Battery Powered Carbon Monoxide Alarm User’s Guide Model KN-COB-B P/N: 9CO5 Carbon Monoxide Alarm MOVE TO FRESH AIR TEST/ RESET OPERATE ALARM ATTENTION: Please take a few minutes to thoroughly read this manual, which should be saved for future reference and passed on to any subsequent owner. If you have any questions about the operation or installation of your alarm, please call our toll free Consumer Hotline at 1-800-880-6788. 810-1362 REV.
Table of Contents Carbon Monoxide Overview Quick Set Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . Installation Instructions . . . . Installation Location Mounting Where to Install Where NOT to Install Features and Operations . . . Red Alarm Indicator Green Operating Indicator Test/Reset Button Carbon Monoxide Overview . . . . . .Page 2 . . . . . .Page 3 . . . . . .Pages 4-5 . . . . . .Pages 6-7 Battery Installation/Replacement . .Pages 8-9 What To Do If The Alarm Sounds . .
Quick Set Up Installation Instructions Remove the three enclosed AA batteries and install them into the battery well. Carefully place the red battery warning flags into the battery well. Observe the battery polarity markings at the bottom of the battery well. When the batteries are first installed, the unit will beep once and the red alarm light will flash. After approximately 20-30 seconds the green light will flash indicating that the unit is operational. Replace battery cover.
Installation Instructions (cont.) • Insure that all vents of the unit are unobstructed. • Do not install in dead air spaces such as peaks of vaulted ceilings, or gabled roofs. • Do not install in turbulent air from ceiling fans. Do not place near fresh air vents or close to doors and windows that open to the outside. • Keep the CO alarm away from excessively dusty, dirty, or greasy areas such as kitchens, garages and furnace rooms. Dust, grease and household chemicals can affect the sensor.
Features and Operation (cont.) Battery Installation/Replacement Test/Reset Button Since batteries are not installed in the unit at the factory, you will need to install them. Your Kidde unit will continue to remind you to change the batteries for up to seven days after low batteries are detected. The test/reset button is used to test the unit’s electronics and to reset the unit during alarm (see figure 3).
Battery Installation/Replacement (cont.) Battery Installation/Replacement Instructions To install or replace the batteries in your Kidde unit please perform the following steps: Carbon Monoxide Alarm Procedure WARNING: Actuation of the CO Alarm indicates the presence of Carbon Monoxide (CO) which can kill you. Carbon Monoxide Alarm TEST/ RESET MOVE TO FRESH AIR P Le ea ve k l 1. Gently lift open the battery cover to expose the battery compartment.
Alarm/Danger Levels Caution: This CO alarm will only indicate the presence of CO at the sensor. CO may be present in other areas. Mild Exposure: Headaches, running nose, sore eyes, often described as “flu-like” symptoms. Alarm/Danger Levels (cont.) Concentration of CO in Air (ppm = parts per million) 50 ppm Medium Exposure: Dizziness, drowsiness, vomiting. Extreme Exposure: Unconsciousness, brain damage, death. 200 ppm Familiarization with the effects of each level is important.
Caring for your Kidde Battery Powered CO Alarm How to Care for Your Alarm To keep your CO 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. Use the soft brush attachment of your vacuum cleaner, and unplug the alarm from the electrical outlet before vacuuming. •Instruct children never to touch, unplug or otherwise interfere with the unit.
Product Specifications Limited Warranty Power: Three AA batteries (supplied) Sensor: Electrochemical carbon monoxide sensor Temperature: Operating range 4.4°C (40°F) to 37.8°C (100°F) Mounting: Accessories supplied for wall mounting Alarm: 85+ dB at 10' @ 3.4 ± 0.5 KHz pulsing alarm WARRANTY COVERAGE: THE MANUFACTURER WARRANTS TO THE ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASER, THAT THIS ALARM WILL BE FREE OF DEFECTS IN MATERIAL AND WORKMANSHIP FOR A PERIOD OF FIVE (5) YEARS FROM DATE OF PURCHASE.
Limited Warranty The model number and assembly number can be found on the label on the back of the CO alarm. For Warranty Service: In many cases the quickest way to exchange your CO alarm is to return it to the original place of purchase. If you have questions, call the KIDDE customer service department at 1-800-880-6788 for assistance.
