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- informations concerning technical data of Firex COQ3
- name of the manufacturer and a year of construction of the Firex COQ3 item
- rules of operation, control and maintenance of the Firex COQ3 item
- safety signs and mark certificates which confirm compatibility with appropriate standards
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Usually it results from the lack of time and certainty about functionalities of purchased items. Unfortunately, networking and start-up of Firex COQ3 alone are not enough. An instruction contains a number of clues concerning respective functionalities, safety rules, maintenance methods (what means should be used), eventual defects of Firex COQ3, and methods of problem resolution. Eventually, when one still can't find the answer to his problems, he will be directed to the Firex service. Lately animated manuals and instructional videos are quite popular among customers. These kinds of user manuals are effective; they assure that a customer will familiarize himself with the whole material, and won't skip complicated, technical information of Firex COQ3.
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COQ3 — 1 20V AC Direct Wir e COQ6 — 1 20V AC Direct Wir e with 9V Battery Backup Owner’ s Manual Thank you for purchasing a Firex carbon monoxide alarm. It is an important component of your home security system. Please read this booklet thoroughly . The more familiar you are with the information it contains, the easier you will find it to ins[...]
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2 The Dangers of Carbon Monoxide Carbon Monoxide ( CO) is a toxic gas. It cannot be seen, felt, tasted, or smelled. The effects of CO poisoning can cause household members to become extremely ill or even cause death. Due to damage, poor maintenance, or defects, many appliances like furnaces, ovens, fireplaces, kerosene heaters, and grills may silen[...]
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3 CO Alarm Features cont. This CO alarm is designed to detect carbon monoxide gas from any source of combustion. It is NOT designed to detect smoke, fire, or any other type of gas. If this CO alarm sounds its alarm horn, DO NOT assume that it is a false alarm. The alarm horn requires your immediate action. This product is intended for use in ordina[...]
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This unit cannot be used in recreational vehicle applications. How to Install Y our CO Alarm ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD. T urn off power at the main fuse box or cir- cuit breaker by removing the fuse or switching the circuit breaker to the OFF position. Check local codes for specific mounting requirements in your area. Once you have decided the best p[...]
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5 How to Inst al l Y our CO Alarm cont. 11. Firmly PRESS AND RELEASE THE RESET/TEST button. See Figure 4. The alarm should sound a short tone. The amber SERVICE light will turn on, and the CO alarm will go through its test cycle. The red LED will flash, and the alarm will beep four times fol- lowed by 5 seconds of silence and then repeat the cycle.[...]
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6 T est Y our 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 Y our CO Alarm.” If the alarm does not beep after depressing the TEST / RESET button or exhibit the correct LED test sequence, immediately return the C[...]
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7 T roubleshooting Problem: The alarm is properly connected to AC power , but the green LEDs do not light. Solution: Return alarm to Maple Chase Company for service (see warranty). Problem: Amber Fault light flashes every 30 seconds Solution: Press the T est / Reset button to allow the alarm to re - check itself intern ally . If the AMBER LED conti[...]
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8 Home Safety Tips Many CO poisonings are caused by equipment failures due to poor maintenance, product defects, and damaged parts. The following is a list of safety tips to help pre- vent CO poisoning within your home: 1. Have all fuel - burning appliances inspected and cleaned yearly by a qualified service technician. The furnace, water heater , [...]