BRK 5001L RF-Interconnected smoke and carbon monoxide alarms User Manual users manual

BRK Brands Inc RF-Interconnected smoke and carbon monoxide alarms users manual

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IF THE CO ALARM SOUNDSActuation of your CO Alarm indicates the presence of carbon monoxide(CO) which can kill you. In other words, when your CO Alarm sounds, youmust 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 theemergency services responder has arrived, the premises have been airedout,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 investi-gate for sources of CO from fuel-burning equipment and appliances, andinspect for proper operation of this equipment. If problems are identifiedduring this inspection have the equipment serviced immediately. Note anycombustion equipment not inspected by the technician, and consult themanufacturers’ instructions, or contact the manufacturers directly, for moreinformation about CO safety and this equipment. Make sure that motorvehicles are not,and have not, been operating in an attached garage oradjacent to the residence. Write down the number of a qualified appliancetechnician 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!3Model SCO500Printed in MexicoM08-0146-000 Q04/05IMPORTANT! PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND SAVE.This user’s manual contains important information about your CombinationCarbon Monoxide & Smoke Alarm’s operation. If you are installing thisAlarm for use by others, you must leave this manual—or a copy of it—withthe end user.All Rights Reserved. © 2005 BRK Brands, Inc.BRK Brands, Inc., 3901 Liberty Street Road, Aurora, IL 60504-8122Consumer Affairs: (800) 323-9005 • www.firstalert.comINTRODUCTIONFIRE SAFETY TIPSFollow safety rules and prevent hazardous situations: 1) Use smoking materials properly. Never smoke in bed. 2) Keep matches or lighters away fromchildren; 3) Store flammable materials in proper containers; 4) Keep electricalappliances in good condition and don’t overload electrical circuits; 5) Keepstoves, barbecue grills, fireplaces and chimneys grease- and debris-free; 6) Never leave anything cooking on the stove unattended; 7) Keep portableheaters 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 theyare not working properly. Smoke Alarms that do not work cannot alert you to afire. Keep at least one working fire extinguisher on every floor, and an additionalone in the kitchen. Have fire escape ladders or other reliable means of escapefrom an upper floor in case stairs are blocked.BASIC SAFETY INFORMATION• Dangers, Warnings, and Cautions alert you to important operatinginstructions or to potentially hazardous situations. Pay specialattention 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 separatealarms. 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. TheSmoke Alarm will only indicate the presence of smoke that reachesthe sensor. The Smoke Alarm is not designed to sense gas, heat orflames.• 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” formore information on how to respond to an alarm. Failure to respondcan 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 totest 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 carbonmonoxide may consider using warning devices which provide audible and visual signals for carbon monoxide concentrationsunder 30 ppm. For additional information on carbon monoxide and your medical condition contact your physician.5 6 7 1 2ONELINKTMTALKING COMBINATIONSMOKE/CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM WITH PROGRAMMABLE LOCATION4Printed in Mexico M08-0146-000 Q04/05First Alert®is a registered trademark of the First Alert Trust.WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT COWHAT IS CO?CO is an invisible, odorless, tasteless gas produced when fossil fuels do notburn completely, or are exposed to heat (usually fire). Electrical appliances typically do not produce CO.These fuels include: Wood, coal, charcoal, oil, natural gas, gasoline, kerosene,and propane.Common appliances are often sources of CO. If they are not properly main-tained, 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 weatherproofing can “trap” CO inside.SYMPTOMS OF CO POISONINGThese symptoms are related to CO POISONING and should be discussedwith ALL household members.Mild Exposure: Slight headache, nausea, vomiting, fatigue (“flu-like” symptoms).Medium Exposure: Throbbing headache, drowsiness, confusion, fast heart rate.Extreme Exposure: Convulsions, unconsciousness, heart and lung failure.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 alarmbefore the onset of symptoms in average, healthy adults. Why is this important?Because you need to be warned of a potential CO problem while you can stillreact in time. In many reported cases of CO exposure, victims may be awarethat they are not feeling well, but become disoriented and can no longer reactwell enough to exit the building or get help. Also, young children and pets maybe the first affected. The average healthy adult might not feel any symptomswhen 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 mildsymptoms of CO poisoning, consult your doctor immediately!FINDING THE SOURCE OF CO AFTER AN ALARMCarbon monoxide is an odorless, invisible gas, which often makes it difficult tolocate the source of CO after an alarm. These are a few of the factors that canmake 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 difficult to locate the source of CO. BRK Brands, Inc. shall not be obligatedto pay for any carbon monoxide investigation or service call.POTENTIAL SOURCES OF CO IN THE HOMEFuel-burning appliances like:portable heater, gas or wood burning fireplace, gas kitchen range or cooktop, gas clothes dryer.Damaged or insufficient venting:corroded or disconnected water heatervent pipe, leaking chimney pipe or flue,or cracked heat exchanger, blocked orclogged chimney opening.Improper use of appliance/device:operating a barbecue grill or vehicle in an enclosed area (like a garage orscreened porch).Transient CO Problems: “transient” or on-again-off-again CO problems canbe caused by outdoor conditions and other special circumstances.The following conditions can result in transient CO situations:1. Excessive spillage or reverse venting of fuel appliances caused by outdoorconditions such as:• Wind direction and/or velocity, including high, gusty winds. Heavy air inthe vent pipes (cold/humid air with extended periods between cycles).• Negative pressure differential resulting from the use of exhaust fans.• Several appliances running at the same time competing for limitedfresh air.• Vent pipe connections vibrating loose from clothes dryers, furnaces, orwater heaters.• Obstructions in or unconventional vent pipe designs which can amplifythe above situations.2.Extended operation of unvented fuel burning devices (range, oven, fireplace).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.These conditions are dangerous because they can trap exhaust in your home.Since these conditions can come and go, they are also hard to recreate duringa CO investigation.HOW CAN I PROTECT MY FAMILY FROM CO POISONING?ACO Alarm is an excellent means of protection. It monitors the air and soundsa loud alarm before Carbon Monoxide levels become threatening for average,healthy adults.ACO Alarm is not a substitute for proper maintenance of home appliances.To help prevent CO problems and reduce the risk of CO poisoning:• Clean chimneys and flues yearly. Keep them free of debris, leaves, andnests for proper air flow. Also, have a professional check for rust andcorrosion,cracks,or separations. These conditions can prevent properair movement and cause backdrafting. Never “cap” or cover a chimneyin any way that would block air flow.• Test and maintain all fuel-burning equipment annually. Many local gasor oil companies and HVAC companies offer appliance inspections fora nominal fee.• Make regular visual inspections of all fuel-burning appliances. Checkappliances for excessive rust and scaling. Also check the flame on theburner and pilot lights. The flame should be blue. A yellow flame meansfuel is not being burned completely and CO may be present. Keep theblower door on the furnace closed. Use vents or fans when they areavailable on all fuel-burning appliances. Make sure appliances are vent-ed to the outside. Do not grill or barbecue indoors, or in garages or onscreen porches.• Check for exhaust backflow from CO sources. Check the draft hoodon an operating furnace for a backdraft. Look for cracks on furnaceheat 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 windowsand doors can significantly decrease CO levels.In addition, familiarize yourself with all enclosed materials. Read thismanual in its entirety, and make sure you understand what to do if yourCO Alarm sounds.REGULATORY INFORMATION FOR SMOKE/CO ALARMSREGULATORY INFORMATION FOR CO ALARMSWHAT LEVELS OF CO CAUSE AN ALARM?Underwriters Laboratories Inc. Standard UL2034 requires residential COAlarms to sound when exposed to levels of CO and exposure times asdescribed below. They are measured in parts per million (ppm) of CO over time (in minutes).UL2034 Required Alarm Points*:• If the alarm is exposed to 400 ppm of CO, IT MUST ALARM BETWEEN4 and 15 MINUTES.• If the alarm is exposed to 150 ppm of CO, IT MUST ALARM BETWEEN10 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 15% to 95% RelativeHumidity (RH).The unit is designed not to alarm when exposed to a constant level of 30 ppm for 30 days.CO Alarms are 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, healthyadults after 35 minutes, but can cause death after 2 hours.Standards: Underwriters Laboratories Inc. Single and Multiple Station carbonmonoxide alarms UL2034.According to Underwriters Laboratories Inc. UL2034, Section 1-1.2: “Carbonmonoxide alarms covered by these requirements are intended to respond to thepresence of carbon monoxide from sources such as, but not limited to, exhaustfrom internal-combustion engines, abnormal operation of fuel-fired appliances,and fireplaces. CO Alarms are intended to alarm at carbon monoxide levelsbelow those that could cause a loss of ability to react to the dangers of CarbonMonoxide exposure.” This CO Alarm monitors the air at the Alarm, and isdesigned 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. UL tested for falsealarm resistance to Methane (500 ppm), Butane (300 ppm), Heptane (500 ppm),Ethyl Acetate (200 ppm), Isopropyl Alcohol (200 ppm) and Carbon Dioxide (5000ppm). Values measure gas and vapor concentrations in parts per million.Audible Alarm: 85dB minimum at 10 feet (3 meters).Continued...LIMITED WARRANTYBRK Brands, Inc., ("BRK") the maker of First Alert®brand products warrants that for a period of five years from the date of purchase, this 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 found to be defective during the warranty period. Replacement will be made with a new or remanufactured product or component. If the product is no longer available, replacement may be made with a similarproduct of equal or greater value. This is your exclusive warranty.This warranty is valid for the original retail purchaser from the date of initial retail purchase and is not transferable. Keep the original sales receipt. Proof of purchase isrequired to obtain warranty performance. BRK dealers, service centers, or retail stores selling BRK products do not have the right to alter, modify or any way change theterms and conditions of this warranty.This 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 current, use contrary to the operating instructions, disassembly, repair or alteration by anyone other than BRK or an authorized service center. Further, 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 applica-ble 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 orjurisdictions 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 ServiceService: If service is required, do not return 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 purchase available when calling.303 Nelson Avenue, Neosho, MO 64850-8806.Battery: BRK Brands, Inc. make no warranty, express or implied, written or oral, including that of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose with respect to battery.ABOUT SMOKE ALARMSBattery (DC) operated Smoke Alarms: Provide protection even when electricity fails, provided the batteries are fresh and correctly installed. Units are easy to install, and do not require professional installation.AC powered Smoke Alarms: Can be interconnected so if one unit sensessmoke, 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 beinstalled by a qualified electrician.ONELINKTM Smoke Alarms with battery (DC) back-up: Interconnects with all ONELINKTMenabled Smoke and Smoke/CO Alarms without wires or con-nectors, so when one alarm sounds, they all sound. Will operate if electricityfails, provided the batteries are fresh and correctly installed. Units are easy toinstall, and do not require professional installation.Smoke/CO Alarms for Solar or Wind Energy users and battery backuppower systems: AC powered Smoke/CO Alarms should only be operated with true or pure sine wave inverters. Operating this 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 aboutyour inverter or UPS type, please consult with the manufacturer to verify.Smoke Alarms for the hearing impaired: Special purpose Smoke Alarmsshould be installed for the hearing impaired. They include a visual alarm and anaudible alarm horn, and meet the requirements of the Americans With DisabilitiesAct. Can be interconnected 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 reachesthe Alarm. If you are unsure which type of Smoke Alarm to install, refer theNational Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standard 72 (National Fire AlarmCode) and NFPA 101 (Life Safety Code). National Fire Protection Association,One Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269-9101. Local building codes may alsorequire specific units in new construction or in different areas of the home.Features:•Separate sensors to detect smokeand CO; the two alarm sensorswork 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 replacementAll 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 photoelectrictechnology at detecting small particles, which tend to be produced in greater amounts by flaming fires, which consume combustiblematerials rapidly and spread quickly. Sources of these fires may includepaper burning in a wastebasket, or a grease fire in the kitchen.Photoelectric technology is generally more sensitive than ionizationtechnology at detecting large particles, which tend to be produced ingreater amounts by smoldering fires, which may smolder for hoursbefore 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 eachlevel and in every bedroom of your home.SPECIAL COMPLIANCE CONSIDERATIONSThis unit alone is not a suitable substitute for complete fire detection systemsin places housing many people—like apartment buildings, condominiums,hotels, motels, dormitories, hospitals, long-term health care facilities, nursinghomes, day care facilities, or group homes of any kind—even if they wereonce single-family homes. It is not a suitable substitute for complete firedetection systems in warehouses, industrial facilities, commercial buildings,and special-purpose non-residential buildings which require special firedetection and alarm systems. Depending on the building codes in your area,this unit may be used to provide additional protection in these facilities.The following information applies to all five types of buildings listed below:In new construction, most building codes require the use of AC or AC/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 toNFPA 72 (National Fire Alarm Code) and NFPA 101 (Life Safety Code), localbuilding codes, or consult your Fire Department for detailed fire protectionrequirements in buildings not defined as “households.”1. Single-Family Residence: Single family home, townhouse. It is recom-mended this unit be installed on every level of the home, in every bedroom,and in each bedroom hallway.2. Multi-Family or Mixed Occupant Residence: Apartment building,condominium. This unit is suitable for use in individual apartments or condos,provided a primary fire detection system already exists to meet fire detectionrequirements in common areas like lobbies, hallways, or porches. Using thisunit in common areas may not provide sufficient warning to all residents ormeet local fire protection ordinances/regulations.3. Institutions: Hospitals, day care 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 detectionrequirements in common areas like lobbies, hallways, or porches. Using thisunit in common areas may not provide sufficient warning to all residents ormeet local fire protection ordinances/regulations.4. Hotels and Motels: Also boarding houses and dormitories. This unit is suitable for use inside individual sleeping/resident rooms, provided a primaryfire detection system already exists to meet fire detection requirements in common areas like lobbies, hallways, or porches. Using this unit in commonareas may not provide sufficient warning to all residents or meet local fire protection ordinances/regulations.5. Warehouses/Commercial Buildings: DO NOTuse this Smoke/CO Alarm inwarehouses, industrial or commercial buildings, special-purpose non-residentialbuildings, RVs, boats, or airplanes. This Smoke/CO Alarm is specificallydesigned for residential use, and may not provide adequate protection in non-residential applications.TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDEIf the Alarm... Problem... You should...Horn "chirps" about once per minute; Voice: "Replace battery in [Location]" every 5 hoursLow battery warning. Install two new AA batteries*.Horn does three rapid "chirps" every minute; Voice: "Detector error in [Location, example"Kitchen"], please see manual" repeated every 5 hours; LED has 3 rapid flashes with "chirps".Device is not working properly, and needs to bereplaced.Units under warranty should be returned to manufacturer for replacement. See “LimitedWarranty” for details.Carbon Monoxide Alarm ONLY:CO Alarm goes back into alarm 4 minutes after youSilence it.CO levels indicate a potentially dangerous situation. IF YOU ARE FEELING SYMPTOMS OF CO POISONING, EVACUATE your home and call 911or the Fire Department. Refer to "If The CO AlarmSounds" for details.CO Alarm sounds frequently even though no high levels of CO are revealed in an investigation.The CO Alarm may be improperly located. Refer to“Where to Install This Alarm” for details.Relocate your Alarm. If frequent alarms continue,have home rechecked for potential CO problems.You may be experiencing an intermittent CO problem.Smoke Alarm ONLY:Smoke Alarm sounds when no smoke is visible.Unwanted alarm may be caused by non-emergencysource like cooking smoke.Silence Alarm using manual button; clean theAlarm’s cover with a soft, clean cloth. If frequentunwanted alarms continue, relocate your Alarm.Alarm may be too close to a kitchen, cooking appliance, or steamy bathroom.*For a list of acceptable replacement batteries, see “Regular Maintenance.”If you have questions that cannot be answered by reading this manual, call Consumer Affairs at 1-800-323-9005, M-F 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (CST)For your records, please record:Date Purchased: ______________ Where Purchased: _____________________This Smoke/CO Alarm is intended for residential use. It is not intended for usein industrial applications where Occupational Safety and Health Administration(OSHA) requirements for Carbon Monoxide Alarms must be met. The SmokeAlarm portion of this device is not intended to alert hearing impaired residents.Special purpose Smoke Alarms should be installed for hearing impaired resi-dents (CO Alarms are not yet available for the hearing impaired).Smoke/CO Alarms may not waken all individuals. Practice the escape plan at least twice a year, making sure that everyone is involved – from kids tograndparents. Allow children to master fire escape planning and practice beforeholding a fire drill at night when they are sleeping. If children or others do notreadily waken to the sound of the Smoke/CO Alarm, or if there are infants orfamily members with mobility limitations, make sure that someone is assignedto assist them in fire drill and in the event of an emergency. It is recommendedthat you hold a fire drill while family members are sleeping in order to deter-mine their response to the sound of the Smoke/CO Alarm while sleeping and to determine whether they may need assistance in the event of an emergency.Smoke/COAlarms cannot work without power. Battery operated units cannotwork if the batteries are missing, disconnected or dead, if the wrong type of batteries are used, or if the batteries are not installed correctly. AC units cannotwork if the AC power is cut off for any reason (open fuse or circuit breaker, failurealong a power line or at a power station, electrical fire that burns the electricalwires,etc.). If you are concerned about the limitations of battery or AC power,install both types of units.This Smoke/CO Alarm will not sense smoke or CO that does not reach the sensors. It will only sense smoke or CO at the sensor. Smoke or CO maybe present in other areas. Doors or other obstructions may affect the rate atwhich CO or smoke reaches the sensors. If bedroom doors are usually closedat night, we recommend you install an alarm device (Combination CO andSmoke Alarm,or separate CO Alarms and Smoke Alarms) in each bedroomand in the hallway between them.This Smoke/CO Alarm may not sense smoke or CO on another level of the home.Example: This alarm device, installed on the second floor, may notsense smoke or CO in the basement. For this reason, one alarm device may not give adequate early warning. Recommended minimum protection is onealarm device in every sleeping area, every bedroom, and on every level of yourhome.Some experts recommend battery powered Smoke and CO Alarms beused in conjunction with interconnected AC powered Smoke Alarms. Fordetails, see “About Smoke Alarms” for details.Smoke/CO Alarms may not be heard. The alarm horn loudness meets orexceeds current UL standards of 85 dB at 10 feet (3 meters). However, if theSmoke/CO Alarm is installed outside the bedroom, it may not wake up a soundsleeper 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. Evenpersons 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 condi-tioner, or other appliances may also prevent alert persons from hearing the alarmhorn. 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 from 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 explosionsresulting from escaping gas.This Smoke/CO Alarm is not a substitute for life insurance. Though thisSmoke/CO Alarm warns against increasing CO levels or the presence ofsmoke, BRK Brands, Inc. does not warrant or imply in any way that they willprotect lives. Homeowners and renters must still insure their lives.This Smoke/CO Alarm 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, youmust test this device weekly. The unit should be replaced immediately if it isnot operating properly. All Smoke/CO Alarms need to be replaced every 5years. All Smoke Alarms need to be replaced every 10 years.This Smoke/CO Alarm is not foolproof. Like all other electronic devices, thisSmoke/CO Alarm has limitations. It can only detect smoke or CO that reachesthe sensors. It may not give early warning of the source of smoke or CO is in aremote part of the home, away from the alarm device.GENERAL LIMITATIONS OF SMOKE/CO ALARMSUSER’S MANUALFor additional coverage, it is recommended that you install a Smoke Alarm inall rooms, halls, storage areas, finished attics, and basements, where tempera-tures normally remain between 40˚ F (4˚ C) and 100˚ F (38˚ C). Make sure nodoor 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 orcompletely closed.•In the hall near every sleeping area. If your home has multiple sleepingareas, 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.Specific requirements for Smoke Alarm installation vary from state to state and from region to region. Check with your local Fire Department for currentrequirements in your area. It is recommended AC or AC/DC units be inter-connected for added protection.AGENCY PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONSThis equipment should be installed in accordance with NFPA (National FireProtection Association) 72 and 101. National Fire Protection Association,One Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269-9101. Additional local building and regulatory codes may apply in your area. Always check compliancerequirements before beginning any installation.NFPA 72 (National Fire Code)Smoke Alarms shall be installed in each separate sleeping room, outside eachsleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms and on each additionalstory of the family living unit, including basements and excluding crawl spacesand unfinished attics.In new construction, Alarms shall be so arranged that operation of any one Alarmshall cause the operation of all Alarms within the dwelling.Smoke Detection-Are More Smoke Alarms Desirable? The required number ofSmoke Alarms might not provide reliable early warning protection for those areasseparated by a door from the areas protected by the required Smoke Alarms.For this reason, it is recommended that the householder consider the use ofadditional Smoke Alarms for those areas for increased protection. The additionalareas include the basement, bedrooms, dining room, furnace room, utility room,and hallways not protected by the required Smoke Alarms. The installation ofSmoke Alarms in kitchens, attics (finished or unfinished), or garages is not normally recommended, as these locations occasionally experience conditionsthat can result in improper operation.WHAT YOU WILL SEE AND HEAR WITH THIS ALARMUnder Normal OperationsVoice: Silent Power/Smoke LED: Flashes Green once aminuteHorn: Silent CO LED: OffWhen You Test the AlarmVoice: “Testing.”“Warning, evacuate smoke in [Location, example:“Kitchen”]. Evacuate.”Horn: 3 beeps, pause, 3 beeps, voicePower/Smoke LED: Flashes RedCO LED: Offfollowed byVoice: “Warning, evacuate carbon monoxide in [Location, example:“Kitchen”]. Evacuate.”Horn: 4 beeps, pause, 4 beeps, voicePower/Smoke LED: OffCO LED: Flashes RedIf Battery Becomes Low or is MissingVoice: “Replace battery in [Location, example “Kitchen”].” Repeated every 5 hoursHorn: chirps once a minutePower/Smoke LED: Flashes approximately once a minuteCO LED: OffIf Alarm is Not Operating ProperlyVoice: “Detector error in [Location, example “Kitchen”], please see manual” (refer to Troubleshooting Guide). Repeated every 5 hours.Horn: Three rapid chirps every minutePower/Smoke LED: Flashes approximately once a minuteCO LED: OffAlarm Levels of CO are DetectedVoice: “Warning, evacuate carbon monoxide in [Location, example:“Kitchen”]. Evacuate.” “____ ppm.”Horn: 4 beeps, pause, 4 beeps, voice*Power/Smoke LED: OffCO LED: Flashes Red*NOTE: If unit goes into CO alarm, the regular 4 beeps-brief pause cycle willrepeat for four minutes. After four minutes, the pause will increase to one minute.Smoke is DetectedVoice: “Warning, evacuate smoke in [Location, example: “Kitchen”].Evacuate.”Horn: 3 beeps, pause, 3 beeps, voicePower/Smoke LED: Flashes RedCO LED: OffSmoke Alarm is SilencedVoice: “Horn silenced. Detectoractive.”Horn: OffPower/Smoke LED: Flashes RedCO LED: OffCO Alarm is SilencedVoice: “Horn silenced. Detectoractive.”Horn: OffPower/Smoke LED: OffCO LED: Flashes RedINSTALLATIONWHERE TO INSTALL THIS ALARMMinimum coverage for Smoke Alarms,as recommended by the NationalFire Protection Association (NFPA), is one Smoke Alarm on every floor, in everysleeping area, and in every bedroom (See “Regulatory Information For SmokeAlarms” for details on the NFPA recommendations).For CO Alarms, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recommendsthat a CO Alarm should be centrally located outside of each separate sleepingarea in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms. For added protection, installadditional CO Alarms in each separate bedroom, and on every level of yourhome.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 can-not be maintained, install the Alarm as far away as possible from the furnace orother fuel burning source. Installing the Alarm closer than 15 feet (4.6 meters) willnot 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 sleepingareas, 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 orcompletely 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˚ C and 38˚ C).Recommended Placement• When installing on the wall, the top edge of Smoke Alarms should beplaced between 4 inches (102 mm) and 12 inches (305 mm) from thewall/ceiling line.• When installing on the ceiling, place the Alarm as close to the center aspossible.•In either case, install at least 4 inches (102 mm) from where the wall andceiling meet. See “Avoiding Dead Air Spaces” for more information.NOTE: For any location, make sure no door or other obstruction could keepcarbon monoxide or smoke from reaching the Alarm.Installing Smoke/CO Alarms in Mobile HomesFor minimum security install one Smoke/CO Alarm as close to each sleepingarea as possible. For more security, put one unit in each room. Many oldermobile homes (especially those built before 1978) have little or no insulation.If your mobile home is not well insulated, or if you are unsure of the amount of insulation, it is important to install units on inside walls only.WHERE THIS ALARM SHOULD NOT BE INSTALLEDDo NOT locate this Smoke/CO Alarm:• In garages, furnace rooms, crawl spaces and unfinished attics. Avoidextremely dusty, dirty or greasy areas.•Where combustion particles are produced. Combustion particles formwhen something burns. Areas to avoid include poorly ventilated kitchens,garages, and furnace rooms. Keep units at least 20 feet (6 meters) fromthe sources of combustion particles (stove, furnace, water heater, spaceheater) 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-burningsources as possible. The placement recommendations are intended tokeep these Alarms at a reasonable distance from a fuel-burning source,and thus reduce “unwanted” alarms. Unwanted alarms can occur if aSmoke Alarm is placed directly next to a fuel-burning source. Ventilatethese areas as much as possible.•Within 5 feet (1.5 meters) of any cooking appliance. In air streams nearkitchens.Air currents can draw cooking smoke into the smoke sensor andcause 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˚ C) or hotter than 100˚ F(38˚ C). These areas include non-airconditioned crawl spaces, unfinishedattics,uninsulated or poorly insulated ceilings, porches, and garages.•In insect infested areas. Insects can clog the openings to the sensingchamber.•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 aspossible.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/COAlarms 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 forsloped or peaked ceilings.HOW TO INSTALL THIS ALARMFor quick installation instructions see the “Quick and Easy Guide toProgramming Your ONEKLINKTM Alarm and Using the Optional Features”.This combination Smoke/CO Alarm was designed to be mounted on theceiling or wall. It is not a tabletop device. You must install this device on theceiling or wall as outlined below. Read “Where To Install This Alarm” beforestarting.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 currentsaround junction boxes can prevent smoke from reaching the sens-ing chamber and prevent the unit from alarming. Only AC poweredunits are intended for installation over junction boxes.If you want to lock the battery compartment, or lock the Smoke/COAlarm to the mounting bracket, please read the “Optional LockingFeatures” section in the “Quick and Easy Guide to Programming YourONELINKTMAlarm and Using the Optional Features” attachment beforeyou begin installation.1. Hold the mounting bracket against the ceiling (or wall) so the verticalmounting slot is aligned in the 12 o’clock position and trace around theinside 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 theholes. 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 mountingslots using the two screws provided.7. Attach the Smoke/CO Alarm to the mountingbracket. Line up the guides on the alarm’sbase 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 Smoke Alarm is snappedonto the mounting bracket, you can rotatethe Smoke Alarm to adjust the alignment.8. Test the Smoke/CO Alarm. See “WeeklyTesting” for details.SUGGESTED AREAS FOR INSTALLING SMOKE ALARMS, CO ALARMS, AND COMBO UNITSSMOKE ALARM WITH SILENCE FEATURECO ALARMSBOTH, OR COMBINATION SMOKE/CO ALARMSSMOKE ALARMSKEY: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. Type of AlarmCarbon Monoxide (CO) What You See and HearVoice: “Warning,evacuate carbonmonoxide in [Location,example: “Kitchen”]. Evacuate.”“____ ppm.”Horn: 4 beeps, pause, 4 beeps, voicePower/Smoke LED: OffCO LED: Flashes RedSmokeVoice: “Warning,evacuate smoke in[Location, example: “Kitchen”].Evacuate.”Horn: 3 beeps,pause,3 beeps, voicePower/Smoke LED: Flashes RedCO LED: OffAFTER AN ALARMAfter the emergency responders arrive, the premises aired out, and your COAlarm remains in its normal condition, you can check what the highest carbonmonoxide 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 monoxidelevel, press and hold test button now.”2. Press & Hold Test Button, if youwould 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 levelcleared.”Alarm will say nothing.IF THE SMOKE ALARM SOUNDSRESPONDING 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 immediateattention. NEVER ignore any alarm. Ignoring the alarm may result ininjury or death.•Never remove the batteries from a battery operated Smoke/CO Alarmto stop an unwanted alarm (caused by cooking smoke, etc.). Removingbatteries disables the alarm so it cannot sense smoke, and removesyour protection. Instead open a window or fan the smoke away fromthe 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/COAlarms" for details.USING THE SILENCE FEATURESNever remove the batteries to quiet an unwanted alarm. Removing thebatteries 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 emergencysituations. 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/Silencebutton on the alarm cover for at least 3-5 seconds.After the Test/Silence button is released, the Alarm Voice will say “Hornsilenced, detector active.” The Red LED blinks during the silence mode.SILENCING THE LOW BATTERY WARNINGThis silence feature can temporarily quiet the low battery warning “chirp” for up to 8 hours. You can silence the low battery warning “chirp” by pressing theTest/Silence button on the alarm cover.Once the low battery warning “chirp” silence feature is activated, the unit continues to flash the Green light twice a minute for 8 hours. After 8 hours, thelow battery “chirp” will resume. Replace the batteries as soon as possible;this unit will not operate without battery power!To deactivate this feature: Press the Test/Silence button again. The unit willgo into Test Mode and the low battery warning will resume (LED flashes andunit sounds “chirp” once a minute).WEEKLY TESTING• NEVER use an open flame of any kind to test this unit. You mightaccidentally damage or set fire to the unit or to your home. The built-in test switch accurately tests the unit’s operation as requiredby Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL). NEVER use vehicle exhaust!Exhaust may cause permanent damage and voids your warranty.• DO NOT stand close to the Alarm when the horn is sounding.Exposure 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 properly. Using the test button is the recommended way to test thisSmoke/CO Alarm.You can test this Smoke/CO Alarm by pressing and holding the Test/Silencebutton on the Alarm cover until Alarm Voice says “Testing” (typically 3-5 seconds).During testing, you will see and hear the following sequence:• The Alarm Voice will say “Testing.” The Horn will sound 3 beeps,pause, 3 beeps. The Alarm Voice will say “Warning, evacuate smoke in[Location, example: “Kitchen”]. Evacuate.” The Power/Smoke LEDflashes Red and the CO LED will be Off.• Next the Horn will sound 4 beeps,pause, 4 beeps. The Alarm Voicewill say “Warning, evacuate carbon monoxide in [Location, example:“Kitchen”]. Evacuate.” The Power/Smoke LED will be Off and the COLED flashes Red.If the unit does not alarm, make sure the batteries are correctly installed, andtest again. If the unit still does not alarm, replace it immediately.REGULAR MAINTENANCEThis unit has been designed to be as maintenance-free as possible, but thereare a few simple things you must do to keep it working properly.Use only the replacement batteries listed below. The unit may not operate properly with other batteries. Never use rechargeable batteriessince they may not provide a constant charge.•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 softbrush attachment. A can of clean compresssed air (sold at computer oroffice supply stores) may also be used. Follow manufacturer instructionsfor use. Test the Smoke/CO Alarm. Never use water, cleaners or solventssince they may damage the unit.•If the Smoke/CO Alarm becomes contaminated by excessive dirt, dustand/or grime, and cannot be cleaned to avoid unwanted alarms, replace the unit immediately.•Relocate the unit if it sounds frequent unwanted alarms. See “Where ThisAlarm Should Not Be Installed” for details.Choosing a replacement battery:Your Smoke/CO Alarm requires two standard AA batteries. The following batteries are acceptable as replacements: Energizer E91. These batteries are available at many local retail stores.Actual battery service life depends on the Smoke/CO Alarm and the environ-ment in which it is installed. All the batteries specified above are acceptablereplacement batteries for this unit. Regardless of the manufacturer’s suggestedbattery life, you MUST replace the battery immediately once the unit starts“chirping” (the “low battery warning”).PARTS OF THIS SMOKE/CO ALARM1Test/Silence Button2Battery Compartment3 Power/Smoke Alarm LED4CO Alarm LEDWhen the Smoke Alarm is Silenced When the CO Alarm is SilencedThe Smoke Alarm will remain silentfor up to 15 minutes, then return tonormal 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 remainpotentially dangerous the horn willstart sounding again.To replace the batteries (without removing Alarm from the ceiling or wall):1. Open the battery compartment.2. Press tabs A and B as shown in the diagram and remove each battery.3. Insert the new batteries, making sure they snap completely into the battery compartment. Match the terminals on theends of the batteries with the terminals onthe unit.4. Close the battery compartment, and thentest the unit by pressing the Test/Silencebutton.IF YOUR SMOKE/CO ALARM SOUNDSWHAT TO DO FIRST–IDENTIFY THE TYPE OF ALARMWIRELESS OPERATIONFirst Alert®ONELINKTMTechnology is the easy, cost-effective way to provideyour family with whole-home safety. All ONELINKTM Alarms communicate witheach other without wires or connectors. When one Alarm sounds, they allsound. This provides your family with an earlier warning of potential danger,and gives you more time to react.The distance between any two ONELINKTMAlarms is up to 100 feet (30.5 meters).• The range and proper operation of any wireless device will varydepending on its surroundings. It is very important that each Alarmis tested individually before and after installation to make sure thatall Alarms respond properly.• Metal objects and metallic wallpaper may interfere with signalsfrom wireless Alarms. Alarms should be tested after changes toyour home such as remodelling, moving furniture, and with metaldoors opened and closed.Your First Alert®ONELINKTM Smoke/CO Alarm will automatically communicateboth potential fires and carbon monoxide presence with all other First Alert®ONELINKTMSmoke/CO Alarms.FCC NOTICE: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may notcause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interferencereceived, including interference that may cause undesired operation.FCC ID: M7U5001LChanges or modifications not expressly approved by BRK Brands, Inc.could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.INITIAL ONELINKTMALARM SET-UP1.Insert two (2) AA batteries into the battery drawer of the firstAlarm and close the drawer.2. The Alarm will sound with a chirp.3. You will now be prompted to setthe Alarm's location. Follow thedirection given by the Alarm.Available locations:Basement Kitchen Child’s BedroomLiving Room Dining Room Master BedroomFamily Room No Location Guest BedroomOffice Hallway Utility RoomYour Alarm has now been programmed for the location of your choice.NOTE: Steps 4 through 6 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 steps4 through 6.4. Insert the batteries into the battery drawer of the next Alarm. DO NOTCLOSE THE DRAWER.5. Press and hold the test button and then close the battery drawer.6. Once you hear the unit chirp, release the test button. The Green powerLED will start to blink indicating the ONELINKTMAlarm is waiting for program data from one of the other setup ONELINKTMAlarms.7.Press and hold the test button on the first Alarm, until the second Alarmchirps and its Green power LED stops blinking. Then release the test button.8. If you purchased the Talking Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm, you willnow be prompted to set the Alarm's location. Follow the directions givenby the Alarm.9. If you have purchased the hardwired battery back-up ONELINKTM Alarm,you can now connect the hardwired Alarm by installing the three-wire connector on the ceiling to the Alarm.10. Repeat steps 4-9 for additional ONELINKTM Alarms.You have now successfully linked your new ONELINKTM Alarms. To addadditional Alarms at a later time, follow steps 4 through 9.ABREGULATORY INFORMATION FOR SMOKE ALARMSRECOMMENDED LOCATIONS FOR SMOKE ALARMSInstalling Smoke Alarms in Single-Family ResidencesThe National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), recommends one Smoke Alarmon every floor, in every sleeping area, and in every bedroom. In new construction,the Smoke Alarms must be AC powered and interconnected. See “AgencyPlacement Recommendations” for details.

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