What to do when the alarm sounds – Kidde KN-COPP-3 User Manual
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Determine if anyone in the household is experiencing symptoms of CO poison-
ing. Many cases of reported CO poisoning indicate that while victims are aware
they are not well, they become so disoriented they are unable to save themselves
by either exiting the building or calling for assistance. Also young children and
household pets may be the first affected.
The following symptoms are related to CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING and
should be discussed with ALL members of the household:
Become familiar with these common symptoms from
CO poisoning.
Common Mild Exposure Symptoms:
Headaches, running nose, sore eyes, often
described as “flu” like symptoms.
Common Medium Exposure Symptoms:
Dizziness, drowsiness, vomiting
Common Extreme Exposure Symptoms:
Unconsciousness, brain damage, death.
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What to do When the Alarm Sounds