820-1685B_10Y_V2:_ 2012.9.14 10:25 AM Page 1 Carbon Monoxide Alarm User’s Guide Models: KN-COB-IC and KN-COP-IC KN-COB-IC KN-COP-IC with Digital Display • 120V AC Wire-In • 9V Battery Backup • Interconnectable with other Kidde alarms ATTENTION: Please take a few minutes to thoroughly read this user’s guide which should be saved for future reference and passed on to any subsequent owner.
820-1685B_10Y_V2:_ 2012.9.14 10:25 AM Page 2 What to do When the Alarm Sounds! Carbon Monoxide Alarm Procedure WARNING: Activation of the CO Alarm indicates the presence of Carbon Monoxide (CO) which can kill you. 1) Operate the Test/Reset button; 2) Call your emergency services (Fire Department or 911); PHONE NUMBER: 3) Immediately move to fresh air - outdoors or by an open door/window. Do a head count to check that all persons are accounted for.
820-1685B_10Y_V2:_ 2012.9.14 10:25 AM Page 3 Welcome Note: Many times throughout this User’s Guide, we will refer to Carbon Monoxide as “CO”. This Kidde carbon monoxide (CO) alarm is an important part of your family’s home safety plan. This alarm has been designed and tested to detect CO buildup in a residential environment. Your alarm is for use specifically in the home. As an owner of a CO alarm, there are some basic facts you should know about for your protection.
820-1685B_10Y_V2:_ 2012.9.14 10:25 AM Page 4 Important Warning Statements ! WARNING: This product is intended for use in ordinary indoor locations of family living units. It is not designed to measure compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), commercial or industrial standards. It is not suitable for installation in hazardous locations as defined in the National Electric Code.
820-1685B_10Y_V2:_ 2012.9.14 10:25 AM Page 5 1. Information About Carbon Monoxide General Carbon Monoxide Information Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless and tasteless poison gas that can be fatal when inhaled. CO inhibits the blood’s capacity to carry oxygen. Periodically review this user's guide and discuss your CO alarm emergency procedure with all the members of your family. Never ignore a CO alarm. A true alarm is an indication of potentially dangerous levels of CO.
820-1685B_10Y_V2:_ 2012.9.14 10:25 AM Page 6 1. Information About Carbon Monoxide Carbon Monoxide PPM Levels (model KN-COP-IC with digital display only) Model KN-COP-IC is equipped with a digital display that shows levels of CO (displayed in PPM – parts per million). Learn the difference between dangerous, high, mid and low levels. Dangerous Levels: When someone is experiencing symptoms of CO poisoning and CO readings are generally above 100 PPM.
820-1685B_10Y_V2:_ 2012.9.14 10:25 AM Page 7 1. Information About Carbon Monoxide • Blocked chimneys or flues, back drafts and changes in air pressure, corroded or disconnected vent pipes, loose or cracked furnace exchangers. • Vehicles and other combustion engines running in an open or closed garage, attached or near a home. • Burning charcoal or fuel in grills and hibachis in an enclosed area.
20-1685B_10Y_V2:_ 2012.9.14 10:25 AM Page 8 1. Information About Carbon Monoxide Because carbon monoxide is a cumulative poison, long-term exposures to low levels may cause symptoms, as well as short-term exposures to high levels. This Kidde unit has a time-weighted alarm – the higher the level of CO present, the sooner the alarm will be triggered. 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.
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820-1685B_10Y_V2:_ 2012.9.14 10:25 AM Page 10 2. Product Features and Specifications Temperature: Operating Range: 40°F (4.4°C) to 100°F (37.8°C) Humidity: Operating range: 10-95% non-condensing Audible Alarm: 85+ dB at 10’ @ 3.4±0.
820-1685B_10Y_V2:_ 2012.9.14 10:25 AM Page 11 3. Installation Locations Recommended Installation Locations CO alarms should be mounted in or near bedrooms and living areas. It is recommended that you install a Kidde CO alarm on each level of your home. When choosing your installation locations, make sure you can hear the Recommended Locations alarm from all sleeping areas. If you install only one CO alarm in your home, install it near bedrooms, not in the basement or furnace room.
820-1685B_10Y_V2:_ 2012.9.14 10:25 AM Page 12 3. Installation Locations • Do not obstruct the vents located on the alarm. Do not place the alarm where drapes, furniture or other objects block the flow of air to the vents. 4. Installation Instructions Interconnecting CAUTION: Kidde (Fyrnetics/Lifesaver/Kidde/Nighthawk/Pyrene) alarms and accessories can only be interconnected with other Kidde alarms and accessories.
820-1685B_10Y_V2:_ 2012.9.14 10:25 AM Page 13 4. Installation Instructions • With 18 alarms interconnected, it is still possible to interconnect up to a total of six remote signaling devices and/or relay modules. • The maximum wire run distance between the first and last unit in an interconnected system is 1000’ (305 m). • Make certain alarms are wired to a continuous, (non-switched) power line.
820-1685B_10Y_V2:_ 2012.9.14 10:25 AM Page 14 4. Installation Instructions Mounting • After selecting the proper location for your CO Alarm and wiring the AC Quick-Connector harness, attach the mounting plate to the electrical box. To ensure aesthetic alignment of the alarm with the hallway, or wall, the “A” line on the mounting plate must be parallel with the hallway when ceiling mounted or horizontal when wall mounted.
820-1685B_10Y_V2:_ 2012.9.14 10:25 AM Page 15 4. Installation Instructions Tamper Resist Feature To make this CO alarm somewhat tamper resistant, a tamper resist feature has been provided. Activate the feature by breaking off the four posts in the square holes in the mounting plate. When the posts are broken off, the tamper resist tab on the base is allowed to engage the mounting plate. Rotate the alarm onto the mounting plate until you hear the tamper resist tab snap into place, locking the alarm.
820-1685B_10Y_V2:_ 2012.9.14 10:25 AM Page 16 5. Alarm Characteristics If interconnected to other Kidde alarms and the backup battery (if equipped) is low or missing, or if the unit malfunctions, it will display other readings (and alarm differently) to alert you of specific conditions. Please familiarize yourself, and other family members, to the difference between a CO reading and and indication signifying a problem with the unit itself.
820-1685B_10Y_V2:_ 2012.9.14 10:25 AM Page 17 6. Model KN-COB-IC Operating Characteristics Whenever the alarm is operating, the green Power LED is illuminated to indicate the unit is monitoring for CO. If the alarm senses dangerous levels of CO, the red Alarm LED will flash and the alarm will emit an audible alarm pattern.
820-1685B_10Y_V2:_ 2012.9.14 10:25 AM Page 18 7. Model KN-COP-IC (with digital display) Operating Characteristics Whenever the alarm is operating, the green Power LED is illuminated and the digital display will display “0” to indicate the unit is monitoring for CO. If the alarm senses dangerous levels of CO, the red Alarm LED will flash, the digital display will indicate the CO concentration in parts per million (PPM), and the alarm will emit an audible alarm pattern.
820-1685B_10Y_V2:_ 2012.9.14 10:25 AM Page 19 7. Model KN-COP-IC (with digital display) Operating Characteristics LED Display Shows Alarm Sound Unit Status Recommendation Replace battery. If "Err" continues, unit has malfunctioned and must be replaced immediately. Unit will not respond to CO. Press the Peak Level button while unit is in "Err" mode to obtain error code and call Product Support line.
820-1685B_10Y_V2:_ 2012.9.14 10:25 AM Page 20 8. Maintenance NOTE: This unit is sealed. The cover is not removable. Due to the loudness of the alarm, we suggest that you place your fingers over the sounder opening while testing your alarm. CAUTION: Continuous exposure to the high sound level of this alarm over an extended period of time may cause hearing loss. Testing To test the alarm, press the Test/Reset button.
820-1685B_10Y_V2:_ 2012.9.14 10:25 AM Page 21 8. Maintenance disconnected, or if the battery’s power is low, a red LED flash will occur once every 60 seconds, accompanied by an audible beep. If this happens, the battery must be replaced. (For model KN-COP-IC with digital display: “Lb” will be displayed alternately with the current CO reading once every second). IMPORTANT: Constant exposures to high or low humidity may reduce battery life.
820-1685B_10Y_V2:_ 2012.9.14 10:25 AM Page 22 8. Maintenance After installing or changing the battery, reinstall your alarm. Test your alarm by using the Test/Reset button and check that the green “Power” LED is on. Maintenance Tips To keep your alarm in good working order, you must follow these simple steps: • Test the alarm once a week by pressing the Test/Reset button. • Vacuum the alarm cover once a month to remove accumulated dust. • Never use detergents or solvents to clean the alarm.
820-1685B_10Y_V2:_ 2012.9.14 10:25 AM Page 23 TEN YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Warranty Coverage: The manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser, that this product (except battery) will be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of ten (10) years from date of purchase. The manufacturer’s liability hereunder is limited to replacement of the product, repair of the product or replacement of the product with repaired product at the discretion of the manufacturer.
