First Alert CO606 Plug-In Carbon Monoxide Alarm
INTRODUCTION
BASIC SAFETY INFORMATION
Important!
- Dangers, Warnings, and Cautions alert you to important operating instructions or to potentially hazardous situations. Pay special attention to these items.
- THIS IS NOT A SMOKE ALARM! This CO Alarm is designed to detect carbon monoxide from ANY source of combustion. It is NOT designed to detect smoke, fire, or any other gas.
- This CO Alarm is approved for use in single-family residences.
Caution!
- This CO Alarm will only indicate the presence of carbon monoxide gas at the sensor. Carbon monoxide gas may be present in other areas.
Warning!
- The Silence Feature is for your convenience only and will not correct a CO problem. Always check your home for a potential problem after any alarm. Failure to do so can result in injury or death.
- This CO Alarm should receive continuous 120VAC, 60 Hz, pure sine wave electrical power. (The battery is meant for emergency backup only.) Do not use in an extension cord or outlet controlled by a dimmer or switch. In order for the emergency battery back-up to work, a working (fresh) battery must be properly installed.
- NEVER ignore your Carbon Monoxide Alarm if it alarms. Refer to “If Your CO Alarm Sounds” for more information. Failure to do so can result in injury or death.
- Test the CO Alarm once a week. If the CO Alarm ever fails to test correctly, have it replaced immediately! If the CO Alarm is not working properly, it cannot alert you to a problem.
- This product is intended for use in ordinary indoor locations of family living units. It is not designed to measure CO levels in compliance with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) commercial or industrial standards. Individuals with medical conditions that may make them more sensitive to carbon monoxide may consider using warning devices that provide audible and visual signals for carbon monoxide concentrations under 30 ppm. For additional information on carbon monoxide and your medical condition, contact your physician.
FCC Compliance
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that the interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that of the receiver.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or TV technician for help.
Warning: Changes or modifications to the product, not expressly approved by First Alert / BRK Brands, Inc., could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- This device may not cause harmful interference, and
- This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
HOW YOUR CO ALARM WORKS
GENERAL INFORMATION
Caution!
Leave your CO Alarm plugged in year-round. CO problems can occur any time during the year, and this Alarm can only alert you if it is plugged in and receiving power. This CO Alarm is intended for use in a standard, unswitched 120V AC wall outlet. It is not intended for use in extension cords, power strips, or outlets controlled by a switch or dimmer. These may not provide continuous power to the unit.
When fully powered, the unit samples the air and takes a new reading about every second. A microchip inside the unit stores each reading and remembers the levels of CO it has been exposed to over time.
The Alarm sounds when it has been exposed to a “critical” level of CO (measured in parts per million or “ppm”) within a specified time (measured in minutes). This CO Alarm features a permanently installed sensor, an indicator light, and an 85dB alarm horn. It also has a Silence Feature to temporarily quiet the alarm horn.
MALFUNCTION WARNING
This unit performs self-diagnostic tests. If the Alarm malfunctions, it should be replaced immediately. See “IF THE CO ALARM IS NOT OPERATING PROPERLY” for more information.
THE PARTS OF YOUR CO ALARM
- Open door (in back)
- Battery Compartment (in back)
- Test/Silence Button
- POWER/ALARM Light (Red)
- (Behind Cover) Alarm Horn: 85 dB audible alarm for test, alarm, and unit malfunction warning
UNDERSTANDING YOUR CO ALARM
WHAT YOU SEE AND HEAR DURING INSTALLATION
UNDER NORMAL CONDITIONS (AC POWER):
- HORN: Silent
- POWER/ALARM LIGHT: Shines continuously
WHEN YOU TEST THE CO ALARM:
- HORN: Sounds loudly – 4 beeps, pause, 4 beeps, pause
- POWER/ALARM LIGHT: The LED flashes with the same pattern as the horn.
WHAT YOU SEE AND HEAR UNDER DIFFERENT CONDITIONS
DURING A POWER FAILURE (IN BATTERY BACK-UP):
- HORN: Silent
- POWER/ALARM LIGHT: Flashes once a minute.
WHEN THE ELECTRICITY COMES BACK ON AFTER A POWER FAILURE:
- HORN: Silent
- POWER/ALARM LIGHT: Shines continuously.
IF BATTERY BECOMES LOW OR IS MISSING:
- HORN: Chirps once a minute
- POWER/ALARM LIGHT: Shines continuously if AC is present or flashes coincident with the horn-chirp if AC is not present.
IF THE CO ALARM IS NOT OPERATING PROPERLY (MALFUNCTION SIGNAL):
- HORN: 3 chirps every minute
- POWER/ALARM LIGHT: Flashes three times with the horn.
IF THE CO ALARM HAS REACHED ITS END OF LIFE:
- HORN: 5 chirps every minute
- POWER/ALARM LIGHT: 5 flashes approximately once a minute.
WHAT YOU SEE AND HEAR IF CO IS DETECTED
ALARM LEVELS OF CO ARE DETECTED:
- HORN: Sounds loudly – 4 beeps, pause, 4 beeps, pause. This sequence repeats for as long as the unit is in alarm.
- POWER/ALARM LIGHT: The LED flashes with the same pattern as the horn.
IF YOU SILENCE THE ALARM:
- HORN: Silent for about 4 minutes
- POWER/ALARM LIGHT: Flashes rapidly
IF THE CO LEVELS RETURN TO NORMAL:
- HORN: Silent
- POWER/ALARM LIGHT: Shines continuously
INSTALLATION
WHERE TO INSTALL CO ALARMS
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recommends that a CO alarm be centrally located outside of each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms. For added protection, install additional CO Alarms in each separate bedroom and on every level of your home. If your bedroom hallway is longer than 40 feet (12 meters), install a CO Alarm at BOTH ends of the hallway.
In a Single-level Home:
- Install at least one CO Alarm near or within each separate sleeping area.
- For added protection, install an additional CO Alarm at least 20 feet (6 meters) away from the furnace or fuel-burning heat source.
In a Multi-level Home:
- Install at least one CO Alarm near or within each separate sleeping area.
- For added protection, install at least one CO Alarm on each level of the home. If you have a basement, install that CO Alarm at the top of the basement stairs.
- For added protection, install an additional CO Alarm at least 20 feet (6 meters) away from the furnace or fuel-burning heat source.
WHERE CO ALARMS SHOULD NOT BE INSTALLED
DO NOT LOCATE THIS CO ALARM:
- In garages, kitchens, furnace rooms, or in any extremely dusty, dirty or greasy areas.
- Closer than 15 feet (4.6 meters) from a furnace or other fuel-burning heat source, or fuel-burning appliances like a water heater.
- Within 5 feet (1.5 meters) of any cooking appliance.
- In extremely humid areas. This Alarm should be at least 10 feet (3 meters) from a bath or shower, sauna, humidifier, vaporizer, dishwasher, laundry room, utility room, or other source of high humidity.
- In areas where the temperature is colder than 40˚ F (4.4˚ C) or hotter than 100˚ F (37.8˚ C). These areas include non-airconditioned crawl spaces, unfinished attics, uninsulated or poorly insulated ceilings, porches, and garages.
- In turbulent air, like near ceiling fans, heat vents, air conditioners, fresh air returns, or open windows. Blowing air may prevent CO from reaching the sensors.
- In direct sunlight.
- In outlets covered by curtains or other obstructions.
Warning!
- This CO Alarm is designed for use inside a single-family home or apartment. It is not meant to be used in common lobbies, hallways, or basements of multi-family buildings unless working CO Alarms are also installed in each family living unit. CO Alarms in common areas may not be heard from inside individual family living units.
- This CO Alarm alone is not a suitable substitute for complete detection systems in places that house many people, like hotels or dormitories, unless a CO Alarm is also placed in each unit.
- DO NOT use this CO Alarm in warehouses, industrial or commercial buildings, special-purpose non-residential buildings, or airplanes. This CO Alarm is specifically designed for residential use, and may not provide adequate protection in non-residential applications.
HOW TO INSTALL YOUR CO ALARM
Read “Where To Install CO Alarms” before starting. Before you start installation, find the pair of self-adhesive labels included with this CO Alarm. On each label, write in the phone number of your emergency responder (like 911) and a qualified appliance technician. Place one label near the CO Alarm, and the other label in the “fresh air” location you plan to go to if the alarm sounds.
ACTIVATING THE BATTERY BACK-UP
Activate the battery backup by installing one 9-volt battery.
- Push and lift the battery door down to open.
- Install the 9-volt battery (included) inside the battery compartment as indicated. Make sure the “+” and “–” ends of each battery are aligned properly.
- Ensure the battery is securely snapped into the terminals by pushing in the direction of the arrow in the diagram.
- Close the battery door.
- Push and hold the Test/Silence button on the cover until you hear an acknowledgment “chirp”. The alarm horn will sound 4 beeps, a pause, then 4 beeps. The ALARM (RED) light will flash. The alarm sequence should last 5-6 seconds. If it does not alarm, make sure the battery is correctly installed, and test it again. The battery is for backup only and is not intended to power the Alarm for an extended period of time in the absence of AC.
DIRECT PLUG ALARM INTO AN OUTLET
This Alarm can be plugged directly into a wall outlet located close to the floor.
- Choose a standard UNSWITCHED 120V AC outlet.
- Plug the Alarm in.
IF YOUR CO ALARM SOUNDS
Warning!
Actuation of your CO Alarm indicates the presence of carbon monoxide (CO), which can kill you. In other words, when your CO alarm sounds, you must not ignore it!
IF THE ALARM SIGNAL SOUNDS:
- Operate the Test/Silence button.
- Call your emergency services, fire department, or 911. Write down the number of your local emergency service here:
- Immediately move to fresh air—outdoors or by an open door or window. Do a head count to check that all persons are accounted for. Do not re-enter the premises or move away from the open door or window until the emergency services responder has arrived, the premises have been aired out, and your CO Alarm remains in its normal condition.
- After following steps 1-3, if your CO Alarm reactivates within a 24-hour period, repeat steps 1-3, and call a qualified appliance technician to investigate sources of CO from fuel-burning equipment and appliances, and inspect for proper operation of this equipment. If problems are identified during this inspection, have the equipment serviced immediately. Note any combustion equipment not inspected by the technician, and consult the manufacturer’s instructions, or contact the manufacturer directly, for more information about CO safety and this equipment. Make sure that motor vehicles are not, and have not, been operating in an attached garage or adjacent to the residence. Write down the number of a qualified appliance technician here:
USING THE SILENCE FEATURES
Warning!
- The Silence Feature is for your convenience only and will not correct a CO problem. Always check your home for a potential problem after any alarm. Failure to do so can result in injury or death.
- NEVER remove the batteries from your CO Alarm to silence the horn. Use the silence feature. Removing the batteries removes your protection! See “If Your CO Alarm Sounds” for details on responding to an alarm.
The Silence Feature is intended to temporarily silence your CO Alarm’s alarm horn while you correct the problem—it will not correct a CO problem. While the alarm is silenced, it will continue to monitor the air for CO. When CO reaches alarm levels, the alarm will sound—repeating horn pattern: 4 beeps, a pause, 4 beeps, etc. Press and hold the Test/Silence button until the horn is silent. The initial Silence cycle will last approximately 4 minutes.
NOTE: After the initial 4-minute Silence cycle, the CO Alarm re-evaluates present CO levels and responds accordingly. If CO levels remain potentially dangerous—or start rising higher—the horn will start sounding again while the detector is silenced.
SILENCING THE LOW BATTERY WARNING
Pressing the silence button can stop the low battery “chirp” for up to 8 hours; do not remove the battery or unplug the Alarm, unless changing the battery. Activation of low battery silence is acknowledged with a “chirp”.
Once the low battery warning “chirp” silence feature is activated, the unit continues to flash the red light once a minute for 8 hours. After 8 hours, the low battery “chirp” will resume. Replace the batteries as soon as possible. If you cannot silence the low battery warning, replace the batteries immediately.
SILENCING THE END OF LIFE SIGNAL
This silence feature can temporarily quiet the End of Life warning “chirp” for up to 2 days. You can silence the End of Life warning “chirp” by pressing the Test/Silence button. The horn will chirp, acknowledging that the End of Life silence feature has been activated. After approximately 2 days, the End of Life, the “chirp” will resume.
TESTING AND MAINTENANCE
WEEKLY TESTING
Press the Test/Silence button on the Alarm cover until the alarm sounds. During testing, you will hear a loud alarm sequence – 4 beeps, pause, 4 beeps, pause. The alarm sequence should last 5-6 seconds. If it does not alarm, make sure the unit is fully plugged into an unswitched outlet. If the unit still does not alarm, replace it immediately.
Warning!
- If the Alarm ever fails to test properly, replace it immediately. Products under warranty may be returned to the manufacturer for replacement. See “Limited Warranty” at the end of this manual.
- DO NOT stand close to the Alarm when the horn is sounding. Exposure at close range may be harmful to your hearing. When testing, step away when the horn starts sounding.
- NEVER use vehicle exhaust! Exhaust may cause permanent damage and void your warranty.
REGULAR MAINTENANCE
To keep the CO Alarm working properly:
- Test it every week as described in “Weekly Testing.
- Vacuum the CO Alarm cover at least once a month, using the soft brush attachment. Never use water, cleaners, or solvents, since they may damage the unit. Test the Alarm again after vacuuming.
- Replace the battery immediately when you hear the “Low Battery Warning”.
The Low (or Missing) Battery Warning: The horn will “chirp” once a minute.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
LIMITED WARRANTY
BRK Brands, Inc. (“BRK”), the maker of First Alert ® brand products, warrants that for a period of 7 years from the date of purchase, this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship. BRK, at its option, will repair or replace this product or any component of the product found to be defective during the warranty period.
Replacement will be made with a new or remanufactured product or component. If the product is no longer available, replacement may be made with a similar product of equal or greater value. This is your exclusive warranty.
This warranty is valid for the original retail purchaser from the date of initial retail purchase and is not transferable. Keep the original sales receipt. Proof of purchase is required to obtain warranty performance. BRK dealers, service centers, or retail stores selling BRK products do not have the right to alter, modify, or in any way change the terms and conditions of this warranty.
This warranty does not cover normal wear of parts or damage resulting from any of the following: negligent use or misuse of the product, use on improper voltage or current, use contrary to the operating instructions, disassembly, repair, or alteration by anyone other than BRK or an authorized service center.
Further, the warranty does not cover acts of God, such as fire, flood, hurricanes, and tornadoes, or any batteries that are included with this unit. BRK shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by the breach of any express or implied warranty. Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in duration to the duration of the above warranty.
Some states, provinces, or jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state or province to province.
How to Obtain Warranty Service
Service: If service is required, do not return the product to your retailer. In order to obtain warranty service, contact the Consumer Affairs Division at 1-800-323-9005, 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Central Standard Time, Monday through Friday. To assist in serving you, please have the model number and date of purchase available when calling.
For Warranty Service return to: BRK Brands, Inc., 25 Spur Drive, El Paso, TX 79906 Battery: BRK Brands, Inc. makes no warranty, express or implied, written or oral, including that of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose, with respect to the battery
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