Firex COZ-1 - Manual

Carbon Monoxide Alarm
Owners Manual Model COZ-1
CAREFULLY READ AND UNDERSTAND THE CONTENTS OF THIS
INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE USING THE ALARM.
STORE THE MANUAL IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
PAY PARTICULAR ATTENTION TO THE SAFETY WARNINGS.
PASS THE MANUAL ONTO ANY SUBSEQUENT USERS OF
THE ALARM.
WARNING
Activation of your CO alarm’s audible buzzer
indicates the presence of carbon monoxide (CO)
which can KILL YOU.
WARNING. THIS PRODUCT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN ORDINARY
INDOOR LOCATIONS OF FAMILY LIVING UNITS. IT IS NOT DESIGNED TO
MEASURE COMPLIANCE WITH OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH
ADMINISTRATION (OSHA) COMMERCIAL OR INDUSTRIAL STANDARDS.
INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE AT SPECIAL RISK FROM CARBON MONOXIDE
EXPOSURE BY REASON OF AGE, PREGNANCY OR MEDICAL CONDITION
MAY CONSIDER USING WARNING DEVICES WHICH PROVIDE AUDIBLE
AND VISUAL SIGNALS FOR CARBON MONOXIDE CONCENTRATION
UNDER 30PPM. IF IN DOUBT CONSULT YOUR MEDICAL PRACTITIONER.
• Designed to detect smoke, fire or any gas other than carbon monoxide.
• To be seen as a substitute for the proper servicing of fuel-burning
appliances or the sweeping of chimneys.
• To be used on an intermittent basis, or as a portable alarm for the spillage
of combustion products from fuel-burning appliances or chimneys.
This carbon monoxide alarm is designed for indoor use only. Do not expose to
rain or moisture. Do not knock or drop the alarm. Do not open or tamper with
the alarm as this could cause malfunction. The alarm will not protect against
the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning when the batteries have drained. The
alarm will only indicate the presence of carbon monoxide gas at the sensor.
Carbon monoxide gas may be present in other areas.
• Carbon monoxide is produced by the incomplete combustion of fuels
such as wood, charcoal, coal, heating oil, paraffin, gasoline, natural
gas, propane, butane, etc.
• Ideally, it is recommended that a carbon monoxide alarm should be
installed in or near every room that has a fuel burning appliance
such as any gas fireplaces, furnaces, room heaters, water heaters,
cookers, grills, etc.
• Ensure that the alarm buzzer can be heard by all those who are intended
to hear it. Seek medical help if it is suspected that a member of the
household is suffering from carbon monoxide poisoning.
• If the alarm sounds, make sure to investigate the problem. Ignoring the
alarm may result in sickness, injury or death. (CO may be present even
if nothing is seen or smelled by the user).
• Alarm should be tested once per month. If further details are required
which do not appear in this manual contact Climate Controls Americas.
This pack contains:
One alarm; Mounting kit; Owners manual; information label.
Thank you for purchasing this
alarm which is designed to
detect the presence of carbon
monoxide. This manual contains
information on the installation
and operation of the CO alarm.
The red light flashes at
approximately 60-second intervals
to indicate the alarm is operating
correctly. The red light will flash
continuously and the buzzer will
sound if carbon monoxide is detected. The alarm is suitable for use in areas
where cooking and heating appliances burn fuels such as wood, charcoal,
coal, oil, gas, etc.
This carbon monoxide alarm is designed to detect carbon monoxide gas
from any source of combustion.
Carbon monoxide (CO) is a highly poisonous gas which is released when fuels
are burnt. It is invisible, has no smell and is therefore very difficult to detect with
the human senses. The first warning symptoms that CO is present in the air are
usually headaches and nausea. Under normal conditions, in a room where fuel
burning appliances are well maintained and correctly ventilated, the amount
of carbon monoxide released into the room by appliances is not dangerous.
A dangerous quantity of carbon monoxide can occur if one or more
of the following conditions exists:
1. An appliance is faulty or is poorly maintained.
2. A flue is partially or totally blocked.
3. A room is not adequately ventilated.
The following conditions can result in potentially dangerous CO situations:
1. Excessive spillage or reverse venting of fuel burning appliances
caused by outdoor conditions, such as:
i) Wind direction and/or velocity; including high gusts of wind.
Heavy air in the vent pipes (cold/humid air with extended
periods between cycles).
ii) Negative pressure differential resulting from use of
exhaust fans.
iii) Simultaneous operation of several fuel burning appliances
competing for limited internal air.
iv) Vent pipe connections vibrating loose from clothes dryers,
furnaces or water heaters.
v) Obstructions in or unconventional vent pipe designs which can
amplify the above situations.
2. Extended use of unvented fuel burning devices.
3. Temperature increase which can trap exhaust gases near the ground.
4. Car idling in an open or closed attached garage or near a home.
Carbon monoxide binds to the hemoglobin in the blood and reduces the
amount of oxygen being circulated in the body. The following symptoms are
related to CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING and should be discussed with
ALL members of the household:
Mild exposure: Slight headache, nausea, vomiting, fatigue
(often described as “flu-like” symptoms).
Medium exposure: Severe throbbing headache, drowsiness,
confusion, fast heart rate.
Extreme exposure: Unconsciousness, convulsions, cardiorespiratory
failure, death.
Many causes of reported CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING indicate that
while victims are aware that they are not well, they become so disoriented
that they are unable to save themselves by either exiting the building or
calling for assistance.
Also young children and pets may be the first to be affected.
Consult a physician if any symptoms are experienced.
Locate the top of the alarm no more than 6 feet from the floor.
Ideally an alarm should be fitted in or near every room that contains a furnace
or fuel burning heat source. However, if there is more than one appliance the
following points should be taken into account:
• An alarm should be installed in any family living unit containing a fuel-
burning appliance or fireplace or having an attached garage.
• An alarm should be centrally located outside of each separate sleeping
area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms. More than one alarm could
be needed where bedrooms are separated and the audibility of the alarm
to occupants within the bedrooms is impaired.
Do not place the alarm in the following areas:
• Outside the building.
• In or below a cupboard.
• In a damp or humid area.
• Directly above a sink or stove/oven.
• Next to a door or window or anywhere that would be
affected by drafts.
• Where the air flow to the alarm would be obstructed by curtains
or furniture.
• When dirt or dust could collect and block the sensor, and
stop it from functioning.
• In an area where the temperature could drop below 40°F (4.4°C)
or rise to above 100°F (37.8°C).
• Where it could be easily knocked, damaged, or where it could be
inadvertently removed.
• Within 5 feet (1.5m) of any cooking appliance.
The alarm should be tested monthly by pressing and holding the
test/reset button on the front of the alarm for several seconds. The alarm
is pre-calibrated at the factory and requires no maintenance other than
to clean the outside casing occasionally with a cloth. Ensure that the holes
on the front of the alarm are not blocked with dirt and dust. DO NOT USE
CLEANING AGENTS, BLEACH OR POLISH.
The unit requires 3 x 1.5V alkaline batteries. The following are suitable
replacements: Gold Peak 24A LR03, Energizer E92 LR03
Use only the batteries listed. Use of batteries not listed may affect
performance of the unit.
To activate the detector, pull the red tab. The red light will flash briefly
and the buzzer will sound a short chirp. If this doesn’t happen please
check battery installation.
Press the test/reset button and check that the red light flashes and the
buzzer sounds. The detector is now operating and ready for use.
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THIS CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM IS NOT
INTRODUCTION WHERE TO PUT THE ALARM
IN WHICH ROOM TO PUT THE ALARM
WHERE NOT TO PUT THE ALARM
CARE AND MAINTENANCE OF ALARM
WHAT IS CARBON MONOXIDE?
SYMPTOMS OF CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING
CAUTION
IMPORTANT
Test/Reset
Button
Alarm Buzzer
Gas inlet Garage
Bedroom
Kitchen
Living
Room
Basement
Bedroom
Bedroom
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