Kidde KN-COSM-I User Manual

Combination
Smoke and
Carbon Monoxide
Alarm
Manual P/N 810-1512 Rev. N 2508-7201-07
For questions concerning your Smoke and Carbon Monoxide
Alarm, please call our Consumer Hotline at 1-800-880-6788.
User’s Guide for Models KN-COSM-I and KN-COSM-IB
• 120V AC
• 9V Battery Backup
(model KN-COSM-IB)
• 2-LED Display
• Peak Level Memory
• Hush
®
• Voice Message System
For your convenience, write down the following information. If you call
our consumer hotline, these are the first questions you will be asked:
Alarm Model Number
(located on back of the alarm):
Date of Manufacture
(located on back of the alarm):
Date of Purchase:
Where Purchased:
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Kidde KN-COSM-I Specifications

General

Brand	Kidde
Model	KN-COSM-I
Category	Carbon Monoxide Alarm
Language	English

Summary

Alarm Types and Operation

Smoke Alarm Operation

Carbon Monoxide Alarm Operation

Installation Instructions

Installation Guide and Locations

General guidance on where to install the alarm for maximum protection.

Specific Installation Scenarios

Instructions for sloped ceilings and mobile homes.

Installation Restrictions

Locations and conditions to avoid for proper alarm function.

Wiring Instructions

Requirements and procedures for wiring the alarm unit.

Mounting Instructions

Step-by-step guide for physically attaching the alarm to its bracket.

Testing the Alarm

How to test the alarm after installation and weekly.

Operating Instructions

Interconnect Feature

HUSH Control Feature

Responding to Alarms

Smoke Alarm Action Plan

Steps to take when the smoke alarm is activated.

Carbon Monoxide Alarm Action Plan

Steps to take when the CO alarm is activated.

Carbon Monoxide Safety

Understanding Carbon Monoxide Basics

CO Safety Tips and Symptoms

Recognizing CO poisoning symptoms and prevention advice.

Fire Safety Information

Escape Plan Development