First Alert SCO5 Smoke Alarm User Manual
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1. Suggested locations are based on NFPA recommendations NFPA 72 for Smoke Alarms and NFPA 720 for Carbon Monoxide Alarms Always Ead 1 a refer to national and local codes before beginning any installation In new construction AC and AC DC smoke alarms MUST be interconnected to meet NFPA recommendations e When installing on the wall the top edge of Smoke Alarms should be placed between 4 inches 102 mm and 12 inches 305 mm from the wall ceiling line oe BASEMENT O e When installing on the ceiling place the alarm as close to the center as possible e In either case install at least 4 inches 102 mm from where the wall and ceiling meet See Avoiding Dead Air Spaces for more information NOTE For any location make sure no door or other obstruction could keep carbon monoxide or smoke from reaching the Alarm Installing Smoke CO Alarms in Mobile Homes For minimum security install one Smoke CO Alarm as close to each sleeping area as possible For more security put one unit in each room Many older mobile homes especially those built before 1978 have little or no insulation If your mobile home is not well insulated or if you are unsure of the amount of insulation it is important to install units on inside walls only WHERE THIS ALARM SHOULD NOT BE INSTALLED Do NOT locate this Smoke CO Alarm e In garages furnace rooms crawl spaces and unfinished attics Avoid extremely dus2. OPTIONAL LOCKING FEATURES The optional locking features are designed to discourage unauthorized removal of the batteries or Alarm It is not necessary to activate the locks in single family households where unauthorized battery or Alarm removal is not a concern This Smoke CO Alarm has two separate locking features one to lock the battery compartment and the other to lock the Smoke CO Alarm to the mounting bracket You can choose to use either feature independently or use them both Tools you will need Needle nose pliers or utility knife Standard flathead screwdriver Both locking features use locking pins which are molded into the mounting bracket Depending on which locking features you use remove one or both pins from the mounting bracket using needle nose pliers or a utility knife IMPORTANT To permanently remove either locking pin insert a flathead screwdriver between the locking pin and the lock and pry the pin out of the lock TO LOCK THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT TO UNLOCK THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT Do not lock the battery compartment until you 1 Remove the Smoke CO Alarm from the activate the battery and test the Smoke CO mounting bracket If the unit is locked to Alarm the bracket see the section To Unlock g F the Mounting Bracket Install the batteries before attaching the Alarm to the bracket Insert the two 2 AA batteries included into the battery compartment Match Insert a flathead screwdriver under
3. ex Ionization technology is generally more sensitive than photoelectric D technology at detecting small particles which tend to be produced in greater amounts by flaming fires which consume combustible materials rapidly and spread quickly Sources of these fires may include paper burning in a wastebasket or a grease fire in the kitchen technology at detecting large particles which tend to be produced in greater amounts by smoldering fires which may smolder for hours before bursting into flame Sources of these fires may include cigarettes burning in couches or bedding For maximum protection use both types of Smoke Alarms on each level and in every bedroom of your home P Photoelectric technology is generally more sensitive than ionization INTRODUCTION FIRE SAFETY TIPS Follow safety rules and prevent hazardous situations 1 Use smoking materials properly Never smoke in bed 2 Keep matches or lighters away from children 3 Store flammable materials in proper containers 4 Keep electrical appliances in good condition and don t overload electrical circuits 5 Keep stoves barbecue grills fireplaces and chimneys grease and debris free 6 Never leave anything cooking on the stove unattended 7 Keep portable heaters and open flames like candles away from flammable materials 8 Don t let rubbish accumulate Keep alarms clean and test them weekly Replace alarms immediately if they are not working properly Sm
4. IT MUST ALARM BETWEEN 60 and 240 MINUTES Approximately 10 COHb exposure at levels of 10 to 95 Relative Humidity RH The unit is designed not to alarm when exposed to a constant level of 30 ppm for 30 days IMPORTANT CO Alarms are designed to alarm before there is an immediate life threat Since you cannot see or smell CO never assume it s not present e An exposure to 100 ppm of CO for 20 minutes may not affect average healthy adults but after 4 hours the same level may cause headaches e An exposure to 400 ppm of CO may cause headaches in average healthy adults after 35 minutes but can cause death after 2 hours Standards Underwriters Laboratories Inc Single and Multiple Station carbon monoxide alarms UL2034 According to Underwriters Laboratories Inc UL2034 Section 1 1 2 Carbon monoxide alarms covered by these requirements are intended to respond to the 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 Alarms are intended to alarm at carbon monoxide levels below those that could cause a loss of ability to react to the dangers of Carbon Monoxide exposure This CO Alarm monitors the air at the Alarm and is designed to alarm before CO levels become life threatening This allows you precious time to leave the house and correct the problem This is only possible if Alarms are located ins
5. furnace room utility room and hallways not protected by the required Smoke Alarms The installation of Smoke Alarms in kitchens attics finished or unfinished or garages is not normally recommended as these locations occasionally experience conditions that can result in improper operation 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 A Smoke Alarm installed in each separate sleeping area in the vicinity but outside bedrooms and Heat or Smoke Alarms 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 Alarms 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 AC powered Smoke Alarms Can be interconnected so if one unit senses smoke all units alarm They do not operate if electricity fails AC with battery DC back up will operate if electricity fails provided the batteries are fresh and correctly installed AC and AC DC units must be installed by a qualified electrician Smoke CO Alarms for Solar or Wind Energy users and battery backup power systems AC powered Smoke CO Alarms should only be operated with tru
6. outlines you traced 5 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 6 Line the mounting bracket up over the plastic screw anchors 7 Screw the mounting bracket to the ceiling or wall through the mounting slots using the two screws provided 8 Before attaching the Alarm to the bracket insert the two 2 AA batteries included into the battery compartment Match the terminals on the end of the battery with the terminals on the unit Match to and to If the batteries are not fully inserted the unit cannot receive battery power NOTE The unit may beep briefly when you install the batteries This is normal The GREEN Light flashes about every 60 seconds when the unit is receiving battery power AWARNING The battery door will resist closing unless batteries are installed This warns you the unit will not operate without batteries 9 Attach the Smoke CO Alarm to the mounting bracket Line up the guides on the alarm s base with the guides on the mounting bracket When guides are lined up turn the base clockwise right until it snaps into place NOTE Once the Smoke CO Alarm is snapped onto the mounting bracket you can rotate the Smoke CO Alarm to adjust the alignment 10 Test the Smoke CO Alarm See Weekly Testing for details
7. source like cooking smoke Alarm s cover with a soft clean cloth If frequent unwanted alarms continue relocate your Alarm Alarm may be too close to a kitchen cooking appliance or steamy bathroom For a list of acceptable replacement batteries see Regular Maintenance If you have questions that cannot be answered by reading this manual call Consumer Affairs 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 Alert brand products warrants that for a period of five 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 result
8. the the terminals on the end of the battery with the head of the locking pin and gently pry it out 4 to and of the battery compartment lock If you plan terminals on the unit Match to an to If the batteries are not fully inserted the 9 ralock iny battery compartment save the locking pin unit cannot receive battery power oo Test Silence button until the To relock the battery compartment close the battery door and reinsert locking pin in lock IMPORTANT If the unit does not alarm during testing DO Reattach the Smoke CO Alarm to the NOT lock the battery compartment Install new mounting bracket batteries and test again If the unit still does not alarm replace it immediately 3 Using needle nose pliers or a utility knife EZ detach one locking pin from the mounting M IMPORTANT bracket hi j When replacing the batteries always test y the Smoke CO Alarm before relocking the Push the locking pin through the hole near battery compartment the battery door latch on the back of the Smoke CO Alarm TO LOCK THE MOUNTING BRACKET p TO UNLOCK THE MOUNTING BRACKET Using needle nose pliers or a utility knife 1 Inser a flathead screwdriver into the detach one locking pin from the mounting rectangular cut out on the mounting bracket wwz bracket nearest to the locking pin Insert the locking pin through the hole on the back of th
9. yellow flame means fuel is not being burned completely and CO may be present Keep the blower door on the furnace closed Use vents or fans when they are available on all fuel burning appliances Make sure appliances are vented to the outside Do not grill or barbecue indoors or in garages or on screen porches e 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 e Check the house or garage on the other side of shared wall e 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 In addition familiarize yourself with all enclosed materials Read this manual in its entirety and make sure you understand what to do if your CO Alarm sounds REGULATORY INFORMATION FOR SMOKE CO ALARMS REGULATORY INFORMATION FOR CO ALARMS WHAT LEVELS OF CO CAUSE AN ALARM Underwriters Laboratories Inc Standard UL2034 requires residential CO Alarms to sound when exposed to levels of CO and exposure times as described below They are measured in parts per million ppm of CO over time in minutes UL2034 Required Alarm Points e Ifthe alarm is exposed to 400 ppm of CO IT MUST ALARM BETWEEN 4 and 15 MINUTES e If the alarm is exposed to 150 ppm of CO IT MUST ALARM BETWEEN 10 and 50 MINUTES e If the alarm is exposed to 70 ppm if CO
10. 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 Alarm remains in its normal condition 4 After following steps 1 3 if your CO Alarm 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 IF THE SMOKE ALARM SOUNDS RESPONDING TO AN ALARM AWARNING e Ifthe unit alarms and you are not testing the unit it is warning you of a potentially dangerous situation that requires your immediate attention NEVER ignore any alarm Ignoring the
11. Mode and the low battery warning will resume LED flashes and unit sounds chirp once a minute NOTE A 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 replacement of heating ventilation air conditioning HVAC equipment combustion appliances and equipment and or gas fireplaces or other decorative combustion equipment WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CO WHAT IS CO CO is an invisible odorless tasteless gas produced when fossil fuels do not burn completely or are exposed to heat usually fire Electrical appliances typically do not produce CO These fuels include Wood coal charcoal oil natural gas gasoline kerosene and propane Common appliances are often sources of CO If they are not properly main tained are improperly ventilated or malfunction CO levels can rise quickly CO is a real danger now that homes are more energy efficient Air tight homes with added insulation sealed windows and other weatherproofing can trap CO inside SYMPTOMS OF CO POISONING These symptoms are related to CO POISONING and should be discussed with ALL household members Mild Exposure Slight headache nausea vomiting fatigue flu like symptoms Medium Exposure Throbbing headache drowsiness confusion fast heart rate Extreme Exposure Convulsion
12. USER S MANUAL COMBINATION CARBON MONOXIDE amp SMOKE ALARM Features Separate sensors to detect smoke and CO the two alarm systems work independently Powered by two AA batteries Side access drawer for easy battery replacement IMPORTANT PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND SAVE ANTERTE This user s manual contains important information about your Combination Carbon Monoxide amp Smoke cu Alarm s operation If you are installing this Alarm for use by others you must leave this manual or a copy US of it with the end user Lis TED Model SCO5 MO08 0117 003 Q 06 07 Printed in Mexico TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction 20 saccnncecc secede suiW eea E Gees ae i EA 1 FIPS Safety WIS paces unan 2 ana eaa Seba tease beni a a Sae dee 1 Basic Safety Information sarsie ciacacesox aoa aac aca ach iiaea ia ika 1 INStallatiON c lt ccses seers n es O05 55468 EEE wee ee 1 2 Where to Install This Alarm 0 ee ee eee 1 2 Where This Alarm Should NOT Be Installed 02 00005 2 How to install THIS HAVANA ii oice aie ese seinen aomeie acme nae en ee aaa a 2 Optional Locking Features 0 00 c cece eee eee eee 3 Weekly Testing jaiia b acse2c deepal meds ce evap hyenas cyan E E E Ea 3 Regular Maintenance 0 0 cece eee eee eee eee 4 If Your Smoke CO Alarm Sounds 00 cece eee eee eee eel 4 What To Do First Identify The Type Of Alarm 0 4 Ifthe CO Alarm SOuUndS 002 064 aeccig ad
13. alarm may result in injury or death e Never remove the batteries from a battery operated Smoke CO Alarm to stop an unwanted alarm caused by cooking smoke etc Removing batteries disables the alarm so it cannot sense smoke and removes your protection Instead open a window or fan the smoke away from the unit The alarm will reset automatically e Ifthe unit alarms get everyone out of the house immediately WHAT TO DO IN CASE OF FIRE e Don t panic stay calm Follow your family escape plan e Get out of the house as quickly as possible Don t stop to get dressed or collect anything e 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 and windows closed unless you must escape through them e Cover your nose and mouth with a cloth preferably damp Take short shallow breaths e Meet at your planned meeting place outside your home and do a head count to make sure everybody got out safely e Call the Fire Department as soon as possible from outside Give your address then your name e Never go back inside a burning building for any reason e Contact your Fire Department for ideas on making your home safer AWARNING Alarms have various limitations See General Limitations of Smoke CO Alarms for details USING THE SILENCE FEATURES AWARNING Never remove the batteries to quiet an unwanted alarm Removing the batteries disables the alarm an
14. arms should be installed where temperatures normally remain between 40 F 4 C and 100 F 38 AGENCY PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS IMPORTANT Standards Underwriters Laboratories Inc Single and Multiple Station Smoke Alarms 217 NFPA 72 National Fire Code Chapter 11 For your information the National Fire Protection Association s Standard 72 reads as follows 41 5 1 One and Two Family Dwelling Units 11 5 1 1 Smoke Detection Where required by applicable laws codes or standards for the specified occupancy approved single and multiple station Smoke Alarms shall be installed as follows 1 In all sleeping rooms Exception Smoke Alarms shall not be required in sleeping rooms in existing one and two family dwelling units 2 Outside of each separate sleeping area in immediate vicinity of the sleeping rooms 3 On each level of the dwelling unit including basements Exception In existing one and two family dwelling units approved Smoke Alarms powered by batteries are permitted A 11 8 3 Are More Smoke Alarms Desirable The required number of Smoke Alarms might not provide reliable early warning protection for those areas separated by a door from the areas protected by the required Smoke Alarms For this reason it is recommended that the householder consider the use of additional Smoke Alarms for those areas for increased protection The additional areas include the basement bedrooms dining room
15. button is the recommended way to test this Smoke CO Alarm REGULAR MAINTENANCE This unit has been designed to be as maintenance free as possible but there are a few simple things you must do to keep it working properly AWARNING Use only the replacement batteries listed below The unit may not operate properly with other batteries Never use rechargeable batteries since they may not provide a constant charge e Test it at least once a week e Clean the Smoke CO Alarm at least once a month gently vacuum the outside of the Smoke CO Alarm using your household vacuum s soft brush attachment A can of clean compressed air sold at computer or office supply stores may also be used Follow manufacturer instructions for use Test the Smoke CO Alarm Never use water cleaners or solvents since they may damage the unit e f the Smoke CO Alarm becomes contaminated by excessive dirt dust and or grime and cannot be cleaned to avoid unwanted alarms replace the unit immediately e Relocate the unit if it sounds frequent unwanted alarms See Where This Alarm Should Not Be Installed for details Choosing a replacement battery Your Smoke CO Alarm requires two standard AA batteries The following batteries are acceptable as replacements Eveready Energizer E91 These batteries are available at many local retail stores IMPORTANT Actual battery service life depends on the Smoke CO Alarm and the environ ment in which it is installe
16. ce on the ceiling or wall as outlined below Read Where To Install This Alarm before starting PARTS OF THIS SMOKE CO ALARM 1 Test Silence Button Battery Compartment Power Smoke Alarm LED CO Alarm LED AON Tools you will need pencil drill with 3 16 or 5mm drill bit flathead screwdriver hammer ACAUTION e Do not connect this unit to any other alarm or auxiliary device It is a single station unit that cannot be linked to other devices Connecting anything else to this unit may prevent it from working properly e Do not install this unit over an electrical junction box Air currents around junction boxes can prevent smoke from reaching the sens ing chamber and prevent the unit from alarming Only AC powered units are intended for installation over junction boxes IMPORTANT If you want to lock the battery compartment or lock the Smoke CO Alarm to the mounting bracket please read the Optional Locking Features section 1 Hold base firmly and twist the mounting bracket counterclockwise left to separate it from the unit 2 Hold the mounting bracket against the ceiling or wall so the vertical mounting slot is aligned in the 12 o clock position and trace around the inside of the mounting slots vertical and horizontal mounting 3 Put the unit where it won t get covered with dust when you drill the mounting holes 4 Using a 3 16 5 mm drill bit drill a hole through the center of the oval
17. cumstances Because CO may dissipate by the time an investigator arrives it may be diffi cult to locate the source of CO BRK Brands Inc shall not be obligated to pay for any carbon monoxide investigation or service call POTENTIAL SOURCES OF CO IN THE HOME Fuel burning appliances like O portable heater gas or wood burning fireplace gas kitchen range or cooktop gas clothes dryer Damaged or insufficient venting corroded or disconnected water heater vent pipe leaking chimney pipe or flue or cracked heat exchanger blocked or clogged chimney opening Improper use of appliance device operating a barbecue grill or vehicle in an enclosed area like a garage or screened porch a Transient CO Problems transient or on again off again CO problems can be caused by outdoor conditions and other special circumstances The following conditions can result in transient CO situations 1 Excessive spillage or reverse venting of fuel appliances caused by outdoor conditions such as e Wind direction and or velocity including high gusty winds Heavy air in the vent pipes cold humid air with extended periods between cycles e Negative pressure differential resulting from the use of exhaust fans e Several appliances running at the same time competing for limited fresh air e Vent pipe connections vibrating loose from clothes dryers furnaces or water heaters e Obstructions in or unconventional vent pipe desi
18. d All the batteries specified above are acceptable replacement batteries for this unit Regardless of the manufacturer s suggested battery life you MUST replace the battery immediately once the unit starts chirping the low battery warning To replace the batteries without removing Alarm from the ceiling or wall 1 Open the battery compartment 2 Press tabs A and B as shown in the diagram and remove each battery 3 Insert the new batteries making sure they snap completely into the battery compartment F Match the terminals on the ends of the batteries with the terminals on the unit 4 Close the battery compartment and then test the unit by pressing the Test Silence button IF YOUR SMOKE CO ALARM SOUNDS WHAT TO DO FIRST IDENTIFY THE TYPE OF ALARM What You See and Hear CO LED Flashes Red Horn 4 beeps pause 4 beeps pause Power Smoke LED Off Power Smoke LED Flashes Red Horn 3 beeps pause 3 beeps pause CO LED Off Type of Alarm Carbon Monoxide CO Smoke IF THE CO ALARM SOUNDS ALARM MOVE TO FRESH AIR 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 AWARNING Actuation of your CO Alarm indicates the presence of carbon monoxide CO which can kill you In other words when your CO Alarm sounds you must not ignore it IF THE CO ALARM SIGNAL SOUNDS 1 Operate the Test Silence button 2
19. d removes your protection The Silence Feature is intended to temporarily silence the horn while you identify and correct the problem Do not use the Silence Feature in emergency situations It will not correct a CO problem or extinguish a fire The Silence Feature can temporarily quiet an unwanted alarm for several minutes Press the Test Silence button on the alarm cover for at least 3 5 seconds After the Test Silence button is released the Red LED blinks during the silence mode When the Smoke Alarm is Silenced When the CO Alarm is Silenced The CO alarm will remain silent for up to 4 minutes The Smoke Alarm will remain silent for up to 15 minutes then return to normal operation If the smoke has not cleared or continues to increase the device will go back into alarm After 4 minutes if CO levels remain potentially dangerous the horn will start sounding again SILENCING THE LOW BATTERY WARNING This silence feature can temporarily quiet the low battery warning chirp for up to 8 hours Press the Test Silence button on the alarm cover Once the low battery warning chirp silence feature is activated the unit continues to flash the Green light twice a minute for 8 hours After 8 hours the low battery chirp will resume Replace the batteries as soon as possible this unit will not operate without battery power To deactivate this feature Press the Test Silence button again The unit will go into Test
20. e Smoke CO Alarm as Pry the Smoke CO Alarm away from the shown in the diagram gt N bracket by pushing up on the screwdriver and turning the Smoke CO Alarm counterclockwise left at the same time When you attach the Smoke CO Alarm to the mounting bracket the locking pin s head will fit into a notch on the bracket WEEKLY TESTING AWARNING e NEVER use an open flame of any kind to test this unit You might You can test this Smoke CO Alarm Press and hold the Test Silence button accidentally damage or set fire to the unit or to your home The 3 5 seconds until unit starts to alarm built in test switch accurately tests the unit s operation as required During testing you will see and hear the following sequence by Underwriters Laboratories Inc UL NEVER use vehicle exhaust Exhaust may cause permanent damage and voids your warranty e The Horn will sound 3 beeps pause 3 beeps The Power Smoke LED flashes Red and the CO LED will be Off e DO NOT stand close to the Alarm when the horn is sounding Exposure at close range may be harmful to your hearing When i pex me porn wi paunaa beep S Pansa A ae The Power Smoke testing step away when horn starts sounding 9 gt If the unit does not alarm make sure the batteries are correctly installed ACAUTION and test again If the unit still does not alarm replace it immediately It is important to test this unit every week to make sure it is working properly Using the test
21. e or pure sine wave inverters Operating this Alarm with most battery powered UPS uninterruptible power supply products or square wave or quasi sine wave inverters will damage the Alarm If you are not sure about your inverter or UPS type please consult with the manufacturer to verify Smoke Alarms for the hearing impaired Special purpose Smoke Alarms should be installed for the hearing impaired They include a visual alarm and an audible alarm horn and meet the requirements of the Americans With Disabilities Act 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 All these Smoke Alarms 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 Alarm If you are unsure which type of Smoke Alarm to install refer the National Fire Protection Association NFPA Standard 72 National Fire Alarm Code and NFPA 101 Life Safety Code National Fire Protection Association One Batterymarch Park Quincy MA 02269 9101 Local building codes may also require specific units in new construction or in different areas of the home SPECIAL COMPLIANCE CONSIDERATIONS AWARNING This unit alone is not a suitable substitute for complete fire detection systems in places housing many people like apartment buildings cond
22. en enine dod ale ain Pe eed 4 If the Smoke Alarm Sounds 000 notava dania e eee 4 Using the Silence Features ciisicxscitann cena wan be ew Meee 4 What You Need To Know About CO cece eee e eee ees 5 Whar IS GO Aa Dasa ale tied eirinn t ar AEE Met tat ahah ati israel 5 Symptoms of CO POISONING a ceeveeeneeewenne nea w ek ORR EEK 5 Potential Sources of CO in the Home 2 0 eee eee 5 How Can I Protect My Family From CO Poisoning 0505 5 Regulatory Information For Smoke CO Alarms 00 00eeeeu 5 6 Regulatory Information for CO Alarms 0 000 c eee 5 Regulatory Information for Smoke Alarms 0200 005 5 6 Recommended Locations for Smoke Alarms 2 0 5 5 6 About Smoke Alarms sinen spec el aac Less te enlaces medi ot E a EEEE ae 6 Special Compliance Considerations 000 e eee e eee eee eee 6 General Limitations Of Smoke CO Alarms 00cee eee neal 6 7 Troubleshooting Guide 2 0c cece eee ee eee ene eee 7 Limited Warranty 00 cece eee eee 7 2007 BRK Brands Inc a Jarden Corporation company NYSE JAH 3901 Liberty Street Road Aurora IL 60504 8122 All rights reserved Consumer Affairs 800 323 9005 www firstalert com All First Alert Smoke Alarms conform to regulatory requirements including UL217 and are designed to detect particles of combustion Smoke particles of varying number and size are produced in all fires
23. ence Features for details Always check your home for a potential problem after any alarm Failure to do so can result in injury or death Test this Smoke CO 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 product is intended for use in ordinary indoor locations of family living units It is not designed to measure CO levels in compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration OSHA commercial or industrial standards Individuals with medical conditions that may make them more sensitive to carbon monoxide may consider using warning devices which provide audible and visual signals for carbon monoxide concentrations under 30 ppm For additional information on carbon monoxide and your medical condition contact your physician INSTALLATION WHERE TO INSTALL THIS ALARM Minimum coverage for Smoke Alarms as recommended by the National Fire Protection Association NFPA is one Smoke Alarm on every floor in every sleeping area and in every bedroom See Regulatory Information For Smoke Alarms for details on the NFPA recommendations For CO Alarms the National Fire Protection Association NFPA recommends that a CO Alarm should be centrally located outside of each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms For added protection install additional CO Alarms in each separate bedroom and o
24. gns which can amplify the above situations 2 Extended operation of unvented fuel burning devices range oven fireplace 3 Temperature inversions which can trap exhaust close to the ground 4 Car idling in an open or closed attached garage or near a home 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 a CO investigation HOW CAN I PROTECT MY FAMILY FROM CO POISONING ACO Alarm is an excellent means of protection It monitors the air and sounds a loud alarm before Carbon Monoxide levels become threatening for average healthy adults ACO Alarm is not a substitute for proper maintenance of home appliances To tele prevent CO problems and reduce the risk of CO poisoning Clean chimneys and flues yearly Keep them free of debris leaves and nests for proper air flow Also have a professional check for rust and corrosion cracks or separations These conditions can prevent proper air movement and cause backdrafting Never cap or cover a chimney in any way that would block air flow e Test and maintain all fuel burning equipment annually Many local gas or oil companies and HVAC companies offer appliance inspections for a nominal fee e Make regular visual inspections of all fuel burning appliances Check appliances for excessive rust and scaling Also check the flame on the burner and pilot lights The flame should be blue A
25. ing 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 Acts 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 specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state or province to province How to Obtain Warranty Service Service If service is required do not return the product to your retailer In order to obtain warranty service contact the Consumer Affairs Division at 1 800 323 9005 7 30 AM 5 00 PM Central Standard Time Monday through Friday To assist us in serving you please have the model number and date of purchase available when calling For Warranty Service return to BRK Brand
26. mmon areas like lobbies hallways or porches Using this unit in common areas may not provide sufficient warning to all residents or meet local fire protection ordinances regulations 3 Institutions Hospitals day care facilities long term health care facilities This unit is suitable for use in individual patient sleeping resident rooms provided a primary fire detection system already exists to meet fire detection requirements in common areas like lobbies hallways or porches Using this unit in common areas may not provide sufficient warning to all residents or meet local fire protection ordinances regulations 4 Hotels and Motels Also boarding houses and dormitories This unit is suitable for use inside individual sleeping resident rooms provided a primary fire detection system already exists to meet fire detection requirements in common areas like lobbies hallways or porches Using this unit in common areas may not provide sufficient warning to all residents or meet local fire protection ordinances regulations 5 Warehouses Commercial Buildings DO NOT use this Smoke CO Alarm in warehouses industrial or commercial buildings special purpose non residen tial buildings RVs boats or airplanes This Smoke CO Alarm is specifically designed for residential use and may not provide adequate protection in non residential applications GENERAL LIMITATIONS OF SMOKE CO ALARMS This Smoke CO Alarm is intended for residential use It is n
27. n airconditioned crawl spaces unfinished attics uninsulated or poorly insulated ceilings porches and garages e In insect infested areas Insects can clog the openings to the sensing chamber e Less than 12 inches 305 mm away from fluorescent lights Electrical noise can interfere with the sensor e In dead air spaces See Avoiding Dead Air Spaces AVOIDING DEAD AIR SPACES Dead air spaces may prevent smoke from reaching the Smoke CO Alarm To avoid dead air spaces follow installation recommendations below On ceilings install Smoke CO Alarms as close to the center of the ceiling as possible If this is not possible install the Smoke CO Alarm at least 4 inches 102 mm from the wall or corner For wall mounting if allowed by building codes the top edge of Smoke CO Alarms should be placed between 4 inches 102 mm and 12 inches 305 mm from the wall ceiling line below typical dead air spaces On a peaked gabled or cathedral ceiling install first Smoke CO Alarm within 3 feet 0 9 meters of the peak of the ceiling measured horizontally Additional Smoke CO Alarms may be required depending on the length angle etc of the ceiling s slope Refer to NFPA 72 for details on requirements for sloped or peaked ceilings HOW TO INSTALL THIS ALARM IMPORTANT This combination Smoke CO Alarm was designed to be mounted on the ceiling or wall It is not a tabletop device You must install this devi
28. n every level of your home NOTE For added protection install an additional Snoke CO Alarm at least 15 feet 4 6 meters away from the furnace or fuel burning heat source where possible In smaller homes or in manufactured homes where this distance cannot be maintained install the Alarm as far away as possible from the furnace or other fuel burning source Installing the Alarm closer than 15 feet 4 6 meters will not harm the Alarm but may increase the frequency of unwanted alarms In general install combination Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarms e On every level of your home including finished attics and basements e Inside every bedroom especially if people sleep with the door partly or completely closed e 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 12 meters long install a unit at each end e At the top of first to second floor stairs e At the bottom of the basement stairs e For additional coverage install Alarms in all rooms halls and storage areas where temperatures normally remain between 40 F and 100 F C and 38 RECOMMENDED PLACEMENT SUGGESTED AREAS FOR INSTALLING SMOKE ALARMS CO ALARMS AND COMBO UNITS KEY smoke alarms ee e ee A SMOKE ALARM WITH SILENCE FEATURE BEDROOM HALL BEDROOM BEDROOM co atarnms o BOTH OR COMBINATION LIVING ROOM SMOKE CO ALARMS
29. oke Alarms 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 of escape from an upper floor in case stairs are blocked BASIC SAFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT e Dangers Warnings and Cautions alert you to important operating instructions or to potentially hazardous situations Pay special attention to these items e This Smoke CO Alarm is approved for use in single family residences It is NOT designed for marine or RV use ACAUTION e This combination Smoke Carbon Monoxide Alarm has two separate alarms The CO Alarm 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 Alarm will only indicate the presence of smoke that reaches the sensor The Smoke Alarm is not designed to sense gas heat or flames AWARNING e This Smoke CO Alarm cannot operate without working batteries Removing the batteries for any reason or failing to replace the batteries at the end of their service life removes your protection e NEVER ignore any alarm See If Your Smoke CO Alarm Sounds for more information on how to respond to an alarm Failure to respond can result in injury or death e The Silence Features are for your convenience only and will not correct a problem See Using the Sil
30. ominiums hotels motels dormitories hospitals long term health care facilities nursing homes day care facilities or group homes of any kind even if they were once single family homes 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 unit may be used to provide additional protection in these facilities The following information applies to all five types of buildings listed below In new construction most building codes require the use of AC or AC DC powered Smoke Alarms only AC AC DC or DC powered Smoke Alarms can be used in existing construction as specified by local building codes Refer to NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm Code and NFPA 101 Life Safety Code local building codes or consult your Fire Department for detailed fire protection requirements in buildings not defined as households 1 Single Family Residence Single family home townhouse It is recom mended this unit be installed on every level of the home in every bedroom and in each bedroom hallway 2 Multi Family or Mixed Occupant Residence Apartment building condominium This unit is suitable for use in individual apartments or condos provided a primary fire detection system already exists to meet fire detection requirements in co
31. ork if the AC 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 AC power install both types of units This Smoke CO Alarm 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 Alarm or separate CO Alarms and Smoke Alarms in each bedroom and in the hallway between them This Smoke CO Alarm 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 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 Alarms be used in conjunction with interconnected AC powered Smoke Alarms For details see About Smoke Alarms for details Smoke CO Alarms 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 Alarm is installed
32. ot foolproof Like all other electronic devices this Smoke CO Alarm 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 ina remote part of the home away from the alarm device TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Low battery warning If the Alarm Horn chirps about once per minute Install two new AA batteries Horn does three rapid chirps every minute Device is not working properly and needs to be LED has 3 rapid flashes with chirps replaced Carbon Monoxide Alarm ONLY ee ee CO Alarm goes back into alarm 4 minutes after you CO levels indicate a potentially dangerous situation IF YOU ARE FEELING SYMPTOMS OF CO Silence it POISONING EVACUATE your home and call 911 or the Fire Department Refer to If The CO Alarm Sounds for details Units under warranty should be returned to manufacturer for replacement See Limited Warranty for details CO Alarm sounds frequently even though no high levels of CO are revealed in an investigation The CO Alarm may be improperly located Refer to Where to Install This Alarm for details Relocate your Alarm If frequent alarms continue have home rechecked for potential CO problems You may be experiencing an intermittent CO problem Smoke Alarm ONLY Smoke Alarm sounds when no smoke is visible Unwanted alarm may be caused by non emergency Silence Alarm using Test Silence button clean the
33. ot intended for use in industrial applications where Occupational Safety and Health Administration OSHA requirements for Carbon Monoxide Alarms must be met The Smoke Alarm portion of this device is not intended to alert hearing impaired residents Special purpose Smoke Alarms should be installed for hearing impaired resi dents CO Alarms are not yet available for the hearing impaired Smoke CO Alarms may not waken all individuals Practice the escape plan at least twice a year making sure that everyone is involved from kids to grandparents Allow 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 Alarm or if there are infants or family 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 Alarm while sleeping and to determine whether they may need assistance in the event of an emergency Continued GENERAL LIMITATIONS OF SMOKE CO ALARMS Continued Smoke CO Alarms 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 AC units cannot w
34. 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 conditioner or other appliances may also prevent alert persons from hearing the alarm horn This Smoke CO Alarm is not intended for people who are hearing impaired The Alarm 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 immediately 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 Alarm is not a substitute for life insurance Though this Smoke CO Alarm 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 Alarm has a limited life Although this Smoke CO Alarm 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 Alarm is n
35. s Inc 25 Spur Drive El Paso TX 79906 Battery BRK Brands Inc make no warranty express or implied written or oral including that of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose with respect to battery For your records please record First Alert is a registered trademark of the First Alert Trust Where Purchased Date Purchased Printed in Mexico MO08 0117 003 Q 06 07
36. s unconsciousness heart and lung failure Exposure to Carbon Monoxide can cause brain damage death IMPORTANT This CO Alarm measures exposure to CO over time It alarms if CO levels are extremely high in a short period of time or if CO levels reach a certain mini mum over a long period of time The CO Alarm generally sounds an alarm before the onset of symptoms in average healthy adults Why is this important Because you need to be warned of a potential CO problem while 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 Also young children and pets may be the first affected The average healthy adult might not feel any symptoms when the CO Alarm sounds However people with cardiac or respiratory problems infants unborn babies pregnant mothers or elderly people can be more quickly and severely affected by CO If you experience even mild symptoms of CO poisoning consult your doctor immediately FINDING THE SOURCE OF CO AFTER AN ALARM Carbon monoxide is an odorless invisible gas which often makes it difficult to locate the source of CO after an alarm These are a few of the factors that can make it difficult to locate sources of CO e House well ventilated before the investigator arrives e Problem caused by backdrafting e Transient CO problem caused by special cir
37. talled and maintained as described in this manual Gas Detection at Typical Temperature and Humidity Ranges The CO Alarm 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 Ethyl Acetate 200 ppm Isopropyl Alcohol 200 ppm and Carbon Dioxide 6000 ppm Values measure gas and vapor concentrations in parts per million Audible Alarm 85 dB minimum at 10 feet 3 meters REGULATORY INFORMATION FOR SMOKE ALARMS RECOMMENDED LOCATIONS FOR SMOKE ALARMS Installing Smoke Alarms in Single Family Residences The National Fire Protection Association NFPA recommends one Smoke Alarm on every floor in every sleeping area and in every bedroom In new construction the Smoke Alarms must be AC powered and interconnected See Agency Placement Recommendations for details Continued For additional coverage it is recommended that you install a Smoke Alarm in all rooms halls storage areas finished attics and basements where tempera tures normally remain between 40 F 4 C and 100 F 38 C Make sure no door or other obstruction could keep smoke from reaching the Smoke Alarms More specifically install Smoke Alarms e On every level of your home including finished attics and basements e Inside every bedroom especially if people sleep with the door partly or completely closed e Inthe hall near every sleeping area If yo
38. ty dirty or greasy areas e Where combustion particles are produced Combustion particles form when something burns Areas to avoid include poorly ventilated kitchens garages and furnace rooms Keep units at least 20 feet 6 meters from the sources of combustion particles stove furnace water heater space 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 recommended the Smoke Alarm be placed as far from these fuel burning sources as possible The placement recommendations are intended to keep these Alarms at a reasonable distance from a fuel burning source and thus reduce unwanted alarms Unwanted alarms can occur if a Smoke Alarm is placed directly next to a fuel burning source Ventilate these areas as much as possible e Within 5 feet 1 5 meters of any cooking appliance In air streams near kitchens Air currents can draw cooking smoke into the smoke sensor and cause unwanted alarms e In extremely humid areas This Alarm should be at least 10 feet 3 meters from a shower sauna humidifier vaporizer dishwasher laundry room utility room or other source of high humidity e In direct sunlight e In turbulent air like near ceiling fans or open windows Blowing air may prevent CO or smoke from reaching the sensors e In areas where temperature is colder than 40 F 4 C or hotter than 100 F 38 C These areas include no
39. ur 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 e At the top of the first to second floor stairway and at the bottom of the basement stairway IMPORTANT Specific requirements for Smoke Alarm installation vary from state to state and from region to region Check with your local Fire Department for current requirements in your area It is recommended AC or AC DC units be interconnected for added protection EXISTING HOMES NEW CONSTRUCTION KEY SMOKE ALARMS FOR MINIMUM PROTECTION oO BEDROOM BEDROOM ZN KITCHEN FINISHED BASEMENT O ADDITIONAL SMOKE ALARMS FOR BETTER COVERAGE A Ed 1 ni KITCHEN h TY AX SMOKE ALARMS WITH SILENCE FEATURE RECOMMENDED FOR KITCHENS MULTI STORY RESIDENCE MULTI STORY RESIDENCE INTERCONNECTED KITCHEN DINING ROOM AC OR AC DC SMOKE ALARMS es KITCHEN DINING ROOM LIVING ROOM LIVING ROOM 1 STORY RESIDENCE 1 STORY RESIDENCE INSTALLING SMOKE ALARMS IN MOBILE HOMES For minimum security install one Smoke Alarm as close to each sleeping area as possible For more security put one unit in each room Many older mobile homes especially those built before 1978 have little or no insulation If your mobile home is not well insulated or if you are unsure of the amount of insulation it is important to install units on inside walls only Smoke Al
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