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Instruction Manual: COSTAR
®
9SIR, Residential CO Alarm
QGI P/N 099-0057-01 REV 10/26/01
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8.2 To clean your alarm remove it from the mounting bracket as outlined in section 6.2.
8.3 You can clean the interior of your alarm by using your vacuum cleaner hose and vacuuming through the openings
around the perimeter of the alarm.
8.4 The outside can be wiped with a cloth.
8.5 After cleaning, reinstall your alarm and test your alarm by using the TEST button.
8.6 Test your detectors weekly and repair or replace them when they no longer function. As with any electronic
product, alarms have a limited life and alarms that do not work cannot warn you. (See section 11.0)
! WARNING: Do not use any household cleaning agents, paints, varnishes or any other chemical on your 9SIR alarm.
NOTE: REGULAR TESTING IS RECOMMENDED.
9.0 BATTERY REPLACEMENT:
IF TAMPER RESISTANT PIN HAS BEEN USED, REFER TO STEP 6.7 UNDER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
FOR REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS. (See Figure 5)
9.1 To replace the battery remove the alarm from the mounting plate by rotating the alarm in the direction of the
"OFF" arrow on the cover. (see Figure 4, Step D).
9.2 The COSTAR
®
Model 9SIR CO Alarm uses one (1) 9 volt alkaline battery. A fresh battery should last for one
year under normal operating conditions.
9.3 USE ONLY THE FOLLOWING 9 VOLT BATTERY FOR CO ALARM REPLACEMENT.
Alkaline type: DURACELL MN1604
! WARNING!! USE ONLY THE BATTERY SPECIFIED. USE OF DIFFERENT BATTERIES MAY HAVE A
DETRIMENTAL EFFECT ON THE CO ALARM. CONSTANT EXPOSURES TO HIGH OR LOW TEMPERATURES
OR HIGH HUMIDITY MAY REDUCE BATTERY LIFE.
CHECK THE BATTERY MANUFACTURERS SPECIFICATIONS FOR PROPER OPERATING CONDITIONS.
Note: Most batteries are not rated below -20°C or above 54°C
10.0 PERIODIC ALARM TESTING
Test the alarm weekly for proper operation by pushing the test button until a short beep is heard (approximately three
seconds). Release the button.
The alarm will then test itself for proper operation and the RED L.E.D. light will flash 4-6 times. At completion of the self-
test, the alarm will sound 2 patterns. The alarm then resumes normal operation.
11.0 SERVICE AND WARRANTY
If after reviewing this manual you feel that your CO Alarm is defective in any way, do not tamper with the unit. Before
returning your device, call Quantum Group's customer service line at 1-800-432-5599 to receive a return merchandise
authorization (RMA) number. Once an RMA number has been issued, return product along with proof of purchase that
includes a date. Please enclose a note describing the problem and send it to:
7737 Kenamar Court
San Diego, CA 92121-2425
Or call us toll free 1-800-432-5599
E-mail address: CustomerService@QGinc.com