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3 Mounting Guide Template 2.5 inches (64 mm) TESTING & MAINTENANCE WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CO WEEKLY TESTING • Test the CO Alarm once a week. If the CO Alarm ever fails to test correctly, have it replaced immediately! If the CO Alarm is not working properly, it cannot alert you to a problem. • 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. You can test this CO Alarm two ways: 1. Manually: Press the Test/Silence button on the Alarm cover until alarm sounds. 2. Remote Control: Aim your remote control at the CO Alarm and press the CHANNEL or VOLUME button. The alarm horn will sound: 4 beeps, a pause, then 4 beeps. The ALARM (RED) light will flash quickly. The alarm sequence should last 5-6 seconds. If it does not alarm, make sure fresh batteries are correctly installed, and test it again. If the unit still does not alarm, replace it immediately. If the alarm does not test properly: 1. Make sure that fresh batteries are installed correctly. 2. Be sure the Alarm is clean and dust-free. 3. Install fresh AA batteries and test the Alarm again. For a list of acceptable replacement batteries, see “Regular Maintenance.” • DO NOT try fixing the Alarm yourself – this will void your warranty! If the CO Alarm is still not operating properly, and it is still under warranty, please see "How to Obtain Warranty Service" in the Limited Warranty. Install a new CO Alarm immediately. • The two methods described on this page are the only proper ways to test the CO Alarm. NEVER use vehicle exhaust! Exhaust may cause permanent damage and voids your warranty. REGULAR MAINTENANCE To keep the CO Alarm in good working order: • Test it every week using the Test/Silence button. • Vacuum the CO Alarm cover once a month, using the soft brush attachment. Never use water, cleaners, or solvents, since these may damage the unit. Test the CO Alarm again after vacuuming. • Replace the batteries when the CO Alarm “chirps” about every minute (the low battery warning). The low battery warning should last for 30 days, but you should replace the battery immediately to continue your protection. Choosing a replacement battery: This CO Alarm requires two standard AA batteries. The following batteries are acceptable as replacements: Energizer E91. These replacement batteries are commonly available at local retail stores. Use only the replacement batteries listed. The unit may not operate properly with other batteries. Never use rechargeable batteries since they may not provide a constant charge. DO NOT spray cleaning chemicals or insect sprays directly on or near the CO Alarm. DO NOT paint over the CO Alarm. Doing so may cause permanent damage. Household cleaners, aerosol chemicals, and other contaminants can affect the sensor. When using any of these materials near the CO Alarm, make sure the room is well ventilated. WHAT IS CO? CO is an invisible, odorless, tasteless gas produced when fossil fuels do not burn 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 maintained, 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 POISONING These symptoms are related to CO POISONING and should be discussed with 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. Some individuals are more sensitive to CO than others, including people with cardiac or respiratory problems, infants, unborn babies, pregnant mothers, or elderly people can be more quickly and severely affected by CO. Members of sensitive populations should consult their doctors for advice on taking additional precautions. FINDING THE SOURCE OF CO AFTER AN ALARM Carbon monoxide is an odorless, invisible gas, which often makes it difficult to locate the source of CO after an alarm. These are a few of the factors that can make it difficult to locate sources of CO: • House well ventilated before the investigator arrives. • Problem caused by “backdrafting.” • Transient CO problem caused by special circumstances. Because CO may dissipate by the time an investigator arrives, it may be difficult to locate the source of CO. BRK Brands, Inc. shall not be obligated to pay for any carbon monoxide investigation or service call. HOW CAN I PROTECT MY FAMILY? A CO Alarm is an excellent means of protection. It monitors the air and sounds...