First Alert PC900V User Manual

WH T YOU WILL SEE ND HE R WITH THIS L RM, Continued
USER'S MANUAL
If larm is Not Operating Properly
Voice: "Detector error in [Location, example "Kitchen"], please see
COMBINATION CARBON MONOXIDE & SMOKE ALARM
manual." Repeated every 5 hours
WITH VOICE & LOCATION Horn: 3 chirps every minute
LED: Three Green flashes approximately once a minute
Features:
larm has reached its End of Life
• Separate sensors to detect smoke
Voice: "Detector error in [Location, example "Basement"], please see
and CO; the two alarm systems
manual." Repeated every 5 hours
work independently
Horn: 5 chirps every minute
• Voice with programmable location LED: Five Green flashes approximately once a minute
• Separate audible and visual
larm Levels of CO are Detected
signals to indicate alarm levels
Voice: "Warning, evacuate carbon monoxide in [Location, example:
of smoke or CO
"Kitchen"]. Evacuate." "____ ppm."
• Powered by two " " batteries
Horn: 4 beeps, pause, 4 beeps, voice*
LED: Flashes Red
• Side access drawer for easy
*NOTE: If unit goes into CO alarm, the regular 4 beeps-brief pause cycle will
battery replacement
repeat for four minutes. fter four minutes, the pause will increase to one minute.
Smoke is Detected
IMPORT NT! PLE SE RE D C REFULLY ND S VE.
CONFORMS TO
Voice: "Warning, evacuate smoke in [Location, example: "Kitchen"].
This user's manual contains important information
UL STD 217
Evacuate."
about your Combination Carbon Monoxide & Smoke
ND
Horn: 3 beeps, pause, 3 beeps, voice
larm's operation. If you are installing this larm for
UL STD 2034
LED: Flashes Red
use by others, you must leave this manual—
or a copy of it—with the end user. Model PC900V
Smoke larm is Silenced
Voice: Silent.
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Horn: Off
LED: Flashes Red
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INSTALLATION
ll First lert ® Smoke larms conform to regulatory requirements, WHERE TO INSTALL THIS ALARM
including UL217 and are designed to detect particles of combustion.
Minimum coverage for Smoke larms, as recommended by the National
Smoke particles of varying number and size are produced in all fires.
Fire Protection ssociation (NFP ), is one Smoke larm on every floor, in
Ionization technology is generally more sensitive than photoelectric
every sleeping area, and in every bedroom (See "Regulatory Information For
technology at detecting small particles, which tend to be produced
Smoke larms" for details on the NFP recommendations).
in greater amounts by flaming fires, which consume combustible
For CO larms, the National Fire Protection ssociation (NFP ) recommends
materials rapidly and spread quickly. Sources of these fires may include
that a CO larm should be centrally located outside of each separate sleeping
paper burning in a wastebasket, or a grease fire in the kitchen.
area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms. For added protection, install
Photoelectric technology is generally more sensitive than ionization additional CO larms in each separate bedroom, and on every level of your
technology at detecting large particles, which tend to be produced in
home.
greater amounts by smoldering fires, which may smolder for hours
NOTE: For added protection, install an additional Smoke/CO larm at least
before bursting into flame. Sources of these fires may include cigarettes
15 feet (4.6 meters) away from the furnace or fuel burning heat source where
burning in couches or bedding.
possible. In smaller homes or in manufactured homes where this distance cannot
For maximum protection, use both types of Smoke larms on each
be maintained, install the larm as far away as possible from the furnace or
level and in every bedroom of your home.
other fuel burning source. Installing the larm closer than 15 feet (4.6 meters)
will not harm the larm, but may increase the frequency of unwanted alarms.
In general, install combination Smoke and Carbon Monoxide larms:
INTRODUCTION
• On every level of your home, including finished attics and basements.
FIRE SAFETY TIPS
• Inside every bedroom, especially if people sleep with the door partly or
Follow safety rules and prevent hazardous situations: 1) Use smoking completely closed.
materials properly. Never smoke in bed. 2) Keep matches or lighters away from
• In the hall near every sleeping area. If your home has multiple sleeping
children; 3) Store flammable materials in proper containers; 4) Keep electrical
areas, install a unit in each. If a hall is more than 40 feet (12 meters) long,
appliances in good condition and don't overload electrical circuits; 5) Keep
install a unit at each end.
stoves, barbecue grills, fireplaces and chimneys grease- and debris-free;
• t the top of first-to-second floor stairs.
6) Never leave anything cooking on the stove unattended; 7) Keep portable
• t the bottom of the basement stairs.
heaters and open flames, like candles, away from flammable materials;
8) Don't let rubbish accumulate.
• For additional coverage, install larms in all rooms, halls, and storage
Keep alarms clean, and test them weekly. Replace alarms immediately if they areas, where temperatures normally remain between 40˚ F and 100˚ F
(4.4˚ C and 37.8˚ C).
are not working properly. Smoke larms that do not work cannot alert you to
a fire. Keep at least one working fire extinguisher on every floor, and an
additional one in the kitchen. Have fire escape ladders or other reliable means Recommended Placement
of escape from an upper floor in case stairs are blocked.
SUGGESTED AREAS FOR INSTALLING
SMOKE ALARMS, CO ALARMS, AND COMBO UNITS
BASIC SAFETY INFORMATION
• Dangers, Warnings, and Cautions alert you to important operating
instructions or to potentially hazardous situations. Pay special
attention to these items.
• This Smoke/CO larm is approved for use in single-family
residences. It is NOT designed for marine or RV use.
• This combination Smoke/Carbon Monoxide larm has two separate
alarms. The CO larm is not designed to detect fire or any other
gas. It will only indicate the presence of carbon monoxide gas at
the sensor. Carbon monoxide gas may be present in other areas.
The Smoke larm will only indicate the presence of smoke that
reaches the sensor. The Smoke larm is not designed to sense In new construction AC and AC/DC smoke alarms MUST
gas, heat or flames. be interconnected to meet NFPA recommendations.
• When installing on the wall, the top edge of Smoke larms should be
• This Smoke/CO larm cannot operate without working batteries.
placed between 4 inches (102 mm) and 12 inches (305 mm) from the
Removing the batteries for any reason, or failing to replace the
wall/ceiling line.
batteries at the end of their service life, removes your protection.
• When installing on the ceiling, place the alarm as close to the center as
• NEVER ignore any alarm. See "If Your Smoke/CO larm Sounds"
possible.
for more information on how to respond to an alarm. Failure to
respond can result in injury or death. • In either case, install at least 4 inches (102 mm) from where the wall and
ceiling meet. See " voiding Dead ir Spaces" for more information.
• The Silence Features are for your convenience only and will not
correct a problem. See "Using the Silence Features" for details. NOTE: For any location, make sure no door or other obstruction could keep
lways check your home for a potential problem after any alarm. carbon monoxide or smoke from reaching the larm.
Failure to do so can result in injury or death.
Installing Smoke/CO larms in Mobile Homes
• Test this Smoke/CO larm once a week. If the larm ever fails to
For minimum security install one Smoke/CO larm as close to each sleeping
test correctly, have it replaced immediately! If the larm is not
area as possible. For more security, put one unit in each room. Many older
working properly, it cannot alert you to a problem.
mobile homes (especially those built before 1978) have little or no insulation.
• This product is intended for use in ordinary indoor locations of If your mobile home is not well insulated, or if you are unsure of the amount
family living units. It is not designed to measure CO levels in of insulation, it is important to install units on inside walls only.
compliance with Occupational Safety and Health dministration
(OSH ) commercial or industrial standards. Individuals with
medical conditions that may make them more sensitive to carbon WHERE THIS ALARM SHOULD NOT BE INSTALLED
monoxide may consider using warning devices which provide
Do NOT locate this Smoke/CO larm:
audible and visual signals for carbon monoxide concentrations
• In garages, furnace rooms, crawl spaces and unfinished attics. void
under 30 ppm. For additional information on carbon monoxide
extremely dusty, dirty or greasy areas.
and your medical condition contact your physician.
• Where combustion particles are produced. Combustion particles form
when something burns. reas to avoid include poorly ventilated kitchens,
STEP BY STEP GUIDE TO PROGRAMMING garages, and furnace rooms. Keep units at least 20 feet (6 meters) from
the sources of combustion particles (stove, furnace, water heater, space
THIS ALARM
heater) if possible. In areas where a 20-foot (6 meter) distance is not
possible – in modular, mobile, or smaller homes, for example – it is
For First Time and When Changing Batteries recommended the Smoke larm be placed as far from these fuel-burning
sources as possible. The placement recommendations are intended to
ction: larm Will Say:
keep these larms at a reasonable distance from a fuel-burning source,
and thus reduce "unwanted" alarms. Unwanted alarms can occur if a
1. Insert batteries (2, batteries). "Welcome, First lert Carbon
Monoxide and Smoke larm." Smoke larm is placed directly next to a fuel-burning source. Ventilate
these areas as much as possible.
"No location programmed" if first
time or "[Location, example: • Within 5 feet (1.5 meters) of any cooking appliance. In air streams near
"Kitchen"] location programmed" kitchens. ir currents can draw cooking smoke into the smoke sensor
when changing batteries.
and cause unwanted alarms.
"To select location, press and hold • In extremely humid areas. This larm should be at least 10 feet (3 meters)
test button now."
from a shower, sauna, humidifier, vaporizer, dishwasher, laundry room,
utility room, or other source of high humidity.
2. Press & Hold Test Button if you "To save location, press and hold
would like to program the location test button after location is heard." • In direct sunlight.
or change the location of the larm will speak list of locations
• In turbulent air, like near ceiling fans or open windows. Blowing air may
larm. Release button after larm (see below).
prevent CO or smoke from reaching the sensors.
responds.
• In areas where temperature is colder than 40˚ F (4.4˚C) or hotter than 100˚ F
3. fter you hear the location of "[Location, example: "Kitchen"] (37.8˚C). These areas include non-airconditioned crawl spaces, unfinished
where you are placing the larm, location saved." attics, uninsulated or poorly insulated ceilings, porches, and garages.
Press & Hold the Test Button.
If no location is chosen: "No location • In insect infested areas. Insects can clog the openings to the sensing
saved."
chamber.
• Less than 12 inches (305 mm) away from fluorescent lights. Electrical
Your larm has now been programmed for the location of your choice.
"noise" can interfere with the sensor.
vailable locations: Basement Hallway Office
• In "dead air" spaces. See " voiding Dead ir Spaces".
Child's Bedroom Kitchen Utility Room
Dining Room Living Room
Family Room Master Bedroom
VOIDING DE D IR SP CES
Guest Bedroom No Location
"Dead air" spaces may prevent smoke from reaching the Smoke/CO larm.
To avoid dead air spaces, follow installation recommendations below.
On ceilings, install Smoke/CO larms as close to the center of the ceiling as
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possible. If this is not possible, install the Smoke/CO larm at least 4 inches
Under Normal Operations (102 mm) from the wall or corner.
Voice: Silent Power LED: Flashes Green once a minute For wall mounting (if allowed by building codes), the top edge of Smoke/CO
Horn: Silent larms should be placed between 4 inches (102 mm) and 12 inches (305 mm)
from the wall/ceiling line, below typical "dead air" spaces.
When You Test the larm
On a peaked, gabled, or cathedral ceiling, install first Smoke/CO larm
Voice: "Testing." "Warning, evacuate smoke in [Location, example:
within 3 feet (0.9 meters) of the peak of the ceiling, measured horizontally.
"Kitchen"]. Evacuate."
dditional Smoke/CO larms may be required depending on the length, angle,
Horn: 3 beeps, pause, 3 beeps, voice
etc. of the ceiling's slope. Refer to NFP 72 for details on requirements for
Power LED: Flashes Red sloped or peaked ceilings.
followed by
Voice: "Warning, evacuate carbon monoxide in [Location, example:
"Kitchen"]. Evacuate."
Horn: 4 beeps, pause, 4 beeps, voice
LED: Flashes Red
If Battery Becomes Low
Voice: "Replace battery in [Location, example "Kitchen"]." Repeated
every 5 hours
Horn: chirps once a minute
Power LED: Flashes Green approximately once a minute
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HOW TO INSTALL THIS ALARM
This combination Smoke/CO larm was designed to be mounted on the
ceiling or wall. It is not a tabletop device. You must install this device on the
ceiling or wall as outlined below. Read "Where To Install This larm" before
starting.
P RTS OF THIS SMOKE/CO L RM
1 Test/Silence Button
2 Power/Smoke and CO larm LED
3 Speaker
1 Mounting bracket
2 Mounting slots
3 Battery door, install batteries here
CO larm is Silenced
Voice: Silent.
Horn: Off
LED: Flashes Red Tools you will need: pencil, drill with 3/16" or 5mm drill bit,
flathead screwdriver, hammer.
• Do not install this unit over an electrical junction box. ir currents
around junction boxes can prevent smoke from reaching the
sensing chamber and prevent the unit from alarming. Only C
powered units are intended for installation over junction boxes.
NOTE: Be sure to mount the product in the orientation specified in the
next steps as this provides the most stability for mounting the product
to the wall or ceiling.
FOLLOW THESE SIMPLE STEPS:
1. Turn alarm upside down so the circular shape
is located in the upper left corner of the alarm.
2. Slide mounting bracket to the left and lift to
separate it from the base.
3. Hold the mounting bracket against the ceiling
(or wall) so the arrow located on the mounting
plate is pointing to the left. (The circular shape
will now be in upper right-hand corner). Trace
around the insides of the mounting slots.
4. Put the unit where it won't get covered with
dust when you drill the mounting holes.
5. Using a 3/16" (5 mm) drill bit, drill a hole
through the center of the oval outlines you
traced in step #3.
6. Insert the plastic screw anchors (in the plastic bag with screws) into the
holes. Tap the screw anchors gently with a hammer, if necessary, until
they are flush with the ceiling or wall.
KEY:
7. ttach the mounting bracket to the ceiling or wall.
SMOKE ALARMS
8. Install the batteries (included). Open the battery door.
SMOKE ALARM WITH
Match the terminals on the ends of each battery with the terminals on the
SILENCE FEATURE
unit. Match "+" to "+" and "-" to "-." Push the batteries in until they snap
CO ALARMS
securely and cannot be shaken loose. If the batteries are not snapped in
completely, the unit cannot receive battery power.
BOTH, OR COMBINATION
SMOKE/CO ALARMS
NOTE: fter you install the batteries, the power indicator light may flash.
Suggested locations are based on (If the unit alarms, the light will blink rapidly, and the horn will repeatedly
NFPA recommendations (NFPA 72
sound 3 beeps, pause, 3 beeps.)
for Smoke Alarms and NFPA 720 for
Carbon Monoxide Alarms). Always
9. ttach the Smoke/CO larm to the mounting
refer to national and local codes
before beginning any installation. bracket. Line up the arrow on the back of the
unit to the arrow on the mounting bracket.
When the units are lined up, slide the alarm
to the right until it snaps into place.
NOTE: Once the Smoke/CO larm is snapped
onto the mounting bracket, you can rotate
the Smoke/CO larm to adjust the alignment.
10. Test the larm. See "Weekly Testing."
IF YOUR SMOKE/CO ALARM SOUNDS
WHAT TO DO FIRST–IDENTIFY THE TYPE OF ALARM
Type of larm What You See and Hear
Carbon Monoxide (CO)
Voice: "Warning, evacuate carbon
monoxide in [Location,
example: "Kitchen"]. Evacuate."
"____ ppm."
Horn: 4 beeps, pause, 4 beeps, voice
LED: Flashes Red
Smoke Voice: "Warning, evacuate smoke in
[Location, example: "Kitchen"].
Evacuate."
Horn: 3 beeps, pause, 3 beeps, voice
LED: Flashes Red
IF THE CO ALARM SOUNDS
" L RM-MOVE TO FRESH IR"
If you hear the CO alarm horn and the CO red light is flashing, move
everyone to a source of fresh air. DO NOT remove the batteries!
ctuation of your CO larm indicates the presence of carbon monoxide
(CO) which can kill you. In other words, when your CO larm sounds, you
must not ignore it!
IF THE CO L RM SIGN L SOUNDS:
1. Press the 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 or window.
Do a head count to check that all persons are accounted for. Do not re-
enter the premises, or move away from the open door or window until the
emergency services responder has arrived, the premises have been aired
out, and your CO larm remains in its normal condition.
4. fter following steps 1-3, if your CO larm reactivates within a 24-hour
period, repeat steps 1-3 and call a qualified appliance technician to inves-
tigate for sources of CO from fuel-burning equipment and appliances, and
inspect for proper operation of this equipment. If problems are identified
during this inspection have the equipment serviced immediately. Note any
combustion equipment not inspected by the technician, and consult the
manufacturers' instructions, or contact the manufacturers directly, for more
information about CO safety and this equipment. Make sure that motor
vehicles are not, and have not, been operating in an attached garage or
adjacent to the residence. Write down the number of a qualified appliance
technician here:
__________________________________________________________________
NOTE: qualified appliance technician is defined as "a person, firm,
corporation, or company that either in person or through a representative, is
engaged in and responsible for the installation, testing, servicing, or replace-
ment of heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HV C) equipment, combustion
appliances and equipment, and/or gas fireplaces or other decorative
combustion equipment."
FTER N L RM
fter the emergency responders arrive, the premises aired out, and your CO
larm remains in its normal condition, you can check what the highest carbon
monoxide level sensed was:
ction: larm Will Say:
1. Press & Hold Test Button "Highest carbon monoxide level was
___ ppm. Please see manual."
"To clear highest carbon monoxide
level, press and hold test button
now."
2. Press & Hold Test Button, if you "Highest carbon monoxide level
would like to clear the highest cleared."
level sensed.
If you would like to keep the larm will say nothing.
highest level in memory, do not
press anything.
2 3
H MOK M OUND SYMPTOMS OF CO POISONING
These symptoms are related to CO POISONING and should be discussed
M
with LL household members.
Mild Exposure: Slight headache, nausea, vomiting, fatigue ("flu-like" symptoms).
m
Medium Exposure: Throbbing headache, drowsiness, confusion, fast heart rate.
mm
Extreme Exposure: Convulsions, unconsciousness, heart and lung failure.
m m m
Exposure to Carbon Monoxide can cause brain damage, death.
m m m
This CO larm measures exposure to CO over time. It alarms if CO levels
m m m
are extremely high in a short period of time, or if CO levels reach a certain
m m m
minimum over a long period of time. The CO larm generally sounds an
m
alarm before the onset of symptoms in average, healthy adults. Why is this
m m m m
important? Because you need to be warned of a potential CO problem while
m mm
you can still react in time. In many reported cases of CO exposure, victims may
be aware that they are not feeling well, but become disoriented and can no
longer react well enough to exit the building or get help. lso, young children
WH T TO DO IN C SE OF FIRE
and pets may be the first affected. The average healthy adult might not feel
• Don't panic; stay calm. Follow your family escape plan.
any symptoms when the CO larm sounds. However, people with cardiac
• Get out of the house as quickly as possible. Don't stop to get or respiratory problems, infants, unborn babies, pregnant mothers, or elderly
dressed or collect anything. people can be more quickly and severely affected by CO. If you experience
even mild symptoms of CO poisoning, consult your doctor immediately!
• Feel doors with the back of your hand before opening them.
If a door is cool, open it slowly. Don't open a hot door. Keep doors
FINDING THE SOURCE OF CO AFTER AN ALARM
and windows closed, unless you must escape through them.
Carbon monoxide is an odorless, invisible gas, which often makes it difficult
• Cover your nose and mouth with a cloth (preferably damp).
to locate the source of CO after an alarm. These are a few of the factors that
Take short, shallow breaths.
can make it difficult to locate sources of CO:
• Meet at your planned meeting place outside your home, • House well ventilated before the investigator arrives.
and do a head count to make sure everybody got out safely.
• Problem caused by "backdrafting."
• Call the Fire Department as soon as possible from outside.
• Transient CO problem caused by special circumstances.
Give your address, then your name.
Because CO may dissipate by the time an investigator arrives, it may be
• Never go back inside a burning building for any reason. difficult to locate the source of CO. BRK Brands, Inc. shall not be obligated
• Contact your Fire Department for ideas on making your home safer. to pay for any carbon monoxide investigation or service call.
POTENTIAL SOURCES OF CO IN THE HOME
larms have various limitations. See "General Limitations of Smoke/CO
Fuel-burning appliances like:
larms" for details. portable heater, gas or wood
burning fireplace, gas kitchen
range or cooktop, gas clothes dryer.
USING THE SILENCE FEATURES
Damaged or insufficient venting:
corroded or disconnected water
Never remove the batteries to quiet an unwanted alarm. Removing the heater vent pipe, leaking chimney pipe
batteries disables the alarm and removes your protection. or flue, or cracked heat exchanger,
blocked or clogged chimney opening.
The Silence Feature is intended to temporarily silence the horn while you
Improper use of appliance/device:
identify and correct the problem. Do not use the Silence Feature in emergency
operating a barbecue grill or vehicle
situations. It will not correct a CO problem or extinguish a fire.
in an enclosed area (like a garage or
The Silence Feature can temporarily quiet an unwanted alarm for several
screened porch).
minutes. You can silence this Smoke/CO larm by pressing the Test/Silence
Transient CO Problems: "transient" or on-again-off-again CO problems can
button on the alarm cover for at least 3-5 seconds.
be caused by outdoor conditions and other special circumstances.
fter the Test/Silence button is released, the Red LED blinks during the
The following conditions can result in transient CO situations:
silence mode.
1. Excessive spillage or reverse venting of fuel appliances caused by outdoor
When the Smoke larm is Silenced When the CO larm is Silenced conditions such as:
• Wind direction and/or velocity, including high, gusty winds. Heavy air in
The Smoke larm will remain silent The CO alarm will remain silent for
the vent pipes (cold/humid air with extended periods between cycles).
for up to 15 minutes, then return to up to 4 minutes.
• Negative pressure differential resulting from the use of exhaust fans.
normal operation.
fter 4 minutes, if CO levels remain • Several appliances running at the same time competing for limited
If the smoke has not cleared–or
potentially dangerous the horn will fresh air.
continues to increase–the device
start sounding again. • Vent pipe connections vibrating loose from clothes dryers, furnaces,
will go back into alarm.
or water heaters.
• Obstructions in or unconventional vent pipe designs which can amplify
the above situations.
SILENCING THE LOW BATTERY WARNING 2. Extended operation of unvented fuel burning devices (range, oven, fireplace).
This silence feature can temporarily quiet the low battery warning "chirp" for 3. Temperature inversions, which can trap exhaust close to the ground.
up to 8 hours. You can silence the low battery warning "chirp" by pressing 4. Car idling in an open or closed attached garage, or near a home.
the Test/Silence button on the alarm cover.
These conditions are dangerous because they can trap exhaust in your home.
Since these conditions can come and go, they are also hard to recreate during
Once the low battery warning "chirp" silence feature is activated, the unit
continues to flash the Green light once a minute for 8 hours. fter 8 hours, a CO investigation.
the low battery "chirp" will resume. Replace the batteries as soon as
possible; this unit will not operate without battery power! HOW CAN I PROTECT MY FAMILY FROM
To deactivate this feature: Press the Test/Silence button again. The unit will CO POISONING?
go into Test Mode and the low battery warning will resume (LED flashes and
CO larm is an excellent means of protection. It monitors the air and
unit sounds "chirp" once a minute).
sounds a loud alarm before Carbon Monoxide levels become threatening
for average, healthy adults.
SILENCING THE END OF LIFE SIGNAL
CO larm is not a substitute for proper maintenance of home appliances.
This silence feature can temporarily quiet the End of Life warning "chirp" for
To help prevent CO problems and reduce the risk of CO poisoning:
up to 2 days. You can silence the End of Life warning "chirp" by pressing the
• Clean chimneys and flues yearly. Keep them free of debris, leaves, and
Test/Silence button. The horn will chirp, acknowledging that the End of Life
nests for proper air flow. lso, have a professional check for rust and
silence feature has been activated.
corrosion, cracks, or separations. These conditions can prevent proper
fter approximately 2 days, the End of Life "chirp" will resume. air movement and cause backdrafting. Never "cap" or cover a chimney
in any way that would block air flow.
• Test and maintain all fuel-burning equipment annually. Many local gas
WEEKLY TESTING or oil companies and HV C companies offer appliance inspections for
a nominal fee.
• Make regular visual inspections of all fuel-burning appliances. Check
• NEVER use an open flame of any kind to test this unit. You might
appliances for excessive rust and scaling. lso check the flame on the
accidentally damage or set fire to the unit or to your home. The burner and pilot lights. The flame should be blue.
built-in test switch accurately tests the unit's operation as required
means fuel is not being burned completely and CO may be present.
by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL). NEVER use vehicle exhaust!
Keep the blower door on the furnace closed. Use vents or fans when
Exhaust may cause permanent damage and voids your warranty. they are available on all fuel-burning appliances. Make sure appliances
• DO NOT stand close to the larm when the horn is sounding. are vented to the outside. Do not grill or barbecue indoors, or in
garages or on screen porches.
Exposure at close range may be harmful to your hearing. When
testing, step away when horn starts sounding. • 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.
It is important to test this unit every week to make sure it is working • Check the house or garage on the other side of shared wall.
properly. Using the test button is the recommended way to test this
• Keep windows and doors open slightly. If you suspect that CO is
Smoke/CO larm.
escaping into your home, open a window or a door. Opening windows
and doors can significantly decrease CO levels.
You can test this Smoke/CO larm by pressing and holding the Test/Silence
button on the larm cover until larm Voice says "Testing" (typically 3-5 In addition, familiarize yourself with all enclosed materials. Read this
seconds). manual in its entirety, and make sure you understand what to do if your
CO larm sounds.
During testing, you will see and hear the following sequence:
• The larm Voice will say "Testing." The Horn will sound 3 beeps,
REGULATORY INFORMATION FOR
pause, 3 beeps. The larm Voice will say "Warning, evacuate smoke in
SMOKE/CO ALARMS
[Location, example: "Kitchen"]. Evacuate." The Power LED flashes Red.
• Next the Horn will sound 4 beeps, pause, 4 beeps. The larm Voice REGULATORY INFORMATION FOR CO ALARMS
will say "Warning, evacuate carbon monoxide in [Location, example:
WH T LEVELS OF CO C USE N L RM?
"Kitchen"]. Evacuate." The LED flashes Red.
Underwriters Laboratories Inc. Standard UL2034 requires residential CO larms
If the unit does not alarm, make sure the batteries are correctly installed, and to sound when exposed to levels of CO and exposure times as described below.
test again. If the unit still does not alarm, replace it immediately. They are measured in parts per million (ppm) of CO over time (in minutes).
UL2034 Required larm Points*:
• If the alarm is exposed to 400 ppm of CO, IT MUST L RM BETWEEN
REGULAR MAINTENANCE 4 and 15 MINUTES.
• If the alarm is exposed to 150 ppm of CO, IT MUST L RM BETWEEN
This unit has been designed to be as maintenance-free as possible, but there
10 and 50 MINUTES.
are a few simple things you must do to keep it working properly.
• If the alarm is exposed to 70 ppm if CO, IT MUST L RM BETWEEN
• Test it at least once a week. 60 and 240 MINUTES.
• Clean the Smoke/CO larm at least once a month; gently vacuum the * pproximately 10% COHb exposure at levels of 10% to 95% Relative
Humidity (RH).
outside of the Smoke/CO larm using your household vacuum's soft
brush attachment. can of clean compressed air (sold at computer or The unit is designed not to alarm when exposed to a constant level of 30 ppm
office supply stores) may also be used. Follow manufacturer instructions for 30 days.
for use. Test the Smoke/CO larm. Never use water, cleaners or solvents
since they may damage the unit.
CO larms are designed to alarm before there is an immediate life threat.
• If the Smoke/CO larm becomes contaminated by excessive dirt, dust Since you cannot see or smell CO, never assume it's not present.
and/or grime, and cannot be cleaned to avoid unwanted alarms, replace
• n exposure to 100 ppm of CO for 20 minutes may not affect average,
the unit immediately. healthy adults, but after 4 hours the same level may cause headaches.
• Relocate the unit if it sounds frequent unwanted alarms. See "Where This • n exposure to 400 ppm of CO may cause headaches in average, healthy
adults after 35 minutes, but can cause death after 2 hours.
larm Should Not Be Installed" for details.
Standards: Underwriters Laboratories Inc. Single and Multiple Station carbon
Choosing a replacement battery:
monoxide alarms UL2034.
Your Smoke/CO larm requires two standard alkaline batteries. The
ccording to Underwriters Laboratories Inc. UL2034, Section 1-1.2: "Carbon
following batteries are acceptable as replacements: Eveready Energizer E91 or
monoxide alarms covered by these requirements are intended to respond to the
Duracell MN1500. These batteries are available at many local retail stores. presence of carbon monoxide from sources such as, but not limited to, exhaust
from internal-combustion engines, abnormal operation of fuel-fired appliances,
and fireplaces. CO larms are intended to alarm at carbon monoxide levels
• lways use the exact batteries specified by this User's Manual. below those that could cause a loss of ability to react to the dangers of Carbon
DO NOT use rechargeable batteries. Clean the battery contacts and Monoxide exposure." This CO larm monitors the air at the larm, and is
also those of the device prior to battery installation. Install batteries
designed to alarm before CO levels become life threatening. This allows you
correctly with regard to polarity (+ and -). precious time to leave the house and correct the problem. This is only possible
if larms are located, installed, and maintained as described in this manual.
• Please dispose of or recycle used batteries properly, following any
local regulations. Consult your local waste management authority Gas Detection at Typical Temperature and Humidity Ranges: The CO larm
or recycling organization to find an electronics recycling facility in is not formulated to detect CO levels below 30 ppm typically. UL tested for false
alarm resistance to Methane (500 ppm), Butane (300 ppm), Heptane (500 ppm),
your area. DO NOT DISPOSE OF B TTERIES IN FIRE. B TTERIES
M Y EXPLODE OR LE K. Ethyl cetate (200 ppm), Isopropyl lcohol (200 ppm) and Carbon Dioxide (5000
ppm). Values measure gas and vapor concentrations in parts per million.
udible larm: 85 dB minimum at 10 feet (3 meters).
• Keep battery out of reach of children. In the event a battery is
swallowed, immediately contact your poison control center, your
REGULATORY INFORMATION FOR SMOKE ALARMS
physician, or the National Battery Ingestion hotline at 202-625-3333
RECOMMENDED LOCATIONS FOR SMOKE ALARMS
as serious injury may occur.
Installing Smoke larms in Single-Family Residences
The National Fire Protection ssociation (NFP ), recommends one Smoke larm
ctual battery service life depends on the Smoke/CO larm and the environ-
on every floor, in every sleeping area, and in every bedroom. In new construction,
ment in which it is installed. ll the batteries specified above are acceptable the Smoke larms must be C powered and interconnected. See " gency
replacement batteries for this unit. Regardless of the manufacturer's suggested
Placement Recommendations" for details. For additional coverage, it is recom-
battery life, you MUST replace the battery immediately once the unit starts
mended that you install a Smoke larm in all rooms, halls, storage areas,
"chirping" (the "low battery warning"). finished attics, and basements, where temperatures normally remain between
40˚ F (4.4˚ C) and 100˚ F (37.8˚ C). Make sure no door or other obstruction could
keep smoke from reaching the Smoke larms.
More specifically, install Smoke larms:
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CO
• On every level of your home, including finished attics and basements.
WH CO
• Inside every bedroom, especially if people sleep with the door partly or
completely closed.
• In the hall near every sleeping area. If your home has multiple sleeping
areas, install a unit in each. If a hall is more than 40 feet long (12 meters),
install a unit at each end.
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• t the top of the first-to-second floor stairway, and at the bottom of the
basement stairway.
Specific requirements for Smoke larm installation vary from state to state and
from region to region. Check with your local Fire Department for current require-
ments in your area. It is recommended C or C/DC units be interconnected
for added protection.
RECOMMENDED LOC TIONS FOR SMOKE L RMS, Continued
AGENCY PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS
Standards: Underwriters Laboratories Inc. Single and Multiple Station Smoke
larms 217.
NFP 72 Chapter 29
"For your information, the National Fire larm and Signaling Code, NFP 72,
reads as follows:"
29.5.1* Required Detection.
29.5.1.1* Where required by other governing laws, codes, or standards for a
specific type of occupancy, approved single and multiple-station smoke
alarms shall be installed as follows:
(1)*In all sleeping rooms and guest rooms
(2)*Outside of each separate dwelling unit sleeping area, within 21 ft (6.4 m)
of any door to a sleeping room, with the distance measured along a path
of travel
(3) On every level of a dwelling unit, including basements
(4) On every level of a residential board and care occupancy (small facility),
including basements and excluding crawl spaces and unfinished attics
(5)*In the living area(s) of a guest suite
(6) In the living area(s) of a residential board and care occupancy
(small facility)
(Reprinted with permission from NFP 72 ® , National Fire larm and Signaling
Code Copyright © 2010 National Fire Protection ssociation, Quincy, M 02269.
This reprinted material is not the complete and official position of the National
Fire Protection ssociation, on the referenced subject which is represented
only by the standard in its entirety), (National Fire larm and Signaling Code ®
and NFP 72 ® are registered trademarks of the National Fire Protection
ssociation, Inc., Quincy, M 02269).
California State Fire Marshal (CSFM)
Early warning detection is best achieved by the installation of fire detection
equipment in all rooms and areas of the household as follows: Smoke larm
installed in each separate sleeping area (in the vicinity, but outside bedrooms),
and Heat or Smoke larms in the living rooms, dining rooms, bedrooms,
kitchens, hallways, finished attics, furnace rooms, closets, utility and storage
rooms, basements, and attached garages.
ABOUT SMOKE ALARMS
Battery (DC) operated Smoke larms: Provide protection even when electricity
fails, provided the batteries are fresh and correctly installed. Units are easy to
install, and do not require professional installation.
C powered Smoke larms: Can be interconnected so if one unit senses
smoke, all units alarm. They do not operate if electricity fails.
C with battery (DC) back-up: will operate if electricity fails, provided the
batteries are fresh and correctly installed. C and C/DC units must be installed
by a qualified electrician.
Smoke/CO larms for Solar or Wind Energy users and battery backup
power systems: C powered Smoke/CO larms should only be operated
with true or pure sine wave inverters. Operating this larm with most battery-
powered UPS (uninterruptible power supply) products or square wave or
"quasi sine wave" inverters will damage the larm. If you are not sure about
your inverter or UPS type, please consult with the manufacturer to verify.
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GENERAL LIMITATIONS OF SMOKE/CO ALARMS
This Smoke/CO larm is intended for residential use. It is not intended for use in
industrial applications where Occupational Safety and Health dministration
(OSH ) requirements for Carbon Monoxide larms must be met. The Smoke
larm portion of this device is not intended to alert hearing impaired residents.
Special purpose Smoke larms should be installed for hearing impaired residents
(CO larms are not yet available for the hearing impaired).
Smoke/CO larms may not waken all individuals. Practice the escape plan
at least twice a year, making sure that everyone is involved – from kids to grand-
parents. llow children to master fire escape planning and practice before holding
a fire drill at night when they are sleeping. If children or others do not readily
waken to the sound of the Smoke/CO larm, or if there are infants or family
yellow flame members with mobility limitations, make sure that someone is assigned to assist
them in fire drill and in the event of an emergency. It is recommended that you
hold a fire drill while family members are sleeping in order to determine their
response to the sound of the Smoke/CO larm while sleeping and to determine
whether they may need assistance in the event of an emergency.
Smoke/CO larms cannot work without power. Battery operated units cannot
work if the batteries are missing, disconnected or dead, if the wrong type of batteries
are used, or if the batteries are not installed correctly. C units cannot work if the C
power is cut off for any reason (open fuse or circuit breaker, failure along a power
line or at a power station, electrical fire that burns the electrical wires, etc.). If you are
concerned about the limitations of battery or C power, install both types of units.
This Smoke/CO larm will not sense smoke or CO that does not reach the
sensors. It will only sense smoke or CO at the sensor. Smoke or CO may be
present in other areas. Doors or other obstructions may affect the rate at which
CO or smoke reaches the sensors. If bedroom doors are usually closed at night,
we recommend you install an alarm device (Combination CO and Smoke larm,
or separate CO larms and Smoke larms) in each bedroom and in the hallway
between them.
This Smoke/CO larm may not sense smoke or CO on another level of the
home. Example: This alarm device, installed on the second floor, may not sense
smoke or CO in the basement. For this reason, one alarm device may not give
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
If the larm... Problem...
Horn "chirps" about once per minute; Low battery warning.
Voice: "Replace battery in [Location]" every 5 hours
Horn sounds three "chirps" every minute; M LFUNCTION SIGN L. Device is not working
Voice: "Detector error in [Location, example properly, and needs to be replaced.
"Kitchen"], please see manual" repeated every
5 hours; LED has 3 Green flashes with "chirps".
The light flashes GREEN and the horn sounds 5 END OF LIFE SIGN L. larm needs to be replaced.
"chirps" every minute;
Voice: "Detector error in [Location, example
"Basement"], please see manual." Repeated every
5 hours.
Carbon Monoxide larm ONLY:
CO larm goes back into alarm 4 minutes after you CO levels indicate a potentially dangerous situation.
Silence it.
CO larm sounds frequently even though no high The CO larm may be improperly located. Refer to
levels of CO are revealed in an investigation. "Where to Install This larm" for details.
Smoke larm ONLY:
Smoke larm sounds when no smoke is visible. Unwanted alarm may be caused by non-emergency
source like cooking smoke.
*For a list of acceptable replacement batteries, see "Regular Maintenance."
If you have questions that cannot be answered by reading this manual, call Consumer ffairs at 1-800-323-9005, M-F 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (CST)
LIMITED WARRANTY
BRK Brands, Inc., ("BRK") the maker of First lert ® brand products warrants that for a period of seven years from the date of purchase, this product will be free from defects
in material and workmanship. BRK, at its option, will repair or replace this product or any component of the product found to be defective during the warranty period.
Replacement will be made with a new or remanufactured product or component. If the product is no longer available, replacement may be made with a similar product of
equal or greater value. This is your exclusive warranty. This warranty is valid for the original retail purchaser from the date of initial retail purchase and is not transferable.
Keep the original sales receipt. Proof of purchase is required to obtain warranty performance. BRK dealers, service centers, or retail stores selling BRK products do not
have the right to alter, modify or any way change the terms and conditions of this warranty.
This warranty does not cover normal wear of parts or damage resulting from any of the following: negligent use or misuse of the product, use on improper voltage or current,
use contrary to the operating instructions, disassembly, repair or alteration by anyone other than BRK or an authorized service center. Further, the warranty does not cover
cts of God, such as fire, flood, hurricanes and tornadoes or any batteries that are included with this unit. BRK shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages
caused by the breach of any express or implied warranty. Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular
purpose is limited in duration to the duration of the above warranty. Some states, provinces or jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you s
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BOUT SMOKE L RMS, Continued
Smoke larms for the hearing impaired: Special purpose Smoke larms should
be installed for the hearing impaired. They include a visual alarm and an audible
alarm horn, and meet the requirements of the mericans With Disabilities ct.
Can be interconnected so if one unit senses smoke, all units alarm.
Smoke alarms are not to be used with detector guards unless the
combination has been evaluated and found suitable for that purpose.
ll these Smoke larms are designed to provide early warning of fires if located,
installed and cared for as described in the user's manual, and if smoke reaches
the larm. If you are unsure which type of Smoke larm to install, refer to
National Fire Protection ssociation (NFP ) Standard 72 (National Fire larm
and Signaling Code) and NFP 101 (Life Safety Code). National Fire Protection
ssociation, One Batterymarch Park, Quincy, M 02269-9101. Local building
codes may also require specific units in new construction or in different areas of
the home.
SPECIAL COMPLIANCE CONSIDERATIONS
This Smoke larm is suitable for use in apartments, condominiums,
townhouses, hospitals, day care facilities, health care facilities, boarding
houses, group homes and dormitories provided a primary fire detection
system already exists to meet fire detection requirements in common areas
like lobbies, hallways, or porches. Using this Smoke larm in common areas
may not provide sufficient warning to all residents or meet local fire protection
ordinances/regulations.
This Smoke larm alone is not a suitable substitute for complete fire detection
systems in places housing many people—like apartment buildings, condo-
miniums, hotels, motels, dormitories, hospitals, health care facilities, nursing
homes, day care facilities, or group homes of any kind. It is not a suitable
substitute for complete fire detection systems in warehouses, industrial
facilities, commercial buildings, and special-purpose non-residential buildings
which require special fire detection and alarm systems. Depending on the
building codes in your area, this Smoke larm may be used to provide
additional protection in these facilities.
In new construction, most building codes require the use of C or C/DC
powered Smoke larms only. In existing construction, C, C/DC, or DC
powered Smoke larms can be used as specified by local building codes.
Refer to NFP 72 (National Fire larm and Signaling Code) and NFP 101
(Life Safety Code), local building codes, or consult your Fire Department for
detailed fire protection requirements in buildings not defined as "households".
HUD M P Program
Certain HUD battery powered Smoke larm applications, especially those
that fall under HUD 223(f) M P (Multi-family ccelerated Processing), may
require a 10 Year sealed tamper resistant battery. This alarm does not meet
that requirement. Substitute First lert S 340B.
FCC Compliance
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. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that the interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equip-
ment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that of
the receiver.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or TV technician for help.
Warning: Changes or modifications to the product, not expressly approved
by First lert / BRK Brands, Inc., could void the user's authority to operate
the equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
adequate early warning. Recommended minimum protection is one alarm
device in every sleeping area, every bedroom, and on every level of your home.
Some experts recommend battery powered Smoke and CO larms be used in
conjunction with interconnected C powered Smoke larms. For details, see
" bout Smoke larms" for details.
Smoke/CO larms may not be heard. The alarm horn loudness meets or
exceeds current UL standards of 85 dB at 10 feet (3 meters). However, if the
Smoke/CO larm is installed outside the bedroom, it may not wake up a sound
sleeper or one who has recently used drugs or has been drinking alcoholic
beverages. This is especially true if the door is closed or only partly open. Even
persons who are awake may not hear the alarm horn if the sound is blocked by
distance or closed doors. Noise from traffic, stereo, radio, television, air condi-
tioner, or other appliances may also prevent alert persons from hearing the alarm
horn. This Smoke/CO larm is not intended for people who are hearing impaired.
The larm may not have time to alarm before the fire itself causes damage,
injury, or death, since smoke from some fires may not reach the unit immedi-
ately. Examples of this include persons smoking in bed, children playing with
matches, or fires caused by violent explosions resulting from escaping gas.
This Smoke/CO larm is not a substitute for life insurance. Though this
Smoke/CO larm warns against increasing CO levels or the presence of smoke,
BRK Brands, Inc. does not warrant or imply in any way that they will protect lives.
Homeowners and renters must still insure their lives.
This Smoke/CO larm has a limited life. lthough this Smoke/CO larm and all
of its parts have passed many stringent tests and are designed to be as reliable
as possible, any of these parts could fail at any time. Therefore, you must test
this device weekly. The unit should be replaced immediately if it is not operating
properly.
This Smoke/CO larm is not foolproof. Like all other electronic devices, this
Smoke/CO larm has limitations. It can only detect smoke or CO that reaches
the sensors. It may not give early warning of the source of smoke or CO is in a
remote part of the home, away from the alarm device.
You should...
Install two new batteries*.
Units under warranty should be returned to
manufacturer for replacement. See "Limited
Warranty" for details.
Immediately replace the larm.
IF YOU RE FEELING SYMPTOMS OF CO
POISONING, EV CU TE your home and call 911
or the Fire Department. Refer to "If The CO larm
Sounds" for details.
Relocate your larm. If frequent alarms continue,
have home rechecked for potential CO problems.
You may be experiencing an intermittent
CO problem.
Silence larm using manual button; clean the
larm's cover with a soft, clean cloth. If frequent
unwanted alarms continue, relocate your larm.
larm may be too close to a kitchen, cooking
appliance, or steamy bathroom.
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