Kidde 5CO - Installation Instructions: Recommended Locations

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4.Installaon Instrucons – Recommended Locaons
*It is recommended that at least one Kidde carbon monoxide alarm is installed on each
level of the home.
Recommended Locaons Not Recommended
Install the alarm more than 2 metres from
fuel burning appliances, and ideally no more
than 4 metres away
Do not install nearer than 2 metres from fuel
burning appliances
Away from draughts, such as doors and
windows
Do not wall-mount close to obstrucons
(e.g. behind curtains, shelving or furniture)
Within hearing distance of bedrooms* If
heang appliance is in the bedroom place
the alarm at sleeping height
Do not fit in dusty, dirty or greasy areas (e.g.
garages or workshops)
If wall-mounng, install at eye-level (approx
1.5m), and at least 30cm from adjoining walls
or ceiling
Do not wall-mount within 30cm of the ceiling
as this is a “dead air” space
If free-standing, the unit should be placed
no more than 1 metre from the ground (to
avoid permanent damage in case acci-
dently knocked)
Avoid humid (bathrooms), cold (< 4°C) or hot
(>40°C) areas and away from sinks