Costar 9RV Carbon Monoxide Alarm User Manual
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1. MILD EXPOSURE Headaches running nose sore eyes nausea vomiting fatigue often described as flu like symptoms MEDIUM EXPOSURE Severe throbbing headache dizziness drowsiness confusion fast heart rate EXTREME EXPOSURE Unconsciousness convulsions brain damage cardio respiratory failure death Many cases of reported CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING indicate that while victims are aware they are not well they become so disoriented they are unable to save themselves by either exiting the building or calling for assistance Also young children and household pets may be the first affected Your CO alarm is designed to detect the toxic CO fumes that result from incomplete combustion such as fuel burning appliances e g space heater furnace water heater range oven clothes dryer or other sources of combustion e g kerosene burning stove or heater or gas log fireplace or internal combustion engines e g automobile exhaust Furthermore installation of this device is not a substitute for proper installation use and maintenance of fuel burning appli ances including appropriate ventilation and exhaust systems This carbon monoxide alarming device is designed to detect carbon monoxide gas from ANY source of combustion It is NOT designed to detect smoke fire or any other gases CAUTION This alarm will only indicate the presence of carbon monoxide gas at the sensor Carbon monox ide gas may be present in other areas WA2. altered or rendered illegible 6 the cost of installation removal or reinstallation QUANTUM GROUP INC SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR ANY AND ALL DIRECT INDI RECT SPECIAL GENERAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF PROFITS OR ANTICIPATED PROFITS ARISING OUT OF USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT
3. 6 0 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS PLEASE READ CAREFULLY CAUTION THIS UNIT IS SEALED THE COVER IS NOT REMOVABLE 6 1 Select proper location 6 2 A mounting plate is provided on the back of the alarm Remove the mounting plate from the back of the alarm by holding the mounting plate and twisting the alarm in the direction indicated by the OFF arrow on the alarm cover 6 3 To insure aesthetic alignment of the alarm with the hallway or wall the UP ARROW on the mounting plate must be A Parallel with the hallway walls when ceiling mounting B Pointed upward when wall mounting C See steps A amp B in figure 2 q maae FED 8 Ceiling Mounting ie step A Step B Step C Step D Wall Mounting Battery Installation Installation Removal Figure 2 Installation Instructions 6 4 As described in Figures 1 2 attach the mounting plate on the wall Be sure the UP FOR WALL MOUNT ING text and arrow are facing up Use the screws and anchors provided to secure the mounting plate 6 5 The battery is INSTALLED REVERSED FOR SHIPPING Remove and reinstall the battery in the correct orientation as noted on the inside of the battery door When installing the battery align the and battery terminals on the correct contacts The alarm will beep once indicating proper battery installation WARNING BATTERY IS REQUIRED FOR ALARM OPERATION AND DETECTION OF CARBON MONOXIDE IF NO BATTERY IS INSTALLED THE BATTERY DOOR WI
4. The alarm will then test itself for proper operation and the RED LED will flash 4 6 times At completion of the self test the alarm will sound 2 patterns The alarm then resumes normal operation 11 0 SERVICE AND WARRANTY If after reviewing this manual you feel that your CO Alarm is defective in any way do not tamper with the unit Before returning your device call Quantum Group s customer service line at 1 800 432 5599 to receive a return merchandise authorization RMA number Once an RMA number has been issued return product along a note describing the problem and send it to QUANTUM GROUP INC 7737 Kenamar Court San Diego CA 92121 2425 LIMITED WARRANTY COSTAR Model 9RV Quantum Group Inc offers you this limited warranty on your new carbon monoxide alarm including all of its component parts This limited warranty extends solely to the original end user purchaser of this product provided your purchase was made from an authorized vendor Transfer or resale of this product will automatically terminate warranty coverage Quantum Group Inc warrants the enclosed carbon monoxide alarm to be free from defects in materials and work manship under authorized use and service as specified in the owner s manual for a period of six 6 years from the date of manufacture During the initial two 2 year period commencing with the date of manufacture any repair or replacement shall be made without charge During the latter four 4 years
5. of the warranty period any repair or replacement shall be made at a charge to the purchaser not to exceed the manufacturer s cost of repair or replacement All replaced items become the property of Quantum Group Inc QUANTUM GROUP INC MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED EXCEPT AS REQUIRED BY LAW AND IN NO CASE FOR A DURATION LONGER THAN THAT OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY EXCEPT AS REQUIRED BY LAW INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR AGAINST INFRINGEMENT OR ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ARISING OUT OF TRADE USAGE OR OUT OF A COURSE OF DEALING OR COURSE OF PERFORMANCE Quantum Group Inc has not authorized any other party to extend any other warranties in connection with the sale of the product and will not accept responsibility for any statements representations or warranties made by any other person This limited warranty does not cover 1 9 volt alkaline battery 2 products which have been improperly installed repaired maintained modified or which have been subjected to misuse abuse accident neglect exposure to fire water or excessive changes in climate or temperature or combined with non Quantum Group Inc approved acces sories 3 physical damage caused from use other than normal and proper operation or handling as specified in the owner s manual 4 cosmetic damage 5 products on which warranty stickers or product serial numbers have been removed
6. LL NOT CLOSE EASILY AND THE UNIT WILL NOT ATTACH TO THE MOUNTING BRACKET 6 6 Align marks on the edge of the trim plate with those on the alarm Twist the alarm in the direction indicated by the ON arrow on the alarm cover see step D until it locks in place 6 7 To make your carbon monoxide alarm tamper resistant a locking pin has been provided in the bag with the screws and anchors Using this pin will deter children and others from removing the alarm from the mounting plate To use the pin insert it into the hole in the side of the alarm after the alarm has been installed on the mounting plate see fig 3 Note the tamper resist pin will have to be removed in order to change the battery Using long nose pliers pull the pin out of the hole it is now possible to remove the alarm from the mounting plate Test alarm immediately following installa tion and weekly therafter for proper operation by pushing the test button until a short beep is heard approximately three seconds Release the Figure 3 button The alarm will then test itself for proper operation and the RED LED will flash 5 times At completion of the self test the alarm will sound 2 patterns The alarm then resumes normal operation 6 8 This box contains two self adhesive labels You should write the telephone numbers of the emergency service provider and a qualified technician in the space provided in the labels Place one label next to the alarm and the other label near a sour
7. OWNER S MANUAL Model 9RV COSTAR Carbon Monoxide Alarm for Recreational Vehicle Use ATTENTION PLEASE READ FOLLOW AND SAVE C US LISTED Dear New COSTAR 9RV Owner Congratulations as you have taken steps to help insure the health and life safety of you and your family We are proud to offer you our unique gcm CO Sensor technology that detects CO in a mannersimilar to the human body 5 response The COSTAR 9RV is an ideal and low cost way of warning you of both the acute and chronic effects of CO poisoning Please read this owner s manual carefully so you will have a better understanding of the effects of CO poison ing and the COSTAR 9RV Alarm as we work together pursuing a safer healthier indoor air quality for us all CSA 6 19 01 To your good health and safety Mark Goldstein Ph D President Quantum Group Inc may result in death by Carbon Monoxide poisoning Replace By Date is six 6 years from date of WARNING Failure to replace this product by the REPLACE BY DATE printed on the alarm cover manufacture 1 0 WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT CO Carbon monoxide CO is an insidious poison It is a colorless odorless and tasteless gas It is a cumulative poison Even low levels of CO have been shown to cause brain and other vital organ damage in unborn infants with no effect on the mother The following symptoms may be related to CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING and should be discussed with ALL members of the household
8. RNING This product is intended for use in ordinary indoor locations of family living units It is not designed to measure compliance with commercial or industrial standards such as Occupational Safety and Health Administration OSHA This device is designed to protect individuals from the acute effects of carbon monoxide exposure It will not fully safeguard individuals with specific medical conditions Individuals with medical problems may consider using warning devices which provide audible and visual signals for carbon monoxide concentrations under 30 ppm If in doubt consult a medical practitioner 2 0 WHAT YOU SHOULD DO IF THE ALARM SOUNDS WARNING Actuation of your CO alarm indicates the presence of carbon monoxide CO which can KILL YOU If alarm signal sounds flashing RED LED and pulsating horn For users in the United States follow the protocol in steps 1 through 4 below 1 Operate reset silence button 2 Call your emergency services fire department or 911 3 Imediately 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 reenter the prem ises nor move away from the open door window until emergency services responders have arrived the premises have been aired out and your alarm remains in its normal condition 4 After following steps 1 3 if your alarm reactivates within a 24 hour period repeat steps 1 3 and call a qualified repair technic
9. Test your alarms weekly and repair or replace them when they no longer function As with any electronic product it has a limited life Alarms that do not work cannot warn you 8 4 After cleaning reinstall your alarm and test your alarm by using the TEST button NOTE REGULAR TESTING IS RECOMMENDED 9 0 BATTERY REPLACEMENT IF TAMPER RESISTANT PIN HAS BEEN USED REFER TO STEP 6 7 UNDER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS see Figure 3 9 1 To replace the battery remove the alarm from the mounting plate by rotating the alarm in the direction of the OFF arrow on the cover see Figure 2 Step D 9 2 The COSTAR Model 9RV CO Alarm uses one 1 9 volt alkaline battery A fresh battery should last for one year under normal operating conditions They can be purchased anywhere batteries are sold such as your local hardware store 9 3 USE ONLY THE FOLLOWING 9 VOLT BATTERY FOR CO ALARM REPLACEMENT Alkaline type DURACELL MN1604 WARNING USE ONLY THE BATTERY SPECIFIED USE OF DIFFERENT BATTERIES MAY HAVE A DETRIMENTAL EFFECT ON THE CO ALARM CONSTANT EXPOSURE TO HIGH OR LOW HUMIDITY MAY REDUCE BATTERY LIFE CHECK THE BATTERY MANUFACTURERS SPECI FICATIONS FOR PROPER OPERATING CONDITIONS Note Most batteries are not rated below 20 C or above 54 C 10 0 PERIODIC ALARM TESTING Test the alarm weekly for proper operation by pushing the test button until a short beep is heard approx1 mately three seconds Release the button
10. a sound sleeper especially if the bedroom door or divider is closed or only partly open A N WARNING The COSTAR Model 9RV CO Alarm is not designed for marine use 5 0 INSTALLING THE COSTAR 9RV ALARM FOR RECREATIONAL VEHICLE USE DINETTE GALLEY Figure 1 Suggested Mounting Locations for RVs 5 1 RECOMMENDED MOUNTING LOCATIONS One of the most important considerations in any CO alarm system is the location of the alarms Statistics of the National Fire Protection Association NFPA show that most of the fatal CO occurrences happen at night while people are sleeping Early warning of CO is best achieved by the correct installation of CO alarms Placement of an alarm in a garage may cause an alarm due to CO from engine exhaust 5 2 Put a CO alarm in a central location inside the vehicle near sleeping areas A closed door can block particulate smoke but CO gas is likely to get through 5 3 This CO alarm may be mounted on the wall or ceiling 5 4 WALL LOCATION Mount alarm at least 3 feet usually 5 6 feet from the floor 5 5 CEILING LOCATION Alarm should be mounted as close as possible to the center of a hallway or room If this is not possible the edge of the alarm should be at least 4 inches from any wall 5 6 LOCATIONS TO AVOID e Within 5 feet 1 5m of any cooking appliance e Near an open window or door because the fresh air entering the opening may delay CO from reaching the alarm e In
11. ce of fresh air where you plan to gather after the alarm indicates the presence of carbon monoxide fo TAMPER RESISTANT LOCKING PIN 7 0 ALARM SIGNALS 7 1 NORMAL OPERATION RED LED flashes once every 30 seconds indicating that the alarm is powered and active 7 2 ALARM CONDITION RED LED turns on for 2 seconds and off for 4 seconds with 4 short beeps for 1 second and 5 seconds of silence Pushing and holding the test reset button for 3 seconds will silence the alarm for about 4 minutes After 4 minutes the alarm will once again sound until the unsafe CO concentration is reduced 7 3 TROUBLE SERVICE CONDITION The detector self tests every 10 minutes The detector will beep and the Indicator Test button will flash once every 30 seconds if a fault is detected This is an indication of a malfunc tion and that the detector requires immediate servicing 7 4 LOW BATTERY RED LED flashes and horn chirps once every 30 seconds for a minimum of 7 days Replace battery when this signal occurs 8 0 MAINTENANCE CLEANING YOUR ALARM WARNING Do not use any household cleaning agents paints varnishes or any other chemical on your 9RV alarm 8 1 To clean your alarm remove it from the mounting bracket as outlined in Section 6 2 8 2 You can clean the interior of your alarm by using your vacuum cleaner hose and vacuuming throughthe open ings around the perimeter of the alarm 8 3 The outside can be wiped with a clean towel
12. damp or very humid areas or next to bathrooms with showers Install detectors at least 5 feet 1 5 meters away from bathrooms e Locations where normal ambient temperatures are not met Normal ambient temperature limits are 40 F to 100 F 4 4 C to 37 8 C Note Most batteries are not rated below 20 C or above 54 C e Accommodation spaces should be well ventilated when household cleaning supplies or similar contaminants are stored or used 5 7 CONDITIONS WHICH CAN RESULT IN TEMPORARY CO SITUATIONS 5 7 1 Excessive spillage or reverse venting of fuel burning appliances caused by i Outdoor ambient conditions such as wind direction and or velocity including high gusts of wind and insufficient draft in the vent pipes cold humid air with extended periods between cycles ii Negative pressure differential resulting from the use of exhaust fans iii Simultaneous operation of several fuel burning appliances competing for limited internal air iv Loose vent pipe connections from fuel fired appliances such as clothes dryers furnaces or water heaters v Obstructions or unconventional vent pipe designs that can amplify the above situations v1 Poorly designed or maintained chimneys and or vents 5 7 2 Extended operation of unvented fuel burning devices range oven fireplace etc 5 7 3 Temperature inversions that can trap exhaust gasses near the ground and 5 7 4 RV truck or car idling in an open or closed attached garage or near a home
13. ian to investigate the sources of CO from fuel burning equipment and appliances and inspect for proper operation of this equipment If problems are identified during this inspec tion have the equipment serviced immediately Note any combustion equipment not inspected by the technician and consult the manufacturer s instructions or contact the manufacturers directly for more information about CO safety and this equipment Make sure motor vehicles are not and have not been operating in an attached garage or adjacent to the residence For users in Canada follow the protocol in steps 1 and 2 below 1 Imediately move to fresh air outdoors or by an open door or window Check that all persons are accounted for Do not re enter the premises or move away from the open door window until the emergency services responders have arrived the premises have been aired out and your alarm remains in its normal condition 2 Call your emergency services fire department or 911 If service signal sounds RED LED flashes and horn beeps every 30 seconds contact the manufacturer for troubleshooting and or instructions to return the unit Quantum Group Inc Customer Service 1 800 432 5599 2 1 IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS The 9RV has been designed and is warranted to operate for six years Never disconnect the battery to silence an alarm The alarm will automatically sense when the level of CO in the air falls below the danger le
14. our RV and make sure all occupants understand where they should go and wait if there is a dangerous CO condition e Conduct CO safety drills at least every 6 months to make sure that everyone even small children know what to do in order to escape safely e Know where to go to call the Fire Department from outside your RV 4 0 IMPORTANT WHAT YOUR CO ALARM CAN AND CANNOT DO 4 1 This unit is designed to detect carbon monoxide CO entering its sensing chamber It does not sense combustible gas such as natural gas propane or butane heat smoke or flames 4 2 NOTE This CO alarm is designed for use within a single recreational vehicle The alarm may not provide early warning for occupants if it is placed outside of the recreational vehicle such as on outside porches 4 3 When properly located installed and maintained this CO alarm is designed to provide early warning of devel oping poisonous CO conditions at a reasonable cost This alarm monitors the air and when it senses CO it activates its built in alarm It can provide precious time for you and your family to escape from your RV before CO can seriously injure or kill However such an early warning is possible only if the alarm is located installed and maintained as specified in the Owner s Manual 4 4 Ifyour RV has an interior room divider or door it is recommended to place a CO alarm on both sides of the divider or door If the alarm is located outside of a bedroom it may not wake up
15. vel You should stay outside the vehicle in fresh air until the alarm is silenced When the alarm sounds do not stand too close to the alarm The sound produced by the alarm is loud because it is designed to awaken a person in an emergency Prolonged exposure to the alarm at a close distance may be harmful to your hearing WARNING TEST ALARM OPERATION AFTER VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN STORAGE BEFORE EACH TRIP AND AT LEAST ONCE PER WEEK DURING USE 3 0 DEVELOPING YOUR OWN CO SAFETY PLAN This CO alarm can quickly alert you to the presence of CO it cannot prevent toxic CO emissions Please note that there are hazards against which CO detection may not be effective such as natural gas leaks or explosions The ultimate responsibility for protection against toxic CO gas rests solely on you Installing CO alarms is just the first step in protecting your family from toxic CO poisoning We also suggest that you create an effective comprehensive safety program as outlined below 3 1 Install CO alarms properly following the instructions in this manual 3 2 Develop a family escape plan and practice it with your entire family especially small children e Draw a floor plan of your RV and find two ways to exit There should be one way to get out of your RVwithout opening the door e Make sure that all occupants know what the CO alarm signal means and how they must be prepared to leave the RV by themselves if necessary e Decide on a meeting place a safe distance from y
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