User manual FIRST ALERT M08-0054-002E(FCD2DDNP)

[. . . ] INTRODUCTION BASIC SAFETY INFORMATION USER'S MANUAL 120V PLUG-IN CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM WITH DIGITAL DISPLAY AND SILENCE FEATURE · · Reliable Protection, Maximum Convenience!· Just plug the alarm into a regular outlet, test, and it's ready to go!120V AC ~ 60 Hz 0. 09A · Dangers, Warnings, and Cautions alert you to important operating instructions or to potentially hazardous situations. This CO Alarm is designed to detect carbon monoxide from ANY source of combustion. [. . . ] "Air-tight" homes with added insulation, sealed windows, and other weatherproofing can "trap" CO inside. Alarms have various limitations. See "General Limitations of CO Alarms" for details. 3 SYMPTOMS OF CO POISONING These symptoms are related to CO POISONING and should be discussed with ALL household members. Mild Exposure: Slight headache, nausea, vomiting, fatigue ("flu-like" symptoms). Medium Exposure: Throbbing headache, drowsiness, confusion, fast heart rate. Extreme Exposure: Convulsions, unconsciousness, heart and lung failure. It alarms if CO levels are extremely high in a short period of time, or if CO levels reach a certain minimum over a long period of time. The CO Alarm generally sounds an alarm before the onset of symptoms in average, healthy adults. Because you need to be warned of a potential CO problem while you can still react in time. In many reported cases of CO exposure, victims may be aware that they are not feeling well, but become disoriented and can no longer react well enough to exit the building or get help. The average healthy adult might not feel any symptoms when the CO Alarm sounds. However, people with cardiac or respiratory problems, infants, unborn babies, pregnant mothers, or elderly people can be more quickly and severely affected by CO. If you experience even mild symptoms of CO poisoning, consult your doctor immediately! HOW CAN I PROTECT MY FAMILY? A CO Alarm is an excellent means of protection. It monitors the air and sounds a loud alarm before Carbon Monoxide levels become threatening for average, healthy adults. A CO Alarm is not a substitute for proper maintenance of home appliances. To help prevent CO problems and reduce the risk of CO poisoning: · Clean chimneys and flues yearly. Also, have a professional check for rust and corrosion, cracks, or separations. These conditions can prevent proper air movement and cause backdrafting. Never "cap" or cover a chimney in any way that would block air flow. Many local gas or oil companies and HVAC companies offer appliance inspections for a nominal fee. · Make regular visual inspections of all fuel-burning appliances. A yellow flame means fuel is not being burned completely and CO may be present. Use vents or fans when they are available on all fuelburning appliances. [. . . ] This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state, or province to province. How to Obtain Warranty Service: Service: If service is required, do not return the product to your retailer. In order to obtain warranty service, contact the Consumer Affairs Division at 1-800-323-9005, 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Central Standard Time, Monday through Friday. To assist in serving you, please have the model number and date of purchase available when calling. [. . . ]