KN-COPD-3-UK KIDDE, KN-COPD-3-UK Datasheet

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... Attention: Please take a few minutes to thoroughly read this manual, which should be saved for future reference and passed on to any subsequent owner. If you have any questions about the operation or instal- lation of your alarm, please call Kidde Safety Europe on 01753 685148 2006.4.7 3:50 PM Alarm Model: KN-COPD-3-UK KM 98848 EN50291:2001 Includes a ready when calling: Page 1 820-1196 REV ...

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... How to install your alarm Normal Operation • Normal operating characteristics • How to test the electronics • How to know if your alarm is malfunctioning • How to care for your alarm What You Should Know Before the Alarm Sounds • The effects of CO exposure • ...

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THIS CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM IS DESIGNED TO DETECT CARBON MONOXIDE GAS FROM ANY SOURCE OF IMPROPER OR MALFUNCTIONING APPLIANCES. IT WILL NOT SENSE SMOKE, FIRE, OR ANY POISONOUS GAS OTHER THAN CAR- BON MONOXIDE. FOR THIS REASON YOU MUST ...

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... Quick Set Up Guide We urge you to read this entire manual in the sequence it is presented. Listed below are five easy steps for setting up your Kidde CO Alarm. Please read this entire guide for complete information. Note: This CO alarm must be installed by a competent person. ...

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... Introduction This Kidde Carbon Monoxide (CO) Alarm is an important part of your family’s home safety plan. Here are some basic facts you should know for your pro- tection and convenience Carbon Monoxide Carbon monoxide is invisible, odourless, tasteless, nonirritating, poisonous gas that is completely undetectable to your senses created when any fuel is burned ...

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... Features Your CO Alarm The feature that sets this Kidde alarm apart from other alarms is the unique digital display that gives you a continuous readout of CO levels from 30-999 parts per million. The digital display serves as an early warning of CO presence. This Kidde alarm gives you the choice of a direct-plug unit, a wall mount unit, or tabletop unit all in one ...

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... This early warning is possible only if your Kidde CO Alarm is located, installed and maintained as described in this user’s guide. When on AC power, this unit is designed to act as a continuous moni- tor ...

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... This is normal. If your CO Alarm is mounted too close to these appliances, it may alarm often and become a nuisance. If you must install a Kidde CO Alarm near a cooking or heating appli- ance, install AT LEAST 1.5 metres (5 feet) away from the appliance. Do not install the alarm in excessively dusty, dirty or greasy areas such as kitchens, garages and boiler rooms. Dust grease or household chemicals can contaminate or coat the alarm’ ...

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... Car idling in an open or closed attached garage, or near a home. How to Install Your CO Alarm Your Kidde CO Alarm with its removable adapter allows you to install the alarm as a wall mounted unit, a direct plug unit table top unit. Refer to Where to Install Your CO Alarm for general guidelines. ...

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... Installation Direct Plug Alarm In its “as shipped” configuration, your Kidde CO Alarm is ready to be plugged directly into a wall-mains socket. To install: 1.) Choose a standard unswitched 230V electrical outlet to plug the alarm into. 2.) Plug the alarm in. Note: Do not cover the alarm with a curtain or other obstruction. ...

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... Normal Operating Characteristics When you first power up the unit, the alarm will sound briefly to let you know the unit is receiving power and that the alarm circuit is function- ing. You should see three eights on the digital display, indicating the alarm is in the start-up mode ...

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... To test the alarm, press the Test/Reset button. If the unit is operating properly, you should notice the following: The unit will beep and the yellow LED will flash acknowledging the but- ton was pressed and the self test has started. The display indicates three eights, then displays a number (usually around 200) ...

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... READING. CO readings are automatically shown on the alarm’s digital display. If the alarm indicates zero (0), then no measurable amount of CO has been sensed by the alarm within the past 15 seconds. How to Know If Your Alarm is Malfunctioning Your alarm performs an internal self-diagnosis every 15 seconds to make sure that it is functioning properly. The alarm is designed to alert you in the unusual event of a malfunction ...

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... If your alarm sounder is beeping, and you are not sure alarm or a malfunction alert, reset the alarm, open windows for ventila- tion and evacuate the premises immediately. Then call the Kidde Freephone Customer Hotline at 0800 917 0722 for assistance. Never ignore an alarm. A true alarm is an indication of potentially dan- gerous levels of CO ...

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... The amount person’s body can be measured by a sim- ple blood test, called a “carboxyhaemoglobin level” test . The early symptoms of CO poisoning are often mistaken for the flu – headache, dizziness, weakness, nausea, vomiting, sleepiness, and confusion. Breathing very high concentrations of CO can be lethal in minutes. ...

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... What You Can do to Protect Your Family To be safe, know the possible sources your home. Keep fuel- burning appliances, their chimneys, and vents in good working condi- tion. Learn the early symptoms of CO exposure. If you suspect CO poisoning, move outside to fresh air and get emergency help ...

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... What You Should Know Before the Alarm Sounds • Have the heating system, vents, chimney and flue inspected and cleaned by a qualified technician every year. • Follow manufacturer’s directions for safe operation of all fuel- burning appliances. • Examine vents and chimneys regularly for improper connections, visible rust or stains. • ...

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... Never burn charcoal inside a home, garage, cabin, mobile home or caravan. • Never install, service, or convert fuel-burning appliances from one type to another without proper knowledge, skills and tools. • Never use a gas range, oven, or clothes dryer for heating. • Never operate unvented gas-burning appliances, such as kerosene or natural gas space heaters closed room. • ...

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The Effects of Carbon Monoxide Exposure Anyone in the household who is elderly, has anemia, heart disease, respiratory problems, emphysema, or chronic bronchitis higher risk of CO poisoning and health problems from exposure to CO. If ...

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... CO in parts per million (PPM). The alarm pattern is a series of n short beeps. This pattern is repeated until the CO concentra- tion has dropped to normal level. t Know how to respond emergency. Periodically review this user’s guide and discuss it with all members of your fami the Alarm Sounds for Carbon Monoxide: 1) Operate test/reset button ...

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What To Do When The Alarm Sounds Note any combustion equipment not inspected by the techni- cian and consult the manufacturer’s instructions, or contact the manufacturer directly, for more information about CO safety and this equipment. Make sure that ...

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... Some service tech- nicians do not charge if you purchased your appliance from them. To know for sure, you need to ask before the technician comes to your home. Repair work or replacement of appliances may be necessary to fix the problem that is creating the CO in your home ...

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Technical Information Product Specifications Power: 230V AC units: 50 Hz, Current 120 mA max. Sensor: CO sensor calibrated at 150 ppm (±25 ppm). Temperature: Operating range: 40˚F (4.4˚C) to 100˚F (37.8˚C). Mounting: Accessories supplied for wall mount or direct ...

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... At 100 PPM, the unit must alarm within 10-40 minutes At 300 PPM, the unit must alarm within 3 minutes. Accuracy of the Digital Display Each Kidde CO Alarm is calibrated concentration of 150 ppm in air, at 80° F (+/- 10° F) and 40% (+/- 3%) relative humidity. Depending on the ambient condition (temperature, humidity) and the condition of the sensor, the alarm readings may vary ...

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... We suggest you keep this User’s Guide handy for reference. Your new Kidde Carbon Monoxide Alarm is a sophisticated electronic device – yet very simple to understand. Basically, the unit will display a “0” does not sense CO and if you have a good 9 volt backup battery installed ...

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... Very low battery-unit 30 seconds will not respond to CO Near dead battery Constant Alarm or unit malfunction Page 24 Recommended Action Call our Kidde cus- tomer service department on 01753 685148 Recommended Action Plug into AC as soon as possible to conserve battery Call our Kidde cus- ...

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... Other than the cost of postage, no charge will be made for replacement of the defective product. Important: Do not tamper with the alarm unit. Separating halves of the unit will void the warranty. Your Kidde Carbon 2006.4.7 3:50 PM Page 25 25 ...

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... Monoxide Alarm is not a substitute for property, disability, life, or other insurance of any kind. Appropriate insurance coverage is your responsibility. Consult your insurance agent. Kidde makes no warranty, express or implied, written or oral, including that of merchantability or fitness for any par- ticular purpose, with respect of the batteries. For Warranty Service: In many cases the quickest way to exchange your CO alarm is to return it to the original place of purchase ...

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... QUESTIONS OR FOR MORE INFORMATION Call our Kidde customer service department on 01753 685148 or contact us at our website at www.kiddesafetyeurope.co.uk Mathisen Way, Colnbrook, SL3 0HB, UK. ©Copyright Walter Kidde Portable Equipment 2005. All Rights Reserved. 2006.4.7 3:50 PM Kidde Safety Europe Page 27 ...