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I
NTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing BRK Brands, Inc. for your Smoke and Carbon
M
onoxide Alarm needs. You have purchased a state-of-the-art Smoke &
CO Alarm designed to provide you with early warning of a fire or Carbon
Monoxide.
Key features include:
Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Combination Alarm. One alarm protects
a
gainst two deadly household threats.
M
ost Accurate Carbon Monoxide Sensor*
A
dvanced electrochemical
C
O sensor technology.
I
ntelligent Sensing Technology
d
esigned to help reduce unwanted or
nuisance alarms.
Single Button Test/Silence eliminates confusion. Depending on what
m
ode the alarm is in, pushing the button provides different functions
s
uch as testing the alarm, silencing the alarm, re
-testing the alarm
when in silence and clearing the Latching feature.
Two Silence Features. Temporarily silence low battery chirp for up to
e
ight hours before replacing low battery or silence an unwanted alarm
f
or several minutes.
T
wo Latching Features.
A
larm Latch: Easily identifies initiating alarm
even after alarm condition has subsided. Low Battery Latch: Identifies
w
hich unit is in low battery condition.
P
erfect Mount System
i
ncludes a gasketless base for easy installation
a
nd a new mounting bracket that keeps the alarm secure over a wide
r
otation range to allow for perfect alignment.
End of Life Signal. Provides audible and visual confirmation alarm
n
eeds to be replaced.
*As compared to other sensing technologies
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FIRE SAFETY TIPS
Follow safety rules and prevent hazardous situations: 1) Use smoking
m
aterials properly. Never smoke in bed. 2) Keep matches or lighters
away fr
om childr
e
n; 3) Store
flammable materials in pro
per containers;
4) Keep electrical appliances in good condition and don’
t overload elec-
t
rical circuits; 5) Keep stoves, barbecue grills, fireplaces and chimneys
grease- and debris-free; 6) Never leave anything cooking on the stove
unattended; 7) Keep portable heaters and open flames, like candles,
away from flammable materials; 8) Don’t let rubbish accumulate.
Keep alarms clean, and test them weekly. Replace alarms immediately
if they are not working properly. Smoke Alarms that do not work cannot
alert you to a fire. Keep at least one working fire extinguisher on every
floor, and an additional one in the kitchen. Have fire escape ladders or
other reliable means of escape from an upper floor in case stairs are
blocked.
BASIC SAFETY INFORMATION
•
Dangers, Warnings, and Cautions alert you to impor
tant
operating instructions or to potentially hazardous situations.
Pay special attention to these items.
•
This Smoke/CO Alarm is approved for use in single-family
residences. It is NOT designed for marine or RV use.
•
This combination Smoke/Carbon Monoxide Alarm has two
separate alarms. The CO Alarm is not designed to detect fire
or any other gas. It will only indicate the presence of carbon
monoxide gas at the sensor. Carbon monoxide gas may be
present in other areas. The Smoke Alarm will only indicate the
presence of smoke that r
eaches the sensor
. The Smoke Alarm
is not designed to sense gas, heat or flames.
A
ll BRK
®
a
nd
F
irst Alert
®
S
moke Alarms conform to regulatory
r
e
quire
ments, including UL217 and are
designed to detect part
icles
of combustion. Smoke particles of varying number and size are
p
roduced in all fires.
Ionization technology is generally mor
e
sensitive than photo-
electric technology at detecting small particles, which tend to be
p
ro
duced in greater amounts by flaming fires, which consume
combustible materials rapidly and spread quickly. Sources of these
fir
e
s may include paper burning in a wastebasket, or a grease fire in
t
he kitchen.
P
hotoelectric technology is generally more sensitive than ionization
t
echnology at detecting large particles, which tend to be produced
in greater amounts by smoldering fires, which may smolder for
h
ours before bursting into flame. Sources of these fires may include
c
igarettes burning in couches or bedding.
For maximum pr
otection, use both types of Smoke Alar
ms on
e
ach level and in every bedroom of your home.
•
This unit will not aler
t hearing impair
ed r
esidents. It is
r
ecommended that you install special units which use devices
like flashing str
obe lights to aler
t hearing impair
ed r
esidents.
•
This Smoke/CO Alarm cannot operate without working
batteries. Removing the batteries for any reason, or failing to
replace the batteries at the end of their service life, removes
your protection.
• The battery compartment resists closing unless a battery is
installed. This war
ns you the unit will not operate without a
battery.
• Do not stand too close to the unit when the alarm is sounding.
It is loud to wake you in an emergency. Exposure to the horn
at close range may harm your hearing.
•
Do not paint over the unit. Paint may clog the openings to the
sensing chambers and prevent the unit from operating properly.
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I
NSTALLATION
WHERE TO INSTALL THIS ALARM
Minimum coverage for Smoke Alarms, as recommended by the
N
ational Fire Protection Association (NFPA), is one Smoke Alarm on
e
very floor, in every sleeping area, and in every bedroom (See
“Regulatory Information For Smoke Alarms” for details on the NFPA
recommendations).
For CO Alarms, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
recommends that a CO Alarm should be centrally located outside of
e
ach separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms.
For added protection, install additional CO Alarms in each separate
bedroom, and on every level of your home.
I
n general, install combination Smoke and Carbon Monoxide
A
larms:
• On every level of your home, including finished attics and basements.
•
Inside every bedroom, especially if people sleep with the door partly
o
r completely closed.
• In the hall near every sleeping area. If your home has multiple
s
leeping areas, install a unit in each. If a hall is more than 40 feet
(12 meters) long, install a unit at each end.
•
At the top of first-to-second floor stairs.
• At the bottom of the basement stairs.
•
For additional coverage, install Alarms in all rooms, halls, and storage
areas, where temperatures normally remain between 40˚ F and
100˚ F (4˚ C and 38˚ C).
R
ecommended Placement
•
When installing on the wall, the top edge of Smoke Alarms should
b
e placed between 4 inches (102 mm) and 12 inches (305 mm)
from the wall/ceiling line.
• When installing on the ceiling, place the alarm as close to the
c
enter as possible.
•
In either case, install at least 4 inches (102 mm) from where the
w
all and ceiling meet. See “Avoiding Dead Air Spaces” for more
information.
N
OTE:
F
or any location, make sure no door or other obstruction could
k
eep carbon monoxide or smoke from reaching the Alarm.
I
nstalling Smoke/CO Alarms in Mobile Homes
F
or minimum security install one Smoke/CO Alarm as close to each
s
leeping area as possible. For more security, put one unit in each room.
Many older mobile homes (especially those built befor
e
1978) have little
o
r no insulation. If your mobile home is not well insulated, or if you are
u
nsure
of the amount of insulation, it is important to install units on
inside walls only.
WHERE THIS ALARM SHOULD NOT BE INSTALLED
D
o NOT locate this Smoke/CO Alarm:
•
In garages, kitchens, furnace rooms, crawl spaces and unfinished
attics. Avoid extremely dusty, dirty or greasy areas.
• Where combustion particles are produced. Combustion particles
f
orm when something burns. Areas to avoid include poorly ventilated
k
itchens, garages, and furn
ace ro
oms. Keep units at least 20 feet
(6 meters) from the sources of combustion particles (stove, furnace,
w
ater heater, space heater) if possible. In areas where a 20-foot
(
6 meter) distance is not possible – in modular,
mobile, or smaller
homes, for example – it is r
ecommended the Smoke/CO Alarm be
p
laced as far from these fuel-burning sources as possible. The
p
lacement re
commendations are intended to keep these Alarms at
a reasonable distance from a fuel-burning source, and thus reduce
“
unwanted” alarms. Unwanted alarms can occur if a Smoke/CO
A
larm is placed dire
ctly next to a fuel-burn
ing sourc
e. Ventilate
these areas as much as possible.
•
Within 5 feet (1.5 meters) of any cooking appliance. In air str
e
ams
near kitchens. Air currents can draw cooking smoke into the smoke
s
ensor and cause unwanted alarms.
•
In extremely humid areas. This Alarm should be at least 10 feet
(3 meters) from a shower, sauna, humidifier, vaporizer, dishwasher,
laundry r
oom, utility r
oom, or other sour
ce of high humidity
.
• In direct sunlight.
• In turbulent air, like near ceiling fans or open windows. Blowing air
m
ay prevent CO or smoke from reaching the sensors.
• In areas where temperature is colder than 40˚ F (4˚ C) or hotter than
100˚ F (38˚C). These areas include non-airconditioned crawl spaces,
unfinished attics, uninsulated or poorly insulated ceilings, porches,
and garages.
•
In insect infested areas. Insects can clog the openings to the
sensing chamber.
•
Less than 12 inches (305 mm) away from fluor
escent lights.
Electrical “noise” can interfere with the sensor.
•
In “dead air” spaces. See “Avoiding Dead Air Spaces”.
AVOIDING DEAD AIR SPACES
“Dead air” spaces may prevent smoke fr
om r
eaching the Smoke/CO
Alarm. T
o avoid dead air spaces, follow installation recommendations
below.
On ceilings, install Smoke/CO Alarms as close to the center of the
ceiling as possible. If this is not possible, install the Smoke/CO Alarm
at least 4 inches (102 mm) from the wall or cor
ner
.
For wall mounting (if allowed by building codes), the top edge of
Smoke/CO Alarms should be placed between 4 inches (102 mm) and
12 inches (305 mm) from the wall/ceiling line.
On a peaked, gabled, or cathedral ceiling, install the first Smoke/CO
Alarm within 3 feet (0.9 meters) of the peak of the ceiling, measur
ed
horizontally
. Additional Smoke/CO Alarms may be r
equir
ed depending
on the length, angle, etc. of the ceiling's slope. Refer to NFPA 72 for
details on r
equirements for sloped or peaked ceilings.
Continued...
S
UGGESTED AREAS FOR INSTALLING
SMOKE ALARMS, CO ALARMS, AND COMBO UNITS
SMOKE ALARM WITH
SILENCE FEATURE
CO ALARMS
BOTH, OR COMBINATION
SMOKE/CO ALARMS
SMOKE ALARMS
KEY:
Suggested locations are based on
NFPA recommendations (NFPA 72
for Smoke Alarms and NFPA 720 for
Carbon Monoxide Alarms). Always
refer to national and local codes
b
efore beginning any installation.
I
n new construction AC and AC/DC smoke alarms MUST
b
e interconnected to meet NFPA recommendations.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN INSTALLATION
This combination Smoke/CO Alarm was designed to be mounted
o
n the ceiling or wall. It is not a tabletop device.
R
ead “Where to
I
nstall This Alarm” and “Where This Alarm Should Not Be Installed”
before you begin installation.
F
ind the pair of self-adhesive labels included with this Smoke/CO Alarm.
• On each label write in the phone number of your emergency
responder (like 911) and a qualified appliance technician.
•
Place one label near the Smoke/CO Alarm, and the other label in
the “fresh air” location you plan to go if the alarm sounds.
1
2
3
5
6
4
2
3
1
Mounting Bracket
2
Mounting Slot and Screws
3 Locking Pins (break out of
b
racket)
4 Lever to Open Battery
C
ompartment
5 Swing-Out Battery
C
ompartment
6 Not Used
P
ARTS OF THIS SMOKE/CO ALARM
T
ools you will need:
P
encil, drill with 3/16” (5mm) drill bit,
f
lathead screwdriver, hammer.
• Do not connect this unit to any other alarm or auxiliary device.
I
t is a single-station unit that cannot be linked to other devices.
Connecting anything else to this unit may prevent it from working
properly.
•
Do not install this unit over an electrical junction box. Air currents
around junction boxes can prevent smoke from reaching the
s
ensing chamber and prevent the unit from alarming. Only AC
p
owered units are intended for installation over junction boxes.
To install this unit:
If you want to lock the battery compartment, or lock the Smoke/CO
Alar
m
to the mounting bracket, please read the “Optional Locking
Features” section.
1. Hold base firmly and twist the mounting bracket counterclockwise
(left) to separate it fr
o
m the unit.
2. Hold the mounting bracket against the ceiling (or wall) so the
v
ertical mounting slot is aligned in the 12 o’clock position and trace
around the inside of the mounting slots (vertical and horizontal
mounting).
3
. Put the unit where it won’t get covered with dust when you drill the
m
ounting holes.
HOW TO INSTALL THIS SMOKE/CO ALARM
INSTALLATION, Continued
1
. Test/Silence Button: Press
and hold to activate test,
or to silence the alarm.
2
. POWER Light (GREEN)/
SMOKE ALARM Light (RED)
3. CO ALARM Light (RED)
4. Battery Drawer
5
. (Behind the Cover) Alarm
Horn: 85dB audible alarm
for test, alarm, and unit
m
alfunction warning.
H
OW YOUR SMOKE/CO ALARM WORKS
THE COVER OF YOUR SMOKE/CO ALARM
T
he optional locking features are designed to discourage unauthorized
r
emoval of the battery or alarm. It is not necessary to activate the locks
in single-family households where unauthorized battery or alarm
r
emoval is not a concern.
T
hese Smoke/CO Alarms have two separate locking features: one locks
t
he battery compartment, and the other locks the Smoke/CO Alarm to the
m
ounting bracket. You can choose to use either feature independently, or
u
se them both.
T
o
ols you will need:
•
Needle-nose pliers or utility knife
• Standard/Flathead screwdriver.
U
SING THE OPTIONAL LOCKING FEATURES
THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT LOCK
T
O LOCK THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT:
Do not lock the battery compartment until you have activated the battery
a
nd tested the Smoke/CO Alarm.
1
. Activate the battery by removing the
“
Pull to Activate Battery” tab. Push and
hold the test button on the Smoke/CO
A
larm’s cover until the alarm sounds:
4
beeps, pause, 4 beeps, pause,
3 beeps, pause, 3 beeps, pause.
I
f the unit does not alarm during
t
esting, DO NOT lock the battery
compartment! Install a new battery
a
nd test again. If it still does not
a
larm, replace the Smoke/CO
Alar
m immediately
.
2. Using needle-nose pliers or a utility
k
nife, detach one locking pin from
t
he mounting bracket.
3
. Push the locking pin
t
hro
ugh the black dot on
the label on the back of
t
he Smoke/CO Alarm.
THE MOUNTING BRACKET LOCK
TO ACTIVA
TE THE BRACKET LOCK:
1. Using needle-nose pliers, detach
one locking pin from the mounting
bracket.
2. Insert the locking pin into the lock
located on the base as shown in
the diagram.
3. When you attach the
Smoke/CO Alarm to the
mounting bracket, the
locking pin’s head will fit
into a notch on the bracket.
TO DEACTIVATE THE BRACKET LOCK:
1.
Insert a flathead screwdriver between the mounting bracket pin
and the mounting bracket.
2. Pry the Smoke/CO Alarm away from the bracket by tur
ning both
the screwdriver and the Smoke/CO Alarm counterclockwise (left)
at the same time.
TO PERMANENTL
Y REMOVE
THE BRACKET LOCK:
Insert the flathead screwdriver
between the locking pin and
the lock, and pry the pin out
of the lock.
T
O UNLOCK THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT:
1. Remove the Smoke/CO Alarm from the mounting bracket. If the
u
nit is locked to the bracket, see the section “T
o
Deactivate the
B
racket Lock.”
2
. Insert a flathead screwdriver under the head
o
f the locking pin, and gently pry it out of
the battery compartment lock. (If you plan
t
o relock the battery compartment, save
t
he locking pin.)
3
. T
o re-lock the battery compartment, close
the battery door and reinsert the locking pin
i
n the lock.
4
. Reattach the Smoke/CO Alarm to the mounting bracket.
W
hen replacing the battery, always test the Smoke/CO Alarm before
r
e
locking the battery compartment.
Mounting Bracket Lock
Battery Drawer Lock
Locking Pin
IF YOUR SMOKE/CO ALARM SOUNDS
WHA
T TO DO IF CARBON MONOXIDE IS DETECTED
Actuation of your CO Alarm indicates the presence of carbon
monoxide (CO) which can kill you. In other words, when your CO
Alar
m sounds, you must not ignore it!
WHAT TO DO IF SMOKE IS DETECTED
• If the unit alarms and you are not testing the unit, it is warning
you of a potentially dangerous situation that requires your
i
mmediate attention. NEVER ignore any alarm. Ignoring the
alarm may result in injury or death.
• Never remove the battery to quiet an unwanted alarm.
Removing the battery disables the Alarm so it cannot sense
s
moke. This will remove your protection. Instead, open a
window or fan the smoke away from the unit. The Alarm will
reset automatically.
• If the unit alarms get everyone out of the house immediately.
If the unit alarms and you are certain that the source of smoke is not a
f
ire—cooking smoke or an extremely dusty furnace, for example—open a
nearby window or
door and fan the smoke away from the unit. Use the
Silence Feature to silence the Alarm. This will silence the alarm, and
o
nce the smoke clears the unit will reset itself automatically.
WHAT TO DO IN CASE OF FIRE
•
Don’t panic; stay calm. Follow your family escape plan.
• Get out of the house as quickly as possible. Don’t stop to get
d
ressed or collect anything.
• Feel doors with the back of your hand before opening them.
If a door is cool, open it slowly
.
Don’t open a hot door. Keep doors
a
nd windows closed, unless you must escape through them.
• Cover your nose and mouth with a cloth (preferably damp).
Take short, shallow breaths.
•
Meet at your planned meeting place outside your home,
a
nd do a head count to make sure everybody got out safely.
• Call the Fire Department as soon as possible from outside.
G
ive your address, then your name.
•
Never go back inside a burning building for any reason.
•
Contact your Fire Department for ideas on making your home safer.
A
larms have various limitations. See "General Limitations of
Smoke/CO Alarms" for details.
IF THE CO ALARM SOUNDS:
1. Operate the Test/Silence button.
2. Call your emer
gency services, fire department or 911. Write down
the number of your local emergency service here:
_____________________________________________________________
3. Immediately move to fresh air—outdoors or by an open door or
window
. Do a head count to check that all persons are accounted
for. Do not re-enter the premises, or move away from the open door
or window until the emergency services responder has arrived, the
premises have been aired out, and your Smoke/CO Alarm remains
in its normal condition.
4. After following steps 1-3, if your Smoke/CO Alarm reactivates within
a 24-hour period, repeat steps 1-3 and call a qualified appliance
technician to investigate 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 equipment. Make
sure that motor vehicles are not, and have not, been operating in
an attached garage or adjacent to the residence. Write down the
number of a qualified appliance technician her
e:
_____________________________________________________________
If you hear the alarm horn sound 3 beeps, pause, 3 beeps,
p
ause and the RED SMOKE light is flashing, smoke has
b
een detected. Evacuate everyone from the building.
USER’S MANUAL
Smoke & Carbon
M
onoxide Alarm
Battery Powered Smoke &
Carbon Monoxide Alarm
with Silence Feature
and Latching Alarm
Model SCO2
I
MPORTANT! PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND SAVE
This user’s manual contains important information about your Alarm’s
operation. If you are installing the Alarm for use by others, you must
l
eave this manual — or a copy of it — with the end user.
Model
SCO2
Printed in Mexico
M
08-0094-010
K
1
0
9/09
B
oth locking features use locking pins, molded into the mounting bracket. Using needle nose pliers or a utility knife, remove one or both pins, depending
o
n which locking features you use.
“ALARM-MOVE TO FRESH AIR”
If you hear the alarm horn sound 4 beeps, pause,
4
beeps, pause, and the RED CO light is flashing,
m
ove everyone to a source of fresh air.
L
ISTED TO
UL 217 and
UL 2034
S
TANDARDS
WHAT YOU WILL SEE AND HEAR WITH THIS ALARM
U
nder Normal Operations
Horn:
Silent
P
ower/Smoke LED:
I
ntermittent Green
C
O LED:
O
ff
W
hen You Test the Alarm
Horn:
3 beeps, pause, 3 beeps
P
ower/Smoke LED:
F
lashes Red in sync with the horn pattern
C
O LED:
O
ff, followed by
Horn: 4 beeps, pause, 4 beeps
Power/Smoke LED: Off
C
O LED:
F
lashes Red in sync with the horn pattern
If Battery Becomes Low or is Missing
Horn:
chirps once a minute
Power/Smoke LED: Flashes Green once a minute until reset. Low
B
attery latch is now engaged. (See Latching Features note
b
elow.) Green LED On for 2 seconds/Off for two seconds.
CO LED: Off
If Alarm is Not Operating Properly (MALFUNCTION SIGNAL)
H
orn:
3
chirps every minute
P
ower/Smoke LED:
G
reen LED 3 Flashes approx. once a minute
C
O LED:
O
ff
A
larm has reached its End of Life
H
orn:
5
chirps every minute
P
ower/Smoke LED:
G
reen LED 5 Flashes approx. once a minute
CO LED: Off
Alarm Levels of CO are Detected
H
orn
:
4
beeps, pause, 4 beeps
P
ower/Smoke LED:
O
ff
C
O LED:
D
uring Alarm: Flashes Red in sync with the horn pattern.
After Alarm: Flashes Red On for 2 seconds/Off for 2 seconds.
C
O Alarm Latch is now engaged. (See LATCHING FEATURES
s
ection for details).
S
moke is Detected
H
orn:
3
beeps, pause, 3 beeps
P
ower/Smoke LED:
D
uring Alarm: Flashes Red in sync with the
horn pattern. After Alarm: Flashes Red On for 2 seconds/Off
f
or 2 seconds. Smoke Alarm Latch is now engaged. (See
L
ATCHING FEATURES section for details).
C
O LED:
O
ff
Smoke Alarm is Silenced
H
orn
:
O
ff
Power/Smoke LED: Flashes Red
C
O LED:
O
ff
C
O Alarm is Silenced
H
orn:
O
ff
Power/Smoke LED: Off
CO LED: Flashes Red
L
atching Features Note: Low Battery Latch or Alarm Latch are only
e
ngaged for about 15 minutes to conserve power. Low Battery
Latch and Alar
m Latch do not operate with a missing battery.
U
SING THE SILENCE FEATURES
N
ever remove the batteries to quiet an unwanted alarm. Removing
t
he batteries disables the alarm and removes your protection.
T
he Silence Feature is intended to temporarily silence the horn while
y
ou identify and correct the problem. Do not use the Silence Feature in
e
merg
ency situations. It will not correct a CO problem or extinguish a
f
ire.
T
he Silence Feature can temporarily quiet an unwanted alarm for several
minutes. You can silence this Smoke/CO Alarm by pressing the Test/
S
ilence button on the alarm cover until you hear an acknowledge chirp.
A
fter the Test/Silence button is released, the Red LED blinks during the
silence mode.
SILENCING THE LOW BA
TTER
Y W
ARNING
This Silence Feature can temporarily quiet the low battery warning
“
chirp” for up to 8 hours. Pre
ss the Test/Silence button on the Alarm
cover until you hear the acknowledge “chirp”.
O
nce the low battery warning “chirp” silence feature is activated, the
unit continues to flash the gr
een light once a minute for 8 hours. After
8
hours, the low battery “chirp” will resume. Note, if battery is missing or
d
ead, Low Battery Silence cannot be activated and alarm will continue
to chirp appr
oximately once per minute.
Replace the batteries as soon
a
s possible; this unit will not operate without battery power!
T
o deactivate this featur
e:
P
ress the T
est/Silence button again.
T
he unit will go into Test Mode and the low battery warning will resume
(LED flashes and unit sounds “chirp” once a minute).
When the Smoke Alarm is
S
ilenced
When the CO Alarm is
S
ilenced
T
he Smoke Alarm will remain
s
ilent for up to 15 minutes, then
return to normal operation.
If the smoke has not cleared–or
c
ontinues to increase–the device
w
ill go back into alarm.
T
he CO alarm will remain silent
f
or up to 4 minutes.
A
fter 4 minutes, if CO levels
remain potentially dangerous the
h
orn will start sounding again.
SILENCING THE END OF LIFE SIGNAL
This silence featur
e
can temporarily quiet the End of Life warn
ing “chirp”
for up to 2 days. You can silence the End of Life warning “chirp” by
p
ressing the Test/Silence button. The horn will chirp, acknowledging
that the End of Life silence featur
e
has been activated.
After approximately 2 days, the End of Life “chirp” will resume.
A
fter approximately 2-3 weeks the End of Life warning cannot be
silenced.
4. Using a 3/16” (5 mm) drill bit, drill a hole through the center of the
o
val outlines you traced.
5
. Insert the plastic screw anchors (in the plastic bag with screws) into
the holes. Tap the screw anchors gently with a hammer, if necessary,
u
ntil they are flush with the ceiling or wall.
6. Line the mounting bracket up over the plastic screw anchors.
7
. Screw the mounting bracket to the ceiling or wall through the
m
ounting slots using the two screws provided.
8
.
P
osition the base of the Smoke/CO Alarm over the mounting bracket
and turn. The Alarm will remain secure over a wide rotation range to
allow for perfect alignment. When wall mounting, this will allow fine-
t
uning on the positioning to compensate for out of aligned wall studs
and to keep the wording level. The Alarm can be positioned over the
b
racket every 120°. Rotate the Alarm until aligned properly.
9
. Test the Smoke/CO Alarm. See “Weekly Testing” for details.
LA
TCHING FEA
TURES
Alarm Latch is activated after an Alarm is exposed to alarm levels of
smoke or carbon monoxide. After smoke or CO levels drop below alarm
levels, the
“Smoke/Power” or “CO” Red LED will begin to flash On 2
seconds/Of
f 2 seconds. It will continue to flash or “latch” until you clear
it by testing the alarm.
This feature helps emergency responders, investigators, or service
technicians identify which unit(s) in your home were exposed to alarm
levels of smoke or carbon monoxide. This can help investigators
pinpoint the sour
ce of smoke or CO.
The Latching Alarm Indicator stays ON until you clear it, so it can alert
you to an alarm that occurred while you were away from home, even
though smoke or CO present in the air has dropped below alarm levels.
Low Battery Latch is activated when the Alarm is in the "low battery
condition". When this occurs, the
Smoke/Power LED flashes Green On
for 2 seconds/Off for 2 seconds. This feature is designed to help you
identify which Alarm needs to have the battery replaced. Although, the
Alarm will sound the low battery chirp approximately once every minute,
sometimes during the initial stages of "low battery", the Alarm will chirp
in greater intervals than one minute, sometimes up to several hours, until
the battery reaches a steady low battery level. This innovative feature
eliminates the frustration of waiting for and/or identifying which unit is
chirping.
Latching Features Note: Low Battery Latch or Alarm Latch are only
engaged for about 15 minutes to conser
ve power. Low Battery
Latch and Alarm Latch do not operate with a missing battery.
o
t e ceiling or wall. It is not a tabletop device.
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I
NTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing BRK Brands, Inc. for your Smoke and Carbon
M
onoxide Alarm needs. You have purchased a state-of-the-art Smoke &
CO Alarm designed to provide you with early warning of a fire or Carbon
Monoxide.
Key features include:
Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Combination Alarm. One alarm protects
a
gainst two deadly household threats.
M
ost Accurate Carbon Monoxide Sensor*
A
dvanced electrochemical
C
O sensor technology.
I
ntelligent Sensing Technology
d
esigned to help reduce unwanted or
nuisance alarms.
Single Button Test/Silence eliminates confusion. Depending on what
m
ode the alarm is in, pushing the button provides different functions
s
uch as testing the alarm, silencing the alarm, re
-testing the alarm
when in silence and clearing the Latching feature.
Two Silence Features. Temporarily silence low battery chirp for up to
e
ight hours before replacing low battery or silence an unwanted alarm
f
or several minutes.
T
wo Latching Features.
A
larm Latch: Easily identifies initiating alarm
even after alarm condition has subsided. Low Battery Latch: Identifies
w
hich unit is in low battery condition.
P
erfect Mount System
i
ncludes a gasketless base for easy installation
a
nd a new mounting bracket that keeps the alarm secure over a wide
r
otation range to allow for perfect alignment.
End of Life Signal. Provides audible and visual confirmation alarm
n
eeds to be replaced.
*As compared to other sensing technologies
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FIRE SAFETY TIPS
Follow safety rules and prevent hazardous situations: 1) Use smoking
m
aterials properly. Never smoke in bed. 2) Keep matches or lighters
away fr
om childr
e
n; 3) Store
flammable materials in pro
per containers;
4) Keep electrical appliances in good condition and don’
t overload elec-
t
rical circuits; 5) Keep stoves, barbecue grills, fireplaces and chimneys
grease- and debris-free; 6) Never leave anything cooking on the stove
unattended; 7) Keep portable heaters and open flames, like candles,
away from flammable materials; 8) Don’t let rubbish accumulate.
Keep alarms clean, and test them weekly. Replace alarms immediately
if they are not working properly. Smoke Alarms that do not work cannot
alert you to a fire. Keep at least one working fire extinguisher on every
floor, and an additional one in the kitchen. Have fire escape ladders or
other reliable means of escape from an upper floor in case stairs are
blocked.
BASIC SAFETY INFORMATION
•
Dangers, Warnings, and Cautions alert you to impor
tant
operating instructions or to potentially hazardous situations.
Pay special attention to these items.
•
This Smoke/CO Alarm is approved for use in single-family
residences. It is NOT designed for marine or RV use.
•
This combination Smoke/Carbon Monoxide Alarm has two
separate alarms. The CO Alarm is not designed to detect fire
or any other gas. It will only indicate the presence of carbon
monoxide gas at the sensor. Carbon monoxide gas may be
present in other areas. The Smoke Alarm will only indicate the
presence of smoke that r
eaches the sensor
. The Smoke Alarm
is not designed to sense gas, heat or flames.
A
ll BRK
®
a
nd
F
irst Alert
®
S
moke Alarms conform to regulatory
r
e
quire
ments, including UL217 and are
designed to detect part
icles
of combustion. Smoke particles of varying number and size are
p
roduced in all fires.
Ionization technology is generally mor
e
sensitive than photo-
electric technology at detecting small particles, which tend to be
p
ro
duced in greater amounts by flaming fires, which consume
combustible materials rapidly and spread quickly. Sources of these
fir
e
s may include paper burning in a wastebasket, or a grease fire in
t
he kitchen.
P
hotoelectric technology is generally more sensitive than ionization
t
echnology at detecting large particles, which tend to be produced
in greater amounts by smoldering fires, which may smolder for
h
ours before bursting into flame. Sources of these fires may include
c
igarettes burning in couches or bedding.
For maximum pr
otection, use both types of Smoke Alar
ms on
e
ach level and in every bedroom of your home.
•
This unit will not aler
t hearing impair
ed r
esidents. It is
r
ecommended that you install special units which use devices
like flashing str
obe lights to aler
t hearing impair
ed r
esidents.
•
This Smoke/CO Alarm cannot operate without working
batteries. Removing the batteries for any reason, or failing to
replace the batteries at the end of their service life, removes
your protection.
• The battery compartment resists closing unless a battery is
installed. This war
ns you the unit will not operate without a
battery.
• Do not stand too close to the unit when the alarm is sounding.
It is loud to wake you in an emergency. Exposure to the horn
at close range may harm your hearing.
•
Do not paint over the unit. Paint may clog the openings to the
sensing chambers and prevent the unit from operating properly.
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I
NSTALLATION
WHERE TO INSTALL THIS ALARM
Minimum coverage for Smoke Alarms, as recommended by the
N
ational Fire Protection Association (NFPA), is one Smoke Alarm on
e
very floor, in every sleeping area, and in every bedroom (See
“Regulatory Information For Smoke Alarms” for details on the NFPA
recommendations).
For CO Alarms, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
recommends that a CO Alarm should be centrally located outside of
e
ach separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms.
For added protection, install additional CO Alarms in each separate
bedroom, and on every level of your home.
I
n general, install combination Smoke and Carbon Monoxide
A
larms:
• On every level of your home, including finished attics and basements.
•
Inside every bedroom, especially if people sleep with the door partly
o
r completely closed.
• In the hall near every sleeping area. If your home has multiple
s
leeping areas, install a unit in each. If a hall is more than 40 feet
(12 meters) long, install a unit at each end.
•
At the top of first-to-second floor stairs.
• At the bottom of the basement stairs.
•
For additional coverage, install Alarms in all rooms, halls, and storage
areas, where temperatures normally remain between 40˚ F and
100˚ F (4˚ C and 38˚ C).
R
ecommended Placement
•
When installing on the wall, the top edge of Smoke Alarms should
b
e placed between 4 inches (102 mm) and 12 inches (305 mm)
from the wall/ceiling line.
• When installing on the ceiling, place the alarm as close to the
c
enter as possible.
•
In either case, install at least 4 inches (102 mm) from where the
w
all and ceiling meet. See “Avoiding Dead Air Spaces” for more
information.
N
OTE:
F
or any location, make sure no door or other obstruction could
k
eep carbon monoxide or smoke from reaching the Alarm.
I
nstalling Smoke/CO Alarms in Mobile Homes
F
or minimum security install one Smoke/CO Alarm as close to each
s
leeping area as possible. For more security, put one unit in each room.
Many older mobile homes (especially those built befor
e
1978) have little
o
r no insulation. If your mobile home is not well insulated, or if you are
u
nsure
of the amount of insulation, it is important to install units on
inside walls only.
WHERE THIS ALARM SHOULD NOT BE INSTALLED
D
o NOT locate this Smoke/CO Alarm:
•
In garages, kitchens, furnace rooms, crawl spaces and unfinished
attics. Avoid extremely dusty, dirty or greasy areas.
• Where combustion particles are produced. Combustion particles
f
orm when something burns. Areas to avoid include poorly ventilated
k
itchens, garages, and furn
ace ro
oms. Keep units at least 20 feet
(6 meters) from the sources of combustion particles (stove, furnace,
w
ater heater, space heater) if possible. In areas where a 20-foot
(
6 meter) distance is not possible – in modular,
mobile, or smaller
homes, for example – it is r
ecommended the Smoke/CO Alarm be
p
laced as far from these fuel-burning sources as possible. The
p
lacement re
commendations are intended to keep these Alarms at
a reasonable distance from a fuel-burning source, and thus reduce
“
unwanted” alarms. Unwanted alarms can occur if a Smoke/CO
A
larm is placed dire
ctly next to a fuel-burn
ing sourc
e. Ventilate
these areas as much as possible.
•
Within 5 feet (1.5 meters) of any cooking appliance. In air str
e
ams
near kitchens. Air currents can draw cooking smoke into the smoke
s
ensor and cause unwanted alarms.
•
In extremely humid areas. This Alarm should be at least 10 feet
(3 meters) from a shower, sauna, humidifier, vaporizer, dishwasher,
laundry r
oom, utility r
oom, or other sour
ce of high humidity
.
• In direct sunlight.
• In turbulent air, like near ceiling fans or open windows. Blowing air
m
ay prevent CO or smoke from reaching the sensors.
• In areas where temperature is colder than 40˚ F (4˚ C) or hotter than
100˚ F (38˚C). These areas include non-airconditioned crawl spaces,
unfinished attics, uninsulated or poorly insulated ceilings, porches,
and garages.
•
In insect infested areas. Insects can clog the openings to the
sensing chamber.
•
Less than 12 inches (305 mm) away from fluor
escent lights.
Electrical “noise” can interfere with the sensor.
•
In “dead air” spaces. See “Avoiding Dead Air Spaces”.
AVOIDING DEAD AIR SPACES
“Dead air” spaces may prevent smoke fr
om r
eaching the Smoke/CO
Alarm. T
o avoid dead air spaces, follow installation recommendations
below.
On ceilings, install Smoke/CO Alarms as close to the center of the
ceiling as possible. If this is not possible, install the Smoke/CO Alarm
at least 4 inches (102 mm) from the wall or cor
ner
.
For wall mounting (if allowed by building codes), the top edge of
Smoke/CO Alarms should be placed between 4 inches (102 mm) and
12 inches (305 mm) from the wall/ceiling line.
On a peaked, gabled, or cathedral ceiling, install the first Smoke/CO
Alarm within 3 feet (0.9 meters) of the peak of the ceiling, measur
ed
horizontally
. Additional Smoke/CO Alarms may be r
equir
ed depending
on the length, angle, etc. of the ceiling's slope. Refer to NFPA 72 for
details on r
equirements for sloped or peaked ceilings.
Continued...
S
UGGESTED AREAS FOR INSTALLING
SMOKE ALARMS, CO ALARMS, AND COMBO UNITS
SMOKE ALARM WITH
SILENCE FEATURE
CO ALARMS
BOTH, OR COMBINATION
SMOKE/CO ALARMS
SMOKE ALARMS
KEY:
Suggested locations are based on
NFPA recommendations (NFPA 72
for Smoke Alarms and NFPA 720 for
Carbon Monoxide Alarms). Always
refer to national and local codes
b
efore beginning any installation.
I
n new construction AC and AC/DC smoke alarms MUST
b
e interconnected to meet NFPA recommendations.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN INSTALLATION
This combination Smoke/CO Alarm was designed to be mounted
o
n the ceiling or wall. It is not a tabletop device.
R
ead “Where to
I
nstall This Alarm” and “Where This Alarm Should Not Be Installed”
before you begin installation.
F
ind the pair of self-adhesive labels included with this Smoke/CO Alarm.
• On each label write in the phone number of your emergency
responder (like 911) and a qualified appliance technician.
•
Place one label near the Smoke/CO Alarm, and the other label in
the “fresh air” location you plan to go if the alarm sounds.
1
2
3
5
6
4
2
3
1
Mounting Bracket
2
Mounting Slot and Screws
3 Locking Pins (break out of
b
racket)
4 Lever to Open Battery
C
ompartment
5 Swing-Out Battery
C
ompartment
6 Not Used
P
ARTS OF THIS SMOKE/CO ALARM
T
ools you will need:
P
encil, drill with 3/16” (5mm) drill bit,
f
lathead screwdriver, hammer.
• Do not connect this unit to any other alarm or auxiliary device.
I
t is a single-station unit that cannot be linked to other devices.
Connecting anything else to this unit may prevent it from working
properly.
•
Do not install this unit over an electrical junction box. Air currents
around junction boxes can prevent smoke from reaching the
s
ensing chamber and prevent the unit from alarming. Only AC
p
owered units are intended for installation over junction boxes.
To install this unit:
If you want to lock the battery compartment, or lock the Smoke/CO
Alar
m
to the mounting bracket, please read the “Optional Locking
Features” section.
1. Hold base firmly and twist the mounting bracket counterclockwise
(left) to separate it fr
o
m the unit.
2. Hold the mounting bracket against the ceiling (or wall) so the
v
ertical mounting slot is aligned in the 12 o’clock position and trace
around the inside of the mounting slots (vertical and horizontal
mounting).
3
. Put the unit where it won’t get covered with dust when you drill the
m
ounting holes.
HOW TO INSTALL THIS SMOKE/CO ALARM
INSTALLATION, Continued
1
. Test/Silence Button: Press
and hold to activate test,
or to silence the alarm.
2
. POWER Light (GREEN)/
SMOKE ALARM Light (RED)
3. CO ALARM Light (RED)
4. Battery Drawer
5
. (Behind the Cover) Alarm
Horn: 85dB audible alarm
for test, alarm, and unit
m
alfunction warning.
H
OW YOUR SMOKE/CO ALARM WORKS
THE COVER OF YOUR SMOKE/CO ALARM
T
he optional locking features are designed to discourage unauthorized
r
emoval of the battery or alarm. It is not necessary to activate the locks
in single-family households where unauthorized battery or alarm
r
emoval is not a concern.
T
hese Smoke/CO Alarms have two separate locking features: one locks
t
he battery compartment, and the other locks the Smoke/CO Alarm to the
m
ounting bracket. You can choose to use either feature independently, or
u
se them both.
T
o
ols you will need:
•
Needle-nose pliers or utility knife
• Standard/Flathead screwdriver.
U
SING THE OPTIONAL LOCKING FEATURES
THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT LOCK
T
O LOCK THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT:
Do not lock the battery compartment until you have activated the battery
a
nd tested the Smoke/CO Alarm.
1
. Activate the battery by removing the
“
Pull to Activate Battery” tab. Push and
hold the test button on the Smoke/CO
A
larm’s cover until the alarm sounds:
4
beeps, pause, 4 beeps, pause,
3 beeps, pause, 3 beeps, pause.
I
f the unit does not alarm during
t
esting, DO NOT lock the battery
compartment! Install a new battery
a
nd test again. If it still does not
a
larm, replace the Smoke/CO
Alar
m immediately
.
2. Using needle-nose pliers or a utility
k
nife, detach one locking pin from
t
he mounting bracket.
3
. Push the locking pin
t
hro
ugh the black dot on
the label on the back of
t
he Smoke/CO Alarm.
THE MOUNTING BRACKET LOCK
TO ACTIVA
TE THE BRACKET LOCK:
1. Using needle-nose pliers, detach
one locking pin from the mounting
bracket.
2. Insert the locking pin into the lock
located on the base as shown in
the diagram.
3. When you attach the
Smoke/CO Alarm to the
mounting bracket, the
locking pin’s head will fit
into a notch on the bracket.
TO DEACTIVATE THE BRACKET LOCK:
1.
Insert a flathead screwdriver between the mounting bracket pin
and the mounting bracket.
2. Pry the Smoke/CO Alarm away from the bracket by tur
ning both
the screwdriver and the Smoke/CO Alarm counterclockwise (left)
at the same time.
TO PERMANENTL
Y REMOVE
THE BRACKET LOCK:
Insert the flathead screwdriver
between the locking pin and
the lock, and pry the pin out
of the lock.
T
O UNLOCK THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT:
1. Remove the Smoke/CO Alarm from the mounting bracket. If the
u
nit is locked to the bracket, see the section “T
o
Deactivate the
B
racket Lock.”
2
. Insert a flathead screwdriver under the head
o
f the locking pin, and gently pry it out of
the battery compartment lock. (If you plan
t
o relock the battery compartment, save
t
he locking pin.)
3
. T
o re-lock the battery compartment, close
the battery door and reinsert the locking pin
i
n the lock.
4
. Reattach the Smoke/CO Alarm to the mounting bracket.
W
hen replacing the battery, always test the Smoke/CO Alarm before
r
e
locking the battery compartment.
Mounting Bracket Lock
Battery Drawer Lock
Locking Pin
IF YOUR SMOKE/CO ALARM SOUNDS
WHA
T TO DO IF CARBON MONOXIDE IS DETECTED
Actuation of your CO Alarm indicates the presence of carbon
monoxide (CO) which can kill you. In other words, when your CO
Alar
m sounds, you must not ignore it!
WHAT TO DO IF SMOKE IS DETECTED
• If the unit alarms and you are not testing the unit, it is warning
you of a potentially dangerous situation that requires your
i
mmediate attention. NEVER ignore any alarm. Ignoring the
alarm may result in injury or death.
• Never remove the battery to quiet an unwanted alarm.
Removing the battery disables the Alarm so it cannot sense
s
moke. This will remove your protection. Instead, open a
window or fan the smoke away from the unit. The Alarm will
reset automatically.
• If the unit alarms get everyone out of the house immediately.
If the unit alarms and you are certain that the source of smoke is not a
f
ire—cooking smoke or an extremely dusty furnace, for example—open a
nearby window or
door and fan the smoke away from the unit. Use the
Silence Feature to silence the Alarm. This will silence the alarm, and
o
nce the smoke clears the unit will reset itself automatically.
WHAT TO DO IN CASE OF FIRE
•
Don’t panic; stay calm. Follow your family escape plan.
• Get out of the house as quickly as possible. Don’t stop to get
d
ressed or collect anything.
• Feel doors with the back of your hand before opening them.
If a door is cool, open it slowly
.
Don’t open a hot door. Keep doors
a
nd windows closed, unless you must escape through them.
• Cover your nose and mouth with a cloth (preferably damp).
Take short, shallow breaths.
•
Meet at your planned meeting place outside your home,
a
nd do a head count to make sure everybody got out safely.
• Call the Fire Department as soon as possible from outside.
G
ive your address, then your name.
•
Never go back inside a burning building for any reason.
•
Contact your Fire Department for ideas on making your home safer.
A
larms have various limitations. See "General Limitations of
Smoke/CO Alarms" for details.
IF THE CO ALARM SOUNDS:
1. Operate the Test/Silence button.
2. Call your emer
gency services, fire department or 911. Write down
the number of your local emergency service here:
_____________________________________________________________
3. Immediately move to fresh air—outdoors or by an open door or
window
. Do a head count to check that all persons are accounted
for. Do not re-enter the premises, or move away from the open door
or window until the emergency services responder has arrived, the
premises have been aired out, and your Smoke/CO Alarm remains
in its normal condition.
4. After following steps 1-3, if your Smoke/CO Alarm reactivates within
a 24-hour period, repeat steps 1-3 and call a qualified appliance
technician to investigate 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 equipment. Make
sure that motor vehicles are not, and have not, been operating in
an attached garage or adjacent to the residence. Write down the
number of a qualified appliance technician her
e:
_____________________________________________________________
If you hear the alarm horn sound 3 beeps, pause, 3 beeps,
p
ause and the RED SMOKE light is flashing, smoke has
b
een detected. Evacuate everyone from the building.
USER’S MANUAL
Smoke & Carbon
M
onoxide Alarm
Battery Powered Smoke &
Carbon Monoxide Alarm
with Silence Feature
and Latching Alarm
Model SCO2
I
MPORTANT! PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND SAVE
This user’s manual contains important information about your Alarm’s
operation. If you are installing the Alarm for use by others, you must
l
eave this manual — or a copy of it — with the end user.
Model
SCO2
Printed in Mexico
M
08-0094-010
K
1
0
9/09
B
oth locking features use locking pins, molded into the mounting bracket. Using needle nose pliers or a utility knife, remove one or both pins, depending
o
n which locking features you use.
“ALARM-MOVE TO FRESH AIR”
If you hear the alarm horn sound 4 beeps, pause,
4
beeps, pause, and the RED CO light is flashing,
m
ove everyone to a source of fresh air.
L
ISTED TO
UL 217 and
UL 2034
S
TANDARDS
WHAT YOU WILL SEE AND HEAR WITH THIS ALARM
U
nder Normal Operations
Horn:
Silent
P
ower/Smoke LED:
I
ntermittent Green
C
O LED:
O
ff
W
hen You Test the Alarm
Horn:
3 beeps, pause, 3 beeps
P
ower/Smoke LED:
F
lashes Red in sync with the horn pattern
C
O LED:
O
ff, followed by
Horn: 4 beeps, pause, 4 beeps
Power/Smoke LED: Off
C
O LED:
F
lashes Red in sync with the horn pattern
If Battery Becomes Low or is Missing
Horn:
chirps once a minute
Power/Smoke LED: Flashes Green once a minute until reset. Low
B
attery latch is now engaged. (See Latching Features note
b
elow.) Green LED On for 2 seconds/Off for two seconds.
CO LED: Off
If Alarm is Not Operating Properly (MALFUNCTION SIGNAL)
H
orn:
3
chirps every minute
P
ower/Smoke LED:
G
reen LED 3 Flashes approx. once a minute
C
O LED:
O
ff
A
larm has reached its End of Life
H
orn:
5
chirps every minute
P
ower/Smoke LED:
G
reen LED 5 Flashes approx. once a minute
CO LED: Off
Alarm Levels of CO are Detected
H
orn
:
4
beeps, pause, 4 beeps
P
ower/Smoke LED:
O
ff
C
O LED:
D
uring Alarm: Flashes Red in sync with the horn pattern.
After Alarm: Flashes Red On for 2 seconds/Off for 2 seconds.
C
O Alarm Latch is now engaged. (See LATCHING FEATURES
s
ection for details).
S
moke is Detected
H
orn:
3
beeps, pause, 3 beeps
P
ower/Smoke LED:
D
uring Alarm: Flashes Red in sync with the
horn pattern. After Alarm: Flashes Red On for 2 seconds/Off
f
or 2 seconds. Smoke Alarm Latch is now engaged. (See
L
ATCHING FEATURES section for details).
C
O LED:
O
ff
Smoke Alarm is Silenced
H
orn
:
O
ff
Power/Smoke LED: Flashes Red
C
O LED:
O
ff
C
O Alarm is Silenced
H
orn:
O
ff
Power/Smoke LED: Off
CO LED: Flashes Red
L
atching Features Note: Low Battery Latch or Alarm Latch are only
e
ngaged for about 15 minutes to conserve power. Low Battery
Latch and Alar
m Latch do not operate with a missing battery.
U
SING THE SILENCE FEATURES
N
ever remove the batteries to quiet an unwanted alarm. Removing
t
he batteries disables the alarm and removes your protection.
T
he Silence Feature is intended to temporarily silence the horn while
y
ou identify and correct the problem. Do not use the Silence Feature in
e
merg
ency situations. It will not correct a CO problem or extinguish a
f
ire.
T
he Silence Feature can temporarily quiet an unwanted alarm for several
minutes. You can silence this Smoke/CO Alarm by pressing the Test/
S
ilence button on the alarm cover until you hear an acknowledge chirp.
A
fter the Test/Silence button is released, the Red LED blinks during the
silence mode.
SILENCING THE LOW BA
TTER
Y W
ARNING
This Silence Feature can temporarily quiet the low battery warning
“
chirp” for up to 8 hours. Pre
ss the Test/Silence button on the Alarm
cover until you hear the acknowledge “chirp”.
O
nce the low battery warning “chirp” silence feature is activated, the
unit continues to flash the gr
een light once a minute for 8 hours. After
8
hours, the low battery “chirp” will resume. Note, if battery is missing or
d
ead, Low Battery Silence cannot be activated and alarm will continue
to chirp appr
oximately once per minute.
Replace the batteries as soon
a
s possible; this unit will not operate without battery power!
T
o deactivate this featur
e:
P
ress the T
est/Silence button again.
T
he unit will go into Test Mode and the low battery warning will resume
(LED flashes and unit sounds “chirp” once a minute).
When the Smoke Alarm is
S
ilenced
When the CO Alarm is
S
ilenced
T
he Smoke Alarm will remain
s
ilent for up to 15 minutes, then
return to normal operation.
If the smoke has not cleared–or
c
ontinues to increase–the device
w
ill go back into alarm.
T
he CO alarm will remain silent
f
or up to 4 minutes.
A
fter 4 minutes, if CO levels
remain potentially dangerous the
h
orn will start sounding again.
SILENCING THE END OF LIFE SIGNAL
This silence featur
e
can temporarily quiet the End of Life warn
ing “chirp”
for up to 2 days. You can silence the End of Life warning “chirp” by
p
ressing the Test/Silence button. The horn will chirp, acknowledging
that the End of Life silence featur
e
has been activated.
After approximately 2 days, the End of Life “chirp” will resume.
A
fter approximately 2-3 weeks the End of Life warning cannot be
silenced.
4. Using a 3/16” (5 mm) drill bit, drill a hole through the center of the
o
val outlines you traced.
5
. Insert the plastic screw anchors (in the plastic bag with screws) into
the holes. Tap the screw anchors gently with a hammer, if necessary,
u
ntil they are flush with the ceiling or wall.
6. Line the mounting bracket up over the plastic screw anchors.
7
. Screw the mounting bracket to the ceiling or wall through the
m
ounting slots using the two screws provided.
8
.
P
osition the base of the Smoke/CO Alarm over the mounting bracket
and turn. The Alarm will remain secure over a wide rotation range to
allow for perfect alignment. When wall mounting, this will allow fine-
t
uning on the positioning to compensate for out of aligned wall studs
and to keep the wording level. The Alarm can be positioned over the
b
racket every 120°. Rotate the Alarm until aligned properly.
9
. Test the Smoke/CO Alarm. See “Weekly Testing” for details.
LA
TCHING FEA
TURES
Alarm Latch is activated after an Alarm is exposed to alarm levels of
smoke or carbon monoxide. After smoke or CO levels drop below alarm
levels, the
“Smoke/Power” or “CO” Red LED will begin to flash On 2
seconds/Of
f 2 seconds. It will continue to flash or “latch” until you clear
it by testing the alarm.
This feature helps emergency responders, investigators, or service
technicians identify which unit(s) in your home were exposed to alarm
levels of smoke or carbon monoxide. This can help investigators
pinpoint the sour
ce of smoke or CO.
The Latching Alarm Indicator stays ON until you clear it, so it can alert
you to an alarm that occurred while you were away from home, even
though smoke or CO present in the air has dropped below alarm levels.
Low Battery Latch is activated when the Alarm is in the "low battery
condition". When this occurs, the
Smoke/Power LED flashes Green On
for 2 seconds/Off for 2 seconds. This feature is designed to help you
identify which Alarm needs to have the battery replaced. Although, the
Alarm will sound the low battery chirp approximately once every minute,
sometimes during the initial stages of "low battery", the Alarm will chirp
in greater intervals than one minute, sometimes up to several hours, until
the battery reaches a steady low battery level. This innovative feature
eliminates the frustration of waiting for and/or identifying which unit is
chirping.
Latching Features Note: Low Battery Latch or Alarm Latch are only
engaged for about 15 minutes to conser
ve power. Low Battery
Latch and Alarm Latch do not operate with a missing battery.
o
t e ceiling or wall. It is not a tabletop device.
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I
NTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing BRK Brands, Inc. for your Smoke and Carbon
M
onoxide Alarm needs. You have purchased a state-of-the-art Smoke &
CO Alarm designed to provide you with early warning of a fire or Carbon
Monoxide.
Key features include:
Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Combination Alarm. One alarm protects
a
gainst two deadly household threats.
M
ost Accurate Carbon Monoxide Sensor*
A
dvanced electrochemical
C
O sensor technology.
I
ntelligent Sensing Technology
d
esigned to help reduce unwanted or
nuisance alarms.
Single Button Test/Silence eliminates confusion. Depending on what
m
ode the alarm is in, pushing the button provides different functions
s
uch as testing the alarm, silencing the alarm, re
-testing the alarm
when in silence and clearing the Latching feature.
Two Silence Features. Temporarily silence low battery chirp for up to
e
ight hours before replacing low battery or silence an unwanted alarm
f
or several minutes.
T
wo Latching Features.
A
larm Latch: Easily identifies initiating alarm
even after alarm condition has subsided. Low Battery Latch: Identifies
w
hich unit is in low battery condition.
P
erfect Mount System
i
ncludes a gasketless base for easy installation
a
nd a new mounting bracket that keeps the alarm secure over a wide
r
otation range to allow for perfect alignment.
End of Life Signal. Provides audible and visual confirmation alarm
n
eeds to be replaced.
*As compared to other sensing technologies
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istributed by BRK Brands, Inc.
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FIRE SAFETY TIPS
Follow safety rules and prevent hazardous situations: 1) Use smoking
m
aterials properly. Never smoke in bed. 2) Keep matches or lighters
away fr
om childr
e
n; 3) Store
flammable materials in pro
per containers;
4) Keep electrical appliances in good condition and don’
t overload elec-
t
rical circuits; 5) Keep stoves, barbecue grills, fireplaces and chimneys
grease- and debris-free; 6) Never leave anything cooking on the stove
unattended; 7) Keep portable heaters and open flames, like candles,
away from flammable materials; 8) Don’t let rubbish accumulate.
Keep alarms clean, and test them weekly. Replace alarms immediately
if they are not working properly. Smoke Alarms that do not work cannot
alert you to a fire. Keep at least one working fire extinguisher on every
floor, and an additional one in the kitchen. Have fire escape ladders or
other reliable means of escape from an upper floor in case stairs are
blocked.
BASIC SAFETY INFORMATION
•
Dangers, Warnings, and Cautions alert you to impor
tant
operating instructions or to potentially hazardous situations.
Pay special attention to these items.
•
This Smoke/CO Alarm is approved for use in single-family
residences. It is NOT designed for marine or RV use.
•
This combination Smoke/Carbon Monoxide Alarm has two
separate alarms. The CO Alarm is not designed to detect fire
or any other gas. It will only indicate the presence of carbon
monoxide gas at the sensor. Carbon monoxide gas may be
present in other areas. The Smoke Alarm will only indicate the
presence of smoke that r
eaches the sensor
. The Smoke Alarm
is not designed to sense gas, heat or flames.
A
ll BRK
®
a
nd
F
irst Alert
®
S
moke Alarms conform to regulatory
r
e
quire
ments, including UL217 and are
designed to detect part
icles
of combustion. Smoke particles of varying number and size are
p
roduced in all fires.
Ionization technology is generally mor
e
sensitive than photo-
electric technology at detecting small particles, which tend to be
p
ro
duced in greater amounts by flaming fires, which consume
combustible materials rapidly and spread quickly. Sources of these
fir
e
s may include paper burning in a wastebasket, or a grease fire in
t
he kitchen.
P
hotoelectric technology is generally more sensitive than ionization
t
echnology at detecting large particles, which tend to be produced
in greater amounts by smoldering fires, which may smolder for
h
ours before bursting into flame. Sources of these fires may include
c
igarettes burning in couches or bedding.
For maximum pr
otection, use both types of Smoke Alar
ms on
e
ach level and in every bedroom of your home.
•
This unit will not aler
t hearing impair
ed r
esidents. It is
r
ecommended that you install special units which use devices
like flashing str
obe lights to aler
t hearing impair
ed r
esidents.
•
This Smoke/CO Alarm cannot operate without working
batteries. Removing the batteries for any reason, or failing to
replace the batteries at the end of their service life, removes
your protection.
• The battery compartment resists closing unless a battery is
installed. This war
ns you the unit will not operate without a
battery.
• Do not stand too close to the unit when the alarm is sounding.
It is loud to wake you in an emergency. Exposure to the horn
at close range may harm your hearing.
•
Do not paint over the unit. Paint may clog the openings to the
sensing chambers and prevent the unit from operating properly.
4 5 6
I
NSTALLATION
WHERE TO INSTALL THIS ALARM
Minimum coverage for Smoke Alarms, as recommended by the
N
ational Fire Protection Association (NFPA), is one Smoke Alarm on
e
very floor, in every sleeping area, and in every bedroom (See
“Regulatory Information For Smoke Alarms” for details on the NFPA
recommendations).
For CO Alarms, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
recommends that a CO Alarm should be centrally located outside of
e
ach separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms.
For added protection, install additional CO Alarms in each separate
bedroom, and on every level of your home.
I
n general, install combination Smoke and Carbon Monoxide
A
larms:
• On every level of your home, including finished attics and basements.
•
Inside every bedroom, especially if people sleep with the door partly
o
r completely closed.
• In the hall near every sleeping area. If your home has multiple
s
leeping areas, install a unit in each. If a hall is more than 40 feet
(12 meters) long, install a unit at each end.
•
At the top of first-to-second floor stairs.
• At the bottom of the basement stairs.
•
For additional coverage, install Alarms in all rooms, halls, and storage
areas, where temperatures normally remain between 40˚ F and
100˚ F (4˚ C and 38˚ C).
R
ecommended Placement
•
When installing on the wall, the top edge of Smoke Alarms should
b
e placed between 4 inches (102 mm) and 12 inches (305 mm)
from the wall/ceiling line.
• When installing on the ceiling, place the alarm as close to the
c
enter as possible.
•
In either case, install at least 4 inches (102 mm) from where the
w
all and ceiling meet. See “Avoiding Dead Air Spaces” for more
information.
N
OTE:
F
or any location, make sure no door or other obstruction could
k
eep carbon monoxide or smoke from reaching the Alarm.
I
nstalling Smoke/CO Alarms in Mobile Homes
F
or minimum security install one Smoke/CO Alarm as close to each
s
leeping area as possible. For more security, put one unit in each room.
Many older mobile homes (especially those built befor
e
1978) have little
o
r no insulation. If your mobile home is not well insulated, or if you are
u
nsure
of the amount of insulation, it is important to install units on
inside walls only.
WHERE THIS ALARM SHOULD NOT BE INSTALLED
D
o NOT locate this Smoke/CO Alarm:
•
In garages, kitchens, furnace rooms, crawl spaces and unfinished
attics. Avoid extremely dusty, dirty or greasy areas.
• Where combustion particles are produced. Combustion particles
f
orm when something burns. Areas to avoid include poorly ventilated
k
itchens, garages, and furn
ace ro
oms. Keep units at least 20 feet
(6 meters) from the sources of combustion particles (stove, furnace,
w
ater heater, space heater) if possible. In areas where a 20-foot
(
6 meter) distance is not possible – in modular,
mobile, or smaller
homes, for example – it is r
ecommended the Smoke/CO Alarm be
p
laced as far from these fuel-burning sources as possible. The
p
lacement re
commendations are intended to keep these Alarms at
a reasonable distance from a fuel-burning source, and thus reduce
“
unwanted” alarms. Unwanted alarms can occur if a Smoke/CO
A
larm is placed dire
ctly next to a fuel-burn
ing sourc
e. Ventilate
these areas as much as possible.
•
Within 5 feet (1.5 meters) of any cooking appliance. In air str
e
ams
near kitchens. Air currents can draw cooking smoke into the smoke
s
ensor and cause unwanted alarms.
•
In extremely humid areas. This Alarm should be at least 10 feet
(3 meters) from a shower, sauna, humidifier, vaporizer, dishwasher,
laundry r
oom, utility r
oom, or other sour
ce of high humidity
.
• In direct sunlight.
• In turbulent air, like near ceiling fans or open windows. Blowing air
m
ay prevent CO or smoke from reaching the sensors.
• In areas where temperature is colder than 40˚ F (4˚ C) or hotter than
100˚ F (38˚C). These areas include non-airconditioned crawl spaces,
unfinished attics, uninsulated or poorly insulated ceilings, porches,
and garages.
•
In insect infested areas. Insects can clog the openings to the
sensing chamber.
•
Less than 12 inches (305 mm) away from fluor
escent lights.
Electrical “noise” can interfere with the sensor.
•
In “dead air” spaces. See “Avoiding Dead Air Spaces”.
AVOIDING DEAD AIR SPACES
“Dead air” spaces may prevent smoke fr
om r
eaching the Smoke/CO
Alarm. T
o avoid dead air spaces, follow installation recommendations
below.
On ceilings, install Smoke/CO Alarms as close to the center of the
ceiling as possible. If this is not possible, install the Smoke/CO Alarm
at least 4 inches (102 mm) from the wall or cor
ner
.
For wall mounting (if allowed by building codes), the top edge of
Smoke/CO Alarms should be placed between 4 inches (102 mm) and
12 inches (305 mm) from the wall/ceiling line.
On a peaked, gabled, or cathedral ceiling, install the first Smoke/CO
Alarm within 3 feet (0.9 meters) of the peak of the ceiling, measur
ed
horizontally
. Additional Smoke/CO Alarms may be r
equir
ed depending
on the length, angle, etc. of the ceiling's slope. Refer to NFPA 72 for
details on r
equirements for sloped or peaked ceilings.
Continued...
S
UGGESTED AREAS FOR INSTALLING
SMOKE ALARMS, CO ALARMS, AND COMBO UNITS
SMOKE ALARM WITH
SILENCE FEATURE
CO ALARMS
BOTH, OR COMBINATION
SMOKE/CO ALARMS
SMOKE ALARMS
KEY:
Suggested locations are based on
NFPA recommendations (NFPA 72
for Smoke Alarms and NFPA 720 for
Carbon Monoxide Alarms). Always
refer to national and local codes
b
efore beginning any installation.
I
n new construction AC and AC/DC smoke alarms MUST
b
e interconnected to meet NFPA recommendations.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN INSTALLATION
This combination Smoke/CO Alarm was designed to be mounted
o
n the ceiling or wall. It is not a tabletop device.
R
ead “Where to
I
nstall This Alarm” and “Where This Alarm Should Not Be Installed”
before you begin installation.
F
ind the pair of self-adhesive labels included with this Smoke/CO Alarm.
• On each label write in the phone number of your emergency
responder (like 911) and a qualified appliance technician.
•
Place one label near the Smoke/CO Alarm, and the other label in
the “fresh air” location you plan to go if the alarm sounds.
1
2
3
5
6
4
2
3
1
Mounting Bracket
2
Mounting Slot and Screws
3 Locking Pins (break out of
b
racket)
4 Lever to Open Battery
C
ompartment
5 Swing-Out Battery
C
ompartment
6 Not Used
P
ARTS OF THIS SMOKE/CO ALARM
T
ools you will need:
P
encil, drill with 3/16” (5mm) drill bit,
f
lathead screwdriver, hammer.
• Do not connect this unit to any other alarm or auxiliary device.
I
t is a single-station unit that cannot be linked to other devices.
Connecting anything else to this unit may prevent it from working
properly.
•
Do not install this unit over an electrical junction box. Air currents
around junction boxes can prevent smoke from reaching the
s
ensing chamber and prevent the unit from alarming. Only AC
p
owered units are intended for installation over junction boxes.
To install this unit:
If you want to lock the battery compartment, or lock the Smoke/CO
Alar
m
to the mounting bracket, please read the “Optional Locking
Features” section.
1. Hold base firmly and twist the mounting bracket counterclockwise
(left) to separate it fr
o
m the unit.
2. Hold the mounting bracket against the ceiling (or wall) so the
v
ertical mounting slot is aligned in the 12 o’clock position and trace
around the inside of the mounting slots (vertical and horizontal
mounting).
3
. Put the unit where it won’t get covered with dust when you drill the
m
ounting holes.
HOW TO INSTALL THIS SMOKE/CO ALARM
INSTALLATION, Continued
1
. Test/Silence Button: Press
and hold to activate test,
or to silence the alarm.
2
. POWER Light (GREEN)/
SMOKE ALARM Light (RED)
3. CO ALARM Light (RED)
4. Battery Drawer
5
. (Behind the Cover) Alarm
Horn: 85dB audible alarm
for test, alarm, and unit
m
alfunction warning.
H
OW YOUR SMOKE/CO ALARM WORKS
THE COVER OF YOUR SMOKE/CO ALARM
T
he optional locking features are designed to discourage unauthorized
r
emoval of the battery or alarm. It is not necessary to activate the locks
in single-family households where unauthorized battery or alarm
r
emoval is not a concern.
T
hese Smoke/CO Alarms have two separate locking features: one locks
t
he battery compartment, and the other locks the Smoke/CO Alarm to the
m
ounting bracket. You can choose to use either feature independently, or
u
se them both.
T
o
ols you will need:
•
Needle-nose pliers or utility knife
• Standard/Flathead screwdriver.
U
SING THE OPTIONAL LOCKING FEATURES
THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT LOCK
T
O LOCK THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT:
Do not lock the battery compartment until you have activated the battery
a
nd tested the Smoke/CO Alarm.
1
. Activate the battery by removing the
“
Pull to Activate Battery” tab. Push and
hold the test button on the Smoke/CO
A
larm’s cover until the alarm sounds:
4
beeps, pause, 4 beeps, pause,
3 beeps, pause, 3 beeps, pause.
I
f the unit does not alarm during
t
esting, DO NOT lock the battery
compartment! Install a new battery
a
nd test again. If it still does not
a
larm, replace the Smoke/CO
Alar
m immediately
.
2. Using needle-nose pliers or a utility
k
nife, detach one locking pin from
t
he mounting bracket.
3
. Push the locking pin
t
hro
ugh the black dot on
the label on the back of
t
he Smoke/CO Alarm.
THE MOUNTING BRACKET LOCK
TO ACTIVA
TE THE BRACKET LOCK:
1. Using needle-nose pliers, detach
one locking pin from the mounting
bracket.
2. Insert the locking pin into the lock
located on the base as shown in
the diagram.
3. When you attach the
Smoke/CO Alarm to the
mounting bracket, the
locking pin’s head will fit
into a notch on the bracket.
TO DEACTIVATE THE BRACKET LOCK:
1.
Insert a flathead screwdriver between the mounting bracket pin
and the mounting bracket.
2. Pry the Smoke/CO Alarm away from the bracket by tur
ning both
the screwdriver and the Smoke/CO Alarm counterclockwise (left)
at the same time.
TO PERMANENTL
Y REMOVE
THE BRACKET LOCK:
Insert the flathead screwdriver
between the locking pin and
the lock, and pry the pin out
of the lock.
T
O UNLOCK THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT:
1. Remove the Smoke/CO Alarm from the mounting bracket. If the
u
nit is locked to the bracket, see the section “T
o
Deactivate the
B
racket Lock.”
2
. Insert a flathead screwdriver under the head
o
f the locking pin, and gently pry it out of
the battery compartment lock. (If you plan
t
o relock the battery compartment, save
t
he locking pin.)
3
. T
o re-lock the battery compartment, close
the battery door and reinsert the locking pin
i
n the lock.
4
. Reattach the Smoke/CO Alarm to the mounting bracket.
W
hen replacing the battery, always test the Smoke/CO Alarm before
r
e
locking the battery compartment.
Mounting Bracket Lock
Battery Drawer Lock
Locking Pin
IF YOUR SMOKE/CO ALARM SOUNDS
WHA
T TO DO IF CARBON MONOXIDE IS DETECTED
Actuation of your CO Alarm indicates the presence of carbon
monoxide (CO) which can kill you. In other words, when your CO
Alar
m sounds, you must not ignore it!
WHAT TO DO IF SMOKE IS DETECTED
• If the unit alarms and you are not testing the unit, it is warning
you of a potentially dangerous situation that requires your
i
mmediate attention. NEVER ignore any alarm. Ignoring the
alarm may result in injury or death.
• Never remove the battery to quiet an unwanted alarm.
Removing the battery disables the Alarm so it cannot sense
s
moke. This will remove your protection. Instead, open a
window or fan the smoke away from the unit. The Alarm will
reset automatically.
• If the unit alarms get everyone out of the house immediately.
If the unit alarms and you are certain that the source of smoke is not a
f
ire—cooking smoke or an extremely dusty furnace, for example—open a
nearby window or
door and fan the smoke away from the unit. Use the
Silence Feature to silence the Alarm. This will silence the alarm, and
o
nce the smoke clears the unit will reset itself automatically.
WHAT TO DO IN CASE OF FIRE
•
Don’t panic; stay calm. Follow your family escape plan.
• Get out of the house as quickly as possible. Don’t stop to get
d
ressed or collect anything.
• Feel doors with the back of your hand before opening them.
If a door is cool, open it slowly
.
Don’t open a hot door. Keep doors
a
nd windows closed, unless you must escape through them.
• Cover your nose and mouth with a cloth (preferably damp).
Take short, shallow breaths.
•
Meet at your planned meeting place outside your home,
a
nd do a head count to make sure everybody got out safely.
• Call the Fire Department as soon as possible from outside.
G
ive your address, then your name.
•
Never go back inside a burning building for any reason.
•
Contact your Fire Department for ideas on making your home safer.
A
larms have various limitations. See "General Limitations of
Smoke/CO Alarms" for details.
IF THE CO ALARM SOUNDS:
1. Operate the Test/Silence button.
2. Call your emer
gency services, fire department or 911. Write down
the number of your local emergency service here:
_____________________________________________________________
3. Immediately move to fresh air—outdoors or by an open door or
window
. Do a head count to check that all persons are accounted
for. Do not re-enter the premises, or move away from the open door
or window until the emergency services responder has arrived, the
premises have been aired out, and your Smoke/CO Alarm remains
in its normal condition.
4. After following steps 1-3, if your Smoke/CO Alarm reactivates within
a 24-hour period, repeat steps 1-3 and call a qualified appliance
technician to investigate 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 equipment. Make
sure that motor vehicles are not, and have not, been operating in
an attached garage or adjacent to the residence. Write down the
number of a qualified appliance technician her
e:
_____________________________________________________________
If you hear the alarm horn sound 3 beeps, pause, 3 beeps,
p
ause and the RED SMOKE light is flashing, smoke has
b
een detected. Evacuate everyone from the building.
USER’S MANUAL
Smoke & Carbon
M
onoxide Alarm
Battery Powered Smoke &
Carbon Monoxide Alarm
with Silence Feature
and Latching Alarm
Model SCO2
I
MPORTANT! PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND SAVE
This user’s manual contains important information about your Alarm’s
operation. If you are installing the Alarm for use by others, you must
l
eave this manual — or a copy of it — with the end user.
Model
SCO2
Printed in Mexico
M
08-0094-010
K
1
0
9/09
B
oth locking features use locking pins, molded into the mounting bracket. Using needle nose pliers or a utility knife, remove one or both pins, depending
o
n which locking features you use.
“ALARM-MOVE TO FRESH AIR”
If you hear the alarm horn sound 4 beeps, pause,
4
beeps, pause, and the RED CO light is flashing,
m
ove everyone to a source of fresh air.
L
ISTED TO
UL 217 and
UL 2034
S
TANDARDS
WHAT YOU WILL SEE AND HEAR WITH THIS ALARM
U
nder Normal Operations
Horn:
Silent
P
ower/Smoke LED:
I
ntermittent Green
C
O LED:
O
ff
W
hen You Test the Alarm
Horn:
3 beeps, pause, 3 beeps
P
ower/Smoke LED:
F
lashes Red in sync with the horn pattern
C
O LED:
O
ff, followed by
Horn: 4 beeps, pause, 4 beeps
Power/Smoke LED: Off
C
O LED:
F
lashes Red in sync with the horn pattern
If Battery Becomes Low or is Missing
Horn:
chirps once a minute
Power/Smoke LED: Flashes Green once a minute until reset. Low
B
attery latch is now engaged. (See Latching Features note
b
elow.) Green LED On for 2 seconds/Off for two seconds.
CO LED: Off
If Alarm is Not Operating Properly (MALFUNCTION SIGNAL)
H
orn:
3
chirps every minute
P
ower/Smoke LED:
G
reen LED 3 Flashes approx. once a minute
C
O LED:
O
ff
A
larm has reached its End of Life
H
orn:
5
chirps every minute
P
ower/Smoke LED:
G
reen LED 5 Flashes approx. once a minute
CO LED: Off
Alarm Levels of CO are Detected
H
orn
:
4
beeps, pause, 4 beeps
P
ower/Smoke LED:
O
ff
C
O LED:
D
uring Alarm: Flashes Red in sync with the horn pattern.
After Alarm: Flashes Red On for 2 seconds/Off for 2 seconds.
C
O Alarm Latch is now engaged. (See LATCHING FEATURES
s
ection for details).
S
moke is Detected
H
orn:
3
beeps, pause, 3 beeps
P
ower/Smoke LED:
D
uring Alarm: Flashes Red in sync with the
horn pattern. After Alarm: Flashes Red On for 2 seconds/Off
f
or 2 seconds. Smoke Alarm Latch is now engaged. (See
L
ATCHING FEATURES section for details).
C
O LED:
O
ff
Smoke Alarm is Silenced
H
orn
:
O
ff
Power/Smoke LED: Flashes Red
C
O LED:
O
ff
C
O Alarm is Silenced
H
orn:
O
ff
Power/Smoke LED: Off
CO LED: Flashes Red
L
atching Features Note: Low Battery Latch or Alarm Latch are only
e
ngaged for about 15 minutes to conserve power. Low Battery
Latch and Alar
m Latch do not operate with a missing battery.
U
SING THE SILENCE FEATURES
N
ever remove the batteries to quiet an unwanted alarm. Removing
t
he batteries disables the alarm and removes your protection.
T
he Silence Feature is intended to temporarily silence the horn while
y
ou identify and correct the problem. Do not use the Silence Feature in
e
merg
ency situations. It will not correct a CO problem or extinguish a
f
ire.
T
he Silence Feature can temporarily quiet an unwanted alarm for several
minutes. You can silence this Smoke/CO Alarm by pressing the Test/
S
ilence button on the alarm cover until you hear an acknowledge chirp.
A
fter the Test/Silence button is released, the Red LED blinks during the
silence mode.
SILENCING THE LOW BA
TTER
Y W
ARNING
This Silence Feature can temporarily quiet the low battery warning
“
chirp” for up to 8 hours. Pre
ss the Test/Silence button on the Alarm
cover until you hear the acknowledge “chirp”.
O
nce the low battery warning “chirp” silence feature is activated, the
unit continues to flash the gr
een light once a minute for 8 hours. After
8
hours, the low battery “chirp” will resume. Note, if battery is missing or
d
ead, Low Battery Silence cannot be activated and alarm will continue
to chirp appr
oximately once per minute.
Replace the batteries as soon
a
s possible; this unit will not operate without battery power!
T
o deactivate this featur
e:
P
ress the T
est/Silence button again.
T
he unit will go into Test Mode and the low battery warning will resume
(LED flashes and unit sounds “chirp” once a minute).
When the Smoke Alarm is
S
ilenced
When the CO Alarm is
S
ilenced
T
he Smoke Alarm will remain
s
ilent for up to 15 minutes, then
return to normal operation.
If the smoke has not cleared–or
c
ontinues to increase–the device
w
ill go back into alarm.
T
he CO alarm will remain silent
f
or up to 4 minutes.
A
fter 4 minutes, if CO levels
remain potentially dangerous the
h
orn will start sounding again.
SILENCING THE END OF LIFE SIGNAL
This silence featur
e
can temporarily quiet the End of Life warn
ing “chirp”
for up to 2 days. You can silence the End of Life warning “chirp” by
p
ressing the Test/Silence button. The horn will chirp, acknowledging
that the End of Life silence featur
e
has been activated.
After approximately 2 days, the End of Life “chirp” will resume.
A
fter approximately 2-3 weeks the End of Life warning cannot be
silenced.
4. Using a 3/16” (5 mm) drill bit, drill a hole through the center of the
o
val outlines you traced.
5
. Insert the plastic screw anchors (in the plastic bag with screws) into
the holes. Tap the screw anchors gently with a hammer, if necessary,
u
ntil they are flush with the ceiling or wall.
6. Line the mounting bracket up over the plastic screw anchors.
7
. Screw the mounting bracket to the ceiling or wall through the
m
ounting slots using the two screws provided.
8
.
P
osition the base of the Smoke/CO Alarm over the mounting bracket
and turn. The Alarm will remain secure over a wide rotation range to
allow for perfect alignment. When wall mounting, this will allow fine-
t
uning on the positioning to compensate for out of aligned wall studs
and to keep the wording level. The Alarm can be positioned over the
b
racket every 120°. Rotate the Alarm until aligned properly.
9
. Test the Smoke/CO Alarm. See “Weekly Testing” for details.
LA
TCHING FEA
TURES
Alarm Latch is activated after an Alarm is exposed to alarm levels of
smoke or carbon monoxide. After smoke or CO levels drop below alarm
levels, the
“Smoke/Power” or “CO” Red LED will begin to flash On 2
seconds/Of
f 2 seconds. It will continue to flash or “latch” until you clear
it by testing the alarm.
This feature helps emergency responders, investigators, or service
technicians identify which unit(s) in your home were exposed to alarm
levels of smoke or carbon monoxide. This can help investigators
pinpoint the sour
ce of smoke or CO.
The Latching Alarm Indicator stays ON until you clear it, so it can alert
you to an alarm that occurred while you were away from home, even
though smoke or CO present in the air has dropped below alarm levels.
Low Battery Latch is activated when the Alarm is in the "low battery
condition". When this occurs, the
Smoke/Power LED flashes Green On
for 2 seconds/Off for 2 seconds. This feature is designed to help you
identify which Alarm needs to have the battery replaced. Although, the
Alarm will sound the low battery chirp approximately once every minute,
sometimes during the initial stages of "low battery", the Alarm will chirp
in greater intervals than one minute, sometimes up to several hours, until
the battery reaches a steady low battery level. This innovative feature
eliminates the frustration of waiting for and/or identifying which unit is
chirping.
Latching Features Note: Low Battery Latch or Alarm Latch are only
engaged for about 15 minutes to conser
ve power. Low Battery
Latch and Alarm Latch do not operate with a missing battery.
o
t e ceiling or wall. It is not a tabletop device.
7 8
Printed in Mexico M08-0094-010 K1 09/09
BRK
Electr
onics
®
is a r
egister
ed trademark of BRK
Brands, Inc.
First Alert
®
is a r
egister
ed trademark of the First Alert T
rust.
9 10 11 12
W
EEKLY TESTING
• NEVER use an open flame of any kind to test this unit. You
m
ight accidentally damage or set fire to the unit or to your
h
ome. The built-in test switch accurately tests the unit’s
operation as required by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL).
N
EVER use vehicle exhaust! Exhaust may cause permanent
d
amage and voids your warranty.
• DO NOT stand close to the Alarm when the horn is sounding.
E
xposure at close range may be harmful to your hearing.
When testing, step away when horn starts sounding.
It is important to test this unit every week to make sure it is working
p
roperly. Using the test button is the recommended way to test this
Smoke/CO Alarm.
1. Push and hold the Test/Silence button on the cover until you hear a
“
chirp.” The “chirp” marks the start of the self-test sequence.
2. During testing, you will hear a loud, repeating horn pattern: 3 beeps,
p
ause, 3 beeps, pause, while the red smoke LED flashes. Then you
will hear a loud, repeating horn pattern: 4 beeps, pause, 4 beeps,
pause, while the red CO LED flashes.
If the Smoke/CO Alarm does not test properly:
1
. Make sure the battery is fresh and installed correctly.
2. Be sure the alarm is clean and dust-free.
3. Test the unit again.
I
f the Smoke/CO Alarm is still not working properly, replace it immediately.
Refer to the “Limited Warranty” at the end of this manual.
I
f there is still a problem, do not try to fix the Alarm yourself.
This will void your warranty!
REGULAR MAINTENANCE
Use only the r
eplacement batteries listed below. The unit may not
o
perate properly with other batteries. Never use rechargeable
b
atteries since they may not provide a constant charge.
T
his unit has been designed to be as maintenance-free as possible, but
t
here are a few simple things you must do to keep it working properly:
•
Test it at least once a week.
•
Clean the Smoke/CO Alarm at least once a month; gently vacuum
the outside of the Smoke/CO Alarm using your household vacuum’s
s
oft brush attachment. Test the Smoke/CO Alarm. Never use water,
c
leaners or solvents since they may damage the unit.
•
If the Smoke/CO Alarm becomes contaminated by excessive dirt,
d
ust and/or grime, and cannot be cleaned to avoid unwanted
a
larms, replace the unit immediately.
•
Relocate the unit if it sounds frequent unwanted alarms. See “Where
This Alarm Should Not Be Installed” for details.
•
When the battery becomes weak, the Alarm will “chirp” about once
a
minute (the low battery warning). This warning should last 7 days,
but you should replace the battery immediately to continue your
p
rotection.
T
his Alarm must have battery power to operate.
I
f the battery
is dead or missing, the Alarm cannot operate.
DO NOT spray cleaning chemicals or insect sprays directly on or near
t
he Alarm. DO NOT paint over the Alarm. Doing so may permanently
d
amage the Alarm
.
C
HOOSING A REPLACEMENT BAT
TERY
:
This Smoke/CO Alarm r
equir
es one standar
d 9V alkaline battery
.
The
f
ollowing alkaline batteries are acceptable as replacements: Duracell
#MN1604 or MX1604; Eveready “Energizer” 522. You can also use an
Ultralife 9V lithium battery #U9VL for longer service life between battery
c
hanges.
T
hese batteries are
available at many local re
tail stores.
Actual battery service life depends on the Smoke/CO Alarm and the
e
nvironment in which it is installed. All the batteries specified above
a
re
acceptable re
placement batteries for this unit. Regard
less of the
manufacturer’s suggested battery life, you MUST replace the battery
i
mmediately once the unit starts “chirping” (the “low battery warning”).
WHA
T YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CO
WHAT IS CO?
CO is an invisible, odorless, tasteless gas produced when fossil fuels
d
o not burn completely
, or ar
e exposed to heat (usually fir
e). Electrical
a
ppliances typically do not produce CO.
These fuels include: Wood, coal, charcoal, oil, natural gas, gasoline,
ker
osene, and pr
opane.
Common appliances ar
e often sour
ces of CO. If they are not properly
m
aintained, are improperly ventilated, or malfunction, CO levels can rise
quickly
. CO is a real danger now that homes are more energy efficient.
“Air
-tight” homes with added insulation, sealed windows, and other
w
eatherproofing can “trap” CO inside.
SYMPTOMS OF CO POISONING
These symptoms are related to CO POISONING and should be
d
iscussed with ALL household members.
M
ild Exposure
:
S
light headache, nausea, vomiting, fatigue (“flu-like”
symptoms).
Medium Exposure: Throbbing headache, drowsiness, confusion, fast
heart rate.
Extreme Exposure: Convulsions, unconsciousness, heart and lung
failur
e. Exposure to Carbon Monoxide can cause brain damage, death.
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.
POTENTIAL SOURCES OF CO IN THE HOME
Fuel-burning appliances like: portable heater, gas or wood burning
fireplace, gas kitchen range or cooktop, gas clothes dryer.
D
amaged or insufficient venting:
c
orroded or disconnected water
h
eater vent pipe, leaking chimney pipe or flue, or cracked heat
exchanger, blocked or clogged chimney opening.
I
mproper use of appliance/device:
o
perating a barbecue grill or
v
ehicle in an enclosed area (like a garage or screened porch).
Transient CO Problems: “transient” or on-again-off-again CO problems
can be caused by outdoor conditions and other special circumstances.
T
he following conditions can result in transient CO situations:
1. Excessive spillage or reverse venting of fuel appliances caused by
o
utdoor conditions such as:
•
W
ind direction and/or velocity, including high, gusty winds. Heavy
air in the vent pipes (cold/humid air with extended periods
b
etween cycles).
• Negative pressure differential resulting from the use of exhaust
f
ans.
•
Several appliances running at the same time competing for limited
f
resh air.
• Vent pipe connections vibrating loose from clothes dryers,
furnaces, or water heaters.
•
Obstructions in or unconventional vent pipe designs which can
a
mplify the above situations.
2
. Extended operation of unvented fuel burning devices (range, oven,
f
ireplace).
3. Temperature inversions, which can trap exhaust close to the ground.
4. Car idling in an open or closed attached garage, or near a home.
T
hese conditions are dangerous because they can trap exhaust in your
h
ome. Since these conditions can come and go, they are also hard to
recreate during a CO investigation.
HOW CAN I PROTECT MY FAMILY FROM CO
POISONING?
A
CO Alarm is an excellent means of protection. It monitors the air
and sounds a loud alarm before Carbon Monoxide levels become
t
hreatening for average, healthy adults.
A
CO Alarm is not a substitute for proper maintenance of home
appliances.
T
o help prevent CO problems and reduce the risk of CO poisoning:
• Clean chimneys and flues yearly. Keep them free of debris, leaves,
a
nd nests for proper air flow. Also, have a professional check for
r
ust and corrosion, cracks, or separations. These conditions can
pr
event pr
oper air movement and cause backdrafting. Never “cap”
o
r cover a chimney in any way that would block air flow.
•
T
e
st and maintain all fuel-burn
ing equipment annually. Many local
g
as or oil companies and HVAC companies offer appliance
i
nspections for a nominal fee.
•
Make regular visual inspections of all fuel-burning appliances.
C
heck appliances 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
C
O may be pre
sent. Keep the blower door on the furn
ace closed.
Use vents or fans when they are available on all fuel-burning
a
ppliances. Make sure appliances are vented to the outside. Do
n
ot grill or barbecue indoors, or in garages or on scre
en porc
hes.
• Check for exhaust backflow from CO sources. Check the draft
h
ood on an operating furn
ace for a backdraft. Look for cracks on
furnace heat exchangers.
•
Check the house or garage on the other side of shared wall.
• Keep windows and doors open slightly. If you suspect that CO
is escaping into your home, open a window or a door. Opening
w
indows and doors can significantly decre
ase CO levels.
In addition, familiarize yourself with all enclosed materials. Read
t
his manual in its entirety
, and make sur
e you understand what to
d
o if your CO Alarm
sounds.
REGULATORY INFORMATION FOR
SMOKE/CO ALARMS
REGULATORY
INFORMATION FOR CO ALARMS
WHAT LEVELS OF CO CAUSE AN ALARM?
Underwriters Laboratories Inc. Standard UL2034 requires residential CO
A
larms to sound when exposed to levels of CO and exposure times as
described below
. They ar
e
measure
d in parts per million (ppm) of CO
over time (in minutes).
UL2034 Requir
ed Alarm Points*:
• If the alarm is exposed to 400 ppm of CO, IT MUST ALARM
BETWEEN 4 and 15 MINUTES.
•
If the alarm is exposed to 150 ppm of CO, IT MUST ALARM
BETWEEN 10 and 50 MINUTES.
• If the alarm is exposed to 70 ppm if CO, IT MUST ALARM
BETWEEN 60 and 240 MINUTES.
* Approximately 10% COHb exposure at levels of 10% to 95% Relative
Humidity (RH).
The unit is designed not to alarm when exposed to a constant level
of 30 ppm for 30 days.
CO Alarms ar
e designed to alarm before there is an immediate life threat.
Since you cannot see or smell CO, never assume it’s not present.
•
An exposure to 100 ppm of CO for 20 minutes may not affect
average, healthy adults, but after 4 hours the same level may
cause headaches.
• An exposure to 400 ppm of CO may cause headaches in average,
healthy adults after 35 minutes, but can cause death after 2 hours.
Standards: Underwriters Laboratories Inc. Single and Multiple Station
carbon monoxide alarms UL2034.
Accor
ding to Underwriters Laboratories Inc. UL2034, Section 1-1.2:
“Carbon monoxide alarms covered by these requirements are intended
to respond to the presence of carbon monoxide from sources such as,
but not limited to, exhaust fr
om inter
nal-combustion engines, abnormal
operation of fuel-fired appliances, and fireplaces. CO Alarms are
intended to alarm at carbon monoxide levels below those that could
cause a loss of ability to react to the dangers of Carbon Monoxide
exposure.” This CO Alarm monitors the air at the Alarm, and is
designed to alarm before CO levels become life threatening. This
allows you precious time to leave the house and correct the problem.
This is only possible if Alarms are located, installed, and maintained as
described in this manual.
Gas Detection at Typical Temperature and Humidity Ranges: The CO
Alarm is not formulated to detect CO levels below 30 ppm typically.
Audible Alarm: 85dB minimum at 10 feet (3 meters).
ABOUT SMOKE ALARMS
Battery (DC) operated Smoke Alarms: Provide protection even when
electricity fails, provided the batteries are fresh and correctly installed.
Units ar
e easy to install, and do not r
equire pr
ofessional installation.
However, they do not provide interconnected functionality.
AC powered Smoke Alarms: Can be interconnected so if one unit
senses smoke, all units alarm. They do not operate if electricity fails.
AC with battery (DC) back-up: will operate if electricity fails, provided
the batteries are fresh and correctly installed. AC and AC/DC units
must be installed by a qualified electrician.
W
ireless Interconnected Alarms:
Offer the same interconnected
functionality as with hardwired alarms, without wires. Units are easy
to install and do not require professional installation. They provide
protection even when electricity fails, provided the batteries are fresh
and correctly installed.
Smoke Alar
ms for Solar or Wind Energy users and battery backup
power systems: AC powered Smoke Alarms should only be operated
with true or pure sine wave inverters. Operating this Smoke Alarm with
most battery-powered UPS (uninterruptible power supply) products or
square wave or “quasi sine wave” inverters
will damage the Alarm.
If you are not sure about your inverter or UPS type, please consult with
the manufacturer to verify.
Smoke Alarms for the hearing impaired: Special purpose Smoke
Alarms should be installed for the hearing impair
ed. They include a
visual alarm and an audible alarm hor
n, and meet the requirements of
the Americans With Disabilities Act. These units can be inter
connected
so if one unit senses smoke, all units alarm.
Smoke alarms are not to be used with detector guards unless the
combination has been evaluated and found suitable for that purpose.
All these Smoke Alarms are designed to provide early warning of fires if
located, installed and cared for as described in the user’s manual, and if
smoke reaches the Alarm. If you are unsure which type of unit to install,
refer to NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) 72 (National Fire
Alarm Code) and NFP
A 101 (Life Safety Code). National Fir
e Pr
otection
Association, One Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269-9101.
Local
building codes may also require specific units in new construction
or in dif
fer
ent ar
eas of the home.
SPECIAL COMPLIANCE CONSIDERATIONS
T
his unit alone is not a suitable substitute for complete fire
detection systems in places housing many people—like apartment
b
uildings, condominiums, hotels, motels, dormitories, hospitals,
l
ong-term health care facilities, nursing homes, day care facilities,
or group homes of any kind—even if they were once single-family
h
omes. It is not a suitable substitute for complete fire detection
s
ystems in warehouses, industrial facilities, commercial buildings,
and special-purpose non-residential buildings which require special
f
ire detection and alarm systems. Depending on the building codes
i
n your area, this unit may be used to provide additional protection
in these facilities.
T
he following information applies to all four types of buildings listed
below:
In new construction, most building codes require the use of AC or
A
C/DC powered Smoke Alarms only. AC, AC/DC, or DC powered
Smoke Alarms can be used in existing construction as specified by
local building codes. Refer to NFPA 72 (National Fire Alarm Code) and
N
FPA 101 (Life Safety Code), local building codes, or consult your Fire
Department for detailed fire protection requirements in buildings not
defined as “households.”
1. Single-Family Residence:
S
ingle family home, townhouse. It is recommended this unit be installed
o
n every level of the home, in every bedroom, and in each bedroom
hallway.
2. Multi-Family or Mixed Occupant Residence:
A
partment building, condominium. This unit is suitable for use in individual
a
partments or condos, pr
ovided a primary fire detection system already
exists to meet fire detection requirements in common areas like lobbies,
h
allways, or porches. Using this unit in common areas may not provide
s
ufficient warning to all residents or meet local fire protection ordinances/
regulations.
3
. Institutions:
H
ospitals, day car
e facilities, long-term health care facilities. This unit is
suitable for use in individual patient sleeping/resident rooms, provided
a
primary fire detection system already exists to meet fire detection
r
equirements in common areas like lobbies, hallways, or porches.
U
sing this unit in common areas may not provide sufficient warning
to all residents or meet local fire protection ordinances/regulations.
4. Hotels and Motels:
A
lso boarding houses and dormitories. This unit is suitable for use inside
individual sleeping/resident rooms, provided a primary fire detection
s
ystem already exists to meet fire detection requirements in common
a
reas like lobbies, hallways, or porches. Using this unit in common
areas may not provide sufficient warning to all residents or meet local
f
ire protection ordinances/regulations.
G
ENERAL LIMITATIONS OF SMOKE/CO ALARMS
LIMITED WARRANTY
BRK Brands, Inc., ("BRK") the maker of BRK
®
brand and First Alert
®
brand products, warrants that for a period of five years from the date of purchase,
t
his product will be free from defects in material and workmanship. BRK, at its option, will repair or replace this product or any component of the product
f
ound to be defective during the warranty period. Replacement will be made with a new or re
manufacture
d pro
duct or component. If the product is no
longer available, replacement may be made with a similar product of equal or greater value. This is your exclusive warranty.
This warranty is valid for the original r
etail pur
chaser from the date of initial retail purchase and is not transferable. Keep the original sales receipt.
P
roof of purchase is required to obtain warranty performance. BRK dealers, service centers, or retail stores selling BRK products do not have the right to
a
lter, modify or any way change the terms and conditions of this warranty.
T
his warranty does 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 curr
ent, use contrary to the operating instructions, disassembly
, r
e
pair or alteration by anyone other than BRK or an authorized service center.
F
urther, the warranty does not cover Acts of God, such as fire, flood, hurricanes and tornadoes or any batteries that are included with this unit.
BRK shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by the breach of any express or implied warranty. Except to the extent
prohibited by applicable law, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in duration to the duration of the above
warranty. Some states, provinces or jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long
an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have
other rights that vary from state to state or province to province.
How to Obtain Warranty Service
Service:
If service is required, do not r
eturn the product to your retailer. In order to obtain warranty service, contact the Consumer Affairs Division at
1-800-323-9005, 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM Central Standard Time, Monday through Friday. To assist us in serving you, please have the model number and
date of pur
chase available when calling.
For Warranty Ser
vice return to:
BRK Brands, Inc., 25 Spur Drive, El Paso, TX 79906
Battery: BRK Brands, Inc. make no warranty, express or implied, written or oral, including that of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose
with r
espect to battery
.
O
nce a minute, the alarm sounds 3 “chirps”,
a
nd the gre
en light flashes quickly thre
e times.
M
ALFUNCTION SIGNAL.
U
nit needs to be
r
e
placed. Based on self-diagnostic tests, the
unit has detected a fault.
U
nits under warranty should be returned to
m
anufacture
r for re
placement. See “Limited
Warranty” for details.
The light flashes (GREEN) and the horn sounds
5
“chirps” every minute.
END OF LIFE SIGNAL.
C
O Alarm needs to be replaced.
Immediately replace the CO Alarm.
H
orn "chirps" about once per minute;
G
reen
"
Power/Smoke"
L
ED flashes Green On
for 2 seconds/Off for 2 seconds. (Low Battery
L
atch is engaged.)
L
ow battery warning. Battery is low or missing. Replace the battery.
If your Alar
m
does this... It means... You should...
T
ROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Alarm goes back into alarm after you pressed
t
he Test/Silence button to silence an alarm.
Smoke and/or CO levels are still potentially
d
angerous.
Refer to “If Your Smoke/CO Alarm Sounds” for
d
etails on how to respond to an alarm. If anyone
i
s feeling ill, EVACUATE your home immediately
and call 911.
If you have any questions that cannot be answered by reading this manual, call Consumer Affairs: 1-800-323-9005.
*For a list of acceptable r
eplacement batteries, see “Regular Maintenance.”
A
larm sounds frequently even though no high
l
evels of smoke or CO are revealed in an
investigation.
T
he Alarm may be improperly located. Refer to
“
Where to Install This Alarm.”
R
elocate your alarm. If frequent alarms continue,
h
ave home rechecked for potential problems.
Y
ou may be experiencing an intermittent smoke
o
r CO problem.
For your records, please record:
Date Pur
chased: _______________________________
Where Purchased: __________________________________________
Date Installed: ____________/____________Month/Y
ear
Replace alar
m 5 years after installation. Please write the date in
the space provided:
_____________/____________Month/Y
ear
The alar
m will also pr
ovide an audible End-of-Life Signal
appr
oximately 5 years after installation to remind you to
r
eplace the unit.
The End-of-Life Signal can be silenced for up to 2 days.
Do not unplug the alar
m or r
emove the batteries until you get
replacement.
T
his Smoke/CO Alarm is intended for residential use. It is not intended
f
or use in industrial applications where
Occupational Safety and Health
A
dministration (OSHA) requirements for Carbon Monoxide Alarms must
b
e met. The Smoke Alarm portion of this device is not intended to alert
hearing impair
e
d residents. Special purpose Smoke Alarms should be
i
nstalled for hearing impaired residents (CO Alarms are not yet available
f
or the hearing impaired).
S
moke/CO Alarms may not waken all individuals.
P
ractice the
escape plan at least twice a year, making sure that everyone is involved
–
from kids to grandparents. Allow children to master fire escape
p
lanning and practice before
holding a fire
drill at night when they are
sleeping. If children or others do not readily waken to the sound of the
S
moke/CO Alarm, or if there are infants or family members with mobility
l
imitations, make sure that someone is assigned to assist them in fire
drill and in the event of an emergency. It is recommended that you hold
a
fire drill while family members ar
e sleeping in or
der to determine their
r
esponse to the sound of the Smoke/CO Alarm while sleeping and
to determine whether they may need assistance in the event of an
e
mergency
.
S
moke
/
CO
A
larms cannot work without power.
B
attery operated units
c
annot work if the batteries are
missing, disconnected or dead, if the wro
ng
type of batteries are used, or if the batteries are not installed correctly.
A
C units cannot work if the AC power is cut off for any reason (open fuse
o
r circuit breaker, failure along a power line or at a power station, electrical
fire that burns the electrical wires, etc.). If you are concerned about the
l
imitations of battery or AC power, install both types of units.
T
his Smoke/CO Alarm will not sense smoke or CO that does not
r
each the sensors.
I
t will only sense smoke or CO at the sensor. Smoke
or CO may be present in other areas. Doors or other obstructions may
a
ffect the rate at which CO or smoke reaches the sensors. If bedroom
d
oors are
usually closed at night, we re
commend you install an alarm
device (Combination CO and Smoke Alarm, or separate CO Alarms and
S
moke Alarms) in each bedroom and in the hallway between them.
This Smoke/CO Alar
m
may not sense smoke or CO on another
level of the home.
Example: This alarm device, installed on the second
f
loor, may not sense smoke or CO in the basement. For this reason,
one alarm device may not give adequate early warning. Recommended
minimum protection is one alarm device in every sleeping area, every
b
edro
om, and on every level of your home. Some experts re
commend
battery powered Smoke and CO Alarms be used in conjunction with
interconnected AC powered Smoke Alarms. For details, see “About
S
moke Alarms” for details.
S
moke/CO Alarms may not be heard.
T
he alarm horn loudness
meets or exceeds curr
ent UL standar
d
s of 85 dB at 10 feet (3 meters).
However, if the Smoke/CO Alarm is installed outside the bedroom, it
m
ay not wake up a sound sleeper or one who has recently used drugs
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 Smoke/CO Alarm is not intended for people who are hearing
impaired.
The Alarm may not have time to alarm before the fire itself causes
damage, injury
, or death, since smoke fr
om some fires may not
reach the unit immediately. Examples of this include persons
smoking in bed, children playing with matches, or fires caused
by violent explosions resulting from escaping gas.
This Smoke/CO Alarm is not a substitute for life insurance.
Though this Smoke/CO Alarm warns against increasing CO levels or
the presence of smoke, BRK Brands, Inc. does not warrant or imply in
any way that they will protect lives. Homeowners and r
enters must still
insur
e their lives.
This Smoke/CO Alar
m has a limited life.
Although this Smoke/CO
Alarm and all of its parts have passed many stringent tests and are
designed to be as reliable as possible, any of these parts could fail at
any time. Therefore, you must test this device weekly. The unit should
be replaced immediately if it is not operating properly.
This Smoke/CO Alarm is not foolproof. Like all other electronic
devices, this Smoke/CO Alarm has limitations. It can only detect smoke
or CO that r
eaches the sensors. It may not give early warning of the
sour
ce of smoke or CO is in a r
emote part of the home, away from the
alarm device.
Why is this important? Because you need to be warned of a potential
CO problem while you can still react in time. In many reported cases of
CO exposur
e, victims may be awar
e that they are not feeling well, but
become disoriented and can no longer react well enough to exit the
building or get help. Also, young children and pets may be the first
af
fected. The average healthy adult might not feel any symptoms when
the CO Alarm sounds. However
, people with cardiac or respiratory
problems, infants, unborn babies, pregnant mothers, or elderly people
can be more quickly and severely affected by CO. If you experience
even mild symptoms of CO poisoning, consult your doctor immediately!
FINDING THE SOURCE OF CO AFTER AN ALARM
Carbon monoxide is an odorless, invisible gas, which often makes it
difficult to locate the source of CO after an alarm. These are a few of
the factors that can make it difficult to locate sources of CO:
• House well ventilated before the investigator arrives.
• Problem caused by “backdrafting.”
• Transient CO problem caused by special circumstances.
Because CO may dissipate by the time an investigator arrives, it may
be dif
ficult to locate the sour
ce of CO.
BRK Brands, Inc. shall not be
obligated to pay for any carbon monoxide investigation or service
call.
REGULATORY INFORMATION FOR SMOKE ALARMS
RECOMMENDED LOCATIONS FOR SMOKE ALARMS
I
nstalling Smoke Alarms in Single-Family Residences
T
he National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), recommends one
Smoke Alarm on every floor, in every sleeping area, and in every bed-
room. In new construction, the Smoke Alarms must be AC powered and
i
nterconnected. See “Agency Placement Recommendations” for details.
For additional coverage, it is recommended that you install a Smoke
Alarm in all rooms, halls, storage areas, finished attics, and basements,
w
here temperatures normally remain between 40˚ F (4˚ C) and 100˚ F
(38˚ C). Make sure no door or other obstruction could keep smoke from
reaching the Smoke Alarms.
More specifically, install Smoke Alarms:
•
On every level of your home, including finished attics and basements.
• Inside every bedroom, especially if people sleep with the door partly
o
r completely closed.
•
In the hall near every sleeping area. If your home has multiple
s
leeping areas, install a unit in each. If a hall is more than 40 feet
long (12 meters), install a unit at each end.
• At the top of the first-to-second floor stairway, and at the bottom of
the basement stairway.
S
pecific requirements for Smoke Alarm installation vary from state to
state and from region to region. Check with your local Fire Department
for current requirements in your area.
It is recommended AC or AC/DC
u
nits be interconnected for added protection.
INSTALLING SMOKE ALARMS IN MOBILE HOMES &
RVS
For minimum security install one Smoke Alarm as close to each sleeping
a
re
a as possible. For more security, put one unit in each room. Many
o
lder mobile homes (especially those built before 1978) have little or no
insulation. If your mobile home is not well insulated, or if you are unsure
o
f the amount of insulation, it is important to install units on inside walls
o
nly. Smoke Alarms should be installed where temperatures normally
remain between 40˚ F (4˚ C) and 100˚ F (38˚ C).
WARNING: Test units
u
sed in RV
s after the vehicle has been in storage, before every trip,
a
nd once a week while in use. Failure to test units used in RVs as
described may remove your protection.
T
his equipment should be installed in accordance with NFPA (National
Fire Protection Association) 72 and 101. National Fire Protection
A
ssociation, One Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269-9101.
A
dditional
l
ocal building and regulatory codes may apply in your area. Always
check compliance r
equirements before beginning any installation.
AGENCY PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS
S
tandards:
U
nderwriters Laboratories Inc. Single and Multiple Station
S
moke Alarms 217.
NFPA 72 (National Fire Code) Chapter 11
“
For your information, the National Fire Protection Association's
S
tandard
72, re
ads as follows:”
“
11.5.1 One- and Tw
o-Family Dwelling Units.”
“
11.5.1.1 Smoke Detection.
W
here
required by applicable laws, codes,
or standar
ds for the specified occupancy
, appr
o
ved single- and multiple-
s
tation Smoke Alarms shall be installed as follows: (1) In all sleeping
r
ooms. Exception: Smoke Alarms shall not be required in sleeping rooms
in existing one- and two-family dwelling units. (2) Outside of each
s
eparate sleeping are
a, in immediate vicinity of the sleeping rooms.
(3) On each level of the dwelling unit, including basements. Exception:
In existing one- and two family dwelling units, appr
oved Smoke Alarms
p
owered by batteries are permitted.”
“
A.11.8.3 Are More Smoke Alarms Desirable?
T
he required number of Smoke Alarms might not provide reliable early
warning protection for those areas separated by a door from the areas
p
rotected by the r
equir
ed Smoke Alarms. For this r
eason, it is r
ecom-
mended that the householder consider the use of additional Smoke
Alarms for those areas for increased protection. The additional areas
i
nclude the basement, bedrooms, dining room, furnace room, utility
r
o
om, and hallways not pro
tected by the required Smoke Alarms. The
installation of Smoke Alarms in kitchens, unfinished attics, or garages is
n
ot normally re
commended, as these locations occasionally experience
conditions that can result in improper operation.”
Califor
nia State Fire Marshal (CSFM)
Early warning detection is best achieved by the installation of fire
detection equipment in all rooms and areas of the household as follows:
A Smoke Alarm installed in each separate sleeping area (in the vicinity,
but outside bedrooms), and Heat or Smoke Alarms in the living rooms,
dining rooms, bedrooms, kitchens, hallways, finished attics, furnace
rooms, closets, utility and storage rooms, basements, and attached
garages.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Fire Safety Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-4
Where To Install This Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Where This Alarm Should Not Be Installed
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2
Befor
e You Begin Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
How T
o Install This Smoke/CO Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4
Using the Optional Locking Featur
es . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4
How Y
our Smoke/CO Alarm Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
What You Will See and Hear With This Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
If Y
our Smoke/CO Alar
m Sounds
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5-6
What To Do if CO is Detected . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
What To Do if Smoke is Detected . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Using the Silence Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Latching Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Weekly Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Regular Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
What You Need To Know About CO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-8
What is CO? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Symptoms of CO Poisoning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Finding the Sour
ce of CO After an Alarm
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Potential Sources of CO in the Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
How Can I Pr
otect My Family From CO Poisoning? . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Regulator
y Infor
mation For Smoke/CO Alar
ms
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8-10
Regulatory Information for CO Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Regulatory Information for Smoke Alarms
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9
About Smoke Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Special Compliance Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
General Limitations Of Smoke/CO Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-12
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-12
7 8
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onics
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egister
ed trademark of BRK
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egister
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rust.
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W
EEKLY TESTING
• NEVER use an open flame of any kind to test this unit. You
m
ight accidentally damage or set fire to the unit or to your
h
ome. The built-in test switch accurately tests the unit’s
operation as required by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL).
N
EVER use vehicle exhaust! Exhaust may cause permanent
d
amage and voids your warranty.
• DO NOT stand close to the Alarm when the horn is sounding.
E
xposure at close range may be harmful to your hearing.
When testing, step away when horn starts sounding.
It is important to test this unit every week to make sure it is working
p
roperly. Using the test button is the recommended way to test this
Smoke/CO Alarm.
1. Push and hold the Test/Silence button on the cover until you hear a
“
chirp.” The “chirp” marks the start of the self-test sequence.
2. During testing, you will hear a loud, repeating horn pattern: 3 beeps,
p
ause, 3 beeps, pause, while the red smoke LED flashes. Then you
will hear a loud, repeating horn pattern: 4 beeps, pause, 4 beeps,
pause, while the red CO LED flashes.
If the Smoke/CO Alarm does not test properly:
1
. Make sure the battery is fresh and installed correctly.
2. Be sure the alarm is clean and dust-free.
3. Test the unit again.
I
f the Smoke/CO Alarm is still not working properly, replace it immediately.
Refer to the “Limited Warranty” at the end of this manual.
I
f there is still a problem, do not try to fix the Alarm yourself.
This will void your warranty!
REGULAR MAINTENANCE
Use only the r
eplacement batteries listed below. The unit may not
o
perate properly with other batteries. Never use rechargeable
b
atteries since they may not provide a constant charge.
T
his unit has been designed to be as maintenance-free as possible, but
t
here are a few simple things you must do to keep it working properly:
•
Test it at least once a week.
•
Clean the Smoke/CO Alarm at least once a month; gently vacuum
the outside of the Smoke/CO Alarm using your household vacuum’s
s
oft brush attachment. Test the Smoke/CO Alarm. Never use water,
c
leaners or solvents since they may damage the unit.
•
If the Smoke/CO Alarm becomes contaminated by excessive dirt,
d
ust and/or grime, and cannot be cleaned to avoid unwanted
a
larms, replace the unit immediately.
•
Relocate the unit if it sounds frequent unwanted alarms. See “Where
This Alarm Should Not Be Installed” for details.
•
When the battery becomes weak, the Alarm will “chirp” about once
a
minute (the low battery warning). This warning should last 7 days,
but you should replace the battery immediately to continue your
p
rotection.
T
his Alarm must have battery power to operate.
I
f the battery
is dead or missing, the Alarm cannot operate.
DO NOT spray cleaning chemicals or insect sprays directly on or near
t
he Alarm. DO NOT paint over the Alarm. Doing so may permanently
d
amage the Alarm
.
C
HOOSING A REPLACEMENT BAT
TERY
:
This Smoke/CO Alarm r
equir
es one standar
d 9V alkaline battery
.
The
f
ollowing alkaline batteries are acceptable as replacements: Duracell
#MN1604 or MX1604; Eveready “Energizer” 522. You can also use an
Ultralife 9V lithium battery #U9VL for longer service life between battery
c
hanges.
T
hese batteries are
available at many local re
tail stores.
Actual battery service life depends on the Smoke/CO Alarm and the
e
nvironment in which it is installed. All the batteries specified above
a
re
acceptable re
placement batteries for this unit. Regard
less of the
manufacturer’s suggested battery life, you MUST replace the battery
i
mmediately once the unit starts “chirping” (the “low battery warning”).
WHA
T YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CO
WHAT IS CO?
CO is an invisible, odorless, tasteless gas produced when fossil fuels
d
o not burn completely
, or ar
e exposed to heat (usually fir
e). Electrical
a
ppliances typically do not produce CO.
These fuels include: Wood, coal, charcoal, oil, natural gas, gasoline,
ker
osene, and pr
opane.
Common appliances ar
e often sour
ces of CO. If they are not properly
m
aintained, are improperly ventilated, or malfunction, CO levels can rise
quickly
. CO is a real danger now that homes are more energy efficient.
“Air
-tight” homes with added insulation, sealed windows, and other
w
eatherproofing can “trap” CO inside.
SYMPTOMS OF CO POISONING
These symptoms are related to CO POISONING and should be
d
iscussed with ALL household members.
M
ild Exposure
:
S
light headache, nausea, vomiting, fatigue (“flu-like”
symptoms).
Medium Exposure: Throbbing headache, drowsiness, confusion, fast
heart rate.
Extreme Exposure: Convulsions, unconsciousness, heart and lung
failur
e. Exposure to Carbon Monoxide can cause brain damage, death.
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.
POTENTIAL SOURCES OF CO IN THE HOME
Fuel-burning appliances like: portable heater, gas or wood burning
fireplace, gas kitchen range or cooktop, gas clothes dryer.
D
amaged or insufficient venting:
c
orroded or disconnected water
h
eater vent pipe, leaking chimney pipe or flue, or cracked heat
exchanger, blocked or clogged chimney opening.
I
mproper use of appliance/device:
o
perating a barbecue grill or
v
ehicle in an enclosed area (like a garage or screened porch).
Transient CO Problems: “transient” or on-again-off-again CO problems
can be caused by outdoor conditions and other special circumstances.
T
he following conditions can result in transient CO situations:
1. Excessive spillage or reverse venting of fuel appliances caused by
o
utdoor conditions such as:
•
W
ind direction and/or velocity, including high, gusty winds. Heavy
air in the vent pipes (cold/humid air with extended periods
b
etween cycles).
• Negative pressure differential resulting from the use of exhaust
f
ans.
•
Several appliances running at the same time competing for limited
f
resh air.
• Vent pipe connections vibrating loose from clothes dryers,
furnaces, or water heaters.
•
Obstructions in or unconventional vent pipe designs which can
a
mplify the above situations.
2
. Extended operation of unvented fuel burning devices (range, oven,
f
ireplace).
3. Temperature inversions, which can trap exhaust close to the ground.
4. Car idling in an open or closed attached garage, or near a home.
T
hese conditions are dangerous because they can trap exhaust in your
h
ome. Since these conditions can come and go, they are also hard to
recreate during a CO investigation.
HOW CAN I PROTECT MY FAMILY FROM CO
POISONING?
A
CO Alarm is an excellent means of protection. It monitors the air
and sounds a loud alarm before Carbon Monoxide levels become
t
hreatening for average, healthy adults.
A
CO Alarm is not a substitute for proper maintenance of home
appliances.
T
o help prevent CO problems and reduce the risk of CO poisoning:
• Clean chimneys and flues yearly. Keep them free of debris, leaves,
a
nd nests for proper air flow. Also, have a professional check for
r
ust and corrosion, cracks, or separations. These conditions can
pr
event pr
oper air movement and cause backdrafting. Never “cap”
o
r cover a chimney in any way that would block air flow.
•
T
e
st and maintain all fuel-burn
ing equipment annually. Many local
g
as or oil companies and HVAC companies offer appliance
i
nspections for a nominal fee.
•
Make regular visual inspections of all fuel-burning appliances.
C
heck appliances 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
C
O may be pre
sent. Keep the blower door on the furn
ace closed.
Use vents or fans when they are available on all fuel-burning
a
ppliances. Make sure appliances are vented to the outside. Do
n
ot grill or barbecue indoors, or in garages or on scre
en porc
hes.
• Check for exhaust backflow from CO sources. Check the draft
h
ood on an operating furn
ace for a backdraft. Look for cracks on
furnace heat exchangers.
•
Check the house or garage on the other side of shared wall.
• Keep windows and doors open slightly. If you suspect that CO
is escaping into your home, open a window or a door. Opening
w
indows and doors can significantly decre
ase CO levels.
In addition, familiarize yourself with all enclosed materials. Read
t
his manual in its entirety
, and make sur
e you understand what to
d
o if your CO Alarm
sounds.
REGULATORY INFORMATION FOR
SMOKE/CO ALARMS
REGULATORY
INFORMATION FOR CO ALARMS
WHAT LEVELS OF CO CAUSE AN ALARM?
Underwriters Laboratories Inc. Standard UL2034 requires residential CO
A
larms to sound when exposed to levels of CO and exposure times as
described below
. They ar
e
measure
d in parts per million (ppm) of CO
over time (in minutes).
UL2034 Requir
ed Alarm Points*:
• If the alarm is exposed to 400 ppm of CO, IT MUST ALARM
BETWEEN 4 and 15 MINUTES.
•
If the alarm is exposed to 150 ppm of CO, IT MUST ALARM
BETWEEN 10 and 50 MINUTES.
• If the alarm is exposed to 70 ppm if CO, IT MUST ALARM
BETWEEN 60 and 240 MINUTES.
* Approximately 10% COHb exposure at levels of 10% to 95% Relative
Humidity (RH).
The unit is designed not to alarm when exposed to a constant level
of 30 ppm for 30 days.
CO Alarms ar
e designed to alarm before there is an immediate life threat.
Since you cannot see or smell CO, never assume it’s not present.
•
An exposure to 100 ppm of CO for 20 minutes may not affect
average, healthy adults, but after 4 hours the same level may
cause headaches.
• An exposure to 400 ppm of CO may cause headaches in average,
healthy adults after 35 minutes, but can cause death after 2 hours.
Standards: Underwriters Laboratories Inc. Single and Multiple Station
carbon monoxide alarms UL2034.
Accor
ding to Underwriters Laboratories Inc. UL2034, Section 1-1.2:
“Carbon monoxide alarms covered by these requirements are intended
to respond to the presence of carbon monoxide from sources such as,
but not limited to, exhaust fr
om inter
nal-combustion engines, abnormal
operation of fuel-fired appliances, and fireplaces. CO Alarms are
intended to alarm at carbon monoxide levels below those that could
cause a loss of ability to react to the dangers of Carbon Monoxide
exposure.” This CO Alarm monitors the air at the Alarm, and is
designed to alarm before CO levels become life threatening. This
allows you precious time to leave the house and correct the problem.
This is only possible if Alarms are located, installed, and maintained as
described in this manual.
Gas Detection at Typical Temperature and Humidity Ranges: The CO
Alarm is not formulated to detect CO levels below 30 ppm typically.
Audible Alarm: 85dB minimum at 10 feet (3 meters).
ABOUT SMOKE ALARMS
Battery (DC) operated Smoke Alarms: Provide protection even when
electricity fails, provided the batteries are fresh and correctly installed.
Units ar
e easy to install, and do not r
equire pr
ofessional installation.
However, they do not provide interconnected functionality.
AC powered Smoke Alarms: Can be interconnected so if one unit
senses smoke, all units alarm. They do not operate if electricity fails.
AC with battery (DC) back-up: will operate if electricity fails, provided
the batteries are fresh and correctly installed. AC and AC/DC units
must be installed by a qualified electrician.
W
ireless Interconnected Alarms:
Offer the same interconnected
functionality as with hardwired alarms, without wires. Units are easy
to install and do not require professional installation. They provide
protection even when electricity fails, provided the batteries are fresh
and correctly installed.
Smoke Alar
ms for Solar or Wind Energy users and battery backup
power systems: AC powered Smoke Alarms should only be operated
with true or pure sine wave inverters. Operating this Smoke Alarm with
most battery-powered UPS (uninterruptible power supply) products or
square wave or “quasi sine wave” inverters
will damage the Alarm.
If you are not sure about your inverter or UPS type, please consult with
the manufacturer to verify.
Smoke Alarms for the hearing impaired: Special purpose Smoke
Alarms should be installed for the hearing impair
ed. They include a
visual alarm and an audible alarm hor
n, and meet the requirements of
the Americans With Disabilities Act. These units can be inter
connected
so if one unit senses smoke, all units alarm.
Smoke alarms are not to be used with detector guards unless the
combination has been evaluated and found suitable for that purpose.
All these Smoke Alarms are designed to provide early warning of fires if
located, installed and cared for as described in the user’s manual, and if
smoke reaches the Alarm. If you are unsure which type of unit to install,
refer to NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) 72 (National Fire
Alarm Code) and NFP
A 101 (Life Safety Code). National Fir
e Pr
otection
Association, One Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269-9101.
Local
building codes may also require specific units in new construction
or in dif
fer
ent ar
eas of the home.
SPECIAL COMPLIANCE CONSIDERATIONS
T
his unit alone is not a suitable substitute for complete fire
detection systems in places housing many people—like apartment
b
uildings, condominiums, hotels, motels, dormitories, hospitals,
l
ong-term health care facilities, nursing homes, day care facilities,
or group homes of any kind—even if they were once single-family
h
omes. It is not a suitable substitute for complete fire detection
s
ystems in warehouses, industrial facilities, commercial buildings,
and special-purpose non-residential buildings which require special
f
ire detection and alarm systems. Depending on the building codes
i
n your area, this unit may be used to provide additional protection
in these facilities.
T
he following information applies to all four types of buildings listed
below:
In new construction, most building codes require the use of AC or
A
C/DC powered Smoke Alarms only. AC, AC/DC, or DC powered
Smoke Alarms can be used in existing construction as specified by
local building codes. Refer to NFPA 72 (National Fire Alarm Code) and
N
FPA 101 (Life Safety Code), local building codes, or consult your Fire
Department for detailed fire protection requirements in buildings not
defined as “households.”
1. Single-Family Residence:
S
ingle family home, townhouse. It is recommended this unit be installed
o
n every level of the home, in every bedroom, and in each bedroom
hallway.
2. Multi-Family or Mixed Occupant Residence:
A
partment building, condominium. This unit is suitable for use in individual
a
partments or condos, pr
ovided a primary fire detection system already
exists to meet fire detection requirements in common areas like lobbies,
h
allways, or porches. Using this unit in common areas may not provide
s
ufficient warning to all residents or meet local fire protection ordinances/
regulations.
3
. Institutions:
H
ospitals, day car
e facilities, long-term health care facilities. This unit is
suitable for use in individual patient sleeping/resident rooms, provided
a
primary fire detection system already exists to meet fire detection
r
equirements in common areas like lobbies, hallways, or porches.
U
sing this unit in common areas may not provide sufficient warning
to all residents or meet local fire protection ordinances/regulations.
4. Hotels and Motels:
A
lso boarding houses and dormitories. This unit is suitable for use inside
individual sleeping/resident rooms, provided a primary fire detection
s
ystem already exists to meet fire detection requirements in common
a
reas like lobbies, hallways, or porches. Using this unit in common
areas may not provide sufficient warning to all residents or meet local
f
ire protection ordinances/regulations.
G
ENERAL LIMITATIONS OF SMOKE/CO ALARMS
LIMITED WARRANTY
BRK Brands, Inc., ("BRK") the maker of BRK
®
brand and First Alert
®
brand products, warrants that for a period of five years from the date of purchase,
t
his product will be free from defects in material and workmanship. BRK, at its option, will repair or replace this product or any component of the product
f
ound to be defective during the warranty period. Replacement will be made with a new or re
manufacture
d pro
duct or component. If the product is no
longer available, replacement may be made with a similar product of equal or greater value. This is your exclusive warranty.
This warranty is valid for the original r
etail pur
chaser from the date of initial retail purchase and is not transferable. Keep the original sales receipt.
P
roof of purchase is required to obtain warranty performance. BRK dealers, service centers, or retail stores selling BRK products do not have the right to
a
lter, modify or any way change the terms and conditions of this warranty.
T
his warranty does 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 curr
ent, use contrary to the operating instructions, disassembly
, r
e
pair or alteration by anyone other than BRK or an authorized service center.
F
urther, the warranty does not cover Acts of God, such as fire, flood, hurricanes and tornadoes or any batteries that are included with this unit.
BRK shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by the breach of any express or implied warranty. Except to the extent
prohibited by applicable law, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in duration to the duration of the above
warranty. Some states, provinces or jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long
an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have
other rights that vary from state to state or province to province.
How to Obtain Warranty Service
Service:
If service is required, do not r
eturn the product to your retailer. In order to obtain warranty service, contact the Consumer Affairs Division at
1-800-323-9005, 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM Central Standard Time, Monday through Friday. To assist us in serving you, please have the model number and
date of pur
chase available when calling.
For Warranty Ser
vice return to:
BRK Brands, Inc., 25 Spur Drive, El Paso, TX 79906
Battery: BRK Brands, Inc. make no warranty, express or implied, written or oral, including that of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose
with r
espect to battery
.
O
nce a minute, the alarm sounds 3 “chirps”,
a
nd the gre
en light flashes quickly thre
e times.
M
ALFUNCTION SIGNAL.
U
nit needs to be
r
e
placed. Based on self-diagnostic tests, the
unit has detected a fault.
U
nits under warranty should be returned to
m
anufacture
r for re
placement. See “Limited
Warranty” for details.
The light flashes (GREEN) and the horn sounds
5
“chirps” every minute.
END OF LIFE SIGNAL.
C
O Alarm needs to be replaced.
Immediately replace the CO Alarm.
H
orn "chirps" about once per minute;
G
reen
"
Power/Smoke"
L
ED flashes Green On
for 2 seconds/Off for 2 seconds. (Low Battery
L
atch is engaged.)
L
ow battery warning. Battery is low or missing. Replace the battery.
If your Alar
m
does this... It means... You should...
T
ROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Alarm goes back into alarm after you pressed
t
he Test/Silence button to silence an alarm.
Smoke and/or CO levels are still potentially
d
angerous.
Refer to “If Your Smoke/CO Alarm Sounds” for
d
etails on how to respond to an alarm. If anyone
i
s feeling ill, EVACUATE your home immediately
and call 911.
If you have any questions that cannot be answered by reading this manual, call Consumer Affairs: 1-800-323-9005.
*For a list of acceptable r
eplacement batteries, see “Regular Maintenance.”
A
larm sounds frequently even though no high
l
evels of smoke or CO are revealed in an
investigation.
T
he Alarm may be improperly located. Refer to
“
Where to Install This Alarm.”
R
elocate your alarm. If frequent alarms continue,
h
ave home rechecked for potential problems.
Y
ou may be experiencing an intermittent smoke
o
r CO problem.
For your records, please record:
Date Pur
chased: _______________________________
Where Purchased: __________________________________________
Date Installed: ____________/____________Month/Y
ear
Replace alar
m 5 years after installation. Please write the date in
the space provided:
_____________/____________Month/Y
ear
The alar
m will also pr
ovide an audible End-of-Life Signal
appr
oximately 5 years after installation to remind you to
r
eplace the unit.
The End-of-Life Signal can be silenced for up to 2 days.
Do not unplug the alar
m or r
emove the batteries until you get
replacement.
T
his Smoke/CO Alarm is intended for residential use. It is not intended
f
or use in industrial applications where
Occupational Safety and Health
A
dministration (OSHA) requirements for Carbon Monoxide Alarms must
b
e met. The Smoke Alarm portion of this device is not intended to alert
hearing impair
e
d residents. Special purpose Smoke Alarms should be
i
nstalled for hearing impaired residents (CO Alarms are not yet available
f
or the hearing impaired).
S
moke/CO Alarms may not waken all individuals.
P
ractice the
escape plan at least twice a year, making sure that everyone is involved
–
from kids to grandparents. Allow children to master fire escape
p
lanning and practice before
holding a fire
drill at night when they are
sleeping. If children or others do not readily waken to the sound of the
S
moke/CO Alarm, or if there are infants or family members with mobility
l
imitations, make sure that someone is assigned to assist them in fire
drill and in the event of an emergency. It is recommended that you hold
a
fire drill while family members ar
e sleeping in or
der to determine their
r
esponse to the sound of the Smoke/CO Alarm while sleeping and
to determine whether they may need assistance in the event of an
e
mergency
.
S
moke
/
CO
A
larms cannot work without power.
B
attery operated units
c
annot work if the batteries are
missing, disconnected or dead, if the wro
ng
type of batteries are used, or if the batteries are not installed correctly.
A
C units cannot work if the AC power is cut off for any reason (open fuse
o
r circuit breaker, failure along a power line or at a power station, electrical
fire that burns the electrical wires, etc.). If you are concerned about the
l
imitations of battery or AC power, install both types of units.
T
his Smoke/CO Alarm will not sense smoke or CO that does not
r
each the sensors.
I
t will only sense smoke or CO at the sensor. Smoke
or CO may be present in other areas. Doors or other obstructions may
a
ffect the rate at which CO or smoke reaches the sensors. If bedroom
d
oors are
usually closed at night, we re
commend you install an alarm
device (Combination CO and Smoke Alarm, or separate CO Alarms and
S
moke Alarms) in each bedroom and in the hallway between them.
This Smoke/CO Alar
m
may not sense smoke or CO on another
level of the home.
Example: This alarm device, installed on the second
f
loor, may not sense smoke or CO in the basement. For this reason,
one alarm device may not give adequate early warning. Recommended
minimum protection is one alarm device in every sleeping area, every
b
edro
om, and on every level of your home. Some experts re
commend
battery powered Smoke and CO Alarms be used in conjunction with
interconnected AC powered Smoke Alarms. For details, see “About
S
moke Alarms” for details.
S
moke/CO Alarms may not be heard.
T
he alarm horn loudness
meets or exceeds curr
ent UL standar
d
s of 85 dB at 10 feet (3 meters).
However, if the Smoke/CO Alarm is installed outside the bedroom, it
m
ay not wake up a sound sleeper or one who has recently used drugs
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 Smoke/CO Alarm is not intended for people who are hearing
impaired.
The Alarm may not have time to alarm before the fire itself causes
damage, injury
, or death, since smoke fr
om some fires may not
reach the unit immediately. Examples of this include persons
smoking in bed, children playing with matches, or fires caused
by violent explosions resulting from escaping gas.
This Smoke/CO Alarm is not a substitute for life insurance.
Though this Smoke/CO Alarm warns against increasing CO levels or
the presence of smoke, BRK Brands, Inc. does not warrant or imply in
any way that they will protect lives. Homeowners and r
enters must still
insur
e their lives.
This Smoke/CO Alar
m has a limited life.
Although this Smoke/CO
Alarm and all of its parts have passed many stringent tests and are
designed to be as reliable as possible, any of these parts could fail at
any time. Therefore, you must test this device weekly. The unit should
be replaced immediately if it is not operating properly.
This Smoke/CO Alarm is not foolproof. Like all other electronic
devices, this Smoke/CO Alarm has limitations. It can only detect smoke
or CO that r
eaches the sensors. It may not give early warning of the
sour
ce of smoke or CO is in a r
emote part of the home, away from the
alarm device.
Why is this important? Because you need to be warned of a potential
CO problem while you can still react in time. In many reported cases of
CO exposur
e, victims may be awar
e that they are not feeling well, but
become disoriented and can no longer react well enough to exit the
building or get help. Also, young children and pets may be the first
af
fected. The average healthy adult might not feel any symptoms when
the CO Alarm sounds. However
, people with cardiac or respiratory
problems, infants, unborn babies, pregnant mothers, or elderly people
can be more quickly and severely affected by CO. If you experience
even mild symptoms of CO poisoning, consult your doctor immediately!
FINDING THE SOURCE OF CO AFTER AN ALARM
Carbon monoxide is an odorless, invisible gas, which often makes it
difficult to locate the source of CO after an alarm. These are a few of
the factors that can make it difficult to locate sources of CO:
• House well ventilated before the investigator arrives.
• Problem caused by “backdrafting.”
• Transient CO problem caused by special circumstances.
Because CO may dissipate by the time an investigator arrives, it may
be dif
ficult to locate the sour
ce of CO.
BRK Brands, Inc. shall not be
obligated to pay for any carbon monoxide investigation or service
call.
REGULATORY INFORMATION FOR SMOKE ALARMS
RECOMMENDED LOCATIONS FOR SMOKE ALARMS
I
nstalling Smoke Alarms in Single-Family Residences
T
he National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), recommends one
Smoke Alarm on every floor, in every sleeping area, and in every bed-
room. In new construction, the Smoke Alarms must be AC powered and
i
nterconnected. See “Agency Placement Recommendations” for details.
For additional coverage, it is recommended that you install a Smoke
Alarm in all rooms, halls, storage areas, finished attics, and basements,
w
here temperatures normally remain between 40˚ F (4˚ C) and 100˚ F
(38˚ C). Make sure no door or other obstruction could keep smoke from
reaching the Smoke Alarms.
More specifically, install Smoke Alarms:
•
On every level of your home, including finished attics and basements.
• Inside every bedroom, especially if people sleep with the door partly
o
r completely closed.
•
In the hall near every sleeping area. If your home has multiple
s
leeping areas, install a unit in each. If a hall is more than 40 feet
long (12 meters), install a unit at each end.
• At the top of the first-to-second floor stairway, and at the bottom of
the basement stairway.
S
pecific requirements for Smoke Alarm installation vary from state to
state and from region to region. Check with your local Fire Department
for current requirements in your area.
It is recommended AC or AC/DC
u
nits be interconnected for added protection.
INSTALLING SMOKE ALARMS IN MOBILE HOMES &
RVS
For minimum security install one Smoke Alarm as close to each sleeping
a
re
a as possible. For more security, put one unit in each room. Many
o
lder mobile homes (especially those built before 1978) have little or no
insulation. If your mobile home is not well insulated, or if you are unsure
o
f the amount of insulation, it is important to install units on inside walls
o
nly. Smoke Alarms should be installed where temperatures normally
remain between 40˚ F (4˚ C) and 100˚ F (38˚ C).
WARNING: Test units
u
sed in RV
s after the vehicle has been in storage, before every trip,
a
nd once a week while in use. Failure to test units used in RVs as
described may remove your protection.
T
his equipment should be installed in accordance with NFPA (National
Fire Protection Association) 72 and 101. National Fire Protection
A
ssociation, One Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269-9101.
A
dditional
l
ocal building and regulatory codes may apply in your area. Always
check compliance r
equirements before beginning any installation.
AGENCY PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS
S
tandards:
U
nderwriters Laboratories Inc. Single and Multiple Station
S
moke Alarms 217.
NFPA 72 (National Fire Code) Chapter 11
“
For your information, the National Fire Protection Association's
S
tandard
72, re
ads as follows:”
“
11.5.1 One- and Tw
o-Family Dwelling Units.”
“
11.5.1.1 Smoke Detection.
W
here
required by applicable laws, codes,
or standar
ds for the specified occupancy
, appr
o
ved single- and multiple-
s
tation Smoke Alarms shall be installed as follows: (1) In all sleeping
r
ooms. Exception: Smoke Alarms shall not be required in sleeping rooms
in existing one- and two-family dwelling units. (2) Outside of each
s
eparate sleeping are
a, in immediate vicinity of the sleeping rooms.
(3) On each level of the dwelling unit, including basements. Exception:
In existing one- and two family dwelling units, appr
oved Smoke Alarms
p
owered by batteries are permitted.”
“
A.11.8.3 Are More Smoke Alarms Desirable?
T
he required number of Smoke Alarms might not provide reliable early
warning protection for those areas separated by a door from the areas
p
rotected by the r
equir
ed Smoke Alarms. For this r
eason, it is r
ecom-
mended that the householder consider the use of additional Smoke
Alarms for those areas for increased protection. The additional areas
i
nclude the basement, bedrooms, dining room, furnace room, utility
r
o
om, and hallways not pro
tected by the required Smoke Alarms. The
installation of Smoke Alarms in kitchens, unfinished attics, or garages is
n
ot normally re
commended, as these locations occasionally experience
conditions that can result in improper operation.”
Califor
nia State Fire Marshal (CSFM)
Early warning detection is best achieved by the installation of fire
detection equipment in all rooms and areas of the household as follows:
A Smoke Alarm installed in each separate sleeping area (in the vicinity,
but outside bedrooms), and Heat or Smoke Alarms in the living rooms,
dining rooms, bedrooms, kitchens, hallways, finished attics, furnace
rooms, closets, utility and storage rooms, basements, and attached
garages.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Fire Safety Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-4
Where To Install This Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Where This Alarm Should Not Be Installed
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2
Befor
e You Begin Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
How T
o Install This Smoke/CO Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4
Using the Optional Locking Featur
es . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4
How Y
our Smoke/CO Alarm Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
What You Will See and Hear With This Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
If Y
our Smoke/CO Alar
m Sounds
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5-6
What To Do if CO is Detected . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
What To Do if Smoke is Detected . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Using the Silence Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Latching Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Weekly Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Regular Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
What You Need To Know About CO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-8
What is CO? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Symptoms of CO Poisoning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Finding the Sour
ce of CO After an Alarm
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Potential Sources of CO in the Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
How Can I Pr
otect My Family From CO Poisoning? . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Regulator
y Infor
mation For Smoke/CO Alar
ms
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8-10
Regulatory Information for CO Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Regulatory Information for Smoke Alarms
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9
About Smoke Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Special Compliance Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
General Limitations Of Smoke/CO Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-12
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-12
7 8
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BRK
Electr
onics
®
is a r
egister
ed trademark of BRK
Brands, Inc.
First Alert
®
is a r
egister
ed trademark of the First Alert T
rust.
9 10 11 12
W
EEKLY TESTING
• NEVER use an open flame of any kind to test this unit. You
m
ight accidentally damage or set fire to the unit or to your
h
ome. The built-in test switch accurately tests the unit’s
operation as required by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL).
N
EVER use vehicle exhaust! Exhaust may cause permanent
d
amage and voids your warranty.
• DO NOT stand close to the Alarm when the horn is sounding.
E
xposure at close range may be harmful to your hearing.
When testing, step away when horn starts sounding.
It is important to test this unit every week to make sure it is working
p
roperly. Using the test button is the recommended way to test this
Smoke/CO Alarm.
1. Push and hold the Test/Silence button on the cover until you hear a
“
chirp.” The “chirp” marks the start of the self-test sequence.
2. During testing, you will hear a loud, repeating horn pattern: 3 beeps,
p
ause, 3 beeps, pause, while the red smoke LED flashes. Then you
will hear a loud, repeating horn pattern: 4 beeps, pause, 4 beeps,
pause, while the red CO LED flashes.
If the Smoke/CO Alarm does not test properly:
1
. Make sure the battery is fresh and installed correctly.
2. Be sure the alarm is clean and dust-free.
3. Test the unit again.
I
f the Smoke/CO Alarm is still not working properly, replace it immediately.
Refer to the “Limited Warranty” at the end of this manual.
I
f there is still a problem, do not try to fix the Alarm yourself.
This will void your warranty!
REGULAR MAINTENANCE
Use only the r
eplacement batteries listed below. The unit may not
o
perate properly with other batteries. Never use rechargeable
b
atteries since they may not provide a constant charge.
T
his unit has been designed to be as maintenance-free as possible, but
t
here are a few simple things you must do to keep it working properly:
•
Test it at least once a week.
•
Clean the Smoke/CO Alarm at least once a month; gently vacuum
the outside of the Smoke/CO Alarm using your household vacuum’s
s
oft brush attachment. Test the Smoke/CO Alarm. Never use water,
c
leaners or solvents since they may damage the unit.
•
If the Smoke/CO Alarm becomes contaminated by excessive dirt,
d
ust and/or grime, and cannot be cleaned to avoid unwanted
a
larms, replace the unit immediately.
•
Relocate the unit if it sounds frequent unwanted alarms. See “Where
This Alarm Should Not Be Installed” for details.
•
When the battery becomes weak, the Alarm will “chirp” about once
a
minute (the low battery warning). This warning should last 7 days,
but you should replace the battery immediately to continue your
p
rotection.
T
his Alarm must have battery power to operate.
I
f the battery
is dead or missing, the Alarm cannot operate.
DO NOT spray cleaning chemicals or insect sprays directly on or near
t
he Alarm. DO NOT paint over the Alarm. Doing so may permanently
d
amage the Alarm
.
C
HOOSING A REPLACEMENT BAT
TERY
:
This Smoke/CO Alarm r
equir
es one standar
d 9V alkaline battery
.
The
f
ollowing alkaline batteries are acceptable as replacements: Duracell
#MN1604 or MX1604; Eveready “Energizer” 522. You can also use an
Ultralife 9V lithium battery #U9VL for longer service life between battery
c
hanges.
T
hese batteries are
available at many local re
tail stores.
Actual battery service life depends on the Smoke/CO Alarm and the
e
nvironment in which it is installed. All the batteries specified above
a
re
acceptable re
placement batteries for this unit. Regard
less of the
manufacturer’s suggested battery life, you MUST replace the battery
i
mmediately once the unit starts “chirping” (the “low battery warning”).
WHA
T YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CO
WHAT IS CO?
CO is an invisible, odorless, tasteless gas produced when fossil fuels
d
o not burn completely
, or ar
e exposed to heat (usually fir
e). Electrical
a
ppliances typically do not produce CO.
These fuels include: Wood, coal, charcoal, oil, natural gas, gasoline,
ker
osene, and pr
opane.
Common appliances ar
e often sour
ces of CO. If they are not properly
m
aintained, are improperly ventilated, or malfunction, CO levels can rise
quickly
. CO is a real danger now that homes are more energy efficient.
“Air
-tight” homes with added insulation, sealed windows, and other
w
eatherproofing can “trap” CO inside.
SYMPTOMS OF CO POISONING
These symptoms are related to CO POISONING and should be
d
iscussed with ALL household members.
M
ild Exposure
:
S
light headache, nausea, vomiting, fatigue (“flu-like”
symptoms).
Medium Exposure: Throbbing headache, drowsiness, confusion, fast
heart rate.
Extreme Exposure: Convulsions, unconsciousness, heart and lung
failur
e. Exposure to Carbon Monoxide can cause brain damage, death.
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.
POTENTIAL SOURCES OF CO IN THE HOME
Fuel-burning appliances like: portable heater, gas or wood burning
fireplace, gas kitchen range or cooktop, gas clothes dryer.
D
amaged or insufficient venting:
c
orroded or disconnected water
h
eater vent pipe, leaking chimney pipe or flue, or cracked heat
exchanger, blocked or clogged chimney opening.
I
mproper use of appliance/device:
o
perating a barbecue grill or
v
ehicle in an enclosed area (like a garage or screened porch).
Transient CO Problems: “transient” or on-again-off-again CO problems
can be caused by outdoor conditions and other special circumstances.
T
he following conditions can result in transient CO situations:
1. Excessive spillage or reverse venting of fuel appliances caused by
o
utdoor conditions such as:
•
W
ind direction and/or velocity, including high, gusty winds. Heavy
air in the vent pipes (cold/humid air with extended periods
b
etween cycles).
• Negative pressure differential resulting from the use of exhaust
f
ans.
•
Several appliances running at the same time competing for limited
f
resh air.
• Vent pipe connections vibrating loose from clothes dryers,
furnaces, or water heaters.
•
Obstructions in or unconventional vent pipe designs which can
a
mplify the above situations.
2
. Extended operation of unvented fuel burning devices (range, oven,
f
ireplace).
3. Temperature inversions, which can trap exhaust close to the ground.
4. Car idling in an open or closed attached garage, or near a home.
T
hese conditions are dangerous because they can trap exhaust in your
h
ome. Since these conditions can come and go, they are also hard to
recreate during a CO investigation.
HOW CAN I PROTECT MY FAMILY FROM CO
POISONING?
A
CO Alarm is an excellent means of protection. It monitors the air
and sounds a loud alarm before Carbon Monoxide levels become
t
hreatening for average, healthy adults.
A
CO Alarm is not a substitute for proper maintenance of home
appliances.
T
o help prevent CO problems and reduce the risk of CO poisoning:
• Clean chimneys and flues yearly. Keep them free of debris, leaves,
a
nd nests for proper air flow. Also, have a professional check for
r
ust and corrosion, cracks, or separations. These conditions can
pr
event pr
oper air movement and cause backdrafting. Never “cap”
o
r cover a chimney in any way that would block air flow.
•
T
e
st and maintain all fuel-burn
ing equipment annually. Many local
g
as or oil companies and HVAC companies offer appliance
i
nspections for a nominal fee.
•
Make regular visual inspections of all fuel-burning appliances.
C
heck appliances 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
C
O may be pre
sent. Keep the blower door on the furn
ace closed.
Use vents or fans when they are available on all fuel-burning
a
ppliances. Make sure appliances are vented to the outside. Do
n
ot grill or barbecue indoors, or in garages or on scre
en porc
hes.
• Check for exhaust backflow from CO sources. Check the draft
h
ood on an operating furn
ace for a backdraft. Look for cracks on
furnace heat exchangers.
•
Check the house or garage on the other side of shared wall.
• Keep windows and doors open slightly. If you suspect that CO
is escaping into your home, open a window or a door. Opening
w
indows and doors can significantly decre
ase CO levels.
In addition, familiarize yourself with all enclosed materials. Read
t
his manual in its entirety
, and make sur
e you understand what to
d
o if your CO Alarm
sounds.
REGULATORY INFORMATION FOR
SMOKE/CO ALARMS
REGULATORY
INFORMATION FOR CO ALARMS
WHAT LEVELS OF CO CAUSE AN ALARM?
Underwriters Laboratories Inc. Standard UL2034 requires residential CO
A
larms to sound when exposed to levels of CO and exposure times as
described below
. They ar
e
measure
d in parts per million (ppm) of CO
over time (in minutes).
UL2034 Requir
ed Alarm Points*:
• If the alarm is exposed to 400 ppm of CO, IT MUST ALARM
BETWEEN 4 and 15 MINUTES.
•
If the alarm is exposed to 150 ppm of CO, IT MUST ALARM
BETWEEN 10 and 50 MINUTES.
• If the alarm is exposed to 70 ppm if CO, IT MUST ALARM
BETWEEN 60 and 240 MINUTES.
* Approximately 10% COHb exposure at levels of 10% to 95% Relative
Humidity (RH).
The unit is designed not to alarm when exposed to a constant level
of 30 ppm for 30 days.
CO Alarms ar
e designed to alarm before there is an immediate life threat.
Since you cannot see or smell CO, never assume it’s not present.
•
An exposure to 100 ppm of CO for 20 minutes may not affect
average, healthy adults, but after 4 hours the same level may
cause headaches.
• An exposure to 400 ppm of CO may cause headaches in average,
healthy adults after 35 minutes, but can cause death after 2 hours.
Standards: Underwriters Laboratories Inc. Single and Multiple Station
carbon monoxide alarms UL2034.
Accor
ding to Underwriters Laboratories Inc. UL2034, Section 1-1.2:
“Carbon monoxide alarms covered by these requirements are intended
to respond to the presence of carbon monoxide from sources such as,
but not limited to, exhaust fr
om inter
nal-combustion engines, abnormal
operation of fuel-fired appliances, and fireplaces. CO Alarms are
intended to alarm at carbon monoxide levels below those that could
cause a loss of ability to react to the dangers of Carbon Monoxide
exposure.” This CO Alarm monitors the air at the Alarm, and is
designed to alarm before CO levels become life threatening. This
allows you precious time to leave the house and correct the problem.
This is only possible if Alarms are located, installed, and maintained as
described in this manual.
Gas Detection at Typical Temperature and Humidity Ranges: The CO
Alarm is not formulated to detect CO levels below 30 ppm typically.
Audible Alarm: 85dB minimum at 10 feet (3 meters).
ABOUT SMOKE ALARMS
Battery (DC) operated Smoke Alarms: Provide protection even when
electricity fails, provided the batteries are fresh and correctly installed.
Units ar
e easy to install, and do not r
equire pr
ofessional installation.
However, they do not provide interconnected functionality.
AC powered Smoke Alarms: Can be interconnected so if one unit
senses smoke, all units alarm. They do not operate if electricity fails.
AC with battery (DC) back-up: will operate if electricity fails, provided
the batteries are fresh and correctly installed. AC and AC/DC units
must be installed by a qualified electrician.
W
ireless Interconnected Alarms:
Offer the same interconnected
functionality as with hardwired alarms, without wires. Units are easy
to install and do not require professional installation. They provide
protection even when electricity fails, provided the batteries are fresh
and correctly installed.
Smoke Alar
ms for Solar or Wind Energy users and battery backup
power systems: AC powered Smoke Alarms should only be operated
with true or pure sine wave inverters. Operating this Smoke Alarm with
most battery-powered UPS (uninterruptible power supply) products or
square wave or “quasi sine wave” inverters
will damage the Alarm.
If you are not sure about your inverter or UPS type, please consult with
the manufacturer to verify.
Smoke Alarms for the hearing impaired: Special purpose Smoke
Alarms should be installed for the hearing impair
ed. They include a
visual alarm and an audible alarm hor
n, and meet the requirements of
the Americans With Disabilities Act. These units can be inter
connected
so if one unit senses smoke, all units alarm.
Smoke alarms are not to be used with detector guards unless the
combination has been evaluated and found suitable for that purpose.
All these Smoke Alarms are designed to provide early warning of fires if
located, installed and cared for as described in the user’s manual, and if
smoke reaches the Alarm. If you are unsure which type of unit to install,
refer to NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) 72 (National Fire
Alarm Code) and NFP
A 101 (Life Safety Code). National Fir
e Pr
otection
Association, One Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269-9101.
Local
building codes may also require specific units in new construction
or in dif
fer
ent ar
eas of the home.
SPECIAL COMPLIANCE CONSIDERATIONS
T
his unit alone is not a suitable substitute for complete fire
detection systems in places housing many people—like apartment
b
uildings, condominiums, hotels, motels, dormitories, hospitals,
l
ong-term health care facilities, nursing homes, day care facilities,
or group homes of any kind—even if they were once single-family
h
omes. It is not a suitable substitute for complete fire detection
s
ystems in warehouses, industrial facilities, commercial buildings,
and special-purpose non-residential buildings which require special
f
ire detection and alarm systems. Depending on the building codes
i
n your area, this unit may be used to provide additional protection
in these facilities.
T
he following information applies to all four types of buildings listed
below:
In new construction, most building codes require the use of AC or
A
C/DC powered Smoke Alarms only. AC, AC/DC, or DC powered
Smoke Alarms can be used in existing construction as specified by
local building codes. Refer to NFPA 72 (National Fire Alarm Code) and
N
FPA 101 (Life Safety Code), local building codes, or consult your Fire
Department for detailed fire protection requirements in buildings not
defined as “households.”
1. Single-Family Residence:
S
ingle family home, townhouse. It is recommended this unit be installed
o
n every level of the home, in every bedroom, and in each bedroom
hallway.
2. Multi-Family or Mixed Occupant Residence:
A
partment building, condominium. This unit is suitable for use in individual
a
partments or condos, pr
ovided a primary fire detection system already
exists to meet fire detection requirements in common areas like lobbies,
h
allways, or porches. Using this unit in common areas may not provide
s
ufficient warning to all residents or meet local fire protection ordinances/
regulations.
3
. Institutions:
H
ospitals, day car
e facilities, long-term health care facilities. This unit is
suitable for use in individual patient sleeping/resident rooms, provided
a
primary fire detection system already exists to meet fire detection
r
equirements in common areas like lobbies, hallways, or porches.
U
sing this unit in common areas may not provide sufficient warning
to all residents or meet local fire protection ordinances/regulations.
4. Hotels and Motels:
A
lso boarding houses and dormitories. This unit is suitable for use inside
individual sleeping/resident rooms, provided a primary fire detection
s
ystem already exists to meet fire detection requirements in common
a
reas like lobbies, hallways, or porches. Using this unit in common
areas may not provide sufficient warning to all residents or meet local
f
ire protection ordinances/regulations.
G
ENERAL LIMITATIONS OF SMOKE/CO ALARMS
LIMITED WARRANTY
BRK Brands, Inc., ("BRK") the maker of BRK
®
brand and First Alert
®
brand products, warrants that for a period of five years from the date of purchase,
t
his product will be free from defects in material and workmanship. BRK, at its option, will repair or replace this product or any component of the product
f
ound to be defective during the warranty period. Replacement will be made with a new or re
manufacture
d pro
duct or component. If the product is no
longer available, replacement may be made with a similar product of equal or greater value. This is your exclusive warranty.
This warranty is valid for the original r
etail pur
chaser from the date of initial retail purchase and is not transferable. Keep the original sales receipt.
P
roof of purchase is required to obtain warranty performance. BRK dealers, service centers, or retail stores selling BRK products do not have the right to
a
lter, modify or any way change the terms and conditions of this warranty.
T
his warranty does 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 curr
ent, use contrary to the operating instructions, disassembly
, r
e
pair or alteration by anyone other than BRK or an authorized service center.
F
urther, the warranty does not cover Acts of God, such as fire, flood, hurricanes and tornadoes or any batteries that are included with this unit.
BRK shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by the breach of any express or implied warranty. Except to the extent
prohibited by applicable law, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in duration to the duration of the above
warranty. Some states, provinces or jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long
an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have
other rights that vary from state to state or province to province.
How to Obtain Warranty Service
Service:
If service is required, do not r
eturn the product to your retailer. In order to obtain warranty service, contact the Consumer Affairs Division at
1-800-323-9005, 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM Central Standard Time, Monday through Friday. To assist us in serving you, please have the model number and
date of pur
chase available when calling.
For Warranty Ser
vice return to:
BRK Brands, Inc., 25 Spur Drive, El Paso, TX 79906
Battery: BRK Brands, Inc. make no warranty, express or implied, written or oral, including that of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose
with r
espect to battery
.
O
nce a minute, the alarm sounds 3 “chirps”,
a
nd the gre
en light flashes quickly thre
e times.
M
ALFUNCTION SIGNAL.
U
nit needs to be
r
e
placed. Based on self-diagnostic tests, the
unit has detected a fault.
U
nits under warranty should be returned to
m
anufacture
r for re
placement. See “Limited
Warranty” for details.
The light flashes (GREEN) and the horn sounds
5
“chirps” every minute.
END OF LIFE SIGNAL.
C
O Alarm needs to be replaced.
Immediately replace the CO Alarm.
H
orn "chirps" about once per minute;
G
reen
"
Power/Smoke"
L
ED flashes Green On
for 2 seconds/Off for 2 seconds. (Low Battery
L
atch is engaged.)
L
ow battery warning. Battery is low or missing. Replace the battery.
If your Alar
m
does this... It means... You should...
T
ROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Alarm goes back into alarm after you pressed
t
he Test/Silence button to silence an alarm.
Smoke and/or CO levels are still potentially
d
angerous.
Refer to “If Your Smoke/CO Alarm Sounds” for
d
etails on how to respond to an alarm. If anyone
i
s feeling ill, EVACUATE your home immediately
and call 911.
If you have any questions that cannot be answered by reading this manual, call Consumer Affairs: 1-800-323-9005.
*For a list of acceptable r
eplacement batteries, see “Regular Maintenance.”
A
larm sounds frequently even though no high
l
evels of smoke or CO are revealed in an
investigation.
T
he Alarm may be improperly located. Refer to
“
Where to Install This Alarm.”
R
elocate your alarm. If frequent alarms continue,
h
ave home rechecked for potential problems.
Y
ou may be experiencing an intermittent smoke
o
r CO problem.
For your records, please record:
Date Pur
chased: _______________________________
Where Purchased: __________________________________________
Date Installed: ____________/____________Month/Y
ear
Replace alar
m 5 years after installation. Please write the date in
the space provided:
_____________/____________Month/Y
ear
The alar
m will also pr
ovide an audible End-of-Life Signal
appr
oximately 5 years after installation to remind you to
r
eplace the unit.
The End-of-Life Signal can be silenced for up to 2 days.
Do not unplug the alar
m or r
emove the batteries until you get
replacement.
T
his Smoke/CO Alarm is intended for residential use. It is not intended
f
or use in industrial applications where
Occupational Safety and Health
A
dministration (OSHA) requirements for Carbon Monoxide Alarms must
b
e met. The Smoke Alarm portion of this device is not intended to alert
hearing impair
e
d residents. Special purpose Smoke Alarms should be
i
nstalled for hearing impaired residents (CO Alarms are not yet available
f
or the hearing impaired).
S
moke/CO Alarms may not waken all individuals.
P
ractice the
escape plan at least twice a year, making sure that everyone is involved
–
from kids to grandparents. Allow children to master fire escape
p
lanning and practice before
holding a fire
drill at night when they are
sleeping. If children or others do not readily waken to the sound of the
S
moke/CO Alarm, or if there are infants or family members with mobility
l
imitations, make sure that someone is assigned to assist them in fire
drill and in the event of an emergency. It is recommended that you hold
a
fire drill while family members ar
e sleeping in or
der to determine their
r
esponse to the sound of the Smoke/CO Alarm while sleeping and
to determine whether they may need assistance in the event of an
e
mergency
.
S
moke
/
CO
A
larms cannot work without power.
B
attery operated units
c
annot work if the batteries are
missing, disconnected or dead, if the wro
ng
type of batteries are used, or if the batteries are not installed correctly.
A
C units cannot work if the AC power is cut off for any reason (open fuse
o
r circuit breaker, failure along a power line or at a power station, electrical
fire that burns the electrical wires, etc.). If you are concerned about the
l
imitations of battery or AC power, install both types of units.
T
his Smoke/CO Alarm will not sense smoke or CO that does not
r
each the sensors.
I
t will only sense smoke or CO at the sensor. Smoke
or CO may be present in other areas. Doors or other obstructions may
a
ffect the rate at which CO or smoke reaches the sensors. If bedroom
d
oors are
usually closed at night, we re
commend you install an alarm
device (Combination CO and Smoke Alarm, or separate CO Alarms and
S
moke Alarms) in each bedroom and in the hallway between them.
This Smoke/CO Alar
m
may not sense smoke or CO on another
level of the home.
Example: This alarm device, installed on the second
f
loor, may not sense smoke or CO in the basement. For this reason,
one alarm device may not give adequate early warning. Recommended
minimum protection is one alarm device in every sleeping area, every
b
edro
om, and on every level of your home. Some experts re
commend
battery powered Smoke and CO Alarms be used in conjunction with
interconnected AC powered Smoke Alarms. For details, see “About
S
moke Alarms” for details.
S
moke/CO Alarms may not be heard.
T
he alarm horn loudness
meets or exceeds curr
ent UL standar
d
s of 85 dB at 10 feet (3 meters).
However, if the Smoke/CO Alarm is installed outside the bedroom, it
m
ay not wake up a sound sleeper or one who has recently used drugs
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 Smoke/CO Alarm is not intended for people who are hearing
impaired.
The Alarm may not have time to alarm before the fire itself causes
damage, injury
, or death, since smoke fr
om some fires may not
reach the unit immediately. Examples of this include persons
smoking in bed, children playing with matches, or fires caused
by violent explosions resulting from escaping gas.
This Smoke/CO Alarm is not a substitute for life insurance.
Though this Smoke/CO Alarm warns against increasing CO levels or
the presence of smoke, BRK Brands, Inc. does not warrant or imply in
any way that they will protect lives. Homeowners and r
enters must still
insur
e their lives.
This Smoke/CO Alar
m has a limited life.
Although this Smoke/CO
Alarm and all of its parts have passed many stringent tests and are
designed to be as reliable as possible, any of these parts could fail at
any time. Therefore, you must test this device weekly. The unit should
be replaced immediately if it is not operating properly.
This Smoke/CO Alarm is not foolproof. Like all other electronic
devices, this Smoke/CO Alarm has limitations. It can only detect smoke
or CO that r
eaches the sensors. It may not give early warning of the
sour
ce of smoke or CO is in a r
emote part of the home, away from the
alarm device.
Why is this important? Because you need to be warned of a potential
CO problem while you can still react in time. In many reported cases of
CO exposur
e, victims may be awar
e that they are not feeling well, but
become disoriented and can no longer react well enough to exit the
building or get help. Also, young children and pets may be the first
af
fected. The average healthy adult might not feel any symptoms when
the CO Alarm sounds. However
, people with cardiac or respiratory
problems, infants, unborn babies, pregnant mothers, or elderly people
can be more quickly and severely affected by CO. If you experience
even mild symptoms of CO poisoning, consult your doctor immediately!
FINDING THE SOURCE OF CO AFTER AN ALARM
Carbon monoxide is an odorless, invisible gas, which often makes it
difficult to locate the source of CO after an alarm. These are a few of
the factors that can make it difficult to locate sources of CO:
• House well ventilated before the investigator arrives.
• Problem caused by “backdrafting.”
• Transient CO problem caused by special circumstances.
Because CO may dissipate by the time an investigator arrives, it may
be dif
ficult to locate the sour
ce of CO.
BRK Brands, Inc. shall not be
obligated to pay for any carbon monoxide investigation or service
call.
REGULATORY INFORMATION FOR SMOKE ALARMS
RECOMMENDED LOCATIONS FOR SMOKE ALARMS
I
nstalling Smoke Alarms in Single-Family Residences
T
he National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), recommends one
Smoke Alarm on every floor, in every sleeping area, and in every bed-
room. In new construction, the Smoke Alarms must be AC powered and
i
nterconnected. See “Agency Placement Recommendations” for details.
For additional coverage, it is recommended that you install a Smoke
Alarm in all rooms, halls, storage areas, finished attics, and basements,
w
here temperatures normally remain between 40˚ F (4˚ C) and 100˚ F
(38˚ C). Make sure no door or other obstruction could keep smoke from
reaching the Smoke Alarms.
More specifically, install Smoke Alarms:
•
On every level of your home, including finished attics and basements.
• Inside every bedroom, especially if people sleep with the door partly
o
r completely closed.
•
In the hall near every sleeping area. If your home has multiple
s
leeping areas, install a unit in each. If a hall is more than 40 feet
long (12 meters), install a unit at each end.
• At the top of the first-to-second floor stairway, and at the bottom of
the basement stairway.
S
pecific requirements for Smoke Alarm installation vary from state to
state and from region to region. Check with your local Fire Department
for current requirements in your area.
It is recommended AC or AC/DC
u
nits be interconnected for added protection.
INSTALLING SMOKE ALARMS IN MOBILE HOMES &
RVS
For minimum security install one Smoke Alarm as close to each sleeping
a
re
a as possible. For more security, put one unit in each room. Many
o
lder mobile homes (especially those built before 1978) have little or no
insulation. If your mobile home is not well insulated, or if you are unsure
o
f the amount of insulation, it is important to install units on inside walls
o
nly. Smoke Alarms should be installed where temperatures normally
remain between 40˚ F (4˚ C) and 100˚ F (38˚ C).
WARNING: Test units
u
sed in RV
s after the vehicle has been in storage, before every trip,
a
nd once a week while in use. Failure to test units used in RVs as
described may remove your protection.
T
his equipment should be installed in accordance with NFPA (National
Fire Protection Association) 72 and 101. National Fire Protection
A
ssociation, One Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269-9101.
A
dditional
l
ocal building and regulatory codes may apply in your area. Always
check compliance r
equirements before beginning any installation.
AGENCY PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS
S
tandards:
U
nderwriters Laboratories Inc. Single and Multiple Station
S
moke Alarms 217.
NFPA 72 (National Fire Code) Chapter 11
“
For your information, the National Fire Protection Association's
S
tandard
72, re
ads as follows:”
“
11.5.1 One- and Tw
o-Family Dwelling Units.”
“
11.5.1.1 Smoke Detection.
W
here
required by applicable laws, codes,
or standar
ds for the specified occupancy
, appr
o
ved single- and multiple-
s
tation Smoke Alarms shall be installed as follows: (1) In all sleeping
r
ooms. Exception: Smoke Alarms shall not be required in sleeping rooms
in existing one- and two-family dwelling units. (2) Outside of each
s
eparate sleeping are
a, in immediate vicinity of the sleeping rooms.
(3) On each level of the dwelling unit, including basements. Exception:
In existing one- and two family dwelling units, appr
oved Smoke Alarms
p
owered by batteries are permitted.”
“
A.11.8.3 Are More Smoke Alarms Desirable?
T
he required number of Smoke Alarms might not provide reliable early
warning protection for those areas separated by a door from the areas
p
rotected by the r
equir
ed Smoke Alarms. For this r
eason, it is r
ecom-
mended that the householder consider the use of additional Smoke
Alarms for those areas for increased protection. The additional areas
i
nclude the basement, bedrooms, dining room, furnace room, utility
r
o
om, and hallways not pro
tected by the required Smoke Alarms. The
installation of Smoke Alarms in kitchens, unfinished attics, or garages is
n
ot normally re
commended, as these locations occasionally experience
conditions that can result in improper operation.”
Califor
nia State Fire Marshal (CSFM)
Early warning detection is best achieved by the installation of fire
detection equipment in all rooms and areas of the household as follows:
A Smoke Alarm installed in each separate sleeping area (in the vicinity,
but outside bedrooms), and Heat or Smoke Alarms in the living rooms,
dining rooms, bedrooms, kitchens, hallways, finished attics, furnace
rooms, closets, utility and storage rooms, basements, and attached
garages.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Fire Safety Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-4
Where To Install This Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Where This Alarm Should Not Be Installed
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2
Befor
e You Begin Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
How T
o Install This Smoke/CO Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4
Using the Optional Locking Featur
es . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4
How Y
our Smoke/CO Alarm Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
What You Will See and Hear With This Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
If Y
our Smoke/CO Alar
m Sounds
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5-6
What To Do if CO is Detected . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
What To Do if Smoke is Detected . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Using the Silence Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Latching Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Weekly Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Regular Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
What You Need To Know About CO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-8
What is CO? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Symptoms of CO Poisoning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Finding the Sour
ce of CO After an Alarm
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Potential Sources of CO in the Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
How Can I Pr
otect My Family From CO Poisoning? . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Regulator
y Infor
mation For Smoke/CO Alar
ms
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8-10
Regulatory Information for CO Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Regulatory Information for Smoke Alarms
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9
About Smoke Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Special Compliance Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
General Limitations Of Smoke/CO Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-12
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-12
