Use and Care Manual

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Certied to Standard

UL 2034

Single Station

Carbon Monoxide Alarm

THANK YOU for purchasing this Carbon Monoxide alarm. This alarm does not require battery

changes. It has a permanent power sealed battery which will last for 10 years. It is designed to

detect carbon monoxide which reaches the sensor. It is not designed to detect re, heat, ames

or any other gas. This manual includes important information regarding where to install the alarm,

how to operate, maintenance, testing and product features. It also includes tips and information

which could help protect you and your family.

PLEASE READ AND SAVE!

Table of Contents:

Page #

What You Should Know About CO .......................................... 2

Basic Safety Information.......................................................... 3

Recommended Location of Alarms.......................................... 4

Avoid These Locations ............................................................ 4

How to Install ........................................................................... 5

Reset Feature .......................................................................... 6

Operation & Alarm Characteristics .......................................... 6

What To Do If The Alarm Sounds ............................................ 7

CO Alarm Silence Feature ....................................................... 7

Testing & Maintenance ............................................................ 8

CO Alarm Limitations ............................................................... 9

Quick Reference Guide & Operational Summary .................. 10

Warranty ..................................................................Back Cover

Carbon Monoxide Alarm

with 10 Year Permanent Power

Sealed Battery

Models MC304S, MCD305S

Summary of content (11 pages)

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Models MC304S, MCD305S Carbon Monoxide Alarm with 10 Year Permanent Power Sealed Battery Certified to Standard UL 2034 Single Station Carbon Monoxide Alarm PLEASE READ AND SAVE! THANK YOU for purchasing this Carbon Monoxide alarm. This alarm does not require battery changes. It has a permanent power sealed battery which will last for 10 years. It is designed to detect carbon monoxide which reaches the sensor. It is not designed to detect fire, heat, flames or any other gas.
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WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT CO Carbon Monoxide (CO) is an insidious poison. It is a colorless, odorless, tasteless gas. It is a cumulative poison. Even low levels of CO have been shown to cause brain and other vital organ damage in unborn infants with no effect on the mother. The following symptoms are related to CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING and should be discussed with ALL members of the household: MILD EXPOSURE Slight headache, nausea, vomiting, fatigue (often described as “flu-like” symptoms).
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INSTALLATION RECOMMENDATIONS Early warning is best achieved by the installation of alarms on all floors and areas of the household. WHERE THIS ALARM SHOULD BE INSTALLED • Install an alarm inside each bedroom where the occupant closes the door while sleeping. • An alarm should be installed in any family living unit containing a fuel-burning appliance or fireplace or having an attached garage.
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FIGURE 2 • NOTE: For any location, make sure no door or other obstruction could prevent the Carbon Monoxide (CO) from reaching the alarm. WHERE THIS ALARM SHOULD NOT BE INSTALLED To avoid causing damage to the unit, to provide optimum protection, and to prevent unnecessary alarms. Do NOT locate this alarm: • In garages, kitchens, crawl spaces and unfinished attics. Avoid extremely dusty, dirty or greasy areas.
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HOW TO INSTALL THIS CO ALARM IMPORTANT: Read all instructions before using this product. 1. Activate the Permanent Power battery feature by removing and discarding the battery pull tab. NOTE: Once activated, the alarm cannot be turned off without permanent deactivation. The alarm will remain on for the next ten years. 2. The alarm will sound one long beep to let you know it is powered up. The red power LED should be off and will blink on approx. every 2 minutes.
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• Test the alarm once a week. If the alarm ever fails to test correctly, have it replaced immediately. If the alarm is not working properly, it cannot alert you to a problem. • This alarm must have battery power to operate. If the battery is dead, the alarm cannot operate. The sealed battery cannot be replaced. • This product is intended for use in ordinary indoor locations or family living units.
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IF THE CO ALARM SOUNDS: 1. Operate TEST/SILENCE button; 2. Call your emergency services, fire department or 911. Write down the number of your local emergency service here: 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. Do not reenter the premises nor move away from the open door/window until the emergency services responders have arrived, the premises have been aired out and your alarm remains in its normal condition.
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If the alarm does not sound properly: 1. Test the alarm again. If the alarm is still not working properly, replace it immediately. USING THE PEAK CO MEMORY (Digital Display Models Only): The CO Memory feature lets you check the highest level of CO recorded, since the last reset, and is displayed in parts per million (ppm) of carbon monoxide. To check CO memory: 1. Press and release the RESET/PEAK button on the alarm cover. The peak CO level is displayed on the screen.
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CARBON MONOXIDE (CO) ALARM LIMITATIONS CO Alarms have limitations. Like any other electronic device, CO Alarms are not foolproof. CO Alarms have a limited operational life. Your CO Alarm must be tested weekly, because it could fail to operate at any time. If your CO Alarm fails to test properly, or if its self-diagnostic test reveals a malfunction, immediately have the unit replaced (see last page for warranty information). CO Alarms can only sense CO which reaches the alarm’s sensor.
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• Check for exhaust backflow from CO sources. Check the draft hood on an operating furnace for a backdraft. Look for cracks on furnace heat exchangers. • Check the house or garage on the other side of a shared wall. • Keep windows and doors open slightly. If you suspect that CO is escaping into your home, open a window or a door. Opening windows and doors can significantly decrease CO levels.
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MODEL MC304S and MCD305S TEN-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY USI Electric, Inc. /Universal Security Instruments, Inc. (“USI”) warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of 10 (ten) years from the date of purchase. This warranty shall not apply to any damage which may be caused by the sealed batteries used in this product. This warranty applies only to the original consumer purchaser and only to products used in normal residential use and service.