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CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION
1. Where to Install your CO Alarm
Mounting Configuration
CO alarm should be mounted in or near bedrooms and
living areas. It is recommended that you install a CO
alarm on each level of a multi-level home. You may use
the number and location of the smoke alarms installed in
your home according to current building code
requirements as a guide to the location of your CO
alarms.
Location
When choosing your installation locations, make sure you
can hear the alarm from all sleeping areas. If you install only
one Carbon Monoxide alarm in your home, install the alarm
near bedrooms, not in the basement or furnace room.
CAUTION
This Alarm will only indicate the presence of carbon
monoxide at the sensor. Carbon monoxide may be
present in other areas.
IMPORTANT!
Improper location can affect the sensitive electronic
components in this Alarm. Please see the next
section where NOT to install this alarm.
2. Where NOT to Install your CO Alarm
To avoid causing damage to the unit, to provide
optimum protection, and to prevent unnecessary
