Kidde KN-COSM-BCA User Manual

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The following conditions can result in transient CO
situations: Excessive spillage or reverse venting of
fuel-burning appliances caused by outdoor ambient
conditions such as:

• Wind direction and/or velocity, including high gusts

of wind, heavy air in the vent pipes (cold/humid air

with extended periods between cycles).

• Negative pressure resulting from the use of exhaust

fans.

• Simultaneous operation of several fuel-burning

appliances competing for limited internal air.

• Vent pipe connections vibrating loose from clothes

dryers, furnaces, or water heaters.

• Obstructions in, or unconventional, vent pipe

designs which can amplify the above situations.

• Extended operation of unvented fuel-burning

devices (range, oven, fireplace, etc.).

• Temperature inversions which can trap exhaust

gasses near the ground.

Every year, have the heating system, vents, chimney
and flue inspected and cleaned by a qualified
technician. Always install appliances according to
manufacturer’s instructions and adhere to local
building codes. Most appliances should be installed
by professionals and inspected after installation.
Regularly examine vents and chimneys for improper
connections, visible rust, or stains, and check for
cracks in furnace heat exchangers. Verify the colour
of flame on pilot lights and burners is blue. A yellow
or orange flame is a sign that the fuel is not burning
completely. Teach all household members what the
alarm sounds like and how to respond in an
emergency.

Carbon Monoxide Safety

Carbon Monoxide Alarm Procedure

If alarm signal sounds 4 quick beeps, 5 seconds off:

1) Immediately move to fresh air - outdoors. Check

that all persons are accounted for. Do not re-enter
the premises until emergency services responders
have arrived, the premises have been aired out, and
your alarm remains in its normal operating condition.

2) Call your emergency local service

(fire deptartment or 911).

Never restart the source of a CO problem until it has
been corrected.

NEVER IGNORE THE SOUND OF THE ALARM!

PHONE NUMBER

WARNING: Actuation of the CO Alarm

indicates the presence of Carbon Monoxide

(CO) which can KILL YOU.