• The battery connector has a large notch on it that faces
up when installed correctly. There is only one way in
which the connector can be installed. A small portion of
the connector will be exposed when connected properly.
If replacing battery, see “Disposal” section for instructions
on disposing of the old battery.
Mounting the gas alarm
NOTICE
After mounting the gas alarm, test it following
instructions in User Guide.
The gas alarm may be mounted to a pipe or wall in a
location meeting the criteria discussed in the “Selecting
gas alarm location” section.
To mount to a pipe:
(1) Pass a cable tie through the hole at the top of the
gas alarm. Cable tie is not included with device
purchase.
(2) Wrap the cable tie around the pipe and tie off.
To mount the gas alarm to a wall:
(1) Tools you will need: Drill with 3/16” or 5mm drill bit,
Phillips head screwdriver, hammer.
(2) Tools supplied: A plastic screw anchor and screw
have been provided in the box and can be found
under the battery packaging.
(3) Choose a location on the wall between 4 inches
(0.1 meters) to 12 inches (0.3 meters) from the
ceiling. Make a mark in the Mounting Tab of the gas
alarm where you will drill the mounting hole.
(4) Use a 3/16” (5 mm) drill bit to drill the mounting hole
and insert included anchor.
(5) Tighten the screw into the anchor until the
screwhead is about 3/16” inch (5 mm) away from
the wall, leaving enough space for the Mounting
Tab.
(6) Hang the Mounting Tab on the screw.
(7) Lightly tighten the screw to secure the gas alarm.
Gas alarm functions
The gas alarm is designed to activate an alarm in the event
of a natural gas leak, gas alarm error, low battery or end-of-
service-life for the gas alarm.
Natural gas leak alarm activation
An alarm activates when the concentration of natural gas in
the area of the gas alarm reaches or exceeds 10%LEL for
methane. When activated, alarm is designed to:
Beep 4 times and state “Danger – gas leak explosion risk –
evacuate, then call 911.” Notification will repeat every 6
seconds for 4 minutes, then every 1 minute after.
Red LED flashes once every 2 seconds.
Responding to natural gas leak alarm
activation
DANGER– ASPHYXIATION & EXPLOSION
Follow these instructions carefully in the event
that the natural leak alarm activates. Never ignore
natural gas leak alarm.
When this product detects natural gas at a concentration of
greater than or equal to 10% LEL for methane, it is
designed to beep 4 times and state, “Danger – gas leak
explosion risk – evacuate, then call 911.” A red LED light
will also flash on the product.
Leave the building immediately, opening doors and
windows as you leave. Take others with you. If you are
outside when you hear the alarm, leave the area
immediately.
Any spark might cause natural gas to explode. Take all
appropriate steps to avoid causing a spark near the
affected property, including the following:
•
Do not remove the connector from the lithium battery
•
Do not light a match or smoke.
•
Do not turn appliances or lights on or off.
•
Do not use a flashlight or phone.
•
Do not start a car.
Find a phone away from the area and immediately call
911 and/or your natural gas utility. You can report leaks
anonymously.
Do not re-enter the area until the source of the leak is
found and corrected. Follow directions from utility
employees or emergency responders who are on site.
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