CO605 - Gas detector FIRST ALERT - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Carbon Monoxide Alarm
Model	CO605
Brand	First Alert
Dimensions (H x W x D)	5.5 x 4.5 x 2 inches
Weight	0.6 lb
Power Source	120V AC hardwired with 9V battery backup
Sensor Type	Electrochemical
Detection Range	0-999 ppm CO
Alarm Loudness	85 dB at 10 feet
End-of-Life Warning	5 years after manufacture; chirps every 30 seconds
Test/Silence Button	Yes
Operating Temperature	40°F to 100°F (4°C to 38°C)
Humidity Range	5% to 95% non-condensing
Mounting	Wall or ceiling mount with included hardware
Interconnect	Not interconnectable
Battery Backup	9V alkaline battery (included)
Low Battery Warning	Chirp every 60 seconds
Malfunction Warning	Double chirp every 30 seconds
Certifications	UL 2034
Warranty	Limited 5-year warranty
Maintenance	Vacuum dust monthly; replace every 5 years
Spare Parts	Replacement battery (9V) only; unit is sealed
Repairability	Not user-serviceable; replace entire unit
Installation Manual	Included; also available online

Frequently Asked Questions - CO605 FIRST ALERT

How do I install the CO605 carbon monoxide alarm?

Mount the alarm on a wall or ceiling at least 5 feet from the floor. Connect the 120V AC plug to a standard outlet, then insert the 9V backup battery. Press the Test/Silence button to verify operation.

What does a continuous chirp mean?

A chirp every 30-60 seconds indicates a low battery or end-of-life. If the battery is low, replace with a fresh 9V alkaline battery. If the unit is over 5 years old, replace the entire alarm.

How do I silence a false alarm?

Press the Test/Silence button to temporarily silence the alarm for up to 9 minutes. If the alarm persists, ventilate the area and check for CO sources such as fuel-burning appliances.

When should I replace the CO605 alarm?

Replace the alarm every 5 years from the manufacture date. An end-of-life chirp indicates it is time to replace. Write the replacement date on the unit with a marker.

How often should I test the alarm?

Test the alarm weekly by pressing the Test/Silence button. The alarm should sound 3 loud beeps. If no sound, replace the battery or contact customer support.

What does a rapid 4-chirp alarm mean?

A rapid 4-chirp pattern repeated every 5 seconds indicates dangerous carbon monoxide levels. Evacuate immediately, call 911, and do not re-enter until the source is found.

Can I interconnect multiple CO605 alarms?

No, the CO605 model does not support interconnection. It operates as a standalone unit. For interconnected alarms, consider First Alert models with interconnect capability.

How do I clean the CO605?

Vacuum the exterior vents monthly using a soft brush to remove dust. Do not use water, solvents, or cleaning sprays, as they may damage the sensor.

Where should I install the CO alarm?

Install in a central location outside each sleeping area and on every level of the home. Keep at least 10 feet from fuel-burning appliances and away from windows, vents, or humid areas.

What is the warranty on the CO605?

First Alert offers a limited 5-year warranty from the date of purchase. Proof of purchase is required. The warranty covers defects in materials or workmanship, but not damage from misuse.

USER MANUAL CO605 FIRST ALERT

60 Hz, 0.09Å
UL STD 2034
M08-0206-008 \$ 01/14 Printed in Mexico

IMPORTANT!

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND SAVE

This user's manual contains important information about your Carbon Monoxide (CO) Alarm's operation. If you are installing this CO Alarm for use by others, you must leave this manual—or a copy of it—with the end user.

© 2014 BRK Brands, Inc. All rights reserved.

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INTRODUCTION

BASIC SAFETY INFORMATION

IMPORTANT!

• Dangers, Warnings, and Cautions alert you to important

operating instructions or to potential Day special attention to these items

- THIS IS NOT A COMPLETE ALARM. This 99 Name is displayed to

- THIS IS NOT A SMOKE ALARM: THIS CO Alarm is designed to detect carbon monoxide from ANY source of combustion. It is

NOT designed to detect smoke, fire, or any other gas.

• This CO Alarm is approved for use in single-family residences.

ACAUTION!

• This CO Alarm will only indicate the presence of carbon

monoxide gas at the se present in other areas.

present in one

A WARNING!

• The Silence Feature is for your convenience only and will not correct a CO problem. Always check your items for a potentio

correct a CD problem. Always check your home for a potential problem after any alarm. Failure to do so can result in injury or

death.

• This CO Alarm should receive continuous 120VAC, 60 Hz, pure

sine wave electrical power. (The battery is meant for emergen hook up ash). Do not use in an extension card or outlet.

BACK-up only). Do not use in an extension cord or outlet controlled by a dimmer or switch. In order for the emergency

battery back-up to work, a working (fresh) battery must be

properly installed.

- NEVER ignore your Carbon Monoxide Alarm if it alarms. Refer to "If Your GO Alarm Sounds" for more information. Failure to

do so can result in injury or death.

- Test the CO Alarm once a week. If the CO Alarm ever fails to

test correctly, have it replaced immediately! If the CO Alarm is not working properly, it cannot elotuvy to a problem.

not working properly, it cannot alert you to a problem.

• This product is intended for use in ordinary indoor locations of family living units. It is not designed to measure CO levels in

compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administrative

(OSHA) commercial or industrial standards. Individuals with medical conditions that may make them more sensitive to

medical conditions that may make them more sensitive to carbon monoxide may consider using warning devices which

provide audible and visual signals for carbon monoxide con-

centrations under 30 ppm. For additional information on carbo monoxide and your medical condition contact your physician

monoxide and your medical condition contact your physician.

FCC Compliance

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 45 of the ESC ride. These

a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful

interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, use

and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used it accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to

adcorvance with the instructions, may cause natural interference to radio communications.

However, there is no guarantee that the interference will not occur in a

particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio as television reception, which are be determined by turning

to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the

interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that

of the receiver. • Consult the dealer as an experienced man in no TV technician for help

- Consult the dealer of an experienced radio or TV technician for help. Warning: Changes or modifications to the product, not expressly

Warning: Changes or modifications to the product, not expressly approved by First Alert / BBK Brands, Inc., could void the user's

authority to operate the equipment.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following Average Condition (P) this device may not serve

subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference.

Normal interference, and by this service must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

HOW YOUR CO ALARM WORKS

GENERAL INFORMATION

GENERAL INFO A CAUTION

A CAUTION! Leave your CO Alarms plugged in year-round. CO problems can

Leave your 00 Alarm plugged in year-round. 00 problems can occur any time during the year, and this Alarm can only alert you it

it is plugged in and receiving power.

This CO Alarm is intended for use in a standard, unswitched 120V AC

wall outlet. It is not intended for use in extension cords, power strips, o outlets controlled by a switch or dinner. These may not provide conti

cubels controlled by a switch or dimmer. These may not provide continuous power to the unit. When fully powered, the unit samples the air

and takes a new reading about every second. A microchip inside the

unit stores each reading, and remembers the levels of CO it has been exposed to over time. The Alarm sounds when it has been exposed to

exposed to over time. The Alarm sounds which it has been exposed to a "critical" level of CO (measured in parts per million or "ppm") within

a specified time (measured in minutes). This CO Alarm features a

permanently installed sensor, an indicator light, and an 80dB alarm not. It also has a Silence Feature to temporarily quiet the alarm horn.

In case that is a number of numbers to frequently require the information

MALFUNCTION WARNING

This unit performs self-diagnostic tests. If the Alarm malfunctions, it should be replaced immediately. See "IF THE CO ALARM IS NOT

should be replaced immediately. See "THE OPERATING PROPERTY" for more information.

THE PARTS OF YOUR CO ALARM

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1 Open door (in back)

2 Battery Compartment

(in back)

3 Test/Silence Button 4 POWER(NAPM)

4 POWER/ADARM LIGHT (Red)

1. (Behind Cover) Alarm

Horn: 85 dB audible

alarm for test, alarm, and unit malfunction

and unit transaction warning.

UNDERSTANDING YOUR CO ALARM

WHAT YOU SEE AND HEAR DURING INSTALLATION

WHAT TOO SEE AND HEARTSOMING INSTALLATION

UNDER NORMAL CONDITIONS (AC POWER): HORN: First

HORN: Silent POWER(ALARM LIGHT: Shines continuous

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WHEN YOU TEST THE CO ALARM: HORN: Follows Involve, 4 hours

HORN: Sounds loudly - 4 beeps, pause, 4 beeps, pause POWER/ALARM LIGHT: The LED flashes with the same pattern as

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WHAT YOU SEE AND HEAR UNDER DIFFERENT CONDITIONS

DURING A POWER FAILURE (IN BATTERY BACK-UI):

HORN: Silent

POWER/AL

WHEN THE ELECTRICITY COMES BACK ON AFTER A P

HORN: Silent

POWER/ALARM LIGHT: Shines continuously,

■ BATTERY BECOMES LOW OR IS MISSING:

HORN: Chirms once a minute

POWER/ALARM LIGHT: Shines continuously if AC is present or

flashes coincident with the ho

IF THE CO ALARM IS NOT OPERATING PROPERLY (MALFUNCTION

SIGNAL):

HORN: 3 chirps every minute

POWER/ALARM LIGHT: Flashes three times with the horn.

IF THE CO ALARM HAS REACHED ITS END OF LIFE:

HORN: 5 chirps every minute

POWER/ALARM LIGHT: 5 flashes approximately once a minute.

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WHAT YOU SEE AND HEAR IF CUTS DETECTED

ALARM LEVELS OF CO ARE DETECTED:

HORN: Sounds loudly - 4 beeps, pause, 4 beeps, pause. This sequence repeats for as long as the unit is in alarm.

This sequence repeats for as long as the unit is in alarm. POWER/ALARM LIGHT: The LED flashes with the same pattern as

the hom.

IF YOU SILENCE THE ALARM:

HORN: Silent for about 4 minutes

POWER/ALARM LIGHT: Flashes rapidly

Note: After 4 minutes, if CO levels drop below alarm levels, the unit

will remain silent and return to normal operation.

If CO presence still hom will sound again

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IF THE CO LEVELS RETURN TO NORMAL:

HORN: Silent POWER/ALARM LIGHT: Shines continuously

INSTALLATION

INSTALLATION WHERE TO INSTALL 20 ALABUS

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recommends that a CO

Alarm should be centrally located outside of each separate sleeping

area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms. For added protection, install additional CO Alarms in each separate bedroom, and on every

Level of your home.

If your bedroom hallway is longer than 40 feet (12 meters), install a CO

Alarm at BOTH ends of the hallway.

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SUGGESTED AREAS FOR INSTALLING ADDITIONAL CO ALARMS

In the local Homes

• Install at least one CO Alarm near or within each separate sleeping

area.

• For added protection, install an additional CO Alarm at least 20 feet

(6 meters) away from the furnace or fuel burning heat source.

In a Multi-level Home:

• Install at least one CO Alarm near or within each separate sleeping area

• For added protection, install at least one CO Alarm on each level of

the home. If you have a basement, install that CO Alarm at the top

of the basement stairs.

- For added protection, install an additional CO Alarm at least 20 feet (6 meters) away from the furnace or fuel burning best source.

A WARNING

WARNING! This unit should receive continuous electrical power. (The batteries

This unit should receive continuous electrical power. (The battery is meant for emergency back-up only). Choose an outlet where it

cannot be accidentally unplugged or switched off by children. Keep

small children away fro unplug it. Explain what

on the English text for the theme of

WHERE CO

INSTALLED

DO NOT LOCATE THIS CO ALARM:

• In garages, kitchens, furnace rooms, or in any extremely dusty

dirty or greasy areas

- Closer than 15 feet (4.6 meters) from a furnace or other fuel burning

heat source, or fuel burning appliances like a water heater.

- Within 5 feet (1.5 meters) of any cooking appliance.

• In extremely humid areas. This Alarm should be at least 10 feet (3 meters) from a bath or shower, sauna, humidifier, vaporizer, dish

(3) Michigan, with a bath of laundry, laundry, hairdresser, vapordresser, and washer, laundry room, utility room or other source of high humidity

• In areas where temperature is colder than 40^ F ( 4.4^ C) or hotter

than 100' F (37.8' C). These areas include non-airconditioned crawl spaces, unfinished lattice, uninsulated or needy insulated ceilings.

spacles, uninjured or porches, and garage

• In turbulent air, like near ceiling fans, heat vents, air conditioners.

fresh air returns, or open windows. Blowing air may prevent CO from washing the season.

from reaching the sensors. a in direct daylight

• In direct sunlight. a. In outlets covered by curtains as other obstructions

• In products covered

△WARNING!

• This CO Alarm is designed for use inside a single-family home or apartment. It is not meant to be used in common lobbies

or apartments, it is not meant to be used in common buildings; hallways, or basements of multi-family buildings unless working

CO Alarms are also installed in each family living unit.

CO Alarms in common areas: individual family living units.

• This CO Alarm alone is not a suitable substitute for complete

detection systems in places which house many people, like hotels

or dormitories, unless a CO Alarm is also placed in each unit.

• DO NOT use this CO Alarm in warehouses, industrial or com-

mercial buildings, special-purpose non-residential buildings, or airplanes. This CO Alarm is specifically designed for residential

using a red 3D platform is specifically designed for residential use, and may not provide adequate protection in non-residential

applications.

HOW TO INSTALL YOUR CO ALARM

Read "Where To install CO Alarms" before starting.

Before you start installation, find the pair of self-adhesive labels included with this CO Alarm. On each label write in the phone number

included with this CC Alam IT on each laser white in the phone number of your emergency responder (like 911) and a qualified appliance tech-

nician. Place one label near the CO Alarm, and the other label in the

"fresh air" location you plan to go if the alarm sounds

ACTIVATING THE BATTERY BACK-UP

ACTIVATING THE BATTERY BACK-UP Activate the battery back-up by installing one 9 yo

1. Push

1. Ensure battery is securely snapped

direction of arrow in the diagram.

1. Close the battery door.

2. Push and hold the Test/Silence button on the cover until you hear an acknowledge "chim". The alarm here will sound 4 hours, a

at ACKnowledge Chip: The alarm from will sound 4 beeps, a pause, then 4 beeps. The ALARM (RED) light will flash. The alarm

sequence should last 5-6 seconds. If it does not alarm, make sure

the battery is correctly installed, and test it again.

The battery is for back-up only and is not intended to power the Alarm for an extended period of time in the absence of AC.

Pain for an extended period of time in the absence of 948:

DIRECT PLUG ALARM INTO AN OUTLET

This Alarm can be plugged directly into a wall outlet located close to

the floor. 1. Choose a standard UNSWITCHED 130V AC outlet

1. Choose a standard UNSWITCHED 12.0V AC button.
2. Plug Alarm in

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IF YOUR CO ALARM SOUNDS

A WARNING!

Actuation of your CO Alarm indicates the presence of carbon

monoxide (CO) which can kill you. In other words, when your CO

Alarm sounds, you must not ignore it!

IF THE ALARM SIGNAL SOUNDS:

1. Operate the Test/Silence button.

2. Call your emergency services, fire department or 911. Write down

the number of your local emery

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2. Immediately move to fresh air—outdoors or by an open door or window. Do a head count to check that all persons are accounted

for. Do not re-enter the premises, or move away from the open

door or window until the emergency services responder has

arrived, the premises have been aired out, and your CO Alarm remains in its normal condition.

1. After following steps 1-3, if your CO Alarm reactivates within a

24-hour period, repeat steps 1-3 and call a qualified appliance technician to investigate for courage of CO from fuel buying.

Technician to investigate for sources of CO from fuel-burning equipment and appliances, and inspect for proper operation of this

equipment. If problems are identified during this inspection have the

equipment serviced immediately. Note any combustion equipment not inspected by the technician, and consult the manufacturers'

for registered by the manufacturer, and/or the manufacturers instructions, or contact the manufacturers directly, for more

information about CO safety and this equipment. Make sure that

motor vehicles are hot, and have not, been operating in an attached garage or adjacent to the residence. Write down the number of a

qualified appliance technician here:

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"ALARM-MOVE TO FRESH AIR"

If you hear the alarm horn and the red light is flashing, move

everyone to a source of fresh air. DO NOT unplug the CO Alarm!

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▲WARNING!

Aarms have various limitations. See *General Limitations of CO

Aamis® for details.

USING THE SILENCE FEATURES

AWARNING!

• The Silence Feature is for your convenience only and will

not correct a CO problem. Always check your home for a potential problem after any alarm. Failure to do so can you

potential problem after any alarm. Failure to do so can rest in injury or death.

- NEVER remove the batteries from your GO Alarm to silence

the horn. Use the silence feature. Removing the batteries

removes your protection! See "If Your CO Alarm Sounds" for details on according to an alarm.

details on responding to an alarm. The Silence Fortune is intended to temporary silences www.02 Alarm's

The Stenck Feature is intended to temporarily shield your CO Alarm's alarm horn while you correct the problem—it will not correct a CO prob-

lem. While the alarm is silenced it will continue to monitor the air for CO.

When CO reaches alarm levels the alarm will sound— repeating horn

pattern: 4 beeps, a pause, 4 beeps, etc. Press and hold the Test/Silence button until the hem is silent. The initial Silence cycle will last pass

button that the horn is silent. The initial silence cycle will last approximately 4 minutes.

NOTE: After initial 4-minute Silence cycle, the CO Alarm re-evaluates

present CO levels and responds accordingly. If CO levels remain poten-

tially dangerous—or start rising higher—the horn will start sounding again

While the detector is silenced:

If the CO Alarm... This means...

Is silent for only 4 minutes, CO levels are still potentially

then starts sounding loudly— dangerous.

4 beeps, pause, 4 beeps, pause

If the CO Alarm This means

Remains silent after you CO levels are dropping

pressed the Test/Silence

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SILENCING THE LOW BATTERY WARNING

Pressing the silence button can stop the low battery "chirp" for up to 8

hours; do not remove the battery or unplug the Alarm, unless changing the battery. Activation of low battery alarm is understood with a

the battery. Activation of low battery silence is acknowledged with a "chirp". Once the low battery warning "chirp" silence feature is activated

the unit continues to flash the red light once a minute for 8 hours. After

8 hours, the low battery "cherp" will resume. Replace the batteries as soon as possible.

If you cannot silence the low battery warning, replace the

batteries immediately

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SILENCING THE END OF LIFE SIGNAL

This silence feature can temporarily quiet the End of Life warning "shim" for up to 2 days. You are silence the End of Life warning "shim".

chip for up to 2 days. You can silence the End of the warning chip by pressing the Test/Silence button. The horn will chip, acknowledging

that the End of Life silence feature has been activated.

After approximately 2 days, the End of Life "chirp" will resume.

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TESTING AND MAINTENANCE

WEEKLY TESTING

Press the Test/Silence button on the Alarm cover until alarm sounds.

During testing, you will hear a loud alarm sequence – 4 beeps, pause,

4 beeps, pause. The slums continue should last 5 seconds. Hit does not elums me

The alarm sequence should last 5-6 seconds. If it does not alarm, ma sure the unit is fully plugged into an unswitched outlet. If the unit still

does not alarm, replace it immediately.

AWARNING!

- If the Alarm ever fails to test properly, replace it immediately.

Products under warranty may be returned to the manufacturer for

- replacement. See "Limited Warranty" at the end of this manual. • DO NOT stand close to the Alarm when the horn is sounding

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