소개
This user manual provides essential information for the installation, operation, and maintenance of your Kidde 5CO Carbon Monoxide Alarm. This device is designed to detect carbon monoxide (CO) gas, a colorless, odorless, and tasteless toxic gas, and alert you to its presence, helping to protect your home and family. Please read this manual thoroughly before installation and keep it in a safe place for future reference.
중요한 안전 정보
경고: This carbon monoxide alarm is designed to detect carbon monoxide gas from any source of combustion. It is NOT designed to detect smoke or fire. This alarm is not a substitute for a smoke alarm. This device is not suitable for use in hazardous locations as defined in the National Electrical Code.
Carbon monoxide is a highly toxic gas that can be fatal. Symptoms of CO poisoning include headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, and fatigue. Prolonged exposure can lead to unconsciousness, brain damage, and death. If the alarm sounds, immediately move to fresh air and call emergency services.
The Kidde 5CO alarm is CE and UKCA marked, and Kitemarked to the most up-to-date British Standards Institute (BSI) standard for carbon monoxide alarms (BS EN 50291-1:2018), ensuring its reliability and safety compliance.

Image: The Kidde 5CO Carbon Monoxide Alarm highlighting its CE, UKCA, and Kitemarked certifications, indicating compliance with safety standards.
제품 끝view
The Kidde 5CO is a compact and lightweight carbon monoxide alarm designed for continuous monitoring. It features clear indicators and an easy-to-use test button.

이미지: 앞면 view of the Kidde 5CO Carbon Monoxide Alarm, displaying its main features including the test button, LED indicators for Alarm, Operate, and Fault, and the model number.
구성 요소 및 지표:
- 테스트/리셋 버튼: Used to test the alarm's functionality and silence it during an alarm event.
- 알람 LED: Illuminates when carbon monoxide is detected.
- LED를 작동하십시오: Flashes periodically to indicate normal operation.
- 결함 LED: Illuminates to indicate a fault or low battery condition.
- 85dB의 큰 경보음: Emits a piercing sound to alert occupants to CO presence.

이미지: 상세 view of the Kidde 5CO alarm, highlighting the easy-to-use test/hush button, the compartment for two AA batteries, and the loud 85dB alarm speaker grille.
제품 크기:

Image: The Kidde K5CO Carbon Monoxide Alarm shown with its compact dimensions: 127mm in length, 73mm in height, and 39mm in depth.
제품 끝view 동영상:
영상: 종합적인 제품 개요view of the Kidde K5CO Carbon Monoxide Alarm, demonstrating its features and design.
설정 및 설치
The Kidde 5CO alarm is designed for easy setup and can be either free-standing or wall-mounted. It comes with 2x AA batteries included for immediate use.

Image: The Kidde 5CO Carbon Monoxide Alarm, emphasizing that it includes two Duracell AA batteries for reliable power.

Image: The Kidde 5CO Carbon Monoxide Alarm displayed with all its included accessories: two AA batteries, the mounting plate, screws, and wall plugs for installation.
배터리 설치:
- Open the battery compartment cover on the back of the alarm.
- Insert the two supplied AA batteries, ensuring correct polarity (+ and -).
- Close the battery compartment cover securely. The alarm will chirp and the green 'Operate' LED will flash to indicate it is powered on.
배치 지침:
- Install the alarm in a central location on each level of your home, near sleeping areas and any fuel-burning appliances.
- For optimal detection, place the alarm at least 1-3 meters (3-10 feet) away from fuel-burning appliances to avoid false alarms from initial bursts of CO.
- Do not install in garages, kitchens, furnace rooms, or bathrooms.
- Avoid placing near windows, doors, or areas with strong drafts, as this can affect sensor accuracy.
- The alarm can be placed free-standing on a shelf or table, or wall-mounted using the provided fixing kit.
벽면 장착(선택 사항):
- Choose a suitable location on a wall, following the placement guidelines above.
- Mark the positions for the two mounting screws using the alarm's keyhole slots as a template.
- Drill two holes and insert the wall plugs.
- Insert the screws, leaving them slightly protruding.
- Align the alarm's keyhole slots with the screws and slide the alarm down to secure it.
작동 지침
정상 작동:
During normal operation, the green 'Operate' LED will flash approximately once every 30 seconds, indicating that the alarm is functioning correctly.
알람 테스트:
It is recommended to test your carbon monoxide alarm weekly to ensure proper functionality. To test:
- Press and hold the 'Test/Reset' button on the front of the alarm.
- The alarm will emit a loud, piercing sound (85dB) and all three LEDs (Alarm, Operate, Fault) will illuminate.
- Release the button. The alarm should stop sounding, and the LEDs will return to their normal operating state.

Image: A hand demonstrating how to press the 'Test Weekly / Reset' button on the Kidde 5CO Carbon Monoxide Alarm, illustrating the ease of testing and silencing the device.
경보 상태:
If carbon monoxide is detected, the alarm will sound with a series of four quick beeps, followed by five seconds of silence. The red 'Alarm' LED will flash. This cycle will repeat until the CO concentration drops to a safe level or the alarm is reset.
알람이 울리면:
- 즉시 신선한 공기를 마실 수 있는 야외로 이동하거나 모든 문과 창문을 열어 해당 구역을 환기시키세요.
- 모든 사람이 확인되었는지 확인하기 위해 인원을 세어보세요.
- Do not re-enter the premises until the alarm has stopped sounding and the area has been thoroughly ventilated.
- Call your emergency services or a qualified appliance technician to investigate the source of the carbon monoxide.
Product Summary Video:
Video: A brief summary video showcasing the key features and benefits of the Kidde K5CO Carbon Monoxide Alarm.
유지
Regular maintenance ensures the continued reliability of your Kidde 5CO Carbon Monoxide Alarm.
주간 테스트:
As mentioned in the Operating Instructions, test your alarm weekly by pressing the 'Test/Reset' button.
알람 청소:
Clean the alarm regularly to prevent dust and debris from accumulating on the sensor or vents. Use a soft, damp cloth to wipe the exterior. Do NOT use cleaning solvents or polishes.
배터리 교체:
The alarm is powered by 2x AA batteries. When the batteries are low, the yellow 'Fault' LED will flash and the alarm will chirp approximately once every 60 seconds. Replace the batteries immediately with fresh AA alkaline batteries (e.g., Duracell MN1500, MX1500, Energizer E91, Gold Peak 15A, or Golden Power GLR6A). Do not use Lithium batteries in this unit.
The alarm has a 10-year sensor life. After 10 years from the date of manufacture, the unit will indicate an end-of-life signal (the yellow 'Fault' LED will flash twice every 30 seconds and the alarm will chirp twice every 30 seconds). At this point, the entire unit must be replaced.
이미지: 클로즈업 view of the battery compartment of the Kidde 5CO Carbon Monoxide Alarm, showing the label with "DATE OF MFG: 2020, 03, 11" and fields to record "Date installed" and "Replace 10 Years After Installation".
문제 해결
| 문제 | 가능한 원인 | 해결책 |
|---|---|---|
| Alarm sounds continuously (4 beeps, 5 seconds silence) | 일산화탄소가 검출되었습니다. | Immediately move to fresh air. Call emergency services. Do not re-enter until safe. |
| Yellow 'Fault' LED flashes and alarm chirps every 60 seconds | 배터리가 부족합니다. | Replace batteries immediately with new AA alkaline batteries. |
| Yellow 'Fault' LED flashes twice and alarm chirps twice every 30 seconds | End of unit life (10 years from manufacture date). | Replace the entire alarm unit. |
| 테스트 중 알람이 울리지 않습니다 | No power, faulty unit, or dead batteries. | Check battery installation. Replace batteries. If problem persists, replace unit. |
명세서
- 모델: 5코
- 전원: 2 x AA 배터리(포함)
- 센서 유형: 전기 화학
- 알람 음량: 85미터에서 3dB
- 작동 온도: -10°C ~ 40°C
- 작동 습도: 10-95% Relative Humidity (RH) non-condensing
- 제품 크기: 126 x 72 x 35mm (Length x Height x Depth)
- 품목 무게: 115g
- 센서 수명: 10년
- 인증: CE, UKCA, Kitemarked to BS EN 50291-1:2018
보증 및 지원
The Kidde 5CO Carbon Monoxide Alarm comes with a 7년 제조사 보증 구매일로부터. 본 보증은 정상적인 사용 및 서비스 과정에서 발생한 재료 및 제조상의 결함을 보장합니다.
For technical support, warranty claims, or further information, please refer to the contact details provided in the original packaging or visit the official Kidde website. Ensure you have your product model number (5CO) and date of purchase available when contacting support.





