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BACKUP BATTERY REPLACEMENT
Disconnect AC power before changing battery. Shock hazard exists if AC power is
miswired.
The alarm uses a 9 Volt battery. The battery should last for at least one year under normal operating
conditions. The alarm has a low battery indicator, an audible beep or chirp. It will operate at approx.
40 second intervals for a minimum of 7 days. When this indication occurs, replace the battery with
an Alkaline type (Energizer #522, Duracell #MN1604, Zeus 9V), or Lithium type (Energizer LA522,
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OPTIONAL BATTERY DRAWER TAMPER LOCKING PIN: To make your battery drawer tamper
resistant, a locking pin has been provided (breakaway part on mounting bracket).
NOTE: If this feature has been activated, you will need to deactivate it by removing the battery
drawer tamper pin located at side of battery drawer. Refer to Page 5.
Pull the QUICK DRAW
(R)
battery drawer open and remove the battery. While observing polarity,
push the replacement battery into the battery drawer until it is held securely in place. Carefully
close the battery drawer and reinstall the tamper pin.
Test the alarm by pushing the TEST button on the alarm cover until the alarm sounds, then
release.
REPAIRS AND SERVICES
If this alarm is defective in any way, do not tamper with it. Return the alarm for servicing. See warranty
for instructions. There will be a service charge for repairing out of warranty alarms.
WEEKLY TESTING
This alarm is designed to act as a monitor, not for use as a short-term testing device, to
perform a quick check for the presence of CO or gas. WARNING: Natural gas (methane)
is highly explosive. An attempt to test the unit by exposing it to natural gas outside of a
controlled labatory environment can produce an explosion and death. NEVER use a gas
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operation as required by ANSI/UL2034 Standard for Safety. If, at any time, you test the alarm and
it does not perform as described, replace it immediately.
It is important to test this alarm every week to make sure it is working properly.
USING THE TEST FEATURE:
Press and release the TEST button on the alarm cover.
During testing, you will hear: 4 beeps (red LED on), 5 second pause, 1 beep (blue LED on).
If the alarm does not sound properly:
1. Make sure the AC power is applied and the battery is fresh and installed correctly.
2. Test the alarm again.
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or thumb. Use of any other instrument(s) is strictly prohibited.
REGULAR MAINTENANCE
CLEANING YOUR ALARM:
DO NOT use spray cleaning chemicals or insect sprays directly on or near the alarm. DO NOT
paint over the alarm. Doing so may permanently damage the alarm.
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based cleaners, paints, varnishes, most aerosol sprays including compressed gas dusters or any
other chemical on or near your alarm.
AFTER CLEANING, REINSTALL YOUR ALARM. TEST
YOUR ALARM BY USING THE TEST BUTTON.
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CO AND NATURAL GAS ALARM LIMITATIONS
Alarms have limitations. Like any other electronic device, CO and Natural Gas alarms are not
foolproof.
CO and Natural Gas alarms have a limited operational life. Your alarm must be tested weekly,
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test reveals a malfunction, immediately have the unit replaced (see last page for warranty
information).
CO and Natural Gas alarms can only sense CO which reaches the alarm’s sensor. Carbon monoxide
may be present in other areas without reaching the alarm.
CO or gas could be present on one level of the home and not reach the alarm installed on a different
level. For example, CO or gas in the basement may not reach an alarm on the second level, near
the bedrooms. For this reason, we recommend you provide complete coverage by placing a CO
and Natural Gas alarm on every level of the home.
CO and Natural Gas alarms are not a substitute for property, disability, life or other insurance of
any kind. Appropriate coverage is your responsibility.
POTENTIAL SOURCES OF CO IN THE HOME
Fuel-burning appliances, such as;
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or cooktops, gas clothes dryers.
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corroded or disconnected water heaters, vent pipes,
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Improper use of appliances/devices;
operating a barbeque grill or vehicle in an enclosed area
(such as a garage or screened porch).
Transient CO Problems:
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conditions and other special circumstances.
The following conditions can result in transient CO situations:
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conditions, such as:
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Wind direction and/or velocity, including high gusts of wind. Heavy air in the vent pipes (cold/
humid air with extended periods between cycles).
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Negative pressure differential resulting from the use of exhaust fans.
•
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Vent pipe connections vibrating loose from clothes dryers, furnaces or water heaters.
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Obstructions in or unconventional vent pipe designs which can amplify the above situations.
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3. Temperature inversions which can trap exhaust close to the ground.
4. A car idling in an open or closed attached garage or near a home.
HOW CAN I PROTECT MY FAMILY FROM CO POISONING?
This alarm is an excellent means of protection. It monitors the air and sounds a loud alarm before
carbon monoxide levels become threatening to the average, healthy adult.
An alarm is not a substitute for proper maintenance of home appliances.
To help prevent CO problems and reduce the risk of CO poisoning:
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HVAC companies offer appliance inspections for a nominal fee.
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appliances. Make sure appliances are vented to the outside. Do not grill or barbecue indoors
or in garages or screen porches.
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for a backdraft. Look for cracks on furnace heat exchangers.
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Check the house or garage on the other side of a shared wall.
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GAS
BLUE LED
AUDIBLE & VISUAL SIGNALS
POWER
GREEN LED
HORN
OPERATIONAL SUMMARY
CONDITION / RECOMMENDATION
Silent
Off
On and Blinks
Off approx
every 20
seconds
Off
Condition:
AC power is present. DC power is present.
Recommendation:
None
CO
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(alarmed
previously)
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Off approx
every 20
seconds
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every 5
seconds until
reset
Silent
Off
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On approx
every 40
seconds
Off
Condition:
Alarm is powered by battery backup. AC Power is not
present.
Recommendation:
Check the breaker or fuse box for power. If the breaker
or fuse box looks normal, call a licensed electrician for assistance.
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5 second pause,
1 beep
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sync with
the 1 beep
Turns off
when the
3 beeps start
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with the cycle of
4 beeps and
turns off
Condition:
The test/silence button has been pressed. The test sequence
lasts for approx. 7 seconds.
Recommendation:
None
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sound when
other alarms
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or when
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pressed
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repeat
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sync with
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sounds by calling an Emergency Service and getting out of the home.
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when the
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if an alarm sounds by calling an Emergency Service and getting out of
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when the
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2 second pause,
repeat
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in sync
with the
1 beep
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sounds by calling an Emergency Service and getting out of the home.
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2 second pause,
repeat
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precautions if an alarm sounds by calling an Emergency Service and
getting out of the home.
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when the
1 beeps starts
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On in
sync with
the 1 beep
Condition:
Nuisance Alarm.
Recommendation:
If there is no hazard present, verify the alarm is
mounted in the correct location (see User’s Manual). Reset alarm as
instructed below.
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when no
hazard is
present
Off or Blinks
On in sync
with 4 beeps
Turns off
when the
beeps start
4 Beeps,
5 second pause,
repeat
Blinks
On in sync
with 4 beeps
Off
Turns off
when the
4 beeps start
Condition:
CO alarm when cause of alarm is known and poses no threat.
Recommendation:
The CO alarm Silence Feature can be activated by pressing
and releasing the Test/CO Silence button on the initiating alarm while in alarm
condition. The alarm will remain silent for approx. 5 minutes (with the red LED
blinking on approx. every 10 seconds), depending on the level of CO detected.
If CO levels drop below alarm levels, the alarm will remain silent and return to
normal operation. If CO levels remain constant or increase, this indicates a
potentially dangerous situation and the horn will sound again. Ventilate area.
Off and
Blinks On
approx.
every 5
seconds
until reset
Condition:
One or more alarms not responding to interconnected alarm.
Recommendation:
Press and hold the alarm Test/Silence button for at least
5 seconds. If still no alarm, turn off AC Power at the circuit breaker or fuse
box and disconnect the alarm from the mounting bracket and make sure
the connector plug is securely attached on units that did not alarm. If still no
alarm, have a licensed electrician make sure the yellow wire is not mistakenly
or accidentally connected to the white (neutral) wire.
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The QUICK FIND® feature will immediately allow you to locate the originating
alarm (once the alarms have stopped sounding). To initiate QUICK FIND®,
press and hold the test/silence button on any alarm until the test sequence
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sequence is designated by the alarm type. Once this test sequence ends,
the originating alarm continues to sound for approximately 60 seconds.