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MODEL CO2120PN—User’s Manual

 

120V Plug-In Carbon Monoxide Alarm 
With Silence Feature

 

M06-1044-000 6/99

 

120V AC 60 Hz .085A Standby .087A Alarm

Summary of Contents for CO2120PN

Page 1: ...MODEL CO2120PN User s Manual 120V Plug In Carbon Monoxide Alarm With Silence Feature M06 1044 000 6 99 120V AC 60 Hz 085A Standby 087A Alarm ...

Page 2: ...nce Feature 9 CHAPTER 4 TESTING AND MAINTENANCE 10 CHAPTER 5 WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CO 11 What is CO 11 Symptoms of CO Poisoning 11 Potential Sources Of CO In The Home 12 How Can I Protect My Family 13 CHAPTER 6 UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES INC UL2034 14 CHAPTER 7 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 15 CHAPTER 8 GENERAL LIMITATIONS OF CO ALARMS 16 LIMITED WARRANTY BACK COVER PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND SAVE Thi...

Page 3: ...r a potential problem after any alarm Failure to do so can result in injury or death WARNING This CO Alarm can not operate without continuous electricity It does not operate during a power failure WARNING NEVER ignore your Carbon Monoxide Alarm if it alarms Refer to What To Do If Your CO Alarm Alarms for more information Failure to do so can result in injury or death WARNING Test the CO Alarm once...

Page 4: ...g and remembers the levels of CO it has been exposed to over time The unit goes into alarm mode when it has been exposed to a critical level of CO measured in parts per million or ppm within a specified time measured in minutes This Carbon Monoxide Alarm features a permanently installed sensor three colored indicator lights and an 85 dB alarm horn It also has a silence feature to temporarily quiet...

Page 5: ...During Normal Operation Green light ON Yellow red lights OFF Horn silent During Alarm Malfunction Green light ON Yellow light ON Red light FLASHES Horn chirps about twice a minute During Normal Test All three lights flash briefly Horn pattern repeats twice 4 beeps then a pause 4 beeps then a pause Using the Silence Feature in Alarm Green light ON Yellow light OFF Red light FLASHES Horn silent for ...

Page 6: ...n chirps twice a minute Dimensions 5 83 x 3 32 x 1 6 Approx Supply Voltage 120V AC 60Hz 085A Standby 087A Alarm During Alarm CO Alarm horn sounds while the red light flashes rapidly Warranty 5 year limited warranty Standards Underwriters Laboratories Inc Single and Multiple Station carbon monoxide alarms UL2034 According to Underwriters Laboratories Inc UL2034 Section 1 1 2 Carbon monoxide alarms ...

Page 7: ...m 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 Alarm on each level of the home If you have a basement install that CO Alarm at the top of the basement stairs For added protection install an additional CO Alarm at least 20 feet 6 meters away from the furnace or fuel...

Page 8: ...returns or open windows Blowing air may prevent CO or smoke from reaching the sensors In direct sunlight In outlets covered by curtains or other obstruction WARNING This CO Alarm is designed for use inside a single family home or apartment It is not meant to be used in common lobbies hallways or basements of multi family buildings unless working CO Alarms are also installed in each family living u...

Page 9: ...utton firmly until the unit sounds four loud beeps pause 4 beeps The sequence should last 5 6 seconds During testing the green yellow and red lights flash This is normal 4 While testing the unit have a family member check that the horn can be easily heard from the sleeping areas The unit should be located where it can wake you if it alarms at night 5 Find the pair of self adhesive labels included ...

Page 10: ...ate for sources of CO from fuel 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 equipment not inspected by the technician and consult the manufacturers instructions or contact the manufacturers directly for more information about CO safety and this equip...

Page 11: ...ttern 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 the CO Alarm re evaluates present CO levels and responds accordingly If CO levels remain potentially dangerous or start rising higher the horn will start sounding again While the detector is silenced ...

Page 12: ...When testing step away when horn starts sounding 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 at least twice a year using the soft brush attachment Test the Alarm again after vacuuming CAUTION DO NOT spray cleaning chemicals or insect sprays directly on or near the CO Alarm DO NOT paint over the CO Alarm D...

Page 13: ...ymptoms Medium Exposure Throbbing 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 individuals are more sensitive to CO than others including people with cardiac or respiratory problems infants unborn babies pregnant mothers or elderly people can be more quickly an...

Page 14: ...of fuel appliances caused by 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 resulting from the use of exhaust fans Several appliances running at the same time competing for limited fresh air Vent pipe connections vibrating loose from clothes dryers fu...

Page 15: ...inspections of all fuel burning 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 and CO may be present Keep the blower door on the fur nace closed Use vents or fans when they are available on all fuel burning appli ances Make sure appliances are vented to...

Page 16: ...ay cause headaches in average 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 if CO levels reach a certain minimum over a long period of time The CO Alarm generally sounds an alarm before the onset of symptoms in average healthy adults Why is this impor...

Page 17: ...ted Warranty for details CO Alarm goes back into alarm 4 minutes after you press the Test Silence button CO levels are still potentially dangerous Refer to Chapter 3 If Your CO Alarm Alarms for details on how to respond to an alarm If anyone is feeling ill EVACUATE your home immediately CO Alarm alarms frequently even though no high levels of CO are revealed in an investigation The CO Alarm may be...

Page 18: ...s or has been drinking alcoholic beverages This is especially 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 television air conditioner or other appliances may also prevent alert persons from hearing the alarm horn This CO Alarm is not intended for people who a...

Page 19: ...not cover normal wear of parts 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 alteration by anyone other than BRK Brands Inc Further the warranty does not cover acts of God such as fire flood hurricanes and tornadoes BRK Brands Inc shall not be liable for any...

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