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United Technologies Kidde KN-COSM-BA User Manual

United Technologies Kidde KN-COSM-BA
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Combination
Smoke and
Carbon Monoxide
Alarm
Manual P/N 2553-7201-04 EN
For questions concerning your Smoke and Carbon Monoxide
Alarm, please call our Product Support Line at 1-800-880-6788.
User Guide for Model KN-COSM-BA
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For your convenience, write down the following information. If you call
our Product Support Line, 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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United Technologies Kidde KN-COSM-BA Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandUnited Technologies
ModelKidde KN-COSM-BA
CategoryCarbon Monoxide Alarm
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

Product View

Features

Features and General Information

Smoke Alarm

Explains how the smoke alarm functions and provides safety guidelines for its use.

Carbon Monoxide (CO) Alarm

Details the operation of the carbon monoxide detection feature and its limitations.

Installation Instructions

Recommended Installation Locations

Provides guidance on optimal placement for smoke/CO alarms in residential settings.

Sloped Ceiling Installation

Details specific placement recommendations for alarms on sloped or cathedral ceilings.

Mobile Homes

Offers installation advice tailored for mobile homes, considering insulation and temperature factors.

Where Not to Install

Lists locations where the alarm should not be installed due to potential interference or malfunction.

Mounting Instructions

Provides step-by-step instructions for physically mounting the alarm unit to the bracket.

Testing the Alarm

Guides users on how to test the alarm's functionality after installation and periodically.

Operating Instructions

Smoke HUSH Control Feature

Explains how to temporarily silence the alarm during nuisance events like cooking smoke.

Reset Feature

Describes how to reset the alarm, particularly after a carbon monoxide alert.

CO Peak Level Memory

Details how the unit records and displays previous high CO level detections.

LED Indicator Operation

Explains the meaning of the Red and Green LED lights for various operational states.

Tamper Resist Feature

Describes the feature that prevents unauthorized removal of the alarm from its mounting bracket.

What To Do If The Alarm Sounds

When the smoke alarm sounds

Provides immediate steps to take when the smoke alarm is activated.

When the carbon monoxide alarm sounds

Outlines the critical actions to take when the carbon monoxide alarm is triggered.

Battery Replacement

Alarm Removal

Instructions on how to safely remove the alarm unit from its mounting bracket.

Replacing Batteries

Guidance on replacing the unit's batteries, including indicators of low battery.

End of Life Notification

Explains the notification system for when the alarm reaches the end of its 10-year lifespan.

General Maintenance

Carbon Monoxide Safety Information

General CO Information

Explains what carbon monoxide is, its properties, and its dangers.

Possible Sources

Lists common household appliances and conditions that can produce carbon monoxide.

CO Safety Tips

Offers practical advice for preventing carbon monoxide exposure and ensuring safety.

Symptoms of CO Poisoning

Details the various symptoms associated with carbon monoxide poisoning at different exposure levels.

Fire Safety Information

Escape Plan

Guidance on creating and practicing household fire escape plans for effective evacuation.

Fire Prevention

Provides essential tips for preventing fires and ensuring household safety.

Industry Safety Standards

NFPA (National Fire Protection Association)

Summarizes relevant safety standards and recommendations from the NFPA for alarm installation.

California State Fire Marshall

Outlines the California State Fire Marshall's recommendations for fire detection equipment placement.

Carbon Monoxide Safety Information

Consumer Product Safety Commission

Provides the CPSC's recommendation for CO alarm placement in households.

NRC

Explains the use of radioactive elements in ionization smoke alarms and compliance with standards.

FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT

Details the equipment's compliance with FCC rules regarding radio frequency interference.

Limited Warranty

TEN YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

Outlines the terms, conditions, and duration of the manufacturer's limited warranty for the alarm.