This user manual contains important information about your combination smoke
& carbon monoxide alarm’s operation. To ensure proper use and trouble-free operation,
please read this manual carefully and store it in a safe place for future reference.
All X-SENSE smoke & carbon monoxide alarms conform with regulatory
requirements, including UL217 & UL2034 standards and are designed to detect
both smoke and carbon monoxide.
This unit adopts photoelectric technology to detect smoke which is generally
more sensitive than ionization technology. It is effective at detecting large
particles, which tend to be produced in greater amounts by smoldering fires and
may smolder for hours before bursting into flame. Sources of these fires may
include cigarettes burning in couches or bedding.
Carbon Monoxide (CO) is odorless, tasteless and invisible – it's a silent killer. Using
electrochemical sensing technology, this unit can detect increased levels of
carbon monoxide early, protecting your family from the dangers of carbon
monoxide.
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Determining what type of alarm has sounded is easy with your X-SENSE
Combination Smoke and CO Alarm. The alarm sounder will inform you of the type of
situation occurring.
Smoke alarms are designed to minimize false alarms. Cigarette smoke will not
normally set off the alarm, unless the smoke is blown directly into the alarm.
This unit contains nuisance alarm protection, which will reduce the impact of
cooking particles. However, large quantities of combustible particles from spills
or broiling could still cause the unit to alarm. Careful location of the unit away
from the kitchen area will give the maximum nuisance alarm protection.
Combustion particles from cooking may set off the alarm if located too close to
the cooking area. Large quantities of combustible particles are generated from
spills or when broiling. Using the fan on a range hood which vents to the
outside (non- recirculating type) will also help remove these combustible
products from the kitchen. If the alarm sounds, check for fires first. If a fire is
discovered follow these steps. Become thoroughly familiar with these items,
and review with all family members!
*Alert small children in the home. Children sleep very sound and may not be
awakened by the sound of the smoke alarms.
*Leave immediately using one of your planned escape routes. Every second
counts, don't stop to get dressed or pick up valuables.
