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Introduction
Carbon Monoxide Meter
Instruction Sheet
The Carbon Monoxide Meter detects the presence of carbon monoxide
(CO) and measures concentrations between 1-1000 parts per million (PPM).
The Meter indicates the presence
of carbon monoxide in two ways:
• Bya reading on the LCD in PPM.
• Bya beeper tone.
Safety Information-Read First
• Do not use the Meter as a personal safety monitor.
• Learn and recognize the effects of CO poisoning.
0-1 PPM Normal background levels.
9PPM ASHRAE Standard 62-1989 for living areas.
50 PPM OSHA enclosed space 8-hour average level.*
100 PPM OSHA exposure limit.*
200 PPM Mild headache, fatigue, nausea and dizziness.
800 PPM Dizziness, nausea and convulsions.
Death within 2 to 3 hours.
*U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Safety & Health Administration
(OSHA) Regulation 1917.24: The CO content in any enclosed space shall be
maintained at not more than 50 PPM (0.005%). Remove employees from
enclosed space if the CO concentration exceeds 100 PPM(0.01 o/~) .
What the Meter Does
The Meter indicates the presence of CO by a reading on the LCD and a beeper tone.
The beeper functions much like clicking of a Geiger counter:
• Above 200 PPM, the beeper sounds continuously with the concentration of CO.
• From 35 PPM to 200 PPM, the beeper sounds discontinuously with the
concentration of CO.
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Temperature
Operating:
O°C to + 50°C
Storage: -30°C to + 60°C
Operating humidity 0-99% Relative humidity (non-condensing)
Measurement range
oto 1000PPM
Measurement Resolution 1PPM
Accuracy ±5% or ± 10 PPM
Warm up period <2 seconds
Battery 9V, NEDA 1604A or IEC 6LR61, or equivalent.
Auto power off
Meter automatically shuts down after 15 minutes
of inactivity
Sensor type Stabilized electrochemical Gas-specific (CO)
Typical sensor life 3 years

Instrument Familiarization:
1. CO sensor
2. LCD Display
3. MAX Hold button
4. Data Hold button
5. Back-light button
6. Power button
7. Battery door
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The Data Hold function allows the meter to "freeze" a measurement for later reference.
1. Press the DATA HOLD button to "freeze" the reading on the indicator.
The indicator "HOLD" will be appear
in the display.
2. Press the DATA HOLD button to return to normal operation.
MAX Hold
To hold the highest reading on the LCD, press the MAX hold button. The MAX hold button is
located on the left side of the meter (bottom button). The meter reading will not change as
readings change, rather it will only display the highest reading encountered since the MAX hold
button was pressed. Press the MAX hold button again to return to normal operation.
BACKLIGHT BUTTON
1. Press the "BACKLIGHT" key, the "light" will be appear in the display.
2. Press it again, the "light" close.
POWER BUTTON
1. Press the power button, power is on and the meter can measure.
2. Pull it again, Power is off.
BATTERY REPLACEME
1. As battery power is not sufficient, LCD will display" 0 "replacement with one battery
type 9V is required.
2. Open battery cover, then take out the battery from instrument and replace with a new
9-Volt battery and place the battery cover back.
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Common Sources of CO
Common sources of potentially dangerous levels of CO are:
• Poorly maintained furnaces, gas heaters, or fireplaces.
• Dirty or plugged chimneys, or flue exhausts.
• Poorly maintained gas, oil, or kerosene appliances.
• Internal combustion engines (e.g ., automobiles, lawnmowers, blowers).
CO and Appliance Malfunctions
The following table identifies typical problems that can produce high levels of CO.
Appliance Fuel Typical Problems
1. Cracked heat exchanger.
Gas furnaces Oil, natural gas, or LPG
2. Not enough air to burn fuel properly.
3. Defective/blocked flue.
Room heaters (l iquefied petroleum gas) 4. Maladjusted burner.
5. Building not properly pressurized.
Central heating
1. Cracked heat exchanger.
furnaces Coal
or kerosene 2. Not enough air to burn fuel properly.
3. Defective grate.
1. Improper adjustment.
Room heaters
2. Wrong fuel (not K-1).
Kerosene 3. Wrong wick or wick height.
Central heaters 4. Not enough air to burn fuel.
5. System not properly vented.
1. Not enough air to burn fuel properly.
Water heaters Natural gas
or LPG 2. Defective/blocked flue.
3. Maladjusted burner.
4. Building not properly pressurized.
1. Not enough air to burn fuel.
Ranges Ovens Natural gas or LPG 2. Maladjusted burner.
3. Misuse as a room heater.
4. System not properly vented.
1. Not enough air to burn fuel properly.
Stoves 2. Defective/blocked flue.
Fireplaces Gas, wood, coal
3. Green or treated wood.
4. Cracked heat exchanger.
5. Cracked firebox.
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