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FIRE SAFETY TIPS
Follow safety rules and prevent hazardous situations: 1) Use smoking
materials properly. Never smoke in bed. 2) Keep matches or lighters
away from children; 3) Store flammable materials in proper containers;
4) Keep electrical appliances in good condition and don’t overload
electrical 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 important
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.
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 reaches the sensor. The Smoke Alarm
is not designed to sense gas, heat or flames.
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.
NEVER ignore any alarm. See “If Your Smoke/CO Alarm
Sounds” for more information on how to respond to an alarm.
Failure to respond can result in injury or death.
The Silence Features are for your convenience only and will
not correct a problem. See “Using the Silence Features” for
details. Always check your home for a potential problem after
any alarm. Failure to do so can result in injury or death.
Test this Smoke/CO Alarm once a week. If the Alarm ever fails
to test correctly, have it replaced immediately! If the Alarm is
not working properly, it cannot alert you to a problem.
This product is intended for use in ordinary indoor locations
of family living units. It is not designed to measure CO
levels in compliance with Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA) commercial or industrial standards.
Individuals with medical conditions that may make them more
sensitive to carbon monoxide may consider using warning
devices which provide audible and visual signals for carbon
monoxide concentrations under 30 ppm. For additional
information on carbon monoxide and your medical condition
contact your physician.
WIRELESS INTERCONNECT TALKING
COMBINATIONSMOKE/CARBON MONOXIDE
ALARM WITH PROGRAMMABLE LOCATION
Features:
Separate sensors to detect
smoke and CO; the two
alarm sensors work
independently
Voice with programmable
location
Separate audible and visual
signals to indicate alarm
levels of smoke or CO
Wireless interconnect
Powered by two “AA”
batteries
Side access drawer for
easy battery replacement
USER’S MANUAL
WHAT YOU WILL SEE AND HEAR WITH THIS ALARM
Under Normal Operations
Voice: Silent Power/Smoke LED: Flashes Green
once a minute
Horn: Silent CO LED: Off
When You Test the Alarm
Voice: “Testing.” Horn: 3 beeps, pause, 3 beeps; Voice: “Warning,
evacuate smoke in [Location, example: “Basement”].
Evacuate.”
Smoke LED: Flashes Red in sync with the horn pattern
Horn: 4 fast beeps, pause, 4 fast beeps;
Voice: “Warning, evacuate carbon monoxide in [Location, example:
“Basement”]. Evacuate.” Pause. “Highest carbon monoxide
level was [CO level example: _0_ ppm]”.
CO LED: Flashes Red in sync with the horn pattern
If Battery Becomes Low
Voice: “Replace battery in [Location, example “Kitchen”].” Repeated
every 5 hours
Horn: chirps once a minute
Power/ Smoke LED: Flashes Green On for 2 seconds/Off for
2 seconds. Low Battery Latch is now engaged.
CO LED: Off
If Alarm is Not Operating Properly (MALFUNCTION SIGNAL)
Voice: “Detector error in [Location, example “Kitchen”], please see
manual” (refer to Troubleshooting Guide).
Repeated every 5 hours
Horn: 3 chirps every minute
Power/Smoke LED: 3 Flashes approximately once a minute
CO LED: Off
Alarm has reached its End of Life
Voice: “Detector error in [Location, example “Basement”], please
see manual.” Repeated every 5 hours
Horn: 5 chirps every minute
Power/Smoke LED: 5 Flashes approximately once a minute
CO LED: Off
Alarm Levels of CO are Detected
Voice: “Warning, evacuate carbon monoxide in [Location, example:
“Kitchen”]. Evacuate.” “
____ ppm.”
Horn: 4 beeps, pause, 4 beeps, voice*
Power/Smoke LED: Off
CO LED: During Alarm: Flashes Red in sync with the horn pattern.
After Alarm: Flashes Red On for 2 seconds/Off for 2
seconds. CO Alarm Latch is now engaged.
*NOTE: If unit goes into CO alarm, the regular 4 beeps-brief pause
cycle will repeat for four minutes. After four minutes, the pause will
increase to one minute.
Smoke is Detected
Voice: “Warning, evacuate smoke in [Location, example:
“Kitchen”]. Evacuate.”
Horn: 3 beeps, pause, 3 beeps, voice
Power/ Smoke LED: During Alarm: Flashes Red in sync with the
horn pattern. After Alarm: Flashes Red On for 2 seconds/
Off for 2 seconds. Smoke Alarm Latch is now engaged.
CO LED: Off
Smoke Alarm is Silenced
Voice: Silent
Horn: Off
Power/Smoke LED: Flashes Red
CO LED: Off
CO Alarm is Silenced
Voice: Silent
Horn: Off
Power/Smoke LED: Off
CO LED: Flashes Red
Model
SCO500
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INSTALLATION
WHERE TO INSTALL THIS ALARM
Minimum coverage for Smoke Alarms, as recommended by the
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), is one Smoke Alarm
on every 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
each 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.
NOTE: For added protection, install an additional Smoke/CO Alarm at least
15 feet (4.6 meters) away from the furnace or fuel burning heat source
where possible. In smaller homes or in manufactured homes where this
distance cannot be maintained, install the Alarm as far away as possible
from the furnace or other fuel burning source. Installing the Alarm closer
than 15 feet (4.6 meters) will not harm the Alarm, but may increase the
frequency of unwanted alarms.
In general, install combination Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarms:
In the hall near every sleeping area. If your home has multiple
sleeping areas, install a unit in each. If a hall is more than 40 feet
(12 meters) long, install a unit at each end.
On every level of your home, including finished attics and basements.
Inside every bedroom, especially if people sleep with the door partly
or completely closed.
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 (4.4˚ C and 37.8˚ C).
Recommended Placement
When installing on the wall, the top edge of Smoke Alarms should
be 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 center
as possible.
In either case, install at least 4 inches (102 mm) from where the
wall and ceiling meet. See “Avoiding Dead Air Spaces” for more
information.
NOTE: For any location, make sure no door or other obstruction could
keep carbon monoxide or smoke from reaching the Alarm.
SUGGESTED AREAS FOR INSTALLING
SMOKE ALARMS, CO ALARMS, AND COMBO UNITS
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
before beginning any installation.
In new construction AC and AC/DC smoke alarms MUST
be interconnected to meet NFPA recommendations.
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HOW TO INSTALL THIS ALARM
For quick installation instructions see the “Quick and Easy Guide to
Programming Your WIRELESS INTERCONNECT Alarm and Using the
Optional Features”.
This combination Smoke/CO Alarm was designed to be mounted
on the ceiling or wall. It is not a tabletop device. You must install this
device on the ceiling or wall as outlined below. Read “Where To Install
This Alarm” before starting.
Tools you will need: pencil, drill
with 3/16” or 5mm drill bit,
Phillips screwdriver, hammer.
Do not install this unit over an electrical junction box. Air
currents around junction boxes can prevent smoke from
reaching the sensing chamber and prevent the unit from
alarming. Only AC powered units are intended for installation
over junction boxes.
If you want to lock the battery compartment, or lock the Smoke/CO
Alarm to the mounting bracket, please read the “Optional Locking
Features” section in the “Quick and Easy Guide to Programming
Your WIRELESS INTERCONNECT Alarm and Using the Optional
Features attachment before you begin installation.
1. Hold the mounting bracket against the ceiling (or wall) so the vertical
mounting slot is aligned in the 12 o’clock position and trace around
the inside of the mounting slots (vertical and horizontal mounting).
2. Put the unit where it won’t get covered with dust when you drill the
mounting holes.
3. Using a 3/16” (5 mm) drill bit, drill a hole through the center of the
oval outlines you traced.
4. Insert the plastic screw anchors (in the plastic bag with screws) into
the holes. Tap the screw anchors gently with a hammer, if necessary,
until they are flush with the ceiling or wall.
5. Line the mounting bracket up over the plastic screw anchors.
6. Screw the mounting bracket to the ceiling or wall through the
mounting slots using the two screws provided.
7. Attach the Smoke/CO Alarm to the mounting bracket. Line up the
guides on the alarm’s base with the guides
on the mounting bracket. When guides
are lined up, turn the base clockwise
(right) until it snaps into place.
NOTE: Once the Alarm is snapped
onto the mounting bracket, you
can rotate the Alarm to adjust the
alignment.
8. Test the Smoke/CO Alarm.
See “Weekly Testing” for details.
PARTS OF THIS SMOKE/CO ALARM
1 Test/Silence Button
2 Battery Compartment
3 Power/Smoke Alarm LED
4 CO Alarm LED
WIRELESS OPERATION
First Alert
®
WIRELESS INTERCONNECT Technology is the easy, cost-effective
way to provide your family with whole-home safety. All WIRELESS
INTERCONNECT Alarms communicate with each other without wires
or connectors. When one Alarm sounds, they all sound. This provides
your family with an earlier warning of potential danger, and gives you
more time to react.
The communication distance (range) between any two WIRELESS
INTERCONNECT Alarms is typically 50 feet (15 meters) inside of a
home. Some features of a home, such as the number of floors, number/
size of rooms, furniture and types of building materials used may
reduce the range of the Alarms. Examples include: suspended ceilings,
ductwork, large metallic appliances (refrigerators) and metal studs. A
feature of WIRELESS INTERCONNECT Alarms is that they operate as
a mesh network. All Alarms will repeat any alarm signal that is received
to all other WIRELESS INTERCONNECT Alarms. Interference from
structural conditions can be overcome by adding additional Alarms to
route the wireless signal around obstructions.
The range and proper operation of any wireless device will
vary depending on its surroundings. It is very important that
each Alarm is tested individually before and after installation
to make sure that all Alarms respond properly.
The WIRELESS INTERCONNECT Alarms are not to be used
outdoors or to transmit between buildings. The Alarms will
not communicate properly under these conditions.
Metal objects and metallic wallpaper may interfere with
signals from wireless Alarms. Alarms should be tested after
changes to your home such as remodeling, moving furniture,
and with metal doors opened and closed.
Your First Alert
®
WIRELESS INTERCONNECT Smoke/CO Alarm will
automatically communicate both potential fires and carbon monoxide
presence with all other First Alert
®
WIRELESS INTERCONNECTSmoke/
CO Alarms.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by BRK Brands,
Inc. could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing First Alert
®
for your Smoke and Carbon
Monoxide Alarm needs. You have purchased a state-of-the-art Smoke &
Carbon Monoxide Alarm designed to provide you with early warning of a
smoke and/or Carbon Monoxide danger. Key features include:
Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Combination Alarm. One alarm protects
against two deadly household threats.
WIRELESS INTERCONNECT Enabled. Alarm automatically
communicates with other WIRELESS INTERCONNECT enabled alarms
when installed.
Exclusive Voice Warning with Location will tell you the preprogrammed
location of the initiating unit and danger detected. Programmable up to
11 locations (ex. “basement”). When alarms sounds, if programmed for
basement it will say “Warning, evacuate, smoke in basement” along with
all other installed WIRELESS INTERCONNECT Voice alarms.
Spread Spectrum Horn Tone. Lower and varying horn frequency
makes it easier for elderly with normal age related hearing loss to hear
horn. Sweeps through the 2200 – 3400 Hz range.
RF Interconnect. Reliable and secure radio frequency communication
between alarms. 915 MHz frequency with 65,000 security codes and 3
channel frequency hopping.
Single Button Test/Silence eliminates confusion. Depending on what
mode the alarm is in, pushing the button provides different functions
such as testing the alarm, silencing the alarm, re-testing the alarm when
in silence and clearing the Latching features.
Two Silence Features. Temporarily silence low battery chirp for up to
eight hours before replacing low battery or silence an unwanted alarm
for several minutes.
Two Latching Features. Alarm Latch: Easily identifies initiating alarm
even after alarm condition has subsided. Low Battery Latch: Identifies
which unit is in low battery condition.
Perfect Mount System includes a gasketless base for easy installation
and a mounting bracket that keeps the alarm secure over a wide
rotation range to allow for perfect alignment.
End of Life Signal. Provides audible confirmation alarm needs to be
replaced.
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All First Alert
®
Smoke Alarms conform to regulatory requirements,
including UL217 and are designed to detect particles of combustion.
Smoke particles of varying number and size are produced in all fires.
Ionization technology is generally more sensitive than photoelectric
technology at detecting small particles, which tend to be produced
in greater amounts by flaming fires, which consume combustible
materials rapidly and spread quickly. Sources of these fires may include
paper burning in a wastebasket, or a grease fire in the kitchen.
Photoelectric technology is generally more sensitive than ionization
technology at detecting large particles, which tend to be produced
in greater amounts by smoldering fires, which may smolder for
hours before bursting into flame. Sources of these fires may include
cigarettes burning in couches or bedding.
For maximum protection, use both types of Smoke Alarms on
each level and in every bedroom of your home.
TO LOCK THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT
Do not lock the battery compartment until you install the
batteries and test the Alarm.
If the unit does not alarm during
testing, DO NOT lock the battery
compartment! Install new batteries
and test again. If the Alarm still does
not alarm, replace it immediately.
1. Using needle-nose pliers, detach
one locking pin from the mounting
bracket.
2. After batteries are inserted, then
push the locking pin through the
hole near the battery door latch on
the back of the Alarm.
OPTIONAL LOCKING FEATURES
TO LOCK THE MOUNTING BRACKET
1. Using needle-nose pliers, detach
one locking pin from the mounting
bracket.
2. Insert the locking pin through the
hole on the back of the Alarm as
shown in the diagram.
3. When you attach the Alarm to the
mounting bracket, the locking pin’s
head will fit into a notch on the
bracket.
The optional locking features are designed to prevent unauthorized removal of the batteries or alarm. It is not necessary to activate the locks
in single-family households where unauthorized battery or Alarm removal is not a concern.
These Alarms have two separate locking features: one to lock the battery compartment, and the other to lock the
Alarm to the mounting bracket. You can choose to use either feature independently, or use them both.
Tools you will need: Needle-nose pliers Standard flathead screwdriver.
Both locking features use locking pins, which are molded into the mounting bracket. Depending on which locking
features you use, remove one or both pins from the mounting bracket using needle-nose pliers.
To permanently remove either locking pin, insert a flathead screwdriver between the locking pin and the
lock, and pry the pin out of the lock.
TO UNLOCK THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT
1. Remove the Alarm from the
mounting bracket. If the unit is
locked to the bracket, see the
section “To Unlock the Mounting
Bracket.”
2. Insert a flathead screwdriver under
the head of the locking pin, and
gently pry it out of the battery
compartment lock. (If you plan to
relock the battery compartment,
save the locking pin.)
3. To relock the battery compartment,
close the battery door and reinsert
locking pin in lock.
4. Reattach the Alarm to the mounting
bracket.
When replacing the batteries, always
test the Alarm before relocking the battery compartment.
TO UNLOCK THE MOUNTING BRACKET
1. Insert a flathead screwdriver
into the rectangular cut-out on
the mounting bracket nearest to
the locking pin.
2. Pry the Alarm away from the bracket by
pushing up on the screwdriver and
turning the Alarm counterclockwise (left) at
the same time.
IF THE CO ALARM SOUNDS
Actuation of your CO Alarm indicates the presence of carbon
monoxide (CO) which can kill you. In other words, when your CO
Alarm sounds, you must not ignore it!
IF THE CO ALARM SIGNAL SOUNDS:
1. Operate the Test/Silence button.
2. Call your emergency 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 CO Alarm remains in its
normal condition.
4. After following steps 1-3, if your 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 here:
____________________________________________________________
“ALARM-MOVE TO FRESH AIR”
If you hear the CO alarm horn and the CO red light is flashing,
move everyone to a source of fresh air.
DO NOT remove the batteries!
IF YOUR SMOKE/CO ALARM SOUNDS
WHAT TO DO FIRST–IDENTIFY THE TYPE OF
ALARM SIGNAL
Refer to previous section What You Will See and Hear With This
Alarm”.
AFTER AN ALARM
After the emergency responders arrive, the premises aired out, and
your CO Alarm remains in its normal condition, you can check what
the highest carbon monoxide level sensed was:
Action:
1. Press & Hold Test Button
Alarm Will Say:
“Highest carbon monoxide level
was ___ ppm. Please see manual.”
“To clear highest carbon monoxide
level, press and hold test button
now.”
2. Press & Hold Test Button, if you
would like to clear the highest
level sensed.
If you would like to keep the
highest level in memory, do not
press anything.
“Highest carbon monoxide level
cleared.”
Alarm will say nothing.
IF THE SMOKE ALARM SOUNDS
RESPONDING TO AN ALARM
If the unit alarms and you are not testing the unit, it is warning
you of a potentially dangerous situation that requires your
immediate attention. NEVER ignore any alarm. Ignoring the
alarm may result in injury or death.
Never remove the batteries from a battery operated Smoke/CO
Alarm to stop an unwanted alarm (caused by cooking smoke,
etc.). Removing batteries disables the alarm so it cannot sense
smoke, and removes 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.
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
dressed 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
and 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, and
do a head count to make sure everybody got out safely.
Call the Fire Department as soon as possible from outside.
Give 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.
Alarms have various limitations. See “General Limitations of
Smoke/CO Alarms” for details.
USING THE SILENCE FEATURES
Never remove the batteries to quiet an unwanted alarm. Removing
the batteries disables the alarm and removes your protection.
The Silence Feature is intended to temporarily silence the horn while
you identify and correct the problem. Do not use the Silence Feature
in emergency situations. It will not correct a CO problem or extinguish
a fire.
The Silence Feature can temporarily quiet an unwanted alarm for several
minutes. You can silence this Smoke/CO Alarm by pressing the Test/
Silence button on the alarm cover for at least 3-5 seconds.
After the Test/Silence button is released, the Red LED blinks during the
silence mode.
When the Smoke Alarm
is Silenced
When the CO Alarm
is Silenced
The Smoke Alarm will remain
silent for up to 15 minutes, then
return to normal operation.
If the smoke has not cleared–or
continues to increase–the device
will go back into alarm.
The CO Alarm will remain silent
for up to 4 minutes.
After 4 minutes, if CO levels
remain potentially dangerous the
horn will start sounding again.
STEP BY STEP GUIDE TO PROGRAMMING
THIS ALARM
FOR FIRST TIME AND WHEN CHANGING BATTERIES
Action:
1. Insert batteries (2, AA batteries).
Alarm Will Say:
“Welcome, First Alert Smoke and
Carbon Monoxide Alarm.”
“No location programmed” if
first time or “[Location, example:
“Basement”] location programmed”
when changing batteries.
“To select location, press and
hold test button now.”
2. Press & Hold Test Button if
you would like to program the
location or change the location
of the Alarm. Release button
after Alarm responds.
“To save location, press and
hold test button after location is
heard.” Alarm will speak list of
locations (see below).
3. After you hear the location of
where you are placing the Alarm,
Press & Hold the Test Button.
“[Location, example: “Basement”]
location saved.”
If no location is chosen:
“No location saved.”
Your Alarm has now been programmed for the location of your choice.
Available locations:
Basement Kitchen Child’s Bedroom
Living Room Dining Room Master Bedroom
Family Room No Location Guest Bedroom
Office Hallway Utility Room
NOTE: Steps 1 through 3 need to be completed within two minutes.
If more than two minutes pass, the Green power LED will stop
blinking. Simply open the battery drawer of the second Alarm and
repeat steps 1 through 3.
1. Insert the batteries into the
battery drawer of the next
Alarm. DO NOT CLOSE THE
DRAWER.
2. Press and hold the test
button and then close the
battery drawer.
3. Once you hear the unit chirp,
release the test button.
The Green power LED will start to blink indicating the WIRELESS
INTERCONNECT Alarm is waiting for program data from one of the
other setup WIRELESS INTERCONNECT Alarms.
4. Press and hold the test button on the first Alarm, until the second
Alarm
chirps and its Green power LED stops blinking. Then release
the test button.
5. If you have purchased the hardwired battery back-up WIRELESS
INTERCONNECT Alarm, you can now connect the hardwired Alarm
by installing the three-wire connector on the ceiling to the Alarm.
6. Repeat steps 1-5 for additional WIRELESS INTERCONNECT
Alarms.
You have now successfully linked your new WIRELESS
INTERCONNECT Alarms.
To add additional Alarms at a later time, follow steps 1 through 5.
ADDING AND LINKING ADDITIONAL WIRELESS
INTERCONNECT ALARMS
WHERE THIS ALARM SHOULD NOT BE INSTALLED
Do NOT locate this Smoke/CO Alarm:
In garages, furnace rooms, crawl spaces and unfinished attics.
Avoid extremely dusty, dirty or greasy areas.
Where combustion particles are produced. Combustion particles
form when something burns. Areas to avoid include poorly ventilated
kitchens, garages, and furnace rooms. Keep units at least 20 feet
(6 meters) from the sources of combustion particles (stove, furnace,
water 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 recommended the Smoke Alarm be
placed as far from these fuel-burning sources as possible. The
placement recommendations 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 Alarm is
placed directly next to a fuel-burning source. Ventilate these areas
as much as possible.
Within 5 feet (1.5 meters) of any cooking appliance. In air streams
near kitchens. Air currents can draw cooking smoke into the smoke
sensor 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 room, utility room, or other source of high humidity.
In direct sunlight.
In turbulent air, like near ceiling fans or open windows. Blowing air
may prevent CO or smoke from reaching the sensors.
In areas where temperature is colder than 40˚ F (4.4˚ C) or hotter
than 100˚ F (37.8˚ 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 fluorescent 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 from reaching the Smoke/CO
Alarm. To 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 corner.
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, below typical “dead air”
spaces.
On a peaked, gabled, or cathedral ceiling, install first Smoke/CO
Alarm within 3 feet (0.9 meters) of the peak of the ceiling, measured
horizontally. Additional Smoke/CO Alarms may be required depending
on the length, angle, etc. of the ceiling’s slope. Refer to NFPA 72 for
details on requirements for sloped or peaked ceilings.
IMPORTANT! PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND SAVE.
This user’s manual contains important information about your
Combination Carbon Monoxide & Smoke Alarm’s operation. If you are
installing this Alarm for use by others, you must leave this manual—or
a copy of it—with the end user.
CONFORMS TO
UL STD 217
and
UL STD 2034
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FIRE SAFETY TIPS
Follow safety rules and prevent hazardous situations: 1) Use smoking
materials properly. Never smoke in bed. 2) Keep matches or lighters
away from children; 3) Store flammable materials in proper containers;
4) Keep electrical appliances in good condition and don’t overload
electrical 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 important
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.
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 reaches the sensor. The Smoke Alarm
is not designed to sense gas, heat or flames.
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.
NEVER ignore any alarm. See “If Your Smoke/CO Alarm
Sounds” for more information on how to respond to an alarm.
Failure to respond can result in injury or death.
The Silence Features are for your convenience only and will
not correct a problem. See “Using the Silence Features” for
details. Always check your home for a potential problem after
any alarm. Failure to do so can result in injury or death.
Test this Smoke/CO Alarm once a week. If the Alarm ever fails
to test correctly, have it replaced immediately! If the Alarm is
not working properly, it cannot alert you to a problem.
This product is intended for use in ordinary indoor locations
of family living units. It is not designed to measure CO
levels in compliance with Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA) commercial or industrial standards.
Individuals with medical conditions that may make them more
sensitive to carbon monoxide may consider using warning
devices which provide audible and visual signals for carbon
monoxide concentrations under 30 ppm. For additional
information on carbon monoxide and your medical condition
contact your physician.
WIRELESS INTERCONNECT TALKING
COMBINATIONSMOKE/CARBON MONOXIDE
ALARM WITH PROGRAMMABLE LOCATION
Features:
Separate sensors to detect
smoke and CO; the two
alarm sensors work
independently
Voice with programmable
location
Separate audible and visual
signals to indicate alarm
levels of smoke or CO
Wireless interconnect
Powered by two “AA”
batteries
Side access drawer for
easy battery replacement
USER’S MANUAL
WHAT YOU WILL SEE AND HEAR WITH THIS ALARM
Under Normal Operations
Voice: Silent Power/Smoke LED: Flashes Green
once a minute
Horn: Silent CO LED: Off
When You Test the Alarm
Voice: “Testing.” Horn: 3 beeps, pause, 3 beeps; Voice: “Warning,
evacuate smoke in [Location, example: “Basement”].
Evacuate.”
Smoke LED: Flashes Red in sync with the horn pattern
Horn: 4 fast beeps, pause, 4 fast beeps;
Voice: “Warning, evacuate carbon monoxide in [Location, example:
“Basement”]. Evacuate.” Pause. “Highest carbon monoxide
level was [CO level example: _0_ ppm]”.
CO LED: Flashes Red in sync with the horn pattern
If Battery Becomes Low
Voice: “Replace battery in [Location, example “Kitchen”].” Repeated
every 5 hours
Horn: chirps once a minute
Power/ Smoke LED: Flashes Green On for 2 seconds/Off for
2 seconds. Low Battery Latch is now engaged.
CO LED: Off
If Alarm is Not Operating Properly (MALFUNCTION SIGNAL)
Voice: “Detector error in [Location, example “Kitchen”], please see
manual” (refer to Troubleshooting Guide).
Repeated every 5 hours
Horn: 3 chirps every minute
Power/Smoke LED: 3 Flashes approximately once a minute
CO LED: Off
Alarm has reached its End of Life
Voice: “Detector error in [Location, example “Basement”], please
see manual.” Repeated every 5 hours
Horn: 5 chirps every minute
Power/Smoke LED: 5 Flashes approximately once a minute
CO LED: Off
Alarm Levels of CO are Detected
Voice: “Warning, evacuate carbon monoxide in [Location, example:
“Kitchen”]. Evacuate.” “
____ ppm.”
Horn: 4 beeps, pause, 4 beeps, voice*
Power/Smoke LED: Off
CO LED: During Alarm: Flashes Red in sync with the horn pattern.
After Alarm: Flashes Red On for 2 seconds/Off for 2
seconds. CO Alarm Latch is now engaged.
*NOTE: If unit goes into CO alarm, the regular 4 beeps-brief pause
cycle will repeat for four minutes. After four minutes, the pause will
increase to one minute.
Smoke is Detected
Voice: “Warning, evacuate smoke in [Location, example:
“Kitchen”]. Evacuate.”
Horn: 3 beeps, pause, 3 beeps, voice
Power/ Smoke LED: During Alarm: Flashes Red in sync with the
horn pattern. After Alarm: Flashes Red On for 2 seconds/
Off for 2 seconds. Smoke Alarm Latch is now engaged.
CO LED: Off
Smoke Alarm is Silenced
Voice: Silent
Horn: Off
Power/Smoke LED: Flashes Red
CO LED: Off
CO Alarm is Silenced
Voice: Silent
Horn: Off
Power/Smoke LED: Off
CO LED: Flashes Red
Model
SCO500
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INSTALLATION
WHERE TO INSTALL THIS ALARM
Minimum coverage for Smoke Alarms, as recommended by the
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), is one Smoke Alarm
on every 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
each 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.
NOTE: For added protection, install an additional Smoke/CO Alarm at least
15 feet (4.6 meters) away from the furnace or fuel burning heat source
where possible. In smaller homes or in manufactured homes where this
distance cannot be maintained, install the Alarm as far away as possible
from the furnace or other fuel burning source. Installing the Alarm closer
than 15 feet (4.6 meters) will not harm the Alarm, but may increase the
frequency of unwanted alarms.
In general, install combination Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarms:
In the hall near every sleeping area. If your home has multiple
sleeping areas, install a unit in each. If a hall is more than 40 feet
(12 meters) long, install a unit at each end.
On every level of your home, including finished attics and basements.
Inside every bedroom, especially if people sleep with the door partly
or completely closed.
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 (4.4˚ C and 37.8˚ C).
Recommended Placement
When installing on the wall, the top edge of Smoke Alarms should
be 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 center
as possible.
In either case, install at least 4 inches (102 mm) from where the
wall and ceiling meet. See “Avoiding Dead Air Spaces” for more
information.
NOTE: For any location, make sure no door or other obstruction could
keep carbon monoxide or smoke from reaching the Alarm.
SUGGESTED AREAS FOR INSTALLING
SMOKE ALARMS, CO ALARMS, AND COMBO UNITS
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
before beginning any installation.
In new construction AC and AC/DC smoke alarms MUST
be interconnected to meet NFPA recommendations.
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HOW TO INSTALL THIS ALARM
For quick installation instructions see the “Quick and Easy Guide to
Programming Your WIRELESS INTERCONNECT Alarm and Using the
Optional Features”.
This combination Smoke/CO Alarm was designed to be mounted
on the ceiling or wall. It is not a tabletop device. You must install this
device on the ceiling or wall as outlined below. Read “Where To Install
This Alarm” before starting.
Tools you will need: pencil, drill
with 3/16” or 5mm drill bit,
Phillips screwdriver, hammer.
Do not install this unit over an electrical junction box. Air
currents around junction boxes can prevent smoke from
reaching the sensing chamber and prevent the unit from
alarming. Only AC powered units are intended for installation
over junction boxes.
If you want to lock the battery compartment, or lock the Smoke/CO
Alarm to the mounting bracket, please read the “Optional Locking
Features” section in the “Quick and Easy Guide to Programming
Your WIRELESS INTERCONNECT Alarm and Using the Optional
Features attachment before you begin installation.
1. Hold the mounting bracket against the ceiling (or wall) so the vertical
mounting slot is aligned in the 12 o’clock position and trace around
the inside of the mounting slots (vertical and horizontal mounting).
2. Put the unit where it won’t get covered with dust when you drill the
mounting holes.
3. Using a 3/16” (5 mm) drill bit, drill a hole through the center of the
oval outlines you traced.
4. Insert the plastic screw anchors (in the plastic bag with screws) into
the holes. Tap the screw anchors gently with a hammer, if necessary,
until they are flush with the ceiling or wall.
5. Line the mounting bracket up over the plastic screw anchors.
6. Screw the mounting bracket to the ceiling or wall through the
mounting slots using the two screws provided.
7. Attach the Smoke/CO Alarm to the mounting bracket. Line up the
guides on the alarm’s base with the guides
on the mounting bracket. When guides
are lined up, turn the base clockwise
(right) until it snaps into place.
NOTE: Once the Alarm is snapped
onto the mounting bracket, you
can rotate the Alarm to adjust the
alignment.
8. Test the Smoke/CO Alarm.
See “Weekly Testing” for details.
PARTS OF THIS SMOKE/CO ALARM
1 Test/Silence Button
2 Battery Compartment
3 Power/Smoke Alarm LED
4 CO Alarm LED
WIRELESS OPERATION
First Alert
®
WIRELESS INTERCONNECT Technology is the easy, cost-effective
way to provide your family with whole-home safety. All WIRELESS
INTERCONNECT Alarms communicate with each other without wires
or connectors. When one Alarm sounds, they all sound. This provides
your family with an earlier warning of potential danger, and gives you
more time to react.
The communication distance (range) between any two WIRELESS
INTERCONNECT Alarms is typically 50 feet (15 meters) inside of a
home. Some features of a home, such as the number of floors, number/
size of rooms, furniture and types of building materials used may
reduce the range of the Alarms. Examples include: suspended ceilings,
ductwork, large metallic appliances (refrigerators) and metal studs. A
feature of WIRELESS INTERCONNECT Alarms is that they operate as
a mesh network. All Alarms will repeat any alarm signal that is received
to all other WIRELESS INTERCONNECT Alarms. Interference from
structural conditions can be overcome by adding additional Alarms to
route the wireless signal around obstructions.
The range and proper operation of any wireless device will
vary depending on its surroundings. It is very important that
each Alarm is tested individually before and after installation
to make sure that all Alarms respond properly.
The WIRELESS INTERCONNECT Alarms are not to be used
outdoors or to transmit between buildings. The Alarms will
not communicate properly under these conditions.
Metal objects and metallic wallpaper may interfere with
signals from wireless Alarms. Alarms should be tested after
changes to your home such as remodeling, moving furniture,
and with metal doors opened and closed.
Your First Alert
®
WIRELESS INTERCONNECT Smoke/CO Alarm will
automatically communicate both potential fires and carbon monoxide
presence with all other First Alert
®
WIRELESS INTERCONNECTSmoke/
CO Alarms.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by BRK Brands,
Inc. could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing First Alert
®
for your Smoke and Carbon
Monoxide Alarm needs. You have purchased a state-of-the-art Smoke &
Carbon Monoxide Alarm designed to provide you with early warning of a
smoke and/or Carbon Monoxide danger. Key features include:
Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Combination Alarm. One alarm protects
against two deadly household threats.
WIRELESS INTERCONNECT Enabled. Alarm automatically
communicates with other WIRELESS INTERCONNECT enabled alarms
when installed.
Exclusive Voice Warning with Location will tell you the preprogrammed
location of the initiating unit and danger detected. Programmable up to
11 locations (ex. “basement”). When alarms sounds, if programmed for
basement it will say “Warning, evacuate, smoke in basement” along with
all other installed WIRELESS INTERCONNECT Voice alarms.
Spread Spectrum Horn Tone. Lower and varying horn frequency
makes it easier for elderly with normal age related hearing loss to hear
horn. Sweeps through the 2200 – 3400 Hz range.
RF Interconnect. Reliable and secure radio frequency communication
between alarms. 915 MHz frequency with 65,000 security codes and 3
channel frequency hopping.
Single Button Test/Silence eliminates confusion. Depending on what
mode the alarm is in, pushing the button provides different functions
such as testing the alarm, silencing the alarm, re-testing the alarm when
in silence and clearing the Latching features.
Two Silence Features. Temporarily silence low battery chirp for up to
eight hours before replacing low battery or silence an unwanted alarm
for several minutes.
Two Latching Features. Alarm Latch: Easily identifies initiating alarm
even after alarm condition has subsided. Low Battery Latch: Identifies
which unit is in low battery condition.
Perfect Mount System includes a gasketless base for easy installation
and a mounting bracket that keeps the alarm secure over a wide
rotation range to allow for perfect alignment.
End of Life Signal. Provides audible confirmation alarm needs to be
replaced.
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All First Alert
®
Smoke Alarms conform to regulatory requirements,
including UL217 and are designed to detect particles of combustion.
Smoke particles of varying number and size are produced in all fires.
Ionization technology is generally more sensitive than photoelectric
technology at detecting small particles, which tend to be produced
in greater amounts by flaming fires, which consume combustible
materials rapidly and spread quickly. Sources of these fires may include
paper burning in a wastebasket, or a grease fire in the kitchen.
Photoelectric technology is generally more sensitive than ionization
technology at detecting large particles, which tend to be produced
in greater amounts by smoldering fires, which may smolder for
hours before bursting into flame. Sources of these fires may include
cigarettes burning in couches or bedding.
For maximum protection, use both types of Smoke Alarms on
each level and in every bedroom of your home.
TO LOCK THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT
Do not lock the battery compartment until you install the
batteries and test the Alarm.
If the unit does not alarm during
testing, DO NOT lock the battery
compartment! Install new batteries
and test again. If the Alarm still does
not alarm, replace it immediately.
1. Using needle-nose pliers, detach
one locking pin from the mounting
bracket.
2. After batteries are inserted, then
push the locking pin through the
hole near the battery door latch on
the back of the Alarm.
OPTIONAL LOCKING FEATURES
TO LOCK THE MOUNTING BRACKET
1. Using needle-nose pliers, detach
one locking pin from the mounting
bracket.
2. Insert the locking pin through the
hole on the back of the Alarm as
shown in the diagram.
3. When you attach the Alarm to the
mounting bracket, the locking pin’s
head will fit into a notch on the
bracket.
The optional locking features are designed to prevent unauthorized removal of the batteries or alarm. It is not necessary to activate the locks
in single-family households where unauthorized battery or Alarm removal is not a concern.
These Alarms have two separate locking features: one to lock the battery compartment, and the other to lock the
Alarm to the mounting bracket. You can choose to use either feature independently, or use them both.
Tools you will need: Needle-nose pliers Standard flathead screwdriver.
Both locking features use locking pins, which are molded into the mounting bracket. Depending on which locking
features you use, remove one or both pins from the mounting bracket using needle-nose pliers.
To permanently remove either locking pin, insert a flathead screwdriver between the locking pin and the
lock, and pry the pin out of the lock.
TO UNLOCK THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT
1. Remove the Alarm from the
mounting bracket. If the unit is
locked to the bracket, see the
section “To Unlock the Mounting
Bracket.”
2. Insert a flathead screwdriver under
the head of the locking pin, and
gently pry it out of the battery
compartment lock. (If you plan to
relock the battery compartment,
save the locking pin.)
3. To relock the battery compartment,
close the battery door and reinsert
locking pin in lock.
4. Reattach the Alarm to the mounting
bracket.
When replacing the batteries, always
test the Alarm before relocking the battery compartment.
TO UNLOCK THE MOUNTING BRACKET
1. Insert a flathead screwdriver
into the rectangular cut-out on
the mounting bracket nearest to
the locking pin.
2. Pry the Alarm away from the bracket by
pushing up on the screwdriver and
turning the Alarm counterclockwise (left) at
the same time.
IF THE CO ALARM SOUNDS
Actuation of your CO Alarm indicates the presence of carbon
monoxide (CO) which can kill you. In other words, when your CO
Alarm sounds, you must not ignore it!
IF THE CO ALARM SIGNAL SOUNDS:
1. Operate the Test/Silence button.
2. Call your emergency 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 CO Alarm remains in its
normal condition.
4. After following steps 1-3, if your 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 here:
____________________________________________________________
“ALARM-MOVE TO FRESH AIR”
If you hear the CO alarm horn and the CO red light is flashing,
move everyone to a source of fresh air.
DO NOT remove the batteries!
IF YOUR SMOKE/CO ALARM SOUNDS
WHAT TO DO FIRST–IDENTIFY THE TYPE OF
ALARM SIGNAL
Refer to previous section What You Will See and Hear With This
Alarm”.
AFTER AN ALARM
After the emergency responders arrive, the premises aired out, and
your CO Alarm remains in its normal condition, you can check what
the highest carbon monoxide level sensed was:
Action:
1. Press & Hold Test Button
Alarm Will Say:
“Highest carbon monoxide level
was ___ ppm. Please see manual.”
“To clear highest carbon monoxide
level, press and hold test button
now.”
2. Press & Hold Test Button, if you
would like to clear the highest
level sensed.
If you would like to keep the
highest level in memory, do not
press anything.
“Highest carbon monoxide level
cleared.”
Alarm will say nothing.
IF THE SMOKE ALARM SOUNDS
RESPONDING TO AN ALARM
If the unit alarms and you are not testing the unit, it is warning
you of a potentially dangerous situation that requires your
immediate attention. NEVER ignore any alarm. Ignoring the
alarm may result in injury or death.
Never remove the batteries from a battery operated Smoke/CO
Alarm to stop an unwanted alarm (caused by cooking smoke,
etc.). Removing batteries disables the alarm so it cannot sense
smoke, and removes 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.
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
dressed 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
and 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, and
do a head count to make sure everybody got out safely.
Call the Fire Department as soon as possible from outside.
Give 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.
Alarms have various limitations. See “General Limitations of
Smoke/CO Alarms” for details.
USING THE SILENCE FEATURES
Never remove the batteries to quiet an unwanted alarm. Removing
the batteries disables the alarm and removes your protection.
The Silence Feature is intended to temporarily silence the horn while
you identify and correct the problem. Do not use the Silence Feature
in emergency situations. It will not correct a CO problem or extinguish
a fire.
The Silence Feature can temporarily quiet an unwanted alarm for several
minutes. You can silence this Smoke/CO Alarm by pressing the Test/
Silence button on the alarm cover for at least 3-5 seconds.
After the Test/Silence button is released, the Red LED blinks during the
silence mode.
When the Smoke Alarm
is Silenced
When the CO Alarm
is Silenced
The Smoke Alarm will remain
silent for up to 15 minutes, then
return to normal operation.
If the smoke has not cleared–or
continues to increase–the device
will go back into alarm.
The CO Alarm will remain silent
for up to 4 minutes.
After 4 minutes, if CO levels
remain potentially dangerous the
horn will start sounding again.
STEP BY STEP GUIDE TO PROGRAMMING
THIS ALARM
FOR FIRST TIME AND WHEN CHANGING BATTERIES
Action:
1. Insert batteries (2, AA batteries).
Alarm Will Say:
“Welcome, First Alert Smoke and
Carbon Monoxide Alarm.”
“No location programmed” if
first time or “[Location, example:
“Basement”] location programmed”
when changing batteries.
“To select location, press and
hold test button now.”
2. Press & Hold Test Button if
you would like to program the
location or change the location
of the Alarm. Release button
after Alarm responds.
“To save location, press and
hold test button after location is
heard.” Alarm will speak list of
locations (see below).
3. After you hear the location of
where you are placing the Alarm,
Press & Hold the Test Button.
“[Location, example: “Basement”]
location saved.”
If no location is chosen:
“No location saved.”
Your Alarm has now been programmed for the location of your choice.
Available locations:
Basement Kitchen Child’s Bedroom
Living Room Dining Room Master Bedroom
Family Room No Location Guest Bedroom
Office Hallway Utility Room
NOTE: Steps 1 through 3 need to be completed within two minutes.
If more than two minutes pass, the Green power LED will stop
blinking. Simply open the battery drawer of the second Alarm and
repeat steps 1 through 3.
1. Insert the batteries into the
battery drawer of the next
Alarm. DO NOT CLOSE THE
DRAWER.
2. Press and hold the test
button and then close the
battery drawer.
3. Once you hear the unit chirp,
release the test button.
The Green power LED will start to blink indicating the WIRELESS
INTERCONNECT Alarm is waiting for program data from one of the
other setup WIRELESS INTERCONNECT Alarms.
4. Press and hold the test button on the first Alarm, until the second
Alarm
chirps and its Green power LED stops blinking. Then release
the test button.
5. If you have purchased the hardwired battery back-up WIRELESS
INTERCONNECT Alarm, you can now connect the hardwired Alarm
by installing the three-wire connector on the ceiling to the Alarm.
6. Repeat steps 1-5 for additional WIRELESS INTERCONNECT
Alarms.
You have now successfully linked your new WIRELESS
INTERCONNECT Alarms.
To add additional Alarms at a later time, follow steps 1 through 5.
ADDING AND LINKING ADDITIONAL WIRELESS
INTERCONNECT ALARMS
WHERE THIS ALARM SHOULD NOT BE INSTALLED
Do NOT locate this Smoke/CO Alarm:
In garages, furnace rooms, crawl spaces and unfinished attics.
Avoid extremely dusty, dirty or greasy areas.
Where combustion particles are produced. Combustion particles
form when something burns. Areas to avoid include poorly ventilated
kitchens, garages, and furnace rooms. Keep units at least 20 feet
(6 meters) from the sources of combustion particles (stove, furnace,
water 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 recommended the Smoke Alarm be
placed as far from these fuel-burning sources as possible. The
placement recommendations 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 Alarm is
placed directly next to a fuel-burning source. Ventilate these areas
as much as possible.
Within 5 feet (1.5 meters) of any cooking appliance. In air streams
near kitchens. Air currents can draw cooking smoke into the smoke
sensor 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 room, utility room, or other source of high humidity.
In direct sunlight.
In turbulent air, like near ceiling fans or open windows. Blowing air
may prevent CO or smoke from reaching the sensors.
In areas where temperature is colder than 40˚ F (4.4˚ C) or hotter
than 100˚ F (37.8˚ 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 fluorescent 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 from reaching the Smoke/CO
Alarm. To 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 corner.
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, below typical “dead air”
spaces.
On a peaked, gabled, or cathedral ceiling, install first Smoke/CO
Alarm within 3 feet (0.9 meters) of the peak of the ceiling, measured
horizontally. Additional Smoke/CO Alarms may be required depending
on the length, angle, etc. of the ceiling’s slope. Refer to NFPA 72 for
details on requirements for sloped or peaked ceilings.
IMPORTANT! PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND SAVE.
This user’s manual contains important information about your
Combination Carbon Monoxide & Smoke Alarm’s operation. If you are
installing this Alarm for use by others, you must leave this manual—or
a copy of it—with the end user.
CONFORMS TO
UL STD 217
and
UL STD 2034
Printed in Mexico
M08-0146-028 J1
05/15
FIRE SAFETY TIPS
Follow safety rules and prevent hazardous situations: 1) Use smoking
materials properly. Never smoke in bed. 2) Keep matches or lighters
away from children; 3) Store flammable materials in proper containers;
4) Keep electrical appliances in good condition and don’t overload
electrical 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 important
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.
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 reaches the sensor. The Smoke Alarm
is not designed to sense gas, heat or flames.
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.
NEVER ignore any alarm. See “If Your Smoke/CO Alarm
Sounds” for more information on how to respond to an alarm.
Failure to respond can result in injury or death.
The Silence Features are for your convenience only and will
not correct a problem. See “Using the Silence Features” for
details. Always check your home for a potential problem after
any alarm. Failure to do so can result in injury or death.
Test this Smoke/CO Alarm once a week. If the Alarm ever fails
to test correctly, have it replaced immediately! If the Alarm is
not working properly, it cannot alert you to a problem.
This product is intended for use in ordinary indoor locations
of family living units. It is not designed to measure CO
levels in compliance with Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA) commercial or industrial standards.
Individuals with medical conditions that may make them more
sensitive to carbon monoxide may consider using warning
devices which provide audible and visual signals for carbon
monoxide concentrations under 30 ppm. For additional
information on carbon monoxide and your medical condition
contact your physician.
WIRELESS INTERCONNECT TALKING
COMBINATIONSMOKE/CARBON MONOXIDE
ALARM WITH PROGRAMMABLE LOCATION
Features:
Separate sensors to detect
smoke and CO; the two
alarm sensors work
independently
Voice with programmable
location
Separate audible and visual
signals to indicate alarm
levels of smoke or CO
Wireless interconnect
Powered by two “AA”
batteries
Side access drawer for
easy battery replacement
USER’S MANUAL
WHAT YOU WILL SEE AND HEAR WITH THIS ALARM
Under Normal Operations
Voice: Silent Power/Smoke LED: Flashes Green
once a minute
Horn: Silent CO LED: Off
When You Test the Alarm
Voice: “Testing.” Horn: 3 beeps, pause, 3 beeps; Voice: “Warning,
evacuate smoke in [Location, example: “Basement”].
Evacuate.”
Smoke LED: Flashes Red in sync with the horn pattern
Horn: 4 fast beeps, pause, 4 fast beeps;
Voice: “Warning, evacuate carbon monoxide in [Location, example:
“Basement”]. Evacuate.” Pause. “Highest carbon monoxide
level was [CO level example: _0_ ppm]”.
CO LED: Flashes Red in sync with the horn pattern
If Battery Becomes Low
Voice: “Replace battery in [Location, example “Kitchen”].” Repeated
every 5 hours
Horn: chirps once a minute
Power/ Smoke LED: Flashes Green On for 2 seconds/Off for
2 seconds. Low Battery Latch is now engaged.
CO LED: Off
If Alarm is Not Operating Properly (MALFUNCTION SIGNAL)
Voice: “Detector error in [Location, example “Kitchen”], please see
manual” (refer to Troubleshooting Guide).
Repeated every 5 hours
Horn: 3 chirps every minute
Power/Smoke LED: 3 Flashes approximately once a minute
CO LED: Off
Alarm has reached its End of Life
Voice: “Detector error in [Location, example “Basement”], please
see manual.” Repeated every 5 hours
Horn: 5 chirps every minute
Power/Smoke LED: 5 Flashes approximately once a minute
CO LED: Off
Alarm Levels of CO are Detected
Voice: “Warning, evacuate carbon monoxide in [Location, example:
“Kitchen”]. Evacuate.” “
____ ppm.”
Horn: 4 beeps, pause, 4 beeps, voice*
Power/Smoke LED: Off
CO LED: During Alarm: Flashes Red in sync with the horn pattern.
After Alarm: Flashes Red On for 2 seconds/Off for 2
seconds. CO Alarm Latch is now engaged.
*NOTE: If unit goes into CO alarm, the regular 4 beeps-brief pause
cycle will repeat for four minutes. After four minutes, the pause will
increase to one minute.
Smoke is Detected
Voice: “Warning, evacuate smoke in [Location, example:
“Kitchen”]. Evacuate.”
Horn: 3 beeps, pause, 3 beeps, voice
Power/ Smoke LED: During Alarm: Flashes Red in sync with the
horn pattern. After Alarm: Flashes Red On for 2 seconds/
Off for 2 seconds. Smoke Alarm Latch is now engaged.
CO LED: Off
Smoke Alarm is Silenced
Voice: Silent
Horn: Off
Power/Smoke LED: Flashes Red
CO LED: Off
CO Alarm is Silenced
Voice: Silent
Horn: Off
Power/Smoke LED: Off
CO LED: Flashes Red
Model
SCO500
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INSTALLATION
WHERE TO INSTALL THIS ALARM
Minimum coverage for Smoke Alarms, as recommended by the
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), is one Smoke Alarm
on every 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
each 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.
NOTE: For added protection, install an additional Smoke/CO Alarm at least
15 feet (4.6 meters) away from the furnace or fuel burning heat source
where possible. In smaller homes or in manufactured homes where this
distance cannot be maintained, install the Alarm as far away as possible
from the furnace or other fuel burning source. Installing the Alarm closer
than 15 feet (4.6 meters) will not harm the Alarm, but may increase the
frequency of unwanted alarms.
In general, install combination Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarms:
In the hall near every sleeping area. If your home has multiple
sleeping areas, install a unit in each. If a hall is more than 40 feet
(12 meters) long, install a unit at each end.
On every level of your home, including finished attics and basements.
Inside every bedroom, especially if people sleep with the door partly
or completely closed.
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 (4.4˚ C and 37.8˚ C).
Recommended Placement
When installing on the wall, the top edge of Smoke Alarms should
be 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 center
as possible.
In either case, install at least 4 inches (102 mm) from where the
wall and ceiling meet. See “Avoiding Dead Air Spaces” for more
information.
NOTE: For any location, make sure no door or other obstruction could
keep carbon monoxide or smoke from reaching the Alarm.
SUGGESTED AREAS FOR INSTALLING
SMOKE ALARMS, CO ALARMS, AND COMBO UNITS
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
before beginning any installation.
In new construction AC and AC/DC smoke alarms MUST
be interconnected to meet NFPA recommendations.
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HOW TO INSTALL THIS ALARM
For quick installation instructions see the “Quick and Easy Guide to
Programming Your WIRELESS INTERCONNECT Alarm and Using the
Optional Features”.
This combination Smoke/CO Alarm was designed to be mounted
on the ceiling or wall. It is not a tabletop device. You must install this
device on the ceiling or wall as outlined below. Read “Where To Install
This Alarm” before starting.
Tools you will need: pencil, drill
with 3/16” or 5mm drill bit,
Phillips screwdriver, hammer.
Do not install this unit over an electrical junction box. Air
currents around junction boxes can prevent smoke from
reaching the sensing chamber and prevent the unit from
alarming. Only AC powered units are intended for installation
over junction boxes.
If you want to lock the battery compartment, or lock the Smoke/CO
Alarm to the mounting bracket, please read the “Optional Locking
Features” section in the “Quick and Easy Guide to Programming
Your WIRELESS INTERCONNECT Alarm and Using the Optional
Features attachment before you begin installation.
1. Hold the mounting bracket against the ceiling (or wall) so the vertical
mounting slot is aligned in the 12 o’clock position and trace around
the inside of the mounting slots (vertical and horizontal mounting).
2. Put the unit where it won’t get covered with dust when you drill the
mounting holes.
3. Using a 3/16” (5 mm) drill bit, drill a hole through the center of the
oval outlines you traced.
4. Insert the plastic screw anchors (in the plastic bag with screws) into
the holes. Tap the screw anchors gently with a hammer, if necessary,
until they are flush with the ceiling or wall.
5. Line the mounting bracket up over the plastic screw anchors.
6. Screw the mounting bracket to the ceiling or wall through the
mounting slots using the two screws provided.
7. Attach the Smoke/CO Alarm to the mounting bracket. Line up the
guides on the alarm’s base with the guides
on the mounting bracket. When guides
are lined up, turn the base clockwise
(right) until it snaps into place.
NOTE: Once the Alarm is snapped
onto the mounting bracket, you
can rotate the Alarm to adjust the
alignment.
8. Test the Smoke/CO Alarm.
See “Weekly Testing” for details.
PARTS OF THIS SMOKE/CO ALARM
1 Test/Silence Button
2 Battery Compartment
3 Power/Smoke Alarm LED
4 CO Alarm LED
WIRELESS OPERATION
First Alert
®
WIRELESS INTERCONNECT Technology is the easy, cost-effective
way to provide your family with whole-home safety. All WIRELESS
INTERCONNECT Alarms communicate with each other without wires
or connectors. When one Alarm sounds, they all sound. This provides
your family with an earlier warning of potential danger, and gives you
more time to react.
The communication distance (range) between any two WIRELESS
INTERCONNECT Alarms is typically 50 feet (15 meters) inside of a
home. Some features of a home, such as the number of floors, number/
size of rooms, furniture and types of building materials used may
reduce the range of the Alarms. Examples include: suspended ceilings,
ductwork, large metallic appliances (refrigerators) and metal studs. A
feature of WIRELESS INTERCONNECT Alarms is that they operate as
a mesh network. All Alarms will repeat any alarm signal that is received
to all other WIRELESS INTERCONNECT Alarms. Interference from
structural conditions can be overcome by adding additional Alarms to
route the wireless signal around obstructions.
The range and proper operation of any wireless device will
vary depending on its surroundings. It is very important that
each Alarm is tested individually before and after installation
to make sure that all Alarms respond properly.
The WIRELESS INTERCONNECT Alarms are not to be used
outdoors or to transmit between buildings. The Alarms will
not communicate properly under these conditions.
Metal objects and metallic wallpaper may interfere with
signals from wireless Alarms. Alarms should be tested after
changes to your home such as remodeling, moving furniture,
and with metal doors opened and closed.
Your First Alert
®
WIRELESS INTERCONNECT Smoke/CO Alarm will
automatically communicate both potential fires and carbon monoxide
presence with all other First Alert
®
WIRELESS INTERCONNECTSmoke/
CO Alarms.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by BRK Brands,
Inc. could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing First Alert
®
for your Smoke and Carbon
Monoxide Alarm needs. You have purchased a state-of-the-art Smoke &
Carbon Monoxide Alarm designed to provide you with early warning of a
smoke and/or Carbon Monoxide danger. Key features include:
Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Combination Alarm. One alarm protects
against two deadly household threats.
WIRELESS INTERCONNECT Enabled. Alarm automatically
communicates with other WIRELESS INTERCONNECT enabled alarms
when installed.
Exclusive Voice Warning with Location will tell you the preprogrammed
location of the initiating unit and danger detected. Programmable up to
11 locations (ex. “basement”). When alarms sounds, if programmed for
basement it will say “Warning, evacuate, smoke in basement” along with
all other installed WIRELESS INTERCONNECT Voice alarms.
Spread Spectrum Horn Tone. Lower and varying horn frequency
makes it easier for elderly with normal age related hearing loss to hear
horn. Sweeps through the 2200 – 3400 Hz range.
RF Interconnect. Reliable and secure radio frequency communication
between alarms. 915 MHz frequency with 65,000 security codes and 3
channel frequency hopping.
Single Button Test/Silence eliminates confusion. Depending on what
mode the alarm is in, pushing the button provides different functions
such as testing the alarm, silencing the alarm, re-testing the alarm when
in silence and clearing the Latching features.
Two Silence Features. Temporarily silence low battery chirp for up to
eight hours before replacing low battery or silence an unwanted alarm
for several minutes.
Two Latching Features. Alarm Latch: Easily identifies initiating alarm
even after alarm condition has subsided. Low Battery Latch: Identifies
which unit is in low battery condition.
Perfect Mount System includes a gasketless base for easy installation
and a mounting bracket that keeps the alarm secure over a wide
rotation range to allow for perfect alignment.
End of Life Signal. Provides audible confirmation alarm needs to be
replaced.
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All First Alert
®
Smoke Alarms conform to regulatory requirements,
including UL217 and are designed to detect particles of combustion.
Smoke particles of varying number and size are produced in all fires.
Ionization technology is generally more sensitive than photoelectric
technology at detecting small particles, which tend to be produced
in greater amounts by flaming fires, which consume combustible
materials rapidly and spread quickly. Sources of these fires may include
paper burning in a wastebasket, or a grease fire in the kitchen.
Photoelectric technology is generally more sensitive than ionization
technology at detecting large particles, which tend to be produced
in greater amounts by smoldering fires, which may smolder for
hours before bursting into flame. Sources of these fires may include
cigarettes burning in couches or bedding.
For maximum protection, use both types of Smoke Alarms on
each level and in every bedroom of your home.
TO LOCK THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT
Do not lock the battery compartment until you install the
batteries and test the Alarm.
If the unit does not alarm during
testing, DO NOT lock the battery
compartment! Install new batteries
and test again. If the Alarm still does
not alarm, replace it immediately.
1. Using needle-nose pliers, detach
one locking pin from the mounting
bracket.
2. After batteries are inserted, then
push the locking pin through the
hole near the battery door latch on
the back of the Alarm.
OPTIONAL LOCKING FEATURES
TO LOCK THE MOUNTING BRACKET
1. Using needle-nose pliers, detach
one locking pin from the mounting
bracket.
2. Insert the locking pin through the
hole on the back of the Alarm as
shown in the diagram.
3. When you attach the Alarm to the
mounting bracket, the locking pin’s
head will fit into a notch on the
bracket.
The optional locking features are designed to prevent unauthorized removal of the batteries or alarm. It is not necessary to activate the locks
in single-family households where unauthorized battery or Alarm removal is not a concern.
These Alarms have two separate locking features: one to lock the battery compartment, and the other to lock the
Alarm to the mounting bracket. You can choose to use either feature independently, or use them both.
Tools you will need: Needle-nose pliers Standard flathead screwdriver.
Both locking features use locking pins, which are molded into the mounting bracket. Depending on which locking
features you use, remove one or both pins from the mounting bracket using needle-nose pliers.
To permanently remove either locking pin, insert a flathead screwdriver between the locking pin and the
lock, and pry the pin out of the lock.
TO UNLOCK THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT
1. Remove the Alarm from the
mounting bracket. If the unit is
locked to the bracket, see the
section “To Unlock the Mounting
Bracket.”
2. Insert a flathead screwdriver under
the head of the locking pin, and
gently pry it out of the battery
compartment lock. (If you plan to
relock the battery compartment,
save the locking pin.)
3. To relock the battery compartment,
close the battery door and reinsert
locking pin in lock.
4. Reattach the Alarm to the mounting
bracket.
When replacing the batteries, always
test the Alarm before relocking the battery compartment.
TO UNLOCK THE MOUNTING BRACKET
1. Insert a flathead screwdriver
into the rectangular cut-out on
the mounting bracket nearest to
the locking pin.
2. Pry the Alarm away from the bracket by
pushing up on the screwdriver and
turning the Alarm counterclockwise (left) at
the same time.
IF THE CO ALARM SOUNDS
Actuation of your CO Alarm indicates the presence of carbon
monoxide (CO) which can kill you. In other words, when your CO
Alarm sounds, you must not ignore it!
IF THE CO ALARM SIGNAL SOUNDS:
1. Operate the Test/Silence button.
2. Call your emergency 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 CO Alarm remains in its
normal condition.
4. After following steps 1-3, if your 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 here:
____________________________________________________________
“ALARM-MOVE TO FRESH AIR”
If you hear the CO alarm horn and the CO red light is flashing,
move everyone to a source of fresh air.
DO NOT remove the batteries!
IF YOUR SMOKE/CO ALARM SOUNDS
WHAT TO DO FIRST–IDENTIFY THE TYPE OF
ALARM SIGNAL
Refer to previous section What You Will See and Hear With This
Alarm”.
AFTER AN ALARM
After the emergency responders arrive, the premises aired out, and
your CO Alarm remains in its normal condition, you can check what
the highest carbon monoxide level sensed was:
Action:
1. Press & Hold Test Button
Alarm Will Say:
“Highest carbon monoxide level
was ___ ppm. Please see manual.”
“To clear highest carbon monoxide
level, press and hold test button
now.”
2. Press & Hold Test Button, if you
would like to clear the highest
level sensed.
If you would like to keep the
highest level in memory, do not
press anything.
“Highest carbon monoxide level
cleared.”
Alarm will say nothing.
IF THE SMOKE ALARM SOUNDS
RESPONDING TO AN ALARM
If the unit alarms and you are not testing the unit, it is warning
you of a potentially dangerous situation that requires your
immediate attention. NEVER ignore any alarm. Ignoring the
alarm may result in injury or death.
Never remove the batteries from a battery operated Smoke/CO
Alarm to stop an unwanted alarm (caused by cooking smoke,
etc.). Removing batteries disables the alarm so it cannot sense
smoke, and removes 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.
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
dressed 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
and 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, and
do a head count to make sure everybody got out safely.
Call the Fire Department as soon as possible from outside.
Give 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.
Alarms have various limitations. See “General Limitations of
Smoke/CO Alarms” for details.
USING THE SILENCE FEATURES
Never remove the batteries to quiet an unwanted alarm. Removing
the batteries disables the alarm and removes your protection.
The Silence Feature is intended to temporarily silence the horn while
you identify and correct the problem. Do not use the Silence Feature
in emergency situations. It will not correct a CO problem or extinguish
a fire.
The Silence Feature can temporarily quiet an unwanted alarm for several
minutes. You can silence this Smoke/CO Alarm by pressing the Test/
Silence button on the alarm cover for at least 3-5 seconds.
After the Test/Silence button is released, the Red LED blinks during the
silence mode.
When the Smoke Alarm
is Silenced
When the CO Alarm
is Silenced
The Smoke Alarm will remain
silent for up to 15 minutes, then
return to normal operation.
If the smoke has not cleared–or
continues to increase–the device
will go back into alarm.
The CO Alarm will remain silent
for up to 4 minutes.
After 4 minutes, if CO levels
remain potentially dangerous the
horn will start sounding again.
STEP BY STEP GUIDE TO PROGRAMMING
THIS ALARM
FOR FIRST TIME AND WHEN CHANGING BATTERIES
Action:
1. Insert batteries (2, AA batteries).
Alarm Will Say:
“Welcome, First Alert Smoke and
Carbon Monoxide Alarm.”
“No location programmed” if
first time or “[Location, example:
“Basement”] location programmed”
when changing batteries.
“To select location, press and
hold test button now.”
2. Press & Hold Test Button if
you would like to program the
location or change the location
of the Alarm. Release button
after Alarm responds.
“To save location, press and
hold test button after location is
heard.” Alarm will speak list of
locations (see below).
3. After you hear the location of
where you are placing the Alarm,
Press & Hold the Test Button.
“[Location, example: “Basement”]
location saved.”
If no location is chosen:
“No location saved.”
Your Alarm has now been programmed for the location of your choice.
Available locations:
Basement Kitchen Child’s Bedroom
Living Room Dining Room Master Bedroom
Family Room No Location Guest Bedroom
Office Hallway Utility Room
NOTE: Steps 1 through 3 need to be completed within two minutes.
If more than two minutes pass, the Green power LED will stop
blinking. Simply open the battery drawer of the second Alarm and
repeat steps 1 through 3.
1. Insert the batteries into the
battery drawer of the next
Alarm. DO NOT CLOSE THE
DRAWER.
2. Press and hold the test
button and then close the
battery drawer.
3. Once you hear the unit chirp,
release the test button.
The Green power LED will start to blink indicating the WIRELESS
INTERCONNECT Alarm is waiting for program data from one of the
other setup WIRELESS INTERCONNECT Alarms.
4. Press and hold the test button on the first Alarm, until the second
Alarm
chirps and its Green power LED stops blinking. Then release
the test button.
5. If you have purchased the hardwired battery back-up WIRELESS
INTERCONNECT Alarm, you can now connect the hardwired Alarm
by installing the three-wire connector on the ceiling to the Alarm.
6. Repeat steps 1-5 for additional WIRELESS INTERCONNECT
Alarms.
You have now successfully linked your new WIRELESS
INTERCONNECT Alarms.
To add additional Alarms at a later time, follow steps 1 through 5.
ADDING AND LINKING ADDITIONAL WIRELESS
INTERCONNECT ALARMS
WHERE THIS ALARM SHOULD NOT BE INSTALLED
Do NOT locate this Smoke/CO Alarm:
In garages, furnace rooms, crawl spaces and unfinished attics.
Avoid extremely dusty, dirty or greasy areas.
Where combustion particles are produced. Combustion particles
form when something burns. Areas to avoid include poorly ventilated
kitchens, garages, and furnace rooms. Keep units at least 20 feet
(6 meters) from the sources of combustion particles (stove, furnace,
water 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 recommended the Smoke Alarm be
placed as far from these fuel-burning sources as possible. The
placement recommendations 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 Alarm is
placed directly next to a fuel-burning source. Ventilate these areas
as much as possible.
Within 5 feet (1.5 meters) of any cooking appliance. In air streams
near kitchens. Air currents can draw cooking smoke into the smoke
sensor 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 room, utility room, or other source of high humidity.
In direct sunlight.
In turbulent air, like near ceiling fans or open windows. Blowing air
may prevent CO or smoke from reaching the sensors.
In areas where temperature is colder than 40˚ F (4.4˚ C) or hotter
than 100˚ F (37.8˚ 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 fluorescent 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 from reaching the Smoke/CO
Alarm. To 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 corner.
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, below typical “dead air”
spaces.
On a peaked, gabled, or cathedral ceiling, install first Smoke/CO
Alarm within 3 feet (0.9 meters) of the peak of the ceiling, measured
horizontally. Additional Smoke/CO Alarms may be required depending
on the length, angle, etc. of the ceiling’s slope. Refer to NFPA 72 for
details on requirements for sloped or peaked ceilings.
IMPORTANT! PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND SAVE.
This user’s manual contains important information about your
Combination Carbon Monoxide & Smoke Alarm’s operation. If you are
installing this Alarm for use by others, you must leave this manual—or
a copy of it—with the end user.
CONFORMS TO
UL STD 217
and
UL STD 2034
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