Kidde Nighthawk User manual

Brand: Kidde

Model: Nighthawk

Type: User manual

Your new Nighthawk carbon monoxide (CO) alarm is a sophisticated

instrument that has been carefully designed and tested to detect CO

build up in a residential environment. Your Nighthawk is for use

specifically in the home.

Carbon monoxide cannot be seen, smelled or tasted and can be fatal.

The build up of CO in the blood is called the carboxyhemoglobin level

and interferes with the body’s ability to supply itself with oxygen.

Depending on the concentration, carbon monoxide can kill in minutes.

The most common sources of carbon monoxide are malfunctioning gas

appliances used for heating and cooking, vehicles running in an

attached garage, blocked chimneys or flues, portable fuel burning

heaters, fireplaces, fuel powered tools and operating a barbeque in an

enclosed space.

Indications of carbon monoxide poisoning include symptoms similar to

the flu, but with no fever. Other symptoms include dizziness, fatigue,

weakness, headache, nausea, vomiting, sleepiness and confusion.

Everyone is susceptible to the danger of CO, but experts agree that

unborn babies, small children, pregnant women, senior citizens and

people with heart or respiratory problems are at the highest risk for

serious injury or death. Each year a qualified technician should inspect

and clean your heating system, vents, chimney, and flues.

Your new Nighthawk CO alarm has a five year limited warranty.

Please take a few minutes to thoroughly read the user’s guide and

familiarise yourself and your family with its operation. Your

Nighthawk CO alarm was designed to detect carbon monoxide gas

from ANY source of combustion. It is NOT designed to detect smoke,

fire or any other gases. If you have any questions please call 01753

685148.

This manual and the products described are copyrighted, with all rights

reserved. Under these copyright laws, no part of this manual may be

copied for use without the written consent of KIDDE Safety. If you

require further information, contact our Consumer Hotline, or write to

us at:

KIDDE Safety Europe Ltd

Mathisen Way, Colnbrook, Slough, Berkshire SL3 0HB

E-mail: [email protected]

www.kiddesafetyeurope.co.uk

Carbon Monoxide Overview

Carbon Monoxide Overview . . . . . .Page 2

Nighthawk Product View . . . . . . . . .Pages 3-4

Quick Set Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 5

Installation Instructions . . . . . . . . .Pages 6-7

Mounting

Where to Install

Where NOT to Install

Features and Operations . . . . . . . . .Pages 8-15

Digital Display

Other Possible Displays

Peak Level Button

Test/Reset Button

Lights

Battery Life Indicator (Fuel Gauge)

Protocol Label

Battery Installation/Replacement . .Pages 16-17

What To Do If The Alarm Sounds . .Pages 18-19

Alarm/Danger Levels . . . . . . . . . . . .Pages 20-23

Caring For Your Nighthawk

Battery Powered CO Alarm

. . . . . . .Pages 24-25

Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . .Page 26

Frequently Asked Questions . . . . . .Page 27

Product Specifications . . . . . . . . . . .Pages 28-29

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pages 30-31

ENGLISH

Table of Contents

Thank you for the purchase of your new Nighthawk

carbon monoxide alarm. If you have any questions

about the operation or setup of your CO alarm,

feel free to call us on 01753 685148.

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NIGHTHAWK

Test/

Reset

Peak

Level

Operate Alarm

PPM of CO

CARBON MONOXIDE

ALARM

Model No. 900-0089

Covers Closed

Nighthawk Product View

Covers Open

Digital Display

Displays concentration, in parts per million, 

of carbon monoxide in air. Also displays "ERR" if unit 

malfunctions, and "Lb" when low battery 

levels are reached (see page 11 for more information).

Battery Life Indicator

See page 14 for more information.

Alarm

Loud 85 decibel alarm sounds

when detector senses dangerous

carbon monoxide levels.

See pages 18-23 for more information.

Protocol Label

Access by lifting top cover,

tells you what to do if the

alarm sounds.

See page 15 for more information.

Bottom Cover

Top Cover

Sensor Error Icon

See page 11 for 

more information.

Local Emergency Number

If Reading/Alarm Occurs…

CAUTION

: See back 

panel and/or Users Guide 

for additional 

information.

Alarm

Operate

Sensor

11 - 35 ppm

Ventilate your home –

monitor the unit for

rising CO levels.

100+ ppm

If no “flu-like” symptoms 

are being experienced, follow

the previous procedures.

35 - 100 ppm

Ventilate your home –

call a qualified, service technician

to inspect for possible sources of 

carbon monoxide.

If “flu-like” symptoms are

being experienced…

• Immediately evacuate the premises.

• Call 0800 111 999 or your local fire 

department.

• Do not re-enter your home until the 

problem is corrected.

Battery

Level

NIGHTHA

Test/

Reset

Alarm

PPM of CO

CARBON MONOXIDE

ALARM

Peak

Level

Model No. 900-0089

Operate

WARNING: Malfunction may occur if tampered with

or not installed in accordance with

manufacturer’s instructions.

IMPORTANT THIS CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM IS NOT

NOTICE: INTENDED FOR PORTABLE USE.

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Mounting

Your CO alarm is designed for

mounting onto the inside wall.

You should fix the back plate

provided to the wall first, using

the screws and rawl plugs.

When the plate is attached,

locate the slots on the back of

the alarm with the keys on the

back plate, sliding downwards

and into position until the tab clips onto the top of the alarm

(see figure 1).

To remove, press the tab against the wall and lift the alarm out of

the mounting plate.

Where To Install Your Nighthawk CO Alarm

The following suggestions are intended to help you with the

placement and installation of your Nighthawk CO Alarm.

Ideally, you should have a alarm in or near every room that contains

a fuel burning appliance.

However, if you have more than one appliance, but only one alarm,

you should take the following into consideration when deciding

where best to put the alarm.

If there is an appliance in the room where you sleep, you should

put the alarm in that room.

If there is an appliance in a room that you use a lot e.g. a sitting

room, you should put it in that room.

If you live in a bedsit, put the alarm as far away from the cooking

appliances as possible, but near to the place where you sleep.

If the appliance is in a room not normally used (e.g. a boiler room),

put the alarm just outside the room so that you will be able to hear

the alarm more easily.

Installation Instructions

Figure 1

Remove the three enclosed AA

batteries and install them into the

battery compartment. Carefully place

the red battery warning flags into the

battery well. Observe the battery

polarity markings at the bottom of

the battery compartment.

The display should read 888

(see figure 1).

After approximately 30 seconds the

888 display will disappear, and a

black dot in the lower right hand

corner will flash on and off at 5

second intervals (see figure 2).

Your Nighthawk CO Alarm is now operational.

Quick Set Up

Figure 2

Figure 1

IMPORTANT NOTE:

Warm up time from initial switch on is one minute.

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Your new Nighthawk Battery Powered CO Alarm utilizes

sophisticated electronic components to protect you and your

family from the dangers of CO.

Unique features include a digital display capable of displaying

CO readings every 30 seconds, the highest levels of CO detected,

status of the battery life, and sensor health. Familiarise yourself

with these features:

Digital Display - Shows CO level in PPM

Your Nighthawk CO alarm continuously displays a digital

readout of the CO level in Parts Per Million (PPM). The digital

display is capable of detecting and displaying readings between

30 and 999 (PPM). A reading of 0 PPM is expected under

normal conditions (see figure 5).

You will become accustomed to glancing at the

display in much the same manner as you look at a

thermometer or clock. The unit will

not display a reading below 30 PPM.

See pages 19-23 for an understanding of which CO levels

are dangerous.

Features and Operation

Figure 5

Where NOT To Install Your Nighthawk CO

Alarm

• Outside the building.

• In or below a cupboard.

• In a damp or humid area.

• Directly above a sink or cooker.

• Next to a door or window or anywhere that it would be

affected by draughts.

• Where it would be obstructed by curtains or furniture.

• In an area where the temperature could drop below 4.4°C

or rise above 37.8°C.

• Where dirt or dust could block the sensor and stop it

working.

• Where it could be easily knocked or damaged, or where it

could be accidentally turned off or removed.

Installation Instructions (cont.)

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Peak Level Display (Cont.)

Concentrations of CO between 0 and 30 PPM can often occur in normal,

everyday conditions. Concentrations of CO below 30 PPM may be an

indication of a transient condition that may appear today and never

reappear. Just a few examples of conditions and/or sources that may

cause low level readings are heavy automobile traffic, a running vehicle

in an attached garage, an appliance that emits CO when starting up, a fire

in a fireplace or charcoal in a nearby barbecue. A temperature inversion

can trap CO generated by traffic and other fuel burning appliances causing

low level readings of CO.

Normally, the digital display will read “0” and under certain conditions you

may notice levels of 30 or more for short periods of time, by using the

Peak level memory feature on the Nighthawk CO alarm you can view the

highest concentrations of CO detected.

Features and Operation (cont.)

Other Possible Displays and Their Meanings

The following symbols will appear on the display during normal

or error operations, and are explained below.

Normal Operation

Normal operation (see figure 6) with a full

battery. The dot in the lower right corner

cycles on and off every 5 seconds. If CO is

present the display will indicate the reading in

Parts Per Million (PPM).

Normal Operation following Power-up or Reset

Figure 7 shows the normal display immediately

after installing batteries or after the test/reset

button is pressed. The display should change to

the normal display (see figure 7) approximately

30 seconds after pressing the test/reset button.

(see Test/Reset Button page 13).

If the test/reset button is pressed, the alarm will sound. The

display will show a number during the time that the alarm is

sounding. This number is a normal part of the test function, and

does not indicate a CO reading. Ignore the number during

the test/reset procedure.

Peak Level Display

When the peak level button is pressed and

held, the display shows the highest CO reading

taken by the CO alarm since its last peak level

reset or power-up. The battery fuel gauge

changes to show only the top segment of the battery to indicate

that peak level is being displayed (see figure 8). In this example

120 PPM was the maximum amount of CO recorded since the

unit was last reset (see Alarm/Danger Levels on pages 19-23).

Although the peak level feature will display levels below 30 PPM,

these levels will not result in an alarm no matter how long the

device is exposed to these levels.

Features and Operation (cont.)

Figure 6

Figure 7

Figure 8

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Peak Level Button

When the peak level button is

pressed (see figure 13), the fuel

gauge icon (battery life indicator)

changes and only the top segment of

the icon is displayed, this indicates

that the peak level is being read (see

figure 8). The peak CO level

displayed is the highest reading detected by the unit since its

last reset or power-up.

For additional information on the Peak Level Display, refer to

page 9 and 10.

Resetting the Peak Level Reading

To reset or clear the peak level reading, press and hold the

peak level button and then press and hold the test/reset button

at the same time. The number on the display will return to 0

PPM.

Note: The peak level reading will also be reset when the

batteries are removed.

Features and Operation (cont.)

Peak

Level

Alarm

Figure 13

Sensor Malfunction

The unit needs to be replaced

See figure 9.

Replace Battery or Battery Error

If Figure 10 or 11 is displayed the batteries

need to be replaced - note the empty battery

fuel gauge on the display (see Battery

Replacement/Installation Instructions pages

16-17).

Malfunction Display

The unit has malfunctioned (see figure 12)

(refer to Troubleshooting page 26). The

battery fuel gauge may show any state of

charge.

Features and Operation (cont.)

Figure 9

Figure 10

Figure 11

Figure 12

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Lights

Red Alarm Light

The red light flashing, accompanied

by the alarm “chirp”, indicates the

batteries need to be replaced, or the

unit has malfunctioned (see figure 15).

Rapid pulsing of the alarm indicates

the presence of carbon monoxide.

Refer to pages 18-19 for instructions on What to do if the

Alarm Sounds.

Green Operate Light

The green light indicates the unit is

functioning properly (see figure 16).

The green light will flash every 30

seconds indicating a CO reading is

being taken and when any button is

pressed.

Battery Life Indicator (Fuel Gauge)

The battery icon appears in the lower left hand corner of the CO

Alarm display and indicates remaining battery life.

The display is divided into three segments and will accurately

display:

1. Full Battery - All three segments of the indicator

are black.

2. 2/3 Battery Full - Two of the three segments are

black.

3. 1/3 Battery Full - One of the three segments is

black.

4. Empty Battery - See Battery Installation/Replacement

Instructions pages 16-17.

Features and Operation (cont.)

Peak

Level

Alarm

Test/

Reset

Operate

Figure 16

Figure 15

Test/Reset Button

The test/reset button is used to test the unit’s electronics and to

reset the unit during alarm.

Test the unit

To test, press the test/reset button (see figure 14)

Test the unit weekly!

Note: After the test/reset button is pressed, numbers

appear on the display. These are not CO readings and are

part of the internal testing process. Ignore these numbers!

After pressing the test/reset button,

the unit will display then other

numbers and then return to

monitoring CO levels.

Due to the loudness of the alarm we

suggest you place your fingers over the

sounder opening when testing your Nighthawk CO Alarm.

Familiarise yourself and family members with the alarm pattern.

A CO Alarm is rapid pulsing. This cycle will repeat in the event

of a CO alarm. This cycle will continue for the first 4 minutes of

a CO alarm and then change to one cycle every one minute until

the device is reset or the CO is eliminated.

Reset

If the alarm is sounding, pressing the test/reset button will

terminate the alarm. If the CO condition that caused the alert in

the first place continues, the alarm will reactivate. If the CO alarm

alarms again within six minutes, it is sensing high levels of CO

which can quickly become a dangerous situation.

If this happens follow What To Do If The Alarm Sounds on pages

18-19. Reactivation times depend on the amount of CO that

caused the CO alarm to initially alarm and the amount of CO

present after resetting the alarm.

Features and Operation (cont.)

Test/

Reset

Operate

Figure 14

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Since batteries are not installed in the unit at the factory, you will

need to install them. Also, you will need to replace the batteries

when your display shows “Low battery” or . Note the

battery fuel gauge is empty. The unit will remind you to replace

the batteries by chirping every 30 seconds for up to seven days.

Each chirp is accompanied by a flash of the red light.

Note: Your Nighthawk CO Alarm will NOT monitor CO

levels during the time that the “Low Battery” warning or

error warning is being displayed.

Three AA batteries have been included with your purchase.

When replacing the batteries, we recommend use of the

following for a minimum of one year normal operation:

• Duracell MN1500 • Camelion Mignon LR6-AM3-1.5

• Energizer E91 • Rayovac 815

These batteries can be purchased at your local retailer.

Battery Installation/Replacement

Protocol Label

The top cover of your unit slides open to expose a set of

helpful instructions in the event of a CO alarm.

Features and Operation (cont.)

Local Emergency Number

If Reading/Alarm Occurs…

CAUTION

: See back 

panel and/or Users Guide 

for additional 

information.

Alarm

Operate

Sensor

810-1058

REV. A

11 - 35 ppm

Ventilate your home –

monitor the unit for

rising CO levels.

100+ ppm

If no “flu-like” symptoms 

are being experienced, follow

the previous procedures.

35 - 100 ppm

Ventilate your home –

call a qualified, service technician

to inspect for possible sources of 

carbon monoxide.

If “flu-like” symptoms are

being experienced…

• Immediately evacuate the premises.

• Call 0800 111 999 or your local fire 

department.

• Do not re-enter your home until the 

problem is corrected.

Battery

Level

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When the CO alarm senses a dangerous level of CO, the unit will

emit a loud alarm pattern. The alarm pattern is rapid and pulsing.

This alarm pattern will continue for the first 4 minutes after

detecting CO then, the cycle will repeat every one minute. Know

how to respond to a CO emergency. Periodically review this

user’s guide and discuss with all members of your family.

WHAT TO DO WHEN THE ALARM SOUNDS

1) Open the doors and windows to ventilate.

2) Turn off the appliance where possible and stop using

the appliance.

3) Evacuate the property leaving the doors and windows

open. A latching alarm will need to be reset in

accordance with the user instructions.

4) Call British Gas on 0800 111 999.

5) Do no re-enter the property until the alarm has

stopped.

6) Get medical help immediately for anyone suffering the

effects of carbon monoxide poisoning (headache,

nausea), and advise that carbon monoxide poisoning

is suspected.

7) Do not use the appliance again until it has been

checked by an expert. In the case of gas appliances

this must be a CORGI registered installer.

What To Do If The Alarm Sounds

▲

WARNING: Actuation of your CO

Alarm indicates the presence of Carbon

Monoxide (CO) which can KILL YOU.

Battery Replacement/Installation Instructions

To install or replace the batteries in your Nighthawk unit please

perform the following steps:

1. Gently slide open

the lower half of

the front cover to

expose the battery

compartment.

2. Remove the old

batteries and

properly dispose of

them as

recommended by

the battery manufacturer (see figure 17).

3. Reinstall the new batteries, being careful to seat

the red battery warning flags in the recess of the

battery well. Also, note the polarity illustration in the

bottom of the battery compartment. The unit will chirp

and display for approximately one minute and

return to normal operation.

4. Gently close the bottom cover. The bottom cover of

your CO alarm will NOT close if all three AA

batteries are not installed.

Battery Installation/Replacement (cont.)

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Exposure to high levels of carbon monoxide can be fatal

or cause permanent damage and disabilities.

Many victims of carbon monoxide poisoning indicate that while

they were aware that they were ill, they became so disoriented

and confused that they were unable to help themselves by

exiting the building or calling for assistance. If you experience

any symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning, consult your

doctor immediately! CO poisoning can be determined by a

simple blood test called a carboxyhemoglobin test. Severe cases

may require treatment in a hyperbaric chamber. Remember,

young children and household pets may be the first effected.

If you have additional questions please call us on

01753 685148

Alarm/Danger Levels

Caution: This CO alarm will only indicate the presence of

CO at the sensor. CO may be present in other areas.

Common Mild Exposure Symptoms:

Slight headache, nausea, vomiting, fatigue (“flu-like” symptoms).

Common Medium Exposure Symptoms:

Throbbing headache, drowsiness, confusion, fast heart rate.

Common Extreme Exposure Symptoms:

Convulsions, unconsciousness, heart and lung failure. It can cause

brain damage and death. Many cases of reported CARBON MONOXIDE

POISONING indicate that while victims are aware they are not well,

they become so disoriented they are unable to save themselves by either

exiting the building or calling for assistance. Also young children and

household pets may be the first affected.

Familiarisation with the effects of each level is important. The

symptoms described in the chart above are related to carbon

monoxide poisoning and should be discussed with ALL members

of the household.

What To Do If The Alarm Sounds (cont.)

Alarm/Danger Levels

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High Levels:

100 PPM with no household members experiencing symptoms

or feeling ill is considered High Level Exposure. The only

difference between this level and a dangerous level is that no

symptoms are being experienced.

This can quickly tur

n into a serious situation!

All possible sources of CO should be immediately turned off and

a qualified service technician called. Ventilate the premises by

opening doors and windows. At this level it is advisable to wait

outside or at a neighbor’s home while your residence is being

ventilated. Do not restart any possible sources of CO until the

problem has been corrected.

Dangerous Levels:

Generally, levels of 100 PPM and greater accompanied by

symptoms is considered a dangerous level. Immediately gather

all residents, exit the house, and call 0800 111 999!

Symptoms indicate that this should be treated as an

emergency. This is a potentially life threatening situation!

Remain in fresh air and do not reenter under any circumstance

until the house has been ventilated and the source of the CO

emergency repaired.

Alarm/Danger Levels (cont.)

Low Levels:

Generally 35 PPM and below is considered Low Level Exposure.

Exposure to low levels of CO for extended periods of time can

still be dangerous and could result in loss of energy, headache,

etc. This situation should be closely monitored. Take extra care

to not expose any high risk individuals to even low levels for

more than eight hours. In some cases low levels can be caused

by air pollution, heavy traffic, cigarette smoke, temperature

inversions and other sources.

Mid Levels:

Generally 35 PPM-100 PPM is considered Mid Level Exposure.

Levels in this range are cause for concern and may cause serious

health problems. All possible sources of CO should be

immediately turned off and a qualified service technician called.

Ventilate the premises by opening doors and windows. Do not

restart any possible sources until the problem has been

corrected. Check all residents for symptoms!

If no symptoms are present, this is not considered a CO

emergency, but it should not be ignored!

Alarm/Danger Levels (cont.)

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To keep your CO alarm in good working order, please

follow these simple steps:

• Verify unit alarm, lights and battery operation by

pushing the test button once a week.

• Vacuum the CO alarm cover with a soft brush

attachment once a month to remove accumulated dust.

• Instruct children never to play with the CO alarm.

Warn children of the dangers of carbon monoxide

poisoning.

• Never use detergents or other solvents to clean the

CO alarm.

• Avoid spraying air fresheners, hair spray, paint or

other aerosols near the CO alarm.

• Do not paint the CO alarm. Paint will seal the vents

and interfere with the sensor ability to detect CO.

• Do not place near a nappy bucket.

Caring for your Nighthawk

Battery Powered CO Alarm

The chart above relates to healthy adults. Levels differ for those

at high risk. Individuals with medical problems may consider

using detection devices with lower COHb alarming capabilities.

This CO alarm meets the alarm response time requirements of

BSI 7860. Standard alarms times are as follows:

At 45 PPM, the unit must not alarm before 60 minutes

At 150 PPM, the unit must alarm within 10-30 minutes

At 350 PPM, the unit must alarm before 6 minutes

WARNING: This device may not alarm at low carbon monoxide

levels. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has established

that continuous exposure to levels of 50 PPM should not be

exceeded in an 8 hour period.

Alarm/Danger Levels (cont.)

The maximum allowable concentration for

continuous exposure for healthy adults in

any 8-hour period, according to HSE*.

Slight headache, fatigue, dizziness, nausea

after 2-3 hours.

Frontal headaches within 1-2 hours, life

threatening after 3 hours.

Dizziness, nausea and convulsions within 45

minutes. Unconsciousness within 2 hours.

Death within 2-3 hours.

Headache, dizziness and nausea within 20

minutes. Death within 1 hour.

Headache, dizziness and nausea within 5-10

minutes. Death within 25-30 minutes.

Headache, dizziness and nausea within 1-2

minutes. Death within 10-15 minutes.

Death within 1-3 minutes.

50 ppm

200 ppm

400 ppm

800 ppm

1,600 ppm

3,200 ppm

6,400 ppm

12,800 ppm

Concentration

of CO in Air

(ppm = par

per million)

Approximate Inhalation Time

and Symptoms Developed

* Health and Safety Executive

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Troubleshooting Guide

Symptom Problem Action

Unit shows an empty

battery symbol and

displays reading of

Lb. Alarm chirp

every 30 seconds

Batteries are low

and need

replacing.

See page 11.

Low Battery Warning.

See pages 16-17.

Battery Installation/

Replacement.

Unit shows an empty

battery symbol and

displays reading of

Err. Alarm chirp

every 30 seconds

Battery failure has

been

detected.

See page 11. Battery

Error Warning.

See pages 16-17.

Battery Installation/

Replacement.

Unit shows the

replace sensor icon

and displays a

reading of Err

(battery symbol may

show any state of

charge).

Alarm chirp

every 30 seconds

Sensor failure has

been

detected.

Sensor Malfunction.

No display, constant

alarm and red light.

Microprocessor

failure.

Unit has

malfunctioned.

Unit display shows

Err with battery at

any state of charge

other than empty.

Alarm chirp

every 30 seconds

Unidentified Remove batteries and

reinstall. If Err

continues, unit has

malfunctioned.

See pages 30-31 for

warranty information.

Move the CO alarm and place in another location prior to

performing any of the following:

• Staining or stripping wood floors or furniture

• Painting

• Wall papering

• Using adhesives

Storing the unit in a plastic bag during the above projects will

protect the sensor from permanent damage.

WARNING: As soon as possible, place the CO alarm back in

its proper location to assure continuous protection from

Carbon Monoxide poisoning.

When household cleaning supplies or similar contaminants are

used, the area should be well ventilated.

The following substances can affect the sensor and may

cause false readings:

Methane, propane, iso-butane, iso-propanol, ethylene, benzene,

toluene, ethyl acetate, hydrogen sulfide, sulphur dioxides,

alcohol based products, paints, thinners, solvents,

adhesives, hairsprays, aftershaves, perfumes, and some cleaning

agents.

Caring for your Nighthawk

Battery Powered CO Alarm (cont.)

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Power: Three AA batteries (supplied)

Sensor: Electrochemical carbon monoxide

sensor

Humidity Range: 10% to 90% rh (non-condensing)

Accuracy: +/- 20% +15 PPM

Temperature: Operating range 40°F (4.4°C) to

100°F (37.8°C)

Mounting: Accessories supplied for wall

mounting

Alarm: 85+ dB at 10' @ 3.4 ± 0.5 KHz

pulsing alarm

LED Operation: • Flashing red LED every 30 seconds

accompanied by an alarm chirp

indicates a system problem

• Flashing green LED every 30 seconds

indicates proper operation

• Pulsing red LED indicates presence

of CO

LCD Display: • Digital readout 30-999 PPM

• Battery charge indicator (fuel gauge)

• Sensor malfunction icon

Battery

Replacement: Unit displays Err or Lb and an empty

fuel gauge icon. Replace the three

AA batteries with one of the

following approved brands.

• Duracell MN1500

• Energizer E91

• Camelion Mignon LR6-AM3-1.5

• Rayovac 815

Product Specifications

How many CO alarms do I need in my house?

How many square metres will one CO alarm cover?

We recommend you place CO alarms near the sleeping

area(s). If you have a multi-level home, you should place a CO

alarm on each level of the home. A good rule of thumb for the

number and placement of CO alarms for your particular home is

to place CO alarms near smoke alarms that have been installed to

meet current building code requirements.

Generally, one CO alarm can be adequate for 300 square metres

of living space. The most important determination for the number

of alarms needed is whether an alarm can be heard in all sleeping

areas.

Do I have to press the test button to get a CO

reading

No. Your Nighthawk CO alarm continuously monitors the air

for carbon monoxide. An updated reading is shown on the digital

display every 30 seconds. If there is no CO present, the digital

display will show a zero. The CO alarm will alert you to the

presence of CO automatically. To test the internal components

and circuitry of your CO alarm, press the test/reset button.

Frequently Asked Questions

Benelux Guide 21/8/01 2:15 pm Page 27

WARRANTY COVERAGE: THE MANUFACTURER WARRANTS TO THE

ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASER, THAT THIS ALARM WILL BE FREE OF

DEFECTS IN MATERIAL AND WORKMANSHIP FOR A PERIOD OF FIVE (5)

YEARS FROM DATE OF PURCHASE. THE MANUFACTURER’S LIABILITY

HEREUNDER IS LIMITED TO REPLACEMENT OF THE PRODUCT, REPAIR

OF THE PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT OF THE PRODUCT WITH

REPAIRED PRODUCT AT THE DISCRETION OF THE MANUFACTURER. THIS

WARRANTY IS VOID IF THE PRODUCT HAS BEEN DAMAGED BY

ACCIDENT, UNREASONABLE USE, NEGLECT, TAMPERING OR OTHER

CAUSES NOT ARISING FROM DEFECTS IN MATERIAL OR WORKMANSHIP.

THIS WARRANTY EXTENDS TO THE ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASER

OF THE PRODUCT ONLY.

Warranty Disclaimers: Any implied warranties arising out of this sale, including

but not limited to the implied warranties of description, merchantability and

fitness for a particular purpose, are limited in duration to the above warranty

period. In no event shall the Manufacturer be liable for loss of use of this

product or for any indirect, special, incidental or consequential damages, or

costs, or expenses incurred by the consumer or any other user of this product,

whether due to a breach of contract, negligence, strict liability in tort or

otherwise. The Manufacturer shall have no liability for any personal injury,

property damage or any special, incidental, contingent or consequential damage

of any kind resulting from gas leakage, fire or explosion.

This warranty does not affect your statutory rights.

Warranty Performance: During the above warranty period, your product will be

replaced with a comparable product if the defective product is returned,

postage prepaid, to Kidde Safety Europe Ltd, Mathisen Way, Colnbrook, Slough,

Berkshire SL3 0HB, together with proof of purchase date. Please include a note

describing the problem when you return the unit. The replacement product will

be in warranty for the remainder of the original warranty period or for six

months, whichever is longer. Other than the cost of postage, no charge will be

made for replacement of the defective product.

Important: Do not remove back cover. Back cover removal will void

warranty.

Warranty

Unit Malfunction: Err message with sensor

icon showing - sensor failure

Err message with empty fuel gauge

icon showing - batteries need replacing

Test/Reset Button: Test button verifies proper unit

operation.

Peak Level

Memory: When pressed, the display will show

the top segment of the battery icon

and the highest CO PPM level

detected since unit was powered up

or since last system reset. Reading

will be stored in memory until

batteries are removed/exhausted or

test/reset and peak level buttons are

pressed simultaneously.

Size & Weight: 140mm diameter x 35.5mm depth

0.3Kg with batteries

Warranty: Five-year warranty from date of

purchase against defects in material

and workmanship on CO Alarm

unit.

Product Specifications

Benelux Guide 21/8/01 2:15 pm Page 29

Inleiding koolmonoxide . . . . . . . .Pagina 33

Nighthawk productoverzicht . . . . .Pagina 34-36

Snelle ingebruikname . . . . . . . . . .Pagina 36

Installatie-instructies . . . . . . . . . . .Pagina 37-38

Montage

Waar u uw alarm moet installeren

Waar u uw alarm NIET moet installeren

Functies en bedieningen . . . . . . . .Pagina 39-46

Digitaal scherm

Andere mogelijke schermen

Piekgehalteknop

Test/reset-knop

Lampjes

Indicator batterijniveau (brandstofmeter)

Protocollabel

Plaatsen/vervangen van de

batterijen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pagina 47-48

Wat moet u doen als het alarm

afgaat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pagina 49-50

Alarm/gevaarlijke gehaltes . . . . . . .Pagina 51-54

Zorg voor uw Nighthawk

CO-alarm op batterijen . . . . . . . . .Pagina 55-56

Probleemoplossing . . . . . . . . . . . .Pagina 57

Veel gestelde vragen . . . . . . . . . . . .Pagina 58

Productspecificaties . . . . . . . . . . . .Pagina 59-60

Garantie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pagina 61-62

NEDERLANDS

Inhoudsopgave

Bedankt voor het kopen van uw nieuwe Nighthawk

koolmonoxidealarm. Als u vragen heeft over de

werking of instelling van uw CO-alarm, kunt u ons

altijd bellen op telefoonnummer

NL: +31 (0) 79 361 5236 B+L: +32 (0) 14 232 371

Your Nighthawk Carbon Monoxide Alarm is not a substitute for property,

disability, life or other insurance of any kind. Appropriate insurance

coverage is your responsibility. Consult your insurance agent.

Warranty Registration

To register for your five year factory warranty, please fill out the enclosed

warranty card completely, apply necessary postage and place in the mail.

You may place the warranty card in a separate envelope if you wish.

Please use the following address for warranty

registration and all other correspondence:

KIDDE Safety Europe Ltd, Mathisen Way,

Colnbrook, Slough, Berkshire SL3 0HB

Warranty information is located on the label on the back of the CO alarm.

For your convenience, please complete the warranty information before

installing the CO alarm.

The model number and assembly number can also be found on the label

on the back of the CO alarm.

For Warranty Service:

In many cases the quickest way to exchange your CO alarm is to

return it to the original place of purchase. If you have questions,

call us on 01753 685148

Warranty

For questions concerning your Carbon Monoxide Alarm,

please call 01753 685148

Please have the following information ready when calling:

CO Alarm Model Number (Located on the back of alarm):

CO Alar

m Assembly Number

(Located on back of alarm):

Date of Manufacture (Located on back of alarm):

Date of Purchase:

Wher

e Pur

chased:

Benelux Guide 21/8/01 2:15 pm Page 31

WAARSCHUWING: Het alarm kan defect raken als

ermee geknoeid wordt of als hij niet

volgens de instructies van de

fabrikant geïnstalleerd wordt.

BELANGRIJKE DIT KOOLMONOXIDEALARM IS NIET

OPMERKING: BEDOELD VOOR DRAAGBAAR GEBRUIK.

Nighthawk productoverzicht

Deksels open

Digitaal scherm

Op dit scherm kunt u de concentratie koolmonoxide in de 

lucht aflezen (in delen per miljoen). Als het alarm niet goed 

werkt verschijnt op dit scherm ook de storingsmelding, en als 

de batterij bijna leeg is de melding "Lb" (low battery). 

(Zie pagina 42 voor meer informatie).

Indicator batterijniveau

Zie pagina 45 voor meer informatie.

Alarm

Als de sensor een gevaarlijk hoge 

koolmonoxideconcentratie meet, hoort 

u een luide alarmtoon van 85 decibel.

Zie pagina 49-54 voor meer informatie.

Protocollabel

Het protocollabel wordt zichtbaar 

als u de afdekkap verwijdert en 

vertelt u wat u moet doen als het 

alarm afgaat.

Zie pagina 46 voor meer informatie.

Kap onder

Pictogram Sensordefect

Zie pagina 42 voor 

meer informatie.

Local Emergency Number

If Reading/Alarm Occurs…

CAUTION

: See back 

panel and/or Users Guide 

for additional 

information.

Alarm

Operate

Sensor

11 - 35 ppm

Ventilate your home –

monitor the unit for

rising CO levels.

100+ ppm

If no “flu-like” symptoms 

are being experienced, follow

the previous procedures.

35 - 100 ppm

Ventilate your home –

call a qualified, service technician

to inspect for possible sources of 

carbon monoxide.

If “flu-like” symptoms are

being experienced…

• Immediately evacuate the premises.

• Call 0800 111 999 or your local fire 

department.

• Do not re-enter your home until the 

problem is corrected.

Battery

Level

NIGHTHAWK

est/

Reset

Alarm

PPM of CO

CARBON MONOXIDE

ALARM

Peak

Level

Model No. 900-0089

Operate

Uw nieuwe Nighthawk koolmonoxide (CO)-alarm is een verfijnd

instrument dat speciaal ontworpen en getest is om CO in een

woonomgeving te meten. Uw Nighthawk is specifiek bedoeld

voor gebruik binnenshuis.

U kunt koolmonoxide niet zien, ruiken of proeven en het kan fataal

zijn. De ophoping van CO in het bloed wordt het

carboxyhemoglobinegehalte genoemd en belemmert de opname van

zuurstof in het lichaam. Afhankelijk van de concentratie kan

koolmonoxide binnen slechts enkele minuten fataal zijn.

De meest voorkomende bronnen van koolmonoxide zijn defecte

gasapparaten die gebruikt worden voor verwarming en koken,

voertuigen die in een aangebouwde garage staan te draaien, verstopte

schoorstenen of rookkanalen, draagbare brandstofkachels, open

haarden, gereedschap met brandstofaandrijving en een barbecue in

een gesloten ruimte.

Symptomen van koolmonoxidevergiftiging zijn gelijk aan die van

griep, maar zonder koorts. Andere symptomen zijn duizeligheid,

vermoeidheid, zwakte, hoofdpijn, misselijkheid, overgeven,

slaperigheid en verwarring. Iedereen is gevoelig voor het gevaar van

CO, maar de deskundigen zijn het erover eens dat ongeboren baby’s,

kleine kinderen, zwangere vrouwen, oudere mensen en mensen met

hart- of ademhalingsproblemen het meeste risico lopen op ernstig

letsel of zelfs overlijden. Elk jaar moet een bevoegd installateur uw

verwarmingssysteem, ventilatiegaten, schoorstenen en rookkanalen

inspecteren en schoonmaken.

Er zit een beperkte garantie van vijf jaar op uw CO-alarm. Neem een

paar minuten de tijd om de gebruikersgids grondig door te lezen en

zorg dat u en uw familie bekend zijn met de werking ervan. Uw

Nighthawk CO-alarm is bedoeld om koolmonoxidegas van ELKE

verbrandingsbron waar te nemen. Hij is NIET gemaakt om rook,

brand of andere gassen waar te nemen. Als u vragen heeft kunt u

bellen naar NL: +31 (0) 79 361 5236 B+L: +32 (0) 14 232 371.

Deze handleiding en de hierin beschreven producten zijn voorzien

auteursrechtwetten, mag zonder de schriftelijke toestemming van

KIDDE Safety geen enkel deel van de handleiding voor gebruik

gekopieerd worden. Voor meer informatie kunt u contact opnemen

met onze consumentenlijn, of schrijven naar:

NL: De Raat Brandkasten, Edelgasstraat 5,

2718 SX Zoetermeer

B + L: De Raat Brandkasten, Geelseweg 64, 2250 Olen (B)

Inleiding koolmonoxide

Benelux Guide 21/8/01 2:15 pm Page 33

Verwijder de drie bijgevoegde AA

batterijen uit de verpakking en

plaats ze in de batterijruimte.

Plaats ook de rode batterij-

waarschuwingsvlaggen voorzichtig

in de batterijruimte. Let op de

polariteitmarkeringen onder op de

batterijruimte. Het scherm moet 888

weergeven (zie figuur 1).

Na ongeveer 30 seconden verdwijnt

het 888-scherm en begint een

zwarte stip rechts onder in elke 5

seconden knipperen (zie figuur 2).

Uw Nighthawk CO-alarm is nu

operationeel.

Snelle ingebruikname

Figuur 2

Figuur 1

BELANGRIJKE OPMERKING:

Het alarm moet na het aanzetten één minuut opwarmen.

GHTHAWK

est/

eset

eak

evel

Operate

Alarm

PPM of CO

CARBON MONOXIDE

ALARM

Model No. 900-0089

Deksels

gesloten

Benelux Guide 21/8/01 2:15 pm Page 35

Waar u uw Nighthawk CO-alarm NIET moet

installeren

• Buitenshuis.

• In of onder een kast.

• In een vochtige of natte ruimte.

• Direct boven een gootsteen of fornuis.

• Naast een deur of venster of op een plaats waar het tocht.

• Waar het door gordijnen of meubels belemmerd kan

worden.

• In een ruimte waar de temperatuur onder de -4,4°C of

boven de 37,8°C kan komen..

• Waar vuil of stof de sensor kunnen blokkeren waardoor hij

het niet meer doet.

• Waar er gemakkelijk tegen gestoten kan worden of waar

hij beschadigd of per ongeluk uitgezet of verwijderd kan

worden.

Installatie-instructies (vervolg)

Montage

Uw CO-alarm kan aan een

binnenmuur gemonteerd

worden.

U moet eerst de achterplaat met

de schroeven en keilbouten aan

de muur bevestigen.

Als de plaat bevestigd is, moet

de achterkant van de detector

over de achterplaat heen

geschoven worden totdat de tab boven aan het alarm vastklikt (zie

figuur 1).

Installeer uw CO-alarm op 1,5 meter boven de vloer, en niet verder

dan 2 meter van het verwarmingstoestel.

Om hem te verwijderen, moet u de tab tegen de muur drukken en

het alarm uit de montageplaat tillen.

Waar moet u uw Nighthawk CO-alarm

installeren

De volgende suggesties kunnen u helpen bij het plaatsen en

installeren van uw Nighthawk CO-alarm.

Ideaal gesproken zou u in of bij elke kamer met een

brandstofapparaat een detector moeten hebben.

Als u echter meer dan één apparaat heeft, maar slechts één detector,

dan dient u het volgende in overweging te nemen bij het vinden van

de beste plaats voor uw detector.

Als er in uw slaapkamer een apparaat is, moet u de detector in die

kamer monteren.

Als er een apparaat in een kamer is die u veel gebruikt, bijv. een

zitkamer, moet u het in die kamer monteren.

Als u een zit-/slaapkamer heeft, moet de detector zo ver mogelijk

van de kookapparatuur geplaatst worden, maar wel vlakbij de plaats

waar uw slaapt.

Als het apparaat in een kamer is die normaliter niet gebruikt wordt

(bijv. een boilerkamer), moet de detector net buiten de kamer

bevestigd worden, zodat u het alarm gemakkelijker kunt horen.

Installatie-instructies

Figuur 1

Benelux Guide 21/8/01 2:15 pm Page 37

Andere mogelijke schermen en de betekenissen

ervan

De volgende symbolen verschijnen tijdens normaal bedrijf of

foutbewerkingen op het scherm, en deze worden hieronder

uitgelegd.

Normaal bedrijf

Normaal bedrijf (zie figuur 6) met een volle

batterij. Het stipje rechts onder gaat elke 5

seconden aan en uit. Als er CO aanwezig is

geeft het scherm de meting aan in Parts per

Million (PPM) (deeltjes per miljoen).

Normaal bedrijf na aanzetten of reset

Figuur 7 toont een normaal scherm direct nadat

de batterijen geplaatst zijn of nadat de test/reset-

knop is ingedrukt. Het scherm moet ongeveer 30

seconden nadat de test/reset-knop is ingedrukt

naar het normale scherm gaan (zie figuur 7) (zie test/reset-

knop pagina 44).

Als de test/reset-knop wordt ingedrukt, klinkt het alarm. Het

scherm geeft gedurende de tijd dat het alarm klinkt een getal

weer. Dit getal is een normaal onderdeel van de testfunctie en

geeft geen CO-meting aan. Tijdens de test/reset-procedure

kan het getal genegeerd worden.

Scherm voor piekgehalte

Als de knop voor het piekgehalte ingedrukt

gehouden wordt, geeft het scherm de hoogste

CO-meting weer die door het CO-alarm genomen

is sinds de laatste reset van het piekgehalte of

aanzetten. De brandstofmeter van de batterij

wijzigt en geeft alleen het bovenste segment van de batterij aan

om aan te geven dat het piekgehalte wordt weergegeven (zie

figuur 8). In dit voorbeeld was 120 PPM de maximale

waargenomen hoeveelheid CO sinds de laatste reset van het

alarm (zie alarm/gevaarlijke gehaltes op pagina 51-54).

Hoewel de functie van het piekgehalte gehaltes onder 30 PPM

zal weergeven, veroorzaakt dit geen alarm, ongeacht hoe lang

het apparaat aan deze gehaltes wordt blootgesteld.

Functies en bediening (vervolg)

Figuur 6

Figuur 7

Figuur 8

Uw nieuwe Nighthawk CO-alarm op batterijen maakt gebruik

van geavanceerde elektronische onderdelen die u en uw familie

tegen de gevaren van koolmonoxide beschermen.

Unieke functies zijn een digitaal scherm waarop elke 30

seconden CO-metingen worden weergegeven, de hoogste

gemeten CO-gehaltes, status van de batterij en toestand van de

sensor. Zorg dat u bekend bent met deze functies.

Digitaal scherm - geeft CO-gehalte in PPM weer

Uw Nighthawk CO-alarm geeft continu een digitale meting van

het CO-gehalte in deeltjes per miljoen (PPM) weer. Het digitale

scherm kan metingen tussen de 30 en 999 (PPM) waarnemen en

weergeven. Onder normale omstandigheden wordt een

meting van 0 PPM verwacht(zie figuur 5).

U zult eraan gewend raken op het scherm te

kijken, net zoals u bijvoorbeeld op een

barometer of klok kijkt. Metingen onder de 30

PPM worden niet weergegeven.

Zie pagina 51-54 voor een overzicht over gevaarlijke CO-

gehaltes.

Functies en bediening

Figuur 5

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