CO/Gas Alarm Manual Rev.
CO/Gas Alarm Manual Rev. C 3/21/01 11:37 AM Page 3 Table of Contents About this User’s Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .i Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .i Quick Set Up Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ii Part One - Your Nighthawk Carbon Monoxide (CO) and Gas Alarm: • About your CO and Gas alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1,2 • What CO and Gas alarms can and cannot do . . . . . . .
CO/Gas Alarm Manual Rev. C 3/21/01 11:37 AM Page 4 About this User’s Guide Introduction Notice we call this booklet a “User’s Guide” and not an “Owner’s Manual.” This is because our intention is you use this guide just as you will be using your Nighthawk CO and Gas alarm. Keep the guide in a handy location and refer to it when you have questions about your CO and Gas alarm, its functions and features. This Nighthawk carbon monoxide (CO) alarm is an important part of your family’s home safety plan.
CO/Gas Alarm Manual Rev. C 3/21/01 11:37 AM Page 5 Quick Set-Up Guide We urge you to read this entire manual in the sequence it is presented. But, if you only read one part of this guide initially, read this page! Listed below are seven easy steps for setting up your Nighthawk CO and Gas alarm. Please read the entire guide for complete information. Setting up your CO and Gas alarm for first time operation: Step 1 Step 5 Determine the best location for your CO and Gas alarm(s).
CO/Gas Alarm Manual Rev. C 3/21/01 11:37 AM Page 6 Part One – Your Nighthawk CO and Gas Alarm About Your CO and Gas Alarm Nighthawk CO and Gas Alarm – rear view The number one feature that sets Nighthawk apart from other alarms is its unique digital display that gives you a continuos readout of CO levels from 30-999 parts per million and an easy method for determining if Gas is being detected. The digital display serves as an early warning of CO or Gas presence.
CO/Gas Alarm Manual Rev. C 3/21/01 11:37 AM Page 7 Part One – Your Nighthawk CO and Gas Alarm Nighthawk’s Unique Features What Carbon Monoxide and Explosive Gas Alarms Can and Cannot Do Digital Display The continuous digital display shows you the level of carbon monoxide (if any) the unit is sensing as well as if Gas is present. The unit updates this reading every 15 seconds so you can watch levels rise or fall. Note: If the unit does not sense any CO or gas, the reading is zero (0).
CO/Gas Alarm Manual Rev. C 3/21/01 11:37 AM Page 8 Part One – Your Nighthawk CO and Gas Alarm Where to Install Your CO and Gas Alarm WHEN CHOOSING YOUR INSTALLATION LOCATIONS, MAKE SURE YOU CAN HEAR THE ALARM FROM ALL SLEEPING AREAS.
CO/Gas Alarm Manual Rev. C 3/21/01 11:37 AM Do not install in excessively dusty, dirty or greasy areas such as kitchens, garages and furnace rooms. Dust grease or household chemicals can contaminate or coat the alarm’s sensors, causing the alarm not to operate properly. Do not obstruct the vents located at the top and bottom of the alarm. Place the alarm where drapes, furniture or other objects do not block the flow of air to the vents.
CO/Gas Alarm Manual Rev. C 3/21/01 11:37 AM Page 10 Part One – Your Nighthawk CO and Gas Alarm Wall Mounted Alarm First, refer to “Where to Install Your CO and Gas alarm” on page 1-3 for general guidelines as to where to locate your CO and Gas alarm. Installation tips for power cord models: The power cord option provides more flexibility in mounting locations and allows the alarm to be easily installed at eye level.
CO/Gas Alarm Manual Rev. C 3/21/01 11:37 AM Page 11 Part One – Your Nighthawk CO and Gas Alarm • A blinking dot will be displayed and the sounder will chirp every 15 seconds. • The display will alternate between “Lb.” (low battery) and CO reading while chirping. When battery is depleted: • A blinking dot will be displayed and the sounder will chirp approximately every 30 seconds. • Pressing the test button will result in a chirp approximately every one second.
CO/Gas Alarm Manual Rev. C 3/21/01 11:37 AM Page 12 Part One – Your Nighthawk CO and Gas Alarm GAS TESTING Step 1. With a butane lighter, press the button of the lighter without activating the flint. Ensure no heat source or spark is present near you when performing this test. Step 2. While holding the button of the lighter down, insert the orafice of the lighter into the vents on the front of the unit. Hold for 30-60 seconds or until alarm activates. Step 3.
CO/Gas Alarm Manual Rev. C 3/21/01 11:37 AM Page 13 Part One – Your Nighthawk CO and Gas Alarm How to Know If Your Alarm is Malfunctioning (continued) Never ignore an alarm. A true alarm is an indication of potentially dangerous levels of carbon monoxide or Gas. The peak level feature is helpful in identifying low level CO occurrences below 30 PPM. Although the unit will not automatically display levels below 30 PPM, it will detect and store these readings in memory.
CO/Gas Alarm Manual Rev. C 3/21/01 11:37 AM Page 14 Part Two – Carbon Monoxide and Gas Long term exposure to low levels could cause permanent heart and brain damage. What is Carbon Monoxide? Carbon monoxide (CO) is an odorless, colorless, poisonous Gas created when any fuel is burned – Gasoline, propane, natural Gas, oil, wood, coal, and even tobacco. When combustion air is limited, more CO is produced. Serious problems can develop when combustion by-products are not properly vented outside the house.
CO/Gas Alarm Manual Rev. C 3/21/01 11:37 AM Page 15 Part Two – Carbon Monoxide and Gas What You Should Not Do... • Never burn charcoal inside a home, garage, cabin, RV or camper. Home Safety Tips What You Can Do... • Buy only appliances approved by a nationally recognized testing laboratory. • Never install, service, or convert fuel-burning appliances from one type to another without proper knowledge, skills and tools.
CO/Gas Alarm Manual Rev. C 3/21/01 11:37 AM Page 16 Part Three – What You Should Know Before the Alarm Sounds Learn the difference between dangerous levels, high levels, mid levels and low levels for an average healthy adult: Dangerous levels, when someone is experiencing symptoms of CO poisoning and CO readings are generally above 100 ppm. Anytime someone is experiencing the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning this should be treated as an EMERGENCY. Follow the instructions on page 4-1.
CO/Gas Alarm Manual Rev. C 3/21/01 11:37 AM Page 17 Part Four – What to Do When the Alarm Sounds for Carbon Monoxide Determine if anyone in the household is experiencing symptoms of CO poisoning. Many cases of reported CO poisoning indicate that while victims are aware they are not well, they become so disoriented they are unable to save themselves by either exiting the building or calling for assistance. Also young children and household pets may be the first affected.
CO/Gas Alarm Manual Rev. C 3/21/01 11:37 AM Page 18 Part Four – What to Do if the Alarm Sounds for Gas Treatment for CO Poisoning Any person who is suspected to have carbon monoxide poisoning should leave the potentially dangerous environment, get fresh air immediately and seek care from a physician. CO poisoning can be determined by a simple blood test, called a “carboxyhemoglobin” test. This test measures the amount of carbon monoxide in the bloodstream.
CO/Gas Alarm Manual Rev. C 3/21/01 11:37 AM Page 19 Part Five – Technical Information Product Specifications Power: 120V AC units: 60 Hz, Current 120 mA max. Sensor: CO sensor calibrated at 150 ppm (±25 ppm). How the Unit Determines When to Alarm Your Nighthawk alarm uses advanced technology to monitor the environment in your home and warn you of unacceptable levels of carbon monoxide or Gas.
CO/Gas Alarm Manual Rev. C 3/21/01 11:37 AM Page 20 Part Six – Frequently Asked Questions Q. How many alarms do I need in my house? How much square footage will one alarm cover? A. We recommend you place alarms near the sleeping area(s). If you have a multi-level home, you should place an alarm on each level of the home.
CO/Gas Alarm Manual Rev. C 3/21/01 11:37 AM Page 21 Part Six – Frequently Asked Questions Attempting to test the sensor function by holding the alarm next to a tailpipe or furnace vent may not cause a reading on the display because today’s vehicles emit very little CO once the engine reaches operating temperature. Likewise, many of today’s high efficiency furnaces emit very low levels of CO. Q.
CO/Gas Alarm Manual Rev. C 3/21/01 11:37 AM Page 22 Part Six – Display Reading and What They Mean Page 6-3 and 6-4 contain vital information about the various readings you may see on your display. We suggest you keep this User’s Guide handy for reference. or propane has been detected.. However, if the backup battery is low or missing, or if the unit malfunctions it will display other readings (and alarm differently) to alert you that something is wrong with the alarm.
CO/Gas Alarm Manual Rev.
CO/Gas Alarm Manual Rev.
CO/Gas Alarm Manual Rev. C 3/21/01 11:37 AM Page 25 Wall Mount Diagram If you are going to mount your Nighthawk CO and Gas alarm to the wall, you may use this guide for exact placement of the two wall mount screws provided. For more information about mounting to the wall, please refer to page 1-4. 2.
CO/Gas Alarm Manual Rev. C 3/21/01 11:37 AM Page 1 Limited Warranty WARRANTY COVERAGE: THE MANUFACTURER WARRANTS TO THE ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASER, THAT THIS PRODUCT WILL BE FREE OF DEFECTS IN MATERIAL AND WORKMANSHIP FOR A PERIOD OF FIVE (5) 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.