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(synchronized with the horn), repeating every

WARNING:

minute.

This device may not alarm at low carbon monoxide levels. This

Yellow:

Indicates malfunction or "End of Product Life".

detector has not been investigated for carbon monoxide detection below

Refer to Section H.

30 ppm.

• It will be steady-on when the unit is AC

powered or it will flash every minute

Warning: This carbon monoxide alarm is designed to detect

synchronized with the horn when unit is

carbon monoxide gas from ANY source of combustion. It is

powered only by the back-up battery.

Not designed to detect smoke, fire or any other gases. This

device is not suitable for installation in a hazardous location,

• At "End of Product Life", synchronized with

as defined in the Canadian Electrical Code.

the above, the green LED will flash quickly

2 times per minute.

WARNING:

HORN: The horn generates 4 different patterns.

This product is intended for use in ordinary indoor locations of family

4 beeps: Indicates an alarm condition, and that there is a

living units. It is not designed to measure compliance with

dangerous level of carbon monoxide present.

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) commercial

Refer to Section E.

and industrial standards. Individuals with medical problems may

consider using warning devices which provide audible and visual signals

• It will beep quickly 4 times (synchronized with

for carbon monoxide concentrations under 30 ppm.

the Red LED), repeating every 5 seconds, for

the first 4 minutes.

This device is designed to protect individuals from the acute effects of

carbon monoxide exposure. It will not fully safeguard the individuals

• After 4 minutes it will beep quickly 4 times

with specific medical conditions. If in doubt, consult a medical

(synchronized with the Red LED), repeating

practitioner.

every minute.

• In multiple station configuration, the 4 beep

Caution:

alarm signal without red LED flashing will

Your unit is constantly monitoring the air and will go into

indicate that the alarm was initiated by one of

full alarm if ongoing, hazardous levels of CO are detected.

the interconnected CO alarms.

Follow the instructions in section K if the full alarm sounds.

3 beeps: Indicates alarm/hazardous smoke level at one of the

interconnected smoke alarms.

WARNING: This device will only alarm if carbon monoxide

• It will beep 3 times, repeating every 4 seconds.

is detected. If not responded to, the presence of carbon

2 beeps: Indicates the battery is low. Refer to Section J.

monoxide can be fatal. For list of sources of carbon

monoxide, see Sections C and D.

• It will beep quickly 2 times, repeating every

minute.

CAUTION: This alarm will only indicate the presence of

1 beep:

Indicates malfunction or "End of Product Life".

carbon monoxide at the sensor. Carbon monoxide may be

Refer to Section H.

present in other areas.

• It will produce a single beep, repeating every

minute.

WARNING

NOTE: During the horn alarm, signals only to the unit that

initiates the alarm will have the red LED flashing. See Section K

Installation of this CO alarm should not be used as a substitute

for more details regarding the alarm signals for multiple station

for proper installation, use, and maintenance of fuel burning

configuration.

appliances, including appropriate ventilation and exhaust systems.

LCD (WHERE EQUIPPED): The LCD display displays 4 pieces of

Getting Started

information, pressing the "Display" button allows you to toggle

between screens.

Step 1

NOTE: The LCD display may be damaged by exposure to high

Determine the best location for your CO alarm(s). Usually this is

humidity and temperature.

in or near bedrooms. Your alarm can be used as a plug-in or a

wallmount (using the mounting plate screws and anchors

PPM: This is the default display value. It shows the CO

provided) configuration. Refer to Section F and Section G.

concentration that the unit is sensing. The lowest value that the

Step 2

unit will show is 30 ppm.

Connect the battery (where the alarm has back-up battery) of

PEAK: This is the highest CO concentration (in ppm) that the unit

your CO alarm and install the alarm. Refer to Section G and

Section J.

has sensed in the last 12 hours.

IMPORTANT: American Sensors CO alarms CO8L, CO8LBD,

COHB: This approximates your exposure to carbon monoxide (see

CO8LBI and CO8LBDI have been designed to operate for 6

Section E).

years. A replacement date label has been placed on the device.

On the replacement date label write the month and the year,

LOW BATTERY: If your alarm has a low battery, the low battery icon

corresponding to 6 years/72 months from the installation date.

will be displayed.

Under no circumstances should the alarm be used beyond 6 years

from installation. The alarm may no longer detect CO accurately

NO BATTERY INDICATOR (ONLY ON MODELS WITH REPLACEABLE

and should be immediately replaced. See Section H for the "End

BACK-UP BATTERY):

of Product Life " signal.

Step 3

The battery out indicator is located on the front of the alarm. It

displays "NO BATTERY" when the battery has been removed.

When power is connected the CO alarm will go through a test

sequence (the horn will beep quickly 4 times, followed by 5

B. What is carbon monoxide and why

seconds of silence, followed by 4 quick beeps - this is the alarm

should you be concerned?

pattern that you will hear in the event of an emergency).

Additionally the red LED will flash synchronized with each beep

and it will be followed by one flash of both green and amber

Carbon monoxide is a dangerous, poisonous gas. It is often referred

LEDs at the end of the second series of beeps. Finally the LCD

to as the Silent Killer because it has no odor or taste and it can't be

display (where equipped) will turn on. If you press the test

seen. The presence of carbon monoxide inhibits the blood's

capacity to transport oxygen throughout the body, which can

button this sequence will repeat itself. Refer to Section H.

eventually lead to brain damage.

Step 4

In any enclosed space (home, office, recreational vehicle or boat)

While testing the CO alarm, have someone else check that the

even a small accumulation of carbon monoxide can be dangerous.

alarm can be heard easily from the sleeping areas, Refer to

Section H.

C. What are the potential sources of carbon

monoxide?

A. Indicators

Although many products of combustion can cause discomfort and

LCD Display

Your carbon monoxide

(only on CO8LBD & CO8LBDI)

adverse health effects, it is carbon monoxide (CO) that presents the

alarm displays information

greatest threat to life.

from four sources:

Test/Reset

Button

CO is produced by the incomplete combustion of fuels such as natural

1. The 3 LED indicator

gas, propane, heating oil, kerosene, coal, charcoal, gasoline or wood.

Display

Button

lights.

The incomplete combustion of fuel can occur in any device that

Battery Out

toggles the

Indicator

LCD display

depends on burning for energy or heat such as furnaces, boilers, room

2. The loud 85dB horn.

between

ppm, peak &

heaters, hot water heaters, stoves or grills and in any gasoline-powered

COHB (only

3. The LCD display

vehicle or engine (e.g., generator set or lawnmower). Tobacco smoke

on CO8LBD

& CO8LBDI)

(where equipped).

also adds CO to the air you breathe.

Yellow, Green

When properly installed and maintained, your natural gas furnace and

4. No Battery, yellow

& Red LED's

hot water heater do not pollute your air space with carbon monoxide.

indicator (where

85dB Horn

Natural gas is known as a "clean burning" fuel because under correct

equipped).

operating conditions the combustion products are water vapor and

carbon dioxide, which are not toxic. (Carbon dioxide (CO2) is also

present in the air we exhale and is necessary for plant life.) The

products of combustion are vented from furnaces and water heaters to

the outside by means of a flue duct or chimney.

Correct operation of fuel-burning equipment requires two key

conditions. There must be:

LIGHTS: The indicator lights are three different colours:

• An adequate supply of air for complete combustion

Green:

Indicates that the unit is receiving power.

• Proper venting of the products of combustion from the furnace

through the chimney, vent or duct to the outside

• When the alarm is operated on AC power

supply, this LED will be steady-on.

Typical Carbon Monoxide Problems

1. Equipment problems, due to defects, poor maintenance, damaged or

• If the alarm is operating on a battery supply,

cracked heat exchangers

then this LED will flash once per minute.

2. Collapsed or blocked chimneys or flues, dislodged, disconnected or

• If the Green LED is steady off, then it is not

damaged vents

receiving power.

3. Downdraft in chimneys or flues; this can also be caused by very long

• If the product has more than six years from

or circuitous flue runs, improper location of flue exhaust or wind

installation, as part of the "End of Product Life

conditions

Signal", this LED will flash 2 times every

4. Improper installation or operation of equipment, chimneys or vents

minute. Refer to Section H.

5. Air tightness of house envelope results in a lack of air for the

Red:

Indicates an alarm condition, and that there is a

combustion process

dangerous level of carbon monoxide present.

6. Inadequate exhaust of space heaters or appliances

Refer to Section K.

7. Exhaust ventilation/fireplace competing for air supply

• It will flash quickly 4 times (synchronized with

the horn), repeating every 5 seconds, for the

first 4 minutes.

• After 4 minutes it will flash quickly 4 times

D. Potential sources of carbon monoxide in

2. For battery back-up model CO8LBD, connect the battery(refer

your home:

to Section J).

3. Plug the alarm into a standard 120 Volt AC wall outlet.

• Do not use the alarm in an outlet that is controlled by a wall

switch.

• If you have a double outlet, plug the unit into the bottom

outlet so that the top outlet is available for other use.

Wood or Gas Fireplace

Clogged Chimney

Wood Stove

• To work properly, the unit must not be blocked by furniture or

draperies.

G2. Installation of hardwire models (CO8LBI-

CO8LBDI) - for Service Personnel ONLY:

WARNING:

Your Carbon Monoxide alarm is to be

Automobile and Garage

Gas Water Heater

Gas Appliances

mounted onto a junction box on the wall or ceiling. These

units are for permanent connection only and should be

installed by Qualified Service Personnel only. DO NOT

connect wires to an AC outlet, extension cord, or power

cord and attachment plug. DO NOT connect to an AC

Cigarette Smoke

outlet that is controlled by a wall switch. To work

Gas or Kerosene Heater

Gas or Oil Furnace

properly, the unit must not be blocked by furniture or

Conditions That Can Result In Transient CO Situations:

draperies. These units operate on 120 Volt AC. The

location and wiring methods must be in accordance with

a) Excessive spillage or reverse venting of fuel burning

the National Electrical Code or Canadian Electrical Code.

appliances caused by:

• Outdoor ambient conditions, such as wind

IMPORTANT: THE CO8LBI AND CO8LBDI ALARMS ARE

direction and/or velocity, including high gusts of

INTERCONNECTABLE ONLY WITH THE FOLLOWING AMERICAN

wind and insufficient draft in the vent pipes;

SENSORS SMOKE ALARMS 470, 670, 770, SA360, SA379,

• Negative pressure differential resulting from the

ESA5011 AND THE CO/SMOKE COMBINATION ALARM COS2010.

use of exhaust fans;

Connect your alarm to any standard 120 Volt AC wiring

• Simultaneous operation of several fuel-burning

system utilizing the quick connect wiring harness and the

appliances competing for limited internal air;

mounting plate. Follow local or federal electrical and building

• Loose vent pipe connections from fuel-fired

code standards at all times.

appliances;

1. Make sure the AC power to the junction box is turned off

at the fuse box or service panel before installation.

• Obstructions, or unconventional vent pipe designs

that can amplify the above situations;

2. Remove the two screw covers from the mounting plate and

retain them for later

• Poorly designed or maintained chimneys, and or

UP Indicator

use.

vents.

3. Install the quick

b) Extended operation of unvented fuel-burning appliances (range,

connect wiring

oven, fireplace, etc.).

harness into the

c) Temperature inversions that can trap exhaust near the ground.

mounting plate, This

Wiring Harness

can only be installed

d) Car idling in an open or closed attached garage, or near a

in one direction and

home.

will clip into place

when fully inserted.

E. What are the possible symptoms of carbon

4. Using twist-on

monoxide poisoning?

wire connectors (supplied), connect the white wire of the

wiring harness to the neutral (white wire) from the junction

Carbon monoxide (CO) is odorless, colorless, tasteless and very

box and the black wire of the harness to the live (black wire)

toxic. When inhaled, it produces an effect known as chemical

from the junction box. If you are interconnecting the alarm to

asphyxiation. Injury is due to the combining of CO with the

other alarms (see wiring diagram) then connect the orange

available hemoglobin in the blood, which lowers the oxygen-

wire of the wiring harness to the interconnect line. If you are

carrying capacity of the blood. In the presence of carbon

not interconnecting the alarm, then cap off the orange wire.

monoxide, the body is quickly affected by oxygen starvation.

The following symptoms are related to carbon monoxide

poisoning and should be discussed with all members of the

household so that you know what to look for:

Extreme Exposure (more than 40% COHb):

Unconsciousness, convulsions, cardio-respiratory failure,

death

Medium Exposure (15% to 40% COHb): Severe throbbing

headache, drowsiness, confusion, vomiting, fast heart rate

Mild Exposure (less than 15% COHb): Slight headache,

nausea, fatigue (often described as "flu-like" symptoms)

Many cases of reported carbon monoxide poisoning indicate that

while victims are aware they are not well, they become so

disoriented then are unable to save themselves by either exiting

5. Check all connections and carefully push the wires back

the building or calling for assistance.

and install the mounting plate onto the junction box. Be sure

Young children and household pets may be the first affected.

that the arrow at the top of the mounting plate is pointing

Exposure during sleep is particularly dangerous because the victim

"UP" as this is where the top of the alarm will be.

usually does not awaken.

6. Install the two screw covers (retained from Step 2) to hide

For most people, mild symptoms generally will be felt after several

the locations for the octagon box mounting screws.

hours of exposure to 100 ppm of carbon monoxide. Higher levels

7. Install the back-up battery into the alarm (refer to Section J

will lead to more severe symptoms or death.

of the User's Manual).

F. Where should you install the alarm?

8. Plug the alarm into the mounting plate. Be sure that the

top of the alarm is at the top of the mounting plate - the

Since carbon monoxide moves freely in the air, the suggested

connector pins in the back of the alarm should slide easily

location is in or as near as possible to sleeping areas of the home.

into the quick connect wiring harness and the alarm should be

The human body is most

securely clipped into place by the 4 locking clips on the

vulnerable to the effects of

mounting plate.

carbon monoxide during

9. Turn the power back on at the fuse box or service panel.

sleeping hours. For

10. Your alarm should be serviced by Qualified Service

maximum protection, a

Personnel only. AC power should always be turned off before

carbon monoxide alarm

servicing the unit. To remove the alarm from its mounting

should be located outside

plate, the locking clips must be gently pried open using a

primary sleeping areas or

small screwdriver as you pull the unit out.

on each level of your

home. The diagram

H. How can you Test/Reset the alarm?

suggests ideal locations for

alarms in the home. The

A green power light indicates that power is supplied. For the

electronic sensor detects carbon monoxide, measures the

display models CO8LBD and CO8LBDI, the display will show

concentration and sounds a loud alarm before a potentially

"000". The green LED

harmful level is reached.

must be steady-on if

To reduce the likelihood of nuisance tripping of the device's alarm

unit is AC powered or

circuit and to prevent damaging the sensor:

it will flash every 60

seconds if the unit is

• Do not install or place the alarm

powered only by the

- In locations where the normal ambient temperature is

back-up battery.

below 40°F (4.4°C) or exceeds 100°F (37.8°C)

To test the alarm (wait

- Within 5 ft. (1.5 m) of any cooking appliance

at least ten minutes

- In damp or very humid areas or next to bathrooms with

after installing it), press and release the Test/Reset button.

showers. Install detectors at least 5 ft. (1.5m) away from

The alarm will sound two series of 4 short beeps and the red

bathrooms.

LED will flash.

- In close proximity to an automobile exhaust pipe; this will

To reset after an alarm, press the Test/Reset button to silence

damage the alarm.

or reset the unit. Follow the instructions in Section K, which

• Accommodation spaces should be well ventilated when

tell you what to do after an alarm. This Carbon Monoxide

household cleaning supplies or similar contaminant's are used.

Alarm is designed to do a continuous self-diagnostic check of

its micro processing circuitry when in use.

G. How should you install the alarm?

A malfunctioning unit is indicated by a steady-on yellow LED

and one single beep every 60 seconds. If this occurs, reset the

Your American Sensors Carbon Monoxide Alarm is easy to install

unit. If the unit again beeps intermittently, do not use this

to protect you and your family in your home, cottage, cabin and

unit.

office.

The "End of Product Life" signal is similar to the malfunction

To work properly, the alarm unit must not be blocked by furniture

signal. The only difference is the addition of 2 quick flashes of

or draperies.

the green LED synchronized with the beep.

To provide maximum protection please allow up to 8 hours for

For questions about your CO alarm, please contact:

your CO alarm to fully initialize. It will, however, immediately

1-800-387-4219

warn you of dangerous CO levels if they are present in your home.

G1. Installation of plug-in models (CO8L-CO8LBD):

1. Select a proper location for the alarm(refer to Section F).

I. How can you maintain your alarm?

An alarm is useful only if

Test/Reset button

it works. The following

Test the alarm

What to do after resetting the alarm following an alarm?

illustration explains

by pressing the

Test/Reset button

proper maintenance:

once a week.

Your alarm should be

What to do after a carbon monoxide problem has been

tested at least once per

corrected?

week by pushing the

Test/Reset button as

Air vent on bottom

outlined in Section H.

of unit.

Vacuum the air

vent occasionally

IMPORTANT: For the multiple stations of CO and smoke

to keep free of dust

alarm configuration, when there are hazardous smoke or CO

conditions at one of the interconnected units, only the unit

J. Back-up Battery Installation &

that initiates the alarm will have the red LED flashing

Replacement

synchronized with the sound alarm pattern (4 or 3 beeps).

The rest of the interconnected units will generate only the

Under normal conditions your battery should last at least one

sound without the red LED flashing.

year. When powered only by the back-up battery the green light

In a CO alarm situation (4 beeps), localize the CO alarm that

on the unit will briefly blink about every 60 seconds if the

has initiated the alarm signal and act immediately per

battery is adequately powering the unit.

instructions 1 to 4 above.

This CO alarm has a low battery warning to warn you that the

In a smoke alarm situation (3 beeps), localize the unit that has

initiated the alarm and act immediately according to the

battery is running low or if the battery is missing. This is a

owner's manual instructions of the smoke alarm.

double beep approximately every minute. This low battery

warning will continue for at least 7 days if the unit is powered

L. Technical Information

by battery only and indefinitely if it is AC powered. Replace

your battery immediately if this occurs to ensure ongoing

protection.

Your alarm utilizes a proprietary Electronic Sensing

Technology that permits the unit to vary the exposure time

Battery Replacement

before the alarm sounds based on carbon monoxide

concentrations.

WARNING

Exposure Times

The carbon monoxide concentrations and time standards for

Use recommended batteries only.

the alarms are as follows:

• Use of different battery may have a detrimental effect on the

alarms operation

The Full Alarm Activates

Screw Covers

• Constant exposures to high or low temperatures or high

• Within 60-240 minutes at exposures of 70 ppm

humidity may reduce the battery life.

• Within 10-50 minutes at exposures of 150 ppm

• This carbon monoxide alarm will not operate with a dead or

• Within 4-15 minutes at exposures of 400 ppm

missing battery or if the battery door is open or not closed

completely.

Specifications

Locking Clips

• Do not remove the battery to use in any toys, remote controls

AC Power Supply 12V, 60HZ, 7 W"

or other household devices.

Battery Back-up

• Do not try to open the alarm except for the battery door.

Opening the main housing of the alarm may damage the unit

and will void the warranty:

Recommended Battery: Use only 9V batteries Duracell

MN/MX1604, Gold Peak GP1604A/P/S, Energizer X22,

Eveready 522/1222 or Ultralife U9VL-J (available at most

Dimensions

general retail stores).

Normal Operating Conditions:

Battery Installation Instructions

Operating Temperature

Relative Humidity

1a. If the alarm is a plug-in model, remove it from the wall by

Alarm

pulling it out of the

outlet.

M. Limited Warranty

1b. If the alarm is a

hardwire model,

Your American Sensors carbon monoxide is warranted for six

then use a small

Slide battery

(6) years from the date of purchase against defect in material

screwdriver to gently

door out.

and workmanship. Units returned to Dicon Global Inc. with

pry open the locking

proof of purchase date during this period as a result of such

tabs and pull the

defects will be repaired, or replaced at Dicon Global Inc.'s

alarm out of the

option. This warranty only covers defects in material or

mounting plate.

workmanship in normal residential use. This warranty does

2. Slide the battery

not cover damage resulting from negligent handling, misuse,

door out.

or lack of reasonable care. This warranty is in lieu of any other

3. Connect fresh

warranty either expressed or implied.

battery to battery

DICON GLOBAL INC. SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY

snap. Replace the battery compartment door.

FOR ANY PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY

4. Test the unit by pressing the Test/Reset button as per

DAMAGE, OR ANY SPECIAL INCIDENTAL,

Section H to confirm the unit is powered.

CONTINGENT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE OF

ANY KIND RESULTING FROM CARBON MONOXIDE.

5. Return the alarm to its original location.

THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR BREACH OF THE

LIMITED WARRANTY CONTAINED HEREIN IS THE

K. What should you do if the ALARM sounds?

REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE DEFECTIVE

PRODUCT AT DICON GLOBAL INC.'S OPTION. IN NO

If potentially harmful levels of carbon

CASE SHALL DICON GLOBAL INC.'S LIABILITY

UNDER ANY OTHER REMEDY PRESCRIBED BY LAW

monoxide are detected, your unit will go into

EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE. YOUR CARBON

full alarm. The alarm signal consists of 4

MONOXIDE ALARM IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR

PROPERTY, DISABILITY, LIFE OR OTHER INSURANCE

rapid beeps repeating every 5 seconds, with

OF ANY KIND. APPROPRIATE COVERAGE IS YOUR

the red LED light flashing every time the alarm

RESPONSIBILITY. CONSULT YOUR INSURANCE

AGENT.

horn beeps.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have

If the full alarm sounds respond as follows:

other rights which may vary from province to province.

Return to point of purchase for servicing. For repair or

replacement within the warranty period, return this product

i) ! WARNING

(or send it postage prepaid) along with proof of purchase date

to Dicon Global Inc. Please enclose a note stating the nature

Actuation of your CO alarm indicates

of the difficulty. Prior to sending, please call 1-800-387-4219

to establish a Returned Goods Authorization ("RGA")

the presence of carbon monoxide

Test/Reset

number and the latest instructions to serve you promptly.

(CO) which can KILL YOU. If alarm

button

Please mark this number on the exterior of your package and

send to:

signal sounds (series of 4 beeps, red

LED flashing):

1. Immediately move to fresh air -

outdoors or by an open door or

N. Tips for the homeowner

window. Check if all persons are

accounted for. Do not re-enter the

Energy Conservation and Indoor Air Quality

Two steps that homeowners take to conserve energy may

premises or move away from the

adversely affect indoor air quality.

open door/window until the

Since air leakage can account for as much as 40% of heat loss,

emergency responders have

houses are being made more air tight. Reduced air leakage will

contribute to higher concentrations of air contaminant's from

arrived, the premises have been

indoor sources and can cause draft reversal in the furnace or

aired out, and your alarm remains

fireplace chimney when the demand for air by fireplaces,

furnaces and exhaust fans exceeds the air supplied by leakage

in its normal condition.

area and supply ducts.

Converting from oil to gas, without taking steps to prevent

2. Call your emergency services

chimney deterioration, will increase the risk of chimney

(

), [fire

blockage, draft failure and the associated release of

combustion products into the house. Qualified contractors and

department or 911];

inspection by the gas company are recommended.

ii) If malfunction/"service" signal

Dirt and Blockage

sounds (one beep and yellow LED

Never insulate or try to seal up a draft hood, wind cap or

flashing every minute) return the

exhaust vent on any gas appliance (furnace, hot water heater,

range, dryer or space heater). Keep your equipment area clean.

alarm to the point of purchase.

Don't store anything that could restrict air circulation close to

equipment.

It is absolutely essential to your safety that panels and grills on

A full continuous alarm within six minutes after reset

the furnace are kept in place and that the fan compartment

confirms ongoing presence of harmful levels of carbon

door is closed when the furnace is operating.

monoxide. If this occurs follow instructions 1 - 2 above.

If you have a gas water heater, make sure that combustion air

openings at the bottom of the tank and the opening below the

draft diverter (on top of the tank next to the flue duct)

remain unblocked.

After a carbon monoxide problem has been corrected

If you have a gas dryer, the exhaust duct must be vented to the

reset your alarm by pushing the Test/Reset button as per

outside and have a hood at the end. Check that the exhaust

the instructions on Section H.

system is not blocked by lint or debris and that the flapper in

the hood moves freely.

For all fuel-burning equipment, make sure that vent hoods

and pipes are not blocked by insulation, leaves or bird nests.

Using other equipment that consumes or exhausts household

air

If you use exhaust fans, a fireplace or other fuel burning

heaters or stoves:

Run exhaust fans for just a minute or two at a time. Prolonged

use could remove too much air, and it wastes heat.

Do not run power attic vents during the winter or when your

furnace is on.

When your fireplace, coal or wood stove is operating, open a

window and close off warm air registers in the room or install

a fresh air duct directly to the fireplace or stove so that it

won't steal air from your furnace.

Confining or enclosing gas-fired equipment

If you have partitioned off your furnace and water heater, you

may need additional ventilation.

Danger Signs

Stuffy, stale or smelly air, back drafts and soot from a fireplace

or furnace chimney usually means your home needs more air

for proper combustion and healthy living. For gas-fired

equipment, mostly yellow (rather than clear blue) burner

flames, a pilot light that keeps going out, or a smell of gas

indicate trouble. Turn off the equipment and contact your gas

company emergency service.

Additional Safety Tips

Have your fuel-burning equipment checked periodically for

safety and efficiency by a qualified service technician.

Use only 9V batteries Duracell

If you are adding a wood or coal burning stove to a home,

MN/MX1604, Gold Peak

make sure that the stove is properly installed and vented.

GP1604A/P/S, Energizer X22,

Check with the Building and Inspections Department of your

Eveready 522/1222 or Ultralife

local municipality or consult a heating contractor before

U9VL-J (available at most general retail

installation. If you have already installed a wood or coal stove

stores).

without a building permit or inspection, consult your local

municipal building authority. Some "do-it-your-selfers" have

(5.25" x 2.80" x 2.00")

unknowingly created dangerous conditions. Once you file for a

permit, a qualified inspector will check your installation and

4.4°C to 37.8°C (40°F to 100°F)

explain how to rectify any mistakes.

30% to 70%

Do not expose yourself to carbon monoxide through

85 dB at 10 ft

carelessness. Never operate a gasoline-powered engine in a

confined or enclosed space such as a garage or tool shed.

Never use a kerosene stove or charcoal grill in a confined

space such as a closed garage or recreational van.

On masonry chimneys inspect the clean-out regularly to

ensure that the chimney is free and clear of debris.

Regardless of the fuel your furnace, fireplace or stove uses,

your chimney should be inspected from time to time by a

competent chimney contractor.

Never try to add a "heat reclaimer" or "automatic flue

damper" to your gas furnace or water heater. Gas installation

safety codes prohibit use of these devices as an add-on to an

existing furnace because of the risks of incorrect installation

and mechanical failure.

When using paints, household cleaning supplies or similar

materials, be sure that you're using them in a well ventilated

area.

Following sensible maintenance and safety procedures in the

home will give you fuel savings without endangering your

health.

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Dicon Global Inc.

20 Steelcase Road West, Unit 3

Markham, Ontario, Canada L3R 1B2

www.diconglobal.com

Owner's Manual/

Guide de I'utilisateur

Models /Modèles CO8L, CO8LBD

Plug-in Models

Enfichable 120 V c.a.

Models/Modèles CO8LBI,

CO8LBDI

Hardwire Models

Câble 120 V c.a.,

Interconnectable

IMPORTANT: This manual must be read, followed and

kept for future reference.

IMPORTANT: Ce guide doit être lu, suivi et gardé en

lieu sur pour consulter à l'ultérieur.

(Français au verso)

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