9.7 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
Figure 7). To remove the alarm, use
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 installation
and weekly for proper operation by pushing the test button until a
short beep is heard (approximately three seconds). Release the
button. 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 alarm patterns. The alarm then resumes nor-
mal operation.
9.8 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 on the labels. Place
one label next to the alarm, and the other label near a source of
fresh air where you plan to gather after the alarm indicates the
presence of carbon monoxide.
9.9 Attention Installer: Please leave this manual at residence for
user’s information
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10.1 NORMAL OPERATION
RED L.E.D. flashes once every 30 seconds, indicating that the
alarm is powered and active.
10.2 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. The RED
LED will illuminate and the alarm relay will be energized (N.O. or
N.C.). 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.
10.2.1 Connected zone should be programmed for 24 hour monitor-
ing and immediate response for hazardous levels of carbon
monoxide.
10.2.2 Alarm RELAY output 1 form ‘C’ dry contacts (non-latching) cur-
rent capacity is 0.1A-30Vdc
10.3 TROUBLE CONDITION
The detector self-tests every 10 minutes. The detector will beep
and the Indicator/Test button will flash twice every 30 seconds if a
fault is detected. This is an indication of a malfunction and that the
detector requires immediate servicing.
10.3.1 Trouble RELAY output
1 form ‘C’ dry contacts (non-latching) current capacity is 0.1A-
30Vdc Trouble relay connection to panel is optional.
11.0
MAINTENANCE
CLEANING YOUR ALARM:
11.1 Keep your CO alarms clean–do not wash.
11.2 To clean your alarm first remove he tamper resistant locking pin
(section 9.7), then remove the alarm from the mounting bracket
as outlined in section 9.2.
11.3 You can clean the interior of your alarm by using your vacuum
cleaner hose and vacuuming through the openings around the
perimeter of the alarm.
11.4 The outside can be wiped with a cloth.
11.5 After cleaning, reinstall your alarm and test your alarm by using
the TEST button.
11.6 Test your alarms weekly and repair or replace them when they
no longer function. As with any electronic product, alarms have
a limited life and alarms that do not work cannot warn you.
WARNING:
Do not use any household cleaning agents,
paints, varnishes or any other chemical on your 12-24SIR
alarm.
NOTE:
REGULAR TESTING IS RECOMMENDED.
12.0
PERIODIC ALARM TESTING
Test the alarm weekly for proper operation by pushing the
test button until a short beep is heard (approximately three
seconds). Release the button. The alarm will then test itself
for proper operation and the RED LED light will flash 4-6
times. At completion of the test, the alarm will sound 2 pat-
terns. The alarm then resumes normal operation.
13.0
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 the 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 the product along with a note describing the
problem and send it to:
7737 Kenamar Court
San Diego, CA 92121-2425
LIMITED WARRANTY
COSTAR® Model 12-24SIR
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 purcaser 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 workmanship
under authorized use and service, as specified in the owner’s
manual, for a period of six (6) years from the date of manu-
facture. 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 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 INFRINGE-
MENT, 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 war-
ranties made by any other person.
This limited warranty does not cover: (1) 9 volt alkaline battery
(when applicable); (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,
altered, or rendered illegible; (6) the cost of installation,
removal or reinstallation.
QUANTUM GROUP INC. SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR
ANY AND ALL DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, GENERAL, INCIDEN-
TAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT
LIMITED TO, LOSS OF PROFITS OR ANTICIPATED PROFITS ARIS-
ING OUT OF USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT.
TAMPER RESISTANT LOCKING PIN
Figure 7
