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REGULAR MAINTENANCE

 

To keep the CO Alarm in good working order:

 

• Test it every week using the Test/Silence 

button.

• Vacuum the CO Alarm cover once a 

month, using the soft brush 
attachment. Never use water, cleaners, or 
solvents, since these may damage the 
unit. Test the Alarm again after vacuuming.

• Replace the battery when the CO Alarm 

“chirps” and the yellow light blinks twice 
a minute (the low battery warning).

NOTE

:

 

The low battery warning should last for 30 days, 
but you should replace the battery immediately 
to continue your protection.

 

Choosing a replacement battery:

 

This unit requires one standard 9V alkaline 
battery. The following alkaline batteries are 
acceptable as replacements: Duracell 
#MN1604. You can also use an Ultralife 9 volt 
lithium battery #U9VL for longer service life 
between battery changes. These replacement 
batteries are commonly available at local retail 
stores.

IMPORTANT!

 

Use only the alkaline or lithium replacement 
batteries listed. The unit may not operate 
properly with other batteries. Never use 
rechargeable batteries since they may not 
provide a constant charge.

CAUTION!

 

DO NOT spray cleaning chemicals or insect 
sprays directly on or near the CO Alarm. DO 
NOT paint over the CO Alarm. Doing so may 
permanently damage the CO Alarm.

IMPORTANT!

 

Household cleaners, aerosol chemicals, and 
other contaminants can affect the sensor. When 
using any of these materials near the alarm, 
make sure the room is well ventilated.

 

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Summary of Contents for MODEL FCD3N

Page 1: ...MODEL FCD3N User s Manual Battery Operated Carbon Monoxide Alarm M06 1042 001 7 00 M06_1042_001 E Page 1 Wednesday July 12 2000 9 26 AM...

Page 2: ...ESTING AND MAINTENANCE 12 CHAPTER 5 WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CO 14 What is CO 14 Symptoms of CO Poisoning 14 Potential Sources Of CO In The Home 15 How Can I Protect My Family 16 CHAPTER 6 UNDERWRI...

Page 3: ...do so can result in injury or death WARNING This CO Alarm does not operate without a working battery Removing the battery or failure to replace it at the end of its service life removes your protectio...

Page 4: ...ures a permanently installed sensor three colored indicator lights and an 85 dB alarm horn It also has a silence feature to temporarily quiet the alarm horn The Cover of Your CO Alarm 1 Test Silence B...

Page 5: ...press the Test Silence button all three lights will flash briefly but the horn may stay silent If the battery is WEAK the BATTERY light flashes YELLOW IMPORTANT Replace a weak battery immediately CO A...

Page 6: ...ht flashes rapidly This CO alarm is designed to sound for up to 12 hours in alarm conditions provided the battery is fresh and installed correctly Warranty 5 year limited warranty Standards Underwrite...

Page 7: ...t 6 meters away from the furnace or fuel burning heat source In a Multi level Home Install at least one CO Alarm near or within each separate sleeping area For added protection install at least one CO...

Page 8: ...air returns or open windows Blowing air may prevent CO from reaching the sensors In direct sunlight WARNING This CO Alarm is designed for use inside a single family home or apartment It is not meant...

Page 9: ...liance 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 replaceme...

Page 10: ...marks you made for the mounting holes 4 Insert the plastic screw anchors into the mounting holes until they are flush with the wall If necessary tap them gently with a hammer 5 Line up the mounting br...

Page 11: ...l 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 equi...

Page 12: ...tern 4 beeps a pause 4 beeps etc Press and hold the Test Silence button until the horn is silent The initial Silence cycle will last approximately 4 minutes NOTE After initial 4 minute Silence cycle t...

Page 13: ...y is low or weak the BATTERY light will flash YELLOW Even if the horn sounds you should replace a low or weak battery immediately for optimum performance If the alarm does not test properly 1 Make sur...

Page 14: ...atteries are acceptable as replacements Duracell MN1604 You can also use an Ultralife 9 volt lithium battery U9VL for longer service life between battery changes These replacement batteries are common...

Page 15: ...bbing headache drowsiness confusion fast heart rate Extreme Exposure Convulsions unconsciousness heart and lung failure Exposure to Carbon Monoxide can cause brain damage death CAUTION Some individual...

Page 16: ...outdoor conditions such as Wind direction and or velocity including high gusty winds Heavy air in the vent pipes cold humid air with extended periods between cycles Negative pressure differential res...

Page 17: ...ing appliances Check appli ances for excessive rust and scaling Also check the flame on the burner and pilot lights The flame should be blue A yellow flame means fuel is not being burned completely an...

Page 18: ...age healthy adults after 35 minutes but can cause death after 2 hours 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 i...

Page 19: ...lence button CO levels indicate a potentially dangerous situation IF YOU ARE FEELING SYMPTOMS OF CO POISONING EVACUATE your home and call 911 or the Fire Department If not press the Test Silence butto...

Page 20: ...ally 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 televisio...

Page 21: ...ts or damage resulting from any of the following negligent use or misuse of the product use on improper voltage or current or use contrary to the operating instructions disassembly repair or alteratio...

Page 22: ...21 NOTES M06_1042_001 E Page 21 Wednesday July 12 2000 9 26 AM...

Page 23: ...22 NOTES M06_1042_001 E Page 22 Wednesday July 12 2000 9 26 AM...

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