Where it would be obstructed by curtains or furniture.
In an area where the temperature could drop below 4.4°C or rise above
37.8°C
Where dirt or dust could block the sensor and stop it working.
Where it could be easily knocked or damaged, or where it could be
accidentally turned off or removed.
If you must install a Nighthawk CO alarm near a cooking or heating
appliance,
install AT LEAST 2 metres away from the appliance.
Do not install in excessively dusty, dirty or greasy areas such as
kitchens, garages and boiler rooms. Dust, grease or household
chemicals can contaminate or coat the alarm’s sensor, causing the unit
not to operate properly.
Do not obstruct the vents located at the top and bottom of the CO
alarm. Place the CO alarm where drapes, furniture or other objects do
not block the flow of air to the vents.
Do not install in dead air space, such as peaks of vaulted ceilings or
gabled roofs, where carbon monoxide may not reach the sensor in time
to provide early warning.
Do not install in turbulent air from ceiling fans. Do not install near doors
and windows that open to the outside, near fresh air vents, or anywhere
that is drafty. Rapid air circulation from fans or fresh air from outside
may affect the unit’s alarm response time.
Do not install this CO alarm in a switch- or dimmer-controlled outlet.
Do not install in areas where the temperature is colder than 4.4˚C or
hotter than 37.8˚C. These areas include unconditioned crawl spaces,
attics, porches and garages. Extreme temperatures will affect the
sensitivity of the CO alarm.
Do not install CO alarm near deep cell large batteries. Large batteries
have emissions that can cause the CO alarm to perform at less than
optimal performance.
IMPORTANT
Ensure that your CO alarm is fitted
at least 1.5m from the floor
and no less than 2 metres from an appliance
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In which room to put your alarm
Ideally, you should have an alarm in or near every room that contains
a fuel burning appliance.
However, if you have more than one appliance, but only one alarm,
you should take the following into consideration when deciding
where best to put the alarm.
If there is an appliance in the room where you sleep, you should put
the alarm in that room.
If there is an appliance in a room that you use a lot, e.g. a sitting room,
you should put it in that room.
If you live in a bedsit, but the alarm as far away from the cooking
appliances as possible, but near to the place where you sleep.
If the appliance is in a room not normally used (e.g. a boiler room),
put the alarm just outside the room so that you will be able to hear
the alarm more easily.
WHEN CHOOSING YOUR INSTALLATION LOCATIONS, MAKE
SURE YOU CAN HEAR THE ALARM FROM ALL SLEEPING AREAS.
IF YOU INSTALL ONLY ONE CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM IN
YOUR HOME, INSTALL THE ALARM NEAR BEDROOMS, NOT IN
THE BASEMENT OR BOILER ROOM.
CAUTION:
This CO alarm will only indicate the presence of carbon
monoxide at the sensor. Carbon monoxide may be present in other
areas.
IMPORTANT:
Improper location can affect the sensitive electronic
components in this CO alarm. Please see the next section describing
where NOT to install this CO alarm.
Where Not to Install Your CO Alarm
To avoid causing damage to the CO alarm, to provide optimum
protection, and to prevent unnecessary alarms, follow the
directions below where NOT to install this CO alarm:
Do Not Put The Alarm
Outside the building.
In or below a cupboard.
In a damp or humid area.
Directly above a sink or cooker.
Next to a door or window or anywhere that it would be affected by
draughts.
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