Carbon Monoxide Detection System
(490-0463)                 Installation               Faxback Doc. # 18557

SELECTING A LOCATION

Carbon monoxide gas is lighter than the surrounding air and rises to
ceiling level when released.  It is important that your detection system
is properly installed:

    Near any appliance or equipment which uses combustible fuel (such as
    furnace rooms, kitchens, living areas with fireplaces, garages, and
    other rooms with combustible fuel appliances).

    Near a standard AC outlet and at eye level or above, but not closer
    than 6 inches to the ceiling.

    Where you can clearly hear the alarm from all sleeping areas.

Here are some suggestions where you can place the detector at the proper
height while hiding the electrical cord.

    Above a tall bureau or chest of drawers.

    Near a bookcase.

    Near a doorway or closet with the cord running down the side of the 
    molding.

    Near a curtain, with the cord behind the curtain.

CAUTION:  Do not cover the unit with the curtain.

IMPORTANT:  The Federal Consumer Product Safety Commission recommends that
            every home be equipped with a UL listed carbon monoxide 
            detector on each level of a multilevel home.

To determine the best installation location(s) for optimum safety in your
individual home, contact your local furnace contractor or gas company.

MOUNTING THE DETECTOR

Important Installation Tips:

    Do not obstruct the vents located on the top and bottom of the
    detector.  Place the detector where drapes, furniture, or other objects
    do not block the flow of air.

    Do not install the detector where direct sunlight will hit it for long
    periods of time.  The detector is designed to operate in temperature
    ranges from 14 degrees to 104 degrees F.

    Do not install the detector in "dead air" spaces where gas might not
    reach the alarm in time to provide early warning.  Avoid peaks of
    vaulted ceilings or gabled roofs.

    Do not install in turbulent air from ceiling fans, doors, windows, etc.
    Because carbon monoxide is a cumulative poison that can slowly build up
    in the bloodstream, the rapid air movement might disperse carbon
    monoxide before the detector's sensor can detect it.  You could still
    be continuously exposed to low concentration levels of the CO without
    knowingit.

    If you install the detection system in the kitchen, DO NOT place it
    within 5 feet of cooking appliances.

After you select the mounting location, follow these steps to mount the
detector in your home or an RV or boat.

1.  Drill a hole, slightly smaller than the supplied screw.

2.  Insert the supplied screw until the head extends 1/8 inch from the
    wall.

    NOTE:  If mounting in plasterboard or drywall, drill a 3/16 inch hole
           and use the supplied plastic anchor.

3.  Place the detector's keyhole over the screw, then push in and down to
    secure the detector to the wall.

CONNECTING THE DETECTOR

In Your Home

1.  Insert the supplied AC adapter's small plug into the detector's 12 VDC
    jack.

    NOTE:  To reduce the risk of the unit becoming disconnected, plug the
           AC adapter cord into unit and slide cord into strain relief
           clip.

2.  Plug the AC adapter into a standard AC outlet.  The OPERATE indicator
    lights and a beep sounds.  The unit actively monitors the area for a
    measurable concentration of carbon monoxide.

In Your Boat/RV

You can use the detector in your boat or RV using a DC adapter, such as 
Cat. No. 270-1528 (not supplied).

1.  Insert the DC adapter's small plug into the detector's 12 VDC jack.

    NOTE:  To reduce the risk of the unit becoming disconnected, plug the
           AC adapter cord into unit and slide cord into strain relief
           clip.

2.  Plug the DC adapter's large plug into your boat's or RV's cigarette
    lighter receptacle.  The OPERATE indicator lights and a beep sounds.
    The unit actively monitors the area for a measurable concentration
    of carbon monoxide.

TESTING THE DETECTOR

Frequently check to make sure the green OPERATE monitor light is on.

If the OPERATE light is not on, unplug the AC/DC adapter's power plug from
the power source's outlet for 3 minutes.  A beep sounds.  Firmly plug it in
again, and press and hold TEST.

If the OPERATE light is on, press and hold TEST.  An audible alarm sounds
within a few seconds and ALARM light blinks.

Any time you plug in the detector or push TEST:

    The detector resets then initiates a five-minute self-test.  The self-
    test insures the system's internal circuitry is operating properly
    during testing.  The blinking alarm light does not indicate a detection
    of carbon monoxide.

    If the detector finds a failure in the system during a self-test, an 
    intermittent alarm sounds every 25 seconds and the ALARM light blinks.

    After the self-test, the detector automatically begins monitoring the
    air for detection of CO levels.

NOTES:  Test the detector at least once a month or after your RV or boat
        has been in storage, before each trip, and at least once per week
        during use.

        You can also press TEST to silence the alarm when it sounds.

WHAT TO DO IF YOUR ALARM SOUNDS

1.  Be prepared with a practiced escape plan.  Familiarize all family
    members with the alarm signal, escape routes from your home, and a
    pre-arranged safe meeting place.

2.  Leave your home or vehicle at the first sound of the alarm.

3.  Leave doors or windows OPEN behind you to avoid additional gas build-up
    in enclosed rooms and spaces.

4.  Call your local emergency services from outside your home, boat, or
    vehicle.

5.  Keep your family in the pre-arranged meeting place until the affected
    area is safe.


(CS 12/14/95)