Firex COQ6 - Manual (Page 6)

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Test Your CO Alarm Weekly
Momentarily press the TEST/RESET button and note the alarm sound. Also note that
the LED indicators flash the proper test sequence as described in “How to Install Your
CO Alarm.” If the alarm does not beep after depressing the TEST/RESET button or
exhibit the correct LED test sequence, immediately return the CO alarm to Maple
Chase for repair or replacement. See the warranty information at the end of this manual.
Do not attempt to repair the unit yourself as this will potentially cause damage and
void the warranty.
What to Do if the Alarm Sounds
Carbon Monoxide cannot be seen, felt, tasted, or smelled – but it can be
FATAL.
IF THE RED ALARM LED INDICATOR IS FLASHING AND THE ALARM IS
SOUNDING APPROXIMATELY EVERY FIVE SECONDS, IT INDICATES THE
PRESENCE OF CO WHICH CAN BE FATAL. YOU MUST QUICKLY DO THE
FOLLOWING:
1. Operate TEST/RESET button;
2. Call your emergency services [fire department or 911];
3. Immediately move to fresh air — outdoors or by an open door/window. Do a head
count to check that all persons are accounted for. Do not reenter the premises nor
move away from the open door/window until the emergency services responders
have arrived, the premises have been aired out, and your alarm remains in its nor-
mal condition.
4. After following steps 1 – 3, if your alarm reactivates within a 24 hour period, repeat
steps 1 – 3 and call a qualified appliance 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 equip-
ment not inspected by the technicians and consult the manufacturer’s instructions,
or contact the manufacturer directly for more information about CO safety and this
equipment. Make sure that motor vehicles are not, and have not been, operating
in an attached garage or adjacent to the residence.
If the CO alarm sounds its alarm horn again, it has sensed CO.
This is not a false alarm.
Maintenance and Cleaning
This CO alarm does not require any maintenance, except occasional dusting or
cleaning. If necessary, occasionally vacuum the case of the CO alarm. To clean the
CO alarm, unplug each CO alarm from its wiring harness and use a damp cloth to
clean the OUTSIDE of CO alarm case. DO NOT remove cover or attempt to clean
inside the CO alarm. Dry the cover completely and plug each CO alarm back onto
the wire harness and replace on the mounting bracket. Press in, hold, and release
TEST/RESET button on each CO alarm to test after cleaning.
Do not use abrasive cleansers, or spray the CO alarm with cleaning agents
or waxes, especially cleaners containing ammonia. These liquids may impair
the performance of sensors. Do not submerge the CO alarm in water.
Replacing the Battery (for Model COQ6 only)
1. Turn off power at main fuse box or circuit breaker.
2. Slide alarm in direction of arrow on side of unit to remove from bracket.
3. Disconnect wire harness from back of unit.
4. Open battery compartment and replace battery.
5. Reattach wire harness to unit and replace on mounting bracket.
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