each separate sleeping area.
If more than one sleeping area or the bedroom doors are closed during the
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night, you may need more than one CO alarm
For added protection, install at least one CO alarm in each level of the
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home and at the top of the basement stairs.
Install an additional CO alarm at least 6 meter (20 feet) away from the
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furnace or fuel burning heat source or appliance.
CO alarm is available for boats and recreational vehicles.
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IMPORTANT: CO alarm should be placed where you will hear it while sleeping.
In normal environment, wall mounted at least 1.5 meter (6 feet) from the
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floor is recommended.
If on wall position, at least 150mm (6 inch) below the ceiling.
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If ceiling position, at least 300mm (12 inch) from any wall.
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Higher than any door or window frame.
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WARNING! The unit does not work without power. CO alarm is an early
warning device, no more, no less. DO NOT PAINT the alarm.
WHERE NOT TO INSTALL CO ALARM
Within 1.5m (5 feet) of any gas appliance as furnace.
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In any high level of dusty, dirty or greasy area
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In damp or very humid areas, outdoor room or next to bathroom, at least
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installed the alarm 3 meters (10 feet) away from the bathroom.
In very cold or very hot area where the temperature could not be less than
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-10ºC or greater than 40ºC.
Humidity is less than 30% RH or more than 90% RH.
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In direct sunlight and direct above a sink or cooker.
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Behind drapes, curtains, furniture or other obstruction.
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In unheated basements or garages.
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In location where they are exposed to chemical solvents or cleaners.
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Near vents, flues and chimneys.
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Near heating and cooking appliances.
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In turbulent air, like near ceiling fans, heat vent, air conditioners, fresh air
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return, or near the open window, because of the blowing air may delay
CO from reaching the alarm.
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