NighthawkメーカーKN-COEG-3の使用説明書/サービス説明書
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Nighthawk CO and Gas Alarm with Digital Display , Peak Level Memory and 9V Battery Backup Model: KN-COEG-3 810-1571 REV . C 03/01 NIGHTHA WK Carbon M onoxide Alarm Explosive Gas Alarm Please have the .
T able of Contents About this User’ s Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i Quick Set Up Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
About this User’ s Guide Notice we call this booklet a “User’s Guide” and not an “Owner’s Manual.” This is because our intention is you use this guide just as you will be using your Nighthawk CO and Gas alarm.
Quick Set-Up Guide Step 1 Determine the best location for your CO and Gas alar m(s). Refer to page 1-3 for complete information. Step 2 Y our CO and Gas alarm is equipped to be mounted as a cord- ed unit (recommended for natural gas detection), a direct plug unit (recommended for propane gas detection) or a table top unit.
Part One – Y our Nighthawk CO and Gas Alarm About Y our CO and Gas Alarm The number one feature that sets Nighthawk apart from other alarms is its unique digital display that gives you a continuos read- out of CO levels from 30-999 parts per million and an easy method for determining if Gas is being detected.
Part One – Y our Nighthawk CO and Gas Alarm Nighthawk’ s Unique Features Digital Display The continuous digital display shows you the level of carbon monoxide (if any) the unit is sensing as well as if Gas is present. The unit updates this reading every 15 seconds so you can watch levels rise or fall.
Part One – Y our Nighthawk CO and Gas Alarm Where to Install Y our CO and Gas Alarm WHEN CHOOSING YOUR INST ALLA TION LOCA TIONS, MAKE SURE YOU CAN HEAR THE ALARM FROM ALL SLEEP- ING AREAS.
Do not install in excessively dusty, dirty or greasy areas such as kitchens, garages and furnace rooms. Dust grease or household chemicals can contaminate or coat the alarm’s sensors, causing the alarm not to operate properly. Do not obstruct the vents located at the top and bottom of the alarm.
Part One – Y our Nighthawk CO and Gas Alarm W all Mounted Alarm First, refer to “Where to Install Y our CO and Gas alarm” on page 1-3 for general guidelines as to where to locate your CO and Gas alarm.
How to T est Y our Alarm (continued) NOTE: Pressing the T est/Reset button tests the functions of the alarm’s internal components, circuitry and micro-computer. YOU DO NOT NEED TO PRESS THE TEST BUTTON TO T AKE A CO OR GAS READING. CO readings or the presence of Gas are automatically shown on the alarm’s digital display.
Part One – Y our Nighthawk CO and Gas Alarm GAS TESTING Step 1. With a butane lighter , press the button of the lighter without activating the flint.
Part One – Y our Nighthawk CO and Gas Alarm How to Know If Y our Alarm is Malfunctioning (continued) Never ignore an alarm. A true alarm is an indication of poten- tially dangerous levels of carbon monoxide or Gas.
Part T wo – Carbon Monoxide and Gas What is Carbon Monoxide? Carbon monoxide (CO) is an odorless, colorless, poisonous Gas cre- ated when any fuel is burned – Gasoline, propane, natural Gas, oil, wood, coal, and even tobacco. When combustion air is limited, more CO is produced.
Part T wo – Carbon Monoxide and Gas Home Safety Tips What Y ou Can Do... • Buy only appliances approved by a nationally recognized testing laboratory.
Part Three – What Y ou Should Know Befor e the Alarm Sounds Learn the difference between danger ous levels, high levels, mid levels and low levels for an average healthy adult: Dangerous levels, when someone is experiencing symptoms of CO poisoning and CO readings ar e generally above 100 ppm.
Part Four – What to Do When the Alarm Sounds for Carbon Monoxide Determine if anyone in the household is experiencing symptoms of CO poisoning. Many cases of reported CO poisoning indicate that whil.
Part Four – What to Do if the Alarm Sounds for Gas Calling a Qualified T echnician to Find and Repair the Problem If you call a qualified service technician (such as a licensed heat- ing contractor , utility service technician or fuel provider) to inspect your home for possible sources of CO or Gas leak.
Part Five – T echnical Information How the Unit Determines When to Alarm Y our Nighthawk alarm uses advanced technology to monitor the environment in your home and warn you of unacceptable levels of carbon monoxide or Gas.
Part Six – Frequently Asked Questions Q. How many alarms do I need in my house? How much square footage will one alarm cover? A. W e recommend you place alar ms near the sleeping area(s). If you have a multi-level home, you should place an alarm on each level of the home.
Part Six – Frequently Asked Questions Attempting to test the sensor function by holding the alarm next to a tailpipe or furnace vent may not cause a reading on the dis- play because today’s vehicles emit very little CO once the engine reaches operating temperature.
Part Six – Display Reading and What They Mean Start-up and Normal Operation Readings Page 6-3 and 6-4 contain vital information about the various readings you may see on your display .
Part Six – Display Reading and What They Mean Readings Y ou May See When Unit is AC Powered Display Shows Alarm Sound Unit Status Recommended Action Steady “Err” “Chirp” every Unit malfuncti.
Notes: CO/Gas Alarm Manual Rev. C 3/21/01 11:37 AM Page 24.
W all Mount Diagram If you are going to mount your Nighthawk CO and Gas alarm to the wall, you may use this guide for exact placement of the two wall mount screws provided. For more information about mount- ing to the wall, please refer to page 1-4. 2.
Limited W arranty W ARRANTY COVERAGE: THE MANUF ACTURER W ARRANTS TO THE ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASER, THA T THIS PRODUCT WILL BE FREE OF DEFECTS IN MA TERIAL AND WORKMANSHIP FOR A PERIOD OF FIVE (5) YEARS FROM DA TE OF PURCHASE.
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