User manual FIRST ALERT M08-0048-003E (SC07)

[. . . ] USER'S MANUAL COMBINATION CARBON MONOXIDE & SMOKE ALARM WITH VOICE & LOCATION AND REMOTE CONTROL TEST/SILENCE Features: · Separate sensors to detect smoke and CO; the two alarm systems work independently · Voice with programmable location · Separate audible and visual signals to indicate alarm levels of smoke or CO · Remote infrared Test/Silence and programming · Powered by two "AA" batteries · Side access drawer for easy battery replacement IMPORTANT!This user's manual contains important information about your Combination Carbon Monoxide & Smoke Alarm's operation. If you are installing this Alarm for use by others, you must leave this manual--or a copy of it--with the end user. Printed in Mexico M08-0048-003 Q 07/04 Model SCO7 INTRODUCTION FIRE SAFETY TIPS Follow safety rules and prevent hazardous situations: 1) Use smoking materials properly. [. . . ] To replace the batteries (without removing Alarm from the ceiling or wall): 1. Press tabs A and B as shown in the diagram and remove each battery. Insert the new batteries, making sure they snap completely into the battery compartment. Match the terminals on the ends of the batteries with the terminals on the unit. Close the battery compartment, and then test the unit by pressing the Test/Silence button or by using your remote control. SILENCING THE LOW BATTERY WARNING This silence feature can temporarily quiet the low battery warning "chirp" for up to 8 hours. You can silence the low battery warning "chirp" two ways: 1. Manually: Press the Test/Silence button on the alarm cover. Using Your Remote Control: Standing no further than 20 feet (6 meters) away from the Smoke/CO Alarm, aim your IR remote at the Alarm and press the CHANNEL or VOLUME button for at least 3-5 seconds. Once the low battery warning "chirp" silence feature is activated, the unit continues to flash the Green light twice a minute for 8 hours. After 8 hours, the low battery "chirp" will resume. Replace the batteries as soon as possible; this unit will not operate without battery power!To deactivate this feature: Press the Test/Silence button or use your remote control again. The unit will go into Test Mode and the low battery warning will resume (LED flashes and unit sounds "chirp" once a minute). A B 4 WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CO 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. [. . . ] If frequent alarms continue, have home rechecked for potential CO problems. You may be experiencing an intermittent CO problem. CO Alarm sounds frequently even though no high levels of CO are revealed in an investigation. The CO Alarm may be improperly located. Refer to "Where to Install This Alarm" for details. Smoke Alarm ONLY: Smoke Alarm sounds when no smoke is visible. Unwanted alarm may be caused by non-emergency source like cooking smoke. Silence Alarm using remote control or manual button; clean the Alarm's cover with a soft, clean cloth. If frequent unwanted alarms continue, relocate your Alarm. [. . . ]