit. When fully powered, the unit samples the air and takes a new readingabout every second. A microchip inside the unit stores each reading, andremembers the levels of CO it has been exposed to over time. The Alarmsounds when it has been exposed to a “critical” level of CO (measured in parts per million or “ppm”) within a specified time (measured in minutes). ThisCO Alarm features a permanently installed sensor, an indicator light, and an85 dB alarm horn. It also has a Silence Feature to temporarily quiet the alarmhorn. MALFUNCTION WARNING This unit performs self-diagnostic tests approximately every second. If the Alarm malfunctions, replace it immediately. THE COVER OF YOUR CO ALARM INTRODUCTION BASIC SAFETY INFORMATION • Dangers, Warnings, and Cautions alert you to important operating instructions or to potentially hazardous situations. Pay special attention to these items. • THIS IS NOT A SMOKE ALARM! This CO Alarm is designed to detect carbon monoxide from ANY source of combustion. It is NOT designed to detect smoke, fire, or any other gas. • This CO Alarm is approved for use in single-family residences. It is NOT designed for marine or RV use. • This CO Alarm will only indicate the presence of carbon monoxide gas at the sensor. Carbon monoxide gas may be present ...