Kidde KN-COSM-IBCA - Manual
A user manual for Kidde’s combination smoke and carbon monoxide alarms–specifically models KN-COSM-ICA and KN-COSM-IBCA–covers essential topics like installation, operation, safety features, and maintenance. The guide highlights key functions such as voice alerts, hush controls, interconnectivity with compatible alarms, and tamper-resistant design, emphasizing proper placement (e.g., hallways, bedrooms) and regular testing to ensure reliable protection against smoke and CO hazards. It also addresses power requirements, battery replacement procedures, and critical safety warnings about CO poisoning symptoms and emergency response protocols.
Table of Contents:
- Page 1 – Product Identification and System Features
- Page 2 – Introduction and General Guidelines
- Page 3 – Alarm Component Diagrams
- Page 4 – Operational Specifications for KN-COSM-IBCA
- Page 5 – Alarm Detection Principles and Limitations
- Page 6 – Installation Location Guidelines
- Page 7 – Installation for Sloped Ceilings and Avoidance Zones
- Page 8 – Wiring Installation Requirements
- Page 9 – Carbon Monoxide Alarm Installation Procedures
- Page 10 – Alarm Operational Modes and Memory Functions
- Page 11 – LED Indicators and Tamper Resistance Operation
- Page 12 – Alarm Removal and Battery Replacement
- Page 13 – Maintenance and Carbon Monoxide Safety Information
- Page 14 – Carbon Monoxide Safety and Detection
- Page 15 – CO Alarm Emergency Procedures
- Page 16 – Fire Safety and Escape Planning
- Page 17 – Fire Safety Installation and Warranty Limitations
- Page 18 – Warranty Terms and Customer Service
120 V AC and 9 V Battery Backup
C
ombination
S
moke &
C
arbon
M
onoxide
A
larm
with Voice Alarm System, Hush
®
, and Peak Level Memory
For your convenience, write down the following information. If you call
our consumer hotline, these are the first questions you will be asked:
Alarm Model Number (located on back of alarm):
Date of Manufacture (located on the back of the alarm):
Date of Purchase:
Where Purchased:
Alarm Assembly Number (located on the back of the alarm):
A l a rm Manual
Model
KN-COSM-ICA
Model
KN-COSM-IBCA
Custom Assembled in China with U.S. and Foreign Components. Patents Pending
130 Esna Park Drive, Markham ON L3R 1E3
Consumer Hotline: 1-800-880-6788
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Maximum protection
only an Interconnectable System can offer:
Every floor... every living space... any place where a crisis could
begin, needs the added security of an interconnectable life safety
warning system! ANY unit that senses a problem automatically
triggers ALL units through-out the home immediately, allowing
extra time for escape.
Installing the Interconnectable System is simple:
Unlike competitive products, the Interconnectable System requires
no complex wiring or relay switches to separate alarms. Just direct
connect and you're done!
This Smoke & CO Alarm interconnects with up to 24 devices
directly. Use with Kidde Pro, Fyrnetics and Lifesaver Smoke
Alarms, including:
•1235CA Series •1285CA Series •PI2000CA •KN-COSM-ICA
•1275CA Series •PE120CA
•HD135
•KN-COSM-IBCA
For more information about compatible interconnect units and their
functionality in an interconnect system, visit our web site at:
www.kidde.ca
SINGLE AND/OR MULTIPLE STATION
CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM
SINGLE AND/OR MULTIPLE STATION
SMOKE ALARM
SINGLE AND/OR MULTIPLE STATION
CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM
(model KN-COSM-IBCA only)
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About this manual
- Brand
- Kidde
- Model
- KN-COSM-IBCA
- Document type
- Manual
- Language(s)
- English
- Pages
- 18
- File size
- 900 KB
- Format
Summary
Cover information detailing alarm features like voice alarm, hush function, peak level memory, interconnectivity, compatible models, and support contact details.
Table of contents covering installation, operation, safety, compatibility, warranty, and consumer hotline information.
Diagrams illustrating the front and back views of the smoke detector, labeling components such as buttons, LED lights, sounder, mounting hardware, and circuitry.
