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F e a t u res and Operation of Digital Display and
Non-Digital Display Models

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Lights

Red Alarm Light 

The red light flashing once every
30 seconds, accompanied by the
alarm “chirp”, indicates the    
batteries need to be replaced, or 
the unit has malfunctioned (see figure 8).

4 quick flashes with alarm – followed by 5 seconds off – 
followed by 4 quick flashes with alarm (repeating pattern) 
indicates the p resence of carbon monoxide. Refer to pages 18-
20 for instru c t i o n s on 

What to do if the Alarm Sounds

.

Green Operate Light 

The green light indicates the unit is
functioning properly (see figure 9).
The green light will flash every 30 sec-
onds indicating a CO reading is being
taken and when any button 
is pressed.

Figure 8

Figure 9

F e a t u res and Operation of Digital Display
and Non-digital Display Models

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Test/Reset Button

The test/reset button is used to test the unit’s electronics and to
reset the unit during alarm.

Test the unit: 

To test, press the test/reset button.  

Test the unit weekly!

The unit will perform a self diagnostic test by cycling through the
alarm pattern.

Familiarize yourself and family members with the alarm pattern.
A CO alarm is 4 short beeps – followed by 5 seconds of silence –
followed by 4 short beeps. This cycle will repeat in the event of a
CO alarm. This cycle will continue for the first 4 minutes of a CO
alarm and then change to one cycle every one minute until the
device is reset or the CO is eliminated.

Note: For Digital Display Models

After the test/reset button is pressed, numbers appear on the
display. These are not CO readings and are part of the internal
testing process. Ignore these numbers !

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Reset

If the alarm is sounding, pressing the test/reset button will term i n a t e
the alarm. If the CO condition that caused the alert in the first
place continues, the alarm will reactivate. If the CO alarm sounds
again within six minutes, it is sensing high levels of CO which
can quickly become a dangerous situation. 

If this happens follow 

What To Do If The Alarm Sounds

on pages

18-20. Reactivation times depend on the amount of CO that caused
the CO alarm to initially alarm and the amount of CO present after
resetting the alarm.

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Summary of Contents for KN-COB-BCA

Page 1: ...EL KN COB BCA ASSEMBLY 9CO5 For questions concerning your Carbon Monoxide Alarm please call our Consumer Hotline at 1 800 880 6788 Please have the following information ready when calling Battery oper...

Page 2: ...ces used for heating and cooking vehicles engines elec tric generators blocked chimneys or flues portable fuel burning heaters fireplaces fuel powered tools and operating a grill in an enclosed space...

Page 3: ...4 900 0146 Digital display model Kidde Product View 5 non digital 9CO5 model Kidde Product View 810 2263_RevA_146_MAN_ENG 4 14 04 3 29 PM Page 4...

Page 4: ...ger detect carbon monoxide accurately and should be replaced immediately To help identify the date to replace the unit a label has been afficed to the side of the alarm Write teh Replace by date 7 yea...

Page 5: ...e connec tions from fuel fired appliances 5 obstructions or unconven tional vent pipe designs which can amplify the above situa tions 6 poorly designed and maintained chimneys and or vents ii extended...

Page 6: ...seconds after the peak level button is pressed to help see the reading Although the peak level feature will display levels below 30 PPM these levels will not result in an alarm no matter how long the...

Page 7: ...7 Figure 6 Figure 7 Features and Operation of Digital Display Model continued Peak Level Display Continued The peak level feature is helpful in identifying low level CO occur rences below 30 PPM Alth...

Page 8: ...ttern Familiarize yourself and family members with the alarm pattern A CO alarm is 4 short beeps followed by 5 seconds of silence followed by 4 short beeps This cycle will repeat in the event of a CO...

Page 9: ...nd return to normal operation 4 Gently close the bottom cover The bottom cover of your CO alarm will NOT close if all three AA batteries are not properly installed Figure 10 Battery Installation Repla...

Page 10: ...ither exiting the building or calling for assistance Young children and household pets are typically the first affected If you experience even mild symptoms of CO poisoning consult your doctor immedia...

Page 11: ...ot prevent CO from occurring nor can it solve an existing CO problem If your unit has alarmed and you ve provided ventila tion by leaving your windows and doors open the CO buildup may have dissipated...

Page 12: ...ther location prior to per forming any of the following Staining or stripping wood floors or furniture Painting Wall papering Using adhesives Storing the unit in a plastic bag during the above project...

Page 13: ...al near the sleeping area Q Do I have to press the test button to get a CO reading A No Your Kidde CO alarm continuously monitors the air for carbon monoxide The CO alarm will alert you to the pres en...

Page 14: ...the exclusion or limitation of consequential or inci dental damages so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you Legal Remedies This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you ma...

Page 15: ...y particular purpose with respect to the batteries The above warranty may not be altered except in writing signed by both parties hereto For Warranty Service In many cases the quickest way to exchange...

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