Kidde KN-COB-B-LS (900-0233), User Manual

Page 1: ...ad this user s guide which should be saved for future reference and passed on to any subsequent owner Carbon Monoxide Alarm User s Guide 900 0233 and 900 0230 900 0233 900 0230 SINGLE STATION CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM KN COB B LS CA with Digital Display KN COPP B LS CA AA Battery Operated ...

Page 2: ... 2 Call your emergency services Fire Department or 911 Never restart the source of a CO problem until it has been corrected Never ignore the sound of the alarm If the alarm is sounding pressing the test reset button will terminate the alarm If the CO condition that caused the alert in the first place continues the alarm will reactivate If the unit alarms again within six minutes it is sensing high...

Page 3: ...oke alarm is alarming in a non emergency situation Because your sense of sight smell hearing and touch give you information you can almost instantly judge what action to take if you hear your smoke alarm CO is an invisible odorless tasteless and non irritating gas completely undetectable to your senses That s why it is important to your safety that you have a CO alarm Important Warning Statements ...

Page 4: ...e It may not fully safeguard individuals with specific medical conditions If in doubt consult a medical practitioner Individuals with medical problems may consider using warning devices which provide audible and visual signals for carbon monoxide concentrations under 30 PPM This carbon monoxide alarm requires a continuous supply of electrical power it will not work without power Models without bat...

Page 5: ...d CO poisoning indicate that while victims are aware they are not well they become so disoriented they are unable to save themselves by either exiting the building or calling for assistance Also young children and household pets may be the first affected You should take extra precautions to protect high risk persons from CO exposure because they may experience ill effects from CO at levels that wo...

Page 6: ... When the Alarm Sounds inside front cover Low Levels Generally below 50 PPM Kidde recommends you take action to eliminate the source of CO See What to do When the Alarm Sounds inside front cover IMPORTANT Model 900 0233 does not have a digital display and does not display carbon monoxide levels in PPM If the alarm sounds it should be treated as a potentially serious condition See What to do When t...

Page 7: ...loose from clothes dryers furnaces or water heaters Obstructions in or unconventional vent pipe designs which can amplify the above situations Extended operation of unvented fuel burning devices range oven fireplace etc Temperature inversions which can trap exhaust gases near the ground Vehicle idling in an open or closed garage or near a home To be safe know the possible sources of CO in your hom...

Page 8: ...ational life You must test your CO alarm weekly because it could fail to operate at any time If your CO alarm fails to test properly or if its self diagnostic test reveals a malfunction immediately have the unit replaced This alarm will not monitor CO levels while in an error condition CO alarms can only sense CO that reaches the unit s sensor It s possible that CO may be present in other areas wi...

Page 9: ...power up this alarm will beep two times every 30 seconds to indicate that it is time to replace the alarm Replace the alarm immediately It will not detect CO in this condition To help identify the date to replace the alarm a label has been affixed to the side of the alarm Write the replace by date seven years from power up in a permanent marker on this label Model 900 0233 Model 900 0230 with digi...

Page 10: ... optimum monitoring of the digital display 3 Installation Locations DINING KITCHEN BEDROOM BEDROOM BEDROOM LIVING ROOM Recommended Locations Temperature Operating Range 4 4 C 40 F to 37 8 C 100 F Humidity Operating range 10 95 non condensing Audible Alarm 85 dB at 10 3 4 0 5 KHz pulsing alarm Sensor Electrochemical Power 3 AA Batteries Accuracy of Digital Display Model 900 0230 Only 30 999 PPM 30 ...

Page 11: ...ting or cooking appliances Kidde recommends 15 ft to prevent nuisance alarms Do not install near vents flues chimneys or any forced unforced air ventilation openings Do not install near ceiling fans doors windows or areas directly exposed to the weather Do not install in dead air spaces such as peaks of vaulted ceilings or gabled roofs where CO may not reach the sensor in time to provide early war...

Page 12: ...placing the batteries use one of the following approved brands Duracell MN1500 or MX1500 Energizer E91 Gold Peak 15A Golden Power GLR6A These batteries can be purchased where you bought the alarm or at a local hardware store Use of a different battery may have a detrimental effect on the alarm operation IMPORTANT Constant exposures to high or low humidity may reduce battery life A good safety meas...

Page 13: ...til the screw heads are protruding approximately 1 8 from the wall If mounting in a plasterboard or drywall drill a 3 16 hole in the wall and use the plastic anchors provided 3 Hook the CO alarm over the screws and onto the keyholes in the back of the alarm Your CO alarm may also be placed on a tabletop Simply place in a location that is easily visible Be sure the alarm is no more than three feet ...

Page 14: ... error condition Error Red LED constantly on Constant alarm Very low battery or unit malfunction Replace battery If condition continues unit has malfunctioned Replace immediately Unit will not respond to CO Normal Test Reset function Red LED flashes with beeps Green and amber LED s on 4 quick beeps 5 seconds silence repeated once Normal operation when Test Reset button is pressed CO not detected A...

Page 15: ...only Steady 0 displayed dot flashing every 5 seconds Green LED flashes every 30 secs None Normal DC operation with good batteries sensing no CO None Lb flashes alternately with any number Red LED flashes every 30 seconds One quick beep every 30 seconds Batteries need to be replaced Replace all three AA batteries immediately Err displayed One quick beep every 30 seconds Unit is Error condition Repl...

Page 16: ... may start out as low level leaks but could develop into CO concentrations that may become harmful If this happens the CO alarm will detect the dangerous level and alarm notifying you and others of the conditions DO NOT ignore high concentration readings above 30 PPM or a CO alarming device that is in alarm Peak Level Memory Reset Press the Peak Level button with the button still pressed press the...

Page 17: ...tor for CO Note You do not need to press the Test button to take a CO reading Maintenance Tips To keep your alarm in good working order you must follow these steps Test the alarm once a week by pressing the Test Reset button Vacuum the alarm cover once a month to remove accumulated dust Never use detergents or solvents to clean the alarm Chemicals can permanently damage or temporarily contaminate ...

Page 18: ...for loss of use of this product or for any indirect special incidental or consequential damages or costs or expenses incurred by the consumer or any other user of this product whether due to a breach of contract negligence strict liability in tort or otherwise The Manufacturer shall have no liability for any personal injury property damage or any special incidental contingent or consequential dama...

Page 19: ... for a particular purpose are limited in duration to the above warranty period In no event shall the Manufacturer be liable for loss of use of this product or for any indirect special incidental or consequential damages or costs or expenses incurred by the consumer or any other user of this product whether due to a breach of contract negligence strict liability in tort or otherwise The Manufacture...