1. Pengenalan
The Kidde KN-COPP-B-LPM Carbon Monoxide (CO) Alarm is designed to detect carbon monoxide gas and alert you to its presence, providing crucial protection for your home and family. Carbon monoxide is an odorless, colorless, and poisonous gas that can be produced by incomplete combustion in various household appliances. This battery-powered alarm offers easy installation and continuous monitoring, even during power outages.
This manual provides essential information for the proper installation, operation, and maintenance of your Kidde CO alarm. Please read it thoroughly before use and retain it for future reference.
2. Maklumat Keselamatan Penting
WARNING: This carbon monoxide alarm is designed to detect carbon monoxide gas from any source of combustion. It is NOT designed to detect smoke or fire.
Carbon monoxide (CO) is a highly toxic gas that can be fatal. It is impossible to see, smell, or taste. The symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are similar to the flu, but without fever. They include headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, and fatigue. If you suspect CO poisoning, immediately move to fresh air and seek medical attention.
Product Placement Guidelines
Proper placement of your CO alarm is critical for effective detection. Refer to the diagram below for general recommendations. Always consult local codes and regulations for specific requirements.
Image: Home Safety Product Placement Guide. This diagram illustrates recommended locations for carbon monoxide alarms (blue icons) and smoke alarms (red icons) throughout a typical home, including bedrooms, hallways, living rooms, kitchens, basements, and garages. It also shows fire extinguishers and escape ladders.
- Install a CO alarm on every level of your home, especially near sleeping areas.
- Do not place alarms within 6 feet of fuel-burning appliances.
- Avoid placing the alarm in direct sunlight, near vents, fans, or in extremely dusty, dirty, or greasy areas.
- The alarm is portable and can be placed on a tabletop or mounted on a wall.
3. Ciri-ciri
The Kidde KN-COPP-B-LPM Carbon Monoxide Alarm incorporates several features for enhanced safety and user convenience:
- Electrochemical Sensor Technology: Provides accurate and reliable detection of carbon monoxide gas.
- Paparan Digital: Shows the current CO level in parts per million (PPM) and updates every 15 seconds.
- Memori Tahap Puncak: Records and displays the highest CO concentration detected since the last reset.
- Dikendalikan Bateri: Powered by 3 AA batteries (included), ensuring operation during power outages.
- Butang Uji/Tetapkan Semula: Allows for easy testing of the alarm's functionality and silencing of the alarm or low battery chirp.
- Penunjuk LED: A green LED indicates normal operation, while a red LED pulses during a CO alarm.
- Reka Bentuk Mudah Alih: Compact and lightweight, suitable for travel or placement on a tabletop.
Image: Product Features. This image displays the Kidde Carbon Monoxide Alarm with callouts pointing to its key features: Digital Display, Peak Level Memory, Low Battery Signal, Test/Reset Button, and Slide-Out Battery Door cover.
4. Persediaan dan Pemasangan
Pemasangan Bateri
- Cari petak bateri di bahagian belakang unit.
- Luncurkan pintu bateri.
- Insert three (3) AA alkaline batteries, ensuring correct polarity (+ and -).
- Close the battery door securely. The unit will chirp and the green LED will flash, indicating it is powered on.
Image: Battery Installation. This image shows the rear of the Kidde Carbon Monoxide Alarm with the battery compartment open, revealing three AA batteries inserted. The model number and manufacturing date are also visible.
Pilihan Pemasangan
The KN-COPP-B-LPM can be used as a tabletop unit or wall-mounted.
- Peletakan Atas Meja: Simply place the unit on a flat, stable surface in your desired location, ensuring it is not obstructed.
- Pemasangan Dinding: Use the provided mounting screws and anchors to secure the alarm to a wall. Ensure the alarm is mounted at a height where it can be easily seen and heard, typically at eye level.
Image: Wall Mounting and Testing. A person's hands are shown pressing the 'Test/Reset' button on a Kidde Carbon Monoxide Alarm that is mounted on a white wall, demonstrating typical interaction with the device.
5. Operasi
Operasi Biasa
Once batteries are installed, the green LED will flash approximately once every 30 seconds, indicating that the alarm is operating correctly and monitoring for carbon monoxide.
Image: Normal Operation Indicator. This image shows the front of the Kidde Carbon Monoxide Alarm, with the green 'Operate' LED illuminated, indicating that the device is functioning normally.
CO Alarm Condition
If carbon monoxide is detected at dangerous levels, the alarm will sound an 85-decibel alarm pattern (4 quick beeps, pause, 4 quick beeps) and the red LED will flash. The digital display will show the detected CO concentration in PPM.
Butang Uji/Tetap Semula
Pressing the Test/Reset button will:
- Test the alarm's electronic circuitry and horn.
- Silence the alarm during a CO event (for a limited time).
- Silence the low battery chirp for approximately 24 hours.
Memori Tahap Puncak
Kepada view the peak CO level recorded by the alarm, press the 'Peak Level' button. The highest CO concentration detected since the last reset will be displayed. This feature is useful for understanding past CO exposures.
Penunjuk Bateri Rendah
When the batteries are low, the alarm will chirp approximately once every 60 seconds, and the digital display may show 'LB' (Low Battery). Replace the batteries immediately.
6. Penyelenggaraan
Regular maintenance ensures your CO alarm functions optimally.
- Ujian Mingguan: Press the Test/Reset button once a week to ensure the alarm is functioning correctly. The alarm should sound.
- Penggantian Bateri: Replace batteries annually or when the low battery indicator sounds. Use only recommended AA alkaline batteries.
- Pembersihan: Clean the alarm regularly by vacuuming the vents with a soft brush attachment. Do not use cleaning solvents or sprays directly on the unit.
- Tamat Hayat Unit: The alarm has a 7-year lifespan. After 7 years from the date of manufacture (or power-up if unknown), the unit will signal its end-of-life by chirping five times every minute and displaying 'End'. Replace the unit immediately.
7. Penyelesaian masalah
| Masalah | Kemungkinan Punca | Penyelesaian |
|---|---|---|
| Alarm sounds continuously with red LED flashing. | High CO levels detected. | Immediately move to fresh air. Call 911 or your local emergency services. Do not re-enter the premises until it has been aired out and the CO source identified and corrected. |
| Bunyi penggera berbunyi setiap 60 saat sekali. | Bateri lemah. | Replace all three (3) AA batteries immediately. Press the Test/Reset button to silence the chirp for 24 hours if needed. |
| Alarm chirps 5 times every minute. | Tamat hayat unit. | The alarm has reached the end of its operational life. Replace the unit immediately. |
| Digital display shows 'Err'. | Malfunction or sensor error. | The unit is malfunctioning. Replace the alarm immediately. |
| No display or power. | No batteries or incorrect battery installation. | Ensure batteries are installed correctly with proper polarity. Replace batteries if necessary. |
8. Spesifikasi
- model: KN-COPP-B-LPM
- Jenis Sensor: Elektrokimia
- Sumber Kuasa: 3 AA Battery Powered (included)
- Kekuatan Penggera: 85 decibels at 10 feet
- Dimensi Produk: 1.5"D x 4.5"W x 2.75"H
- Berat Barang: 0.58 paun (lebih kurang 9.3 auns)
- Kelembapan Operasi: 5% hingga 95% kelembapan relatif, tidak terkondensasi
- Suhu Operasi: 37.8 Darjah Celsius (lebih kurang 100°F)
- Jangka hayat: 7 tahun
- Pensijilan: UL Tersenarai
- Negara Asal: China
9. Waranti dan Sokongan
Maklumat Waranti
The Kidde KN-COPP-B-LPM Carbon Monoxide Alarm comes with a 10-Year Limited Manufacturer's Warranty on the alarm unit itself. This warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service. Please note that this warranty does not cover battery performance.
The warranty period begins when the alarm is first powered on. If the power-on date is unknown, it is assumed that replacement is needed after 7 years from the manufacturing date.
Sokongan Pelanggan
For technical assistance, warranty claims, or further information, please visit the official Kidde website or refer to the contact information provided in the product packaging.
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