2546-7201-00(KN-COB-DP2)_V3a.qxd:_ 2014.4.8 9:52 AM Carbon Monoxide Alarm User Guide Models: KN-COB-DP2 KN-COB-DP2 • 120V AC Plug-In • 2 AA battery • Tamper Resist • Event Memory ATTENTION: Please take a few minutes to thoroughly read this user guide which should be saved for future reference and passed on to any subsequent owner.
546-7201-00(KN-COB-DP2)_V3a.qxd:_ 2014.4.8 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.
2546-7201-00(KN-COB-DP2)_V3a.qxd:_ 2014.4.8 9:52 AM Welcome Note: Many times throughout this User 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.
2546-7201-00(KN-COB-DP2)_V3a.qxd:_ 2014.4.8 9:52 AM 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.
2546-7201-00(KN-COB-DP2)_V3a.qxd:_ 2014.4.8 9:52 AM 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 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.
2546-7201-00(KN-COB-DP2)_V3a.qxd:_ 2014.4.8 9:52 AM 1. Information About Carbon Monoxide Possible Sources of Carbon Monoxide Inside your home, appliances used for heating and cooking are the most likely sources of CO. Vehicles running in attached garages can also produce dangerous levels of CO. CO can be produced when burning any fossil fuel, such as gasoline, propane, natural gas, oil and wood.
2546-7201-00(KN-COB-DP2)_V3a.qxd:_ 2014.4.8 9:52 AM 1. Information About Carbon Monoxide To be safe, know the possible sources of CO in your home. Keep fuelburning appliances and their chimneys and vents in good working condition. Learn the early symptoms of exposure, and if you suspect CO poisoning, move outside to fresh air and get emergency help. Your first line of defense is an annual inspection and regular maintenance of your appliances.
2546-7201-00(KN-COB-DP2)_V3a.qxd:_ 2014.4.8 9:52 AM 1. Information About Carbon Monoxide • CO being present on one level of the home and not reach a CO alarm installed on a different level. (For example, CO in the basement may not reach an alarm on the second level, near the bedrooms). For these reasons, we recommend you provide complete coverage by placing a CO alarm on every level of the home. Please carefully read all information on properly installing this CO alarm.
2546-7201-00(KN-COB-DP2)_V3a.qxd:_ 2014.4.8 9:52 AM 2. Product Features and Specifications Low Battery Warning If the battery is missing or battery power is low, the unit will chirp every 60 seconds to indicate the batteries must be replaced. THE BATTERIES MUST BE REPLACED IMMEDIATELY! Low Battery HUSH® CONTROL When the batteries need to be replaced, the unit will produce a low battery warning.
2546-7201-00(KN-COB-DP2)_V3a.qxd:_ 2014.4.8 9:52 AM 2. Product Features and Specifications End of Life Notification IMPORTANT: Ten (10) years after unit is first powered, this alarm will chirp two times every 30 seconds to indicate it is time to replace the alarm. End of Life “Hush”: This model has an End of Life Hush feature which allows you to press the test/reset button on the alarm and disable the “chirps” for a period of 3 days.
2546-7201-00(KN-COB-DP2)_V3a.qxd:_ 2014.4.8 9:52 AM 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 Recommended Locations the 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.
2546-7201-00(KN-COB-DP2)_V3a.qxd:_ 2014.4.8 9:52 AM 4. Installation Instructions How to Install Your Alarm Direct Plug Alarm To install: 1. Choose a standard 120V unswitched outlet to plug the alarm into. 2. Write the date ten years from installation on the Replace by sticker 90º ROTATING DIRECT Tamper-Resist on the CO alarm. Activate Slide PLUG 3. If outlet is mounted sideways, (horizontal) Tamper-Resist rotate the AC blades. Activation Switch 4.
2546-7201-00(KN-COB-DP2)_V3a.qxd:_ 2014.4.8 9:52 AM 6.Operating Characteristics When the CO alarm loses AC power: If you have two good AA batteries installed, the alarm will automatically switch to the battery backup mode and the green LED will flash approximately every 60 seconds. The unit will continue to operate normally and detect CO . When AC power is restored, the alarm will automatically switch back to normal operating mode and the green LED will come on continuously.
2546-7201-00(KN-COB-DP2)_V3a.qxd:_ 2014.4.8 9:52 AM Operating and Alarm Characteristics Function LED Display Error/ service alarm Red LED flashes every One quick beep Unit is in error condition Replace batteries. If “Err” continues, unit 30 seconds every 30 seconds has malfunctioned. Replace immediately. Unit Red LED Constant alarm Very low batteries or will not respond CO constantly on unit malfunction Red LED flashes with 4 quick beeps, Normal operation when CO not detected. Alarm beeps.
2546-7201-00(KN-COB-DP2)_V3a.qxd:_ 2014.4.8 9:52 AM 7. Maintenance Any of these batteries can be purchased where you bought the alarm or at your local hardware store. NOTE: Do not use Lithium batteries with this unit. IMPORTANT: Constant exposures to high or low humidity may reduce battery life. Use only the batteries specified. Use of different batteries may have a detrimental effect on alarm.
2546-7201-00(KN-COB-DP2)_V3a.qxd:_ 2014.4.8 7. Maintenance FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
2546-7201-00(KN-COB-DP2)_V3a.qxd:_ 2014.4.8 TEN YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Warranty Coverage: The manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser, that this product (except batteries) 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.
