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CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM WITH DIGITAL DISPLAY Model Ei206D Read and retain carefully for as long as the product is being used. It contains vital information on the operation and installation. The leaflet should be regarded as part of the product.
B16204-R0-206D-UC-ENG 20/6/08 3:49 PM Page 2 CONTENTS Page READ THIS FIRST CARBON MONOXIDE - THE SILENT KILLER! WHERE TO PLACE CARBON MONOXIDE ALARMS INSTALLING YOUR CARBON MONOXIDE ALARMS TESTING & MAINTAINING YOUR CARBON MONOXIDE ALARMS MAINTAINING CARBON MONOXIDE ALARMS LIMITATIONS OF CARBON MONOXIDE ALARMS HOW TO PROTECT YOUR FAMILY TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS GETTING YOUR CARBON MONOXIDE ALARMS SERVICED...
B16204-R0-206D-UC-ENG 20/6/08 3:49 PM Page 3 1. READ THIS FIRST Install the Carbon Monoxide Alarm (CO Alarm) in every room that contains a fuel burning appliance, particularly rooms where people spend a lot of time e.g. bedrooms, kitchens and sitting rooms.
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B16204-R0-206D-UC-ENG 20/6/08 3:49 PM Page 4 What to do when the alarm sounds: (1) Open the doors and windows to ventilate the area. (2) Turn off all fuel appliances where possible and stop using them. (The alarm can be silenced immediately by pushing the test/hush button). (3) Evacuate the property leaving the doors and windows open.
B16204-R0-206D-UC-ENG 20/6/08 3:49 PM Page 5 The CO Alarm will automatically reset Figure 1 - Alarm Installation once the CO has cleared. Pressing the test/hush button resets the CO Alarm GAS ENTRY HOLES immediately (below 300ppm CO). If CO is still present the red light and horn will turn on again after about 4 minutes.
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B16204-R0-206D-UC-ENG 20/6/08 3:49 PM Page 6 Many are killed each year, and many more suffer ill health from Carbon Monoxide (CO) poisoning. CO is an invisible, odourless, tasteless and extremely toxic gas. It is produced by appliances and vehicles burning fuels, such as coal, oil, natural/bottled gas, paraffin, wood, petrol, diesel, charcoal etc. CO is absorbed by red blood cells in the lungs in preference to oxygen - this results in rapid damage to the heart and brain from oxygen starvation.
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B16204-R0-206D-UC-ENG 20/6/08 3:49 PM Page 7 A high level of CO for a short period (e.g. 350 ppm CO for 30 minutes) will cause the same symptoms, a slight headache, as a lower level for a longer time (e.g. 150 ppm for 90 minutes). Table A shows how exposure to different concentrations of CO generally affects people.
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B16204-R0-206D-UC-ENG 20/6/08 3:49 PM Page 8 2.3 What happens when your CO Alarm detects Carbon Monoxide ? When the Alarm detects potentally dangerous levels of CO, it flashes the red alarm light and then sounds a loud alarm if the CO persists. The digital display indicates the CO level in parts per million, ppm CO. Table B below shows how the CO Alarm reacts to different levels of CO gas and exposure time.
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B16204-R0-206D-UC-ENG 20/6/08 3:49 PM Page 9 Pre-Alarm: The digital display shows Carbon Monoxide levels above 30 parts per million (30ppm CO). This helps locate CO leaks as the unit gives an indication straight away. When the alarm detects over 50ppm CO the red light flashes every 2 seconds. Note the Pre-Alarm signal may be triggered by CO coming for example, from cooking with gas, from car engines or from nearby barbecues.
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B16204-R0-206D-UC-ENG 20/6/08 3:49 PM Page 10 3. WHERE TO PLACE CO ALARMS 3.1 Ideally a Carbon Monoxide Alarm should be installed in: - Every room containing a fuel burning appliance, and - Remote rooms where occupants spend a considerable amount of time - Every bedroom However if the number of Carbon Monoxide Alarms is limited the following points should be considered when deciding where best to fit the alarm(s)
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B16204-R0-206D-UC-ENG 20/6/08 3:49 PM Page 11 In the immediate vicinity of a cooking appliance (keep it at least 1 metre horizontally from it). Outside the building. In an enclosed space (e.g. in or below a cupboard). In a damp or humid area. Directly above a sink or cooker.
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B16204-R0-206D-UC-ENG 20/6/08 3:49 PM Page 12 • If it is mounted on the ceiling it should be at least 300mm from any wall or light fitting. • The CO alarm should be a horizontal distance of between 1m and 3m from the potential CO source. •...
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B16204-R0-206D-UC-ENG 20/6/08 3:49 PM Page 13 CO Alarm Figure 2. Location in room with a fuel burning appliance...
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B16204-R0-206D-UC-ENG 20/6/08 3:49 PM Page 14 CO Alarm CO Alarm Figure 4. Location in bedroom & rooms remote Figure 3. Location in rooms with sloped from the appliance ceilings, the CO alarm should be located (i.e. at breathing level) at the high side of the room...
B16204-R0-206D-UC-ENG 20/6/08 3:49 PM Page 15 4. INSTALLING YOUR CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM INSTALLATION PROCEDURE 1. Select a suitable location based on the above advice. 2. Remove the CO Alarm from the mounting plate, as shown in figure 5, by holding the plate and sliding the unit in the direction shown.
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B16204-R0-206D-UC-ENG 20/6/08 3:49 PM Page 16 Figure 5. Removing the CO Alarm from Figure 6. Connect the battery to the the mounting plate battery snaps REPLACEABLE SENSOR MODULE SENSOR MODULE Ei261MEN BASE MOUNTING PLATE BATTERY OF UNIT SNAPS BATTERY...
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B16204-R0-206D-UC-ENG 20/6/08 3:49 PM Page 17 Figure 7. Mounting the Unit Figure 8. Tamperproofing the Unit LOCATION FOR TAMPERPROOF SCREW RECOMMENDED (see page 13) SCREW HOLES MOUNTING SIDE VIEW PLATE 5. TESTING & MONITORING YOUR CO ALARM Button Test It is recommended that you test your CO Alarm after installation and then once a week to make sure the unit is working.
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B16204-R0-206D-UC-ENG 20/6/08 3:49 PM Page 18 Power On Indicator Regularly check that the green power light flashes every 45 seconds - the unit cannot work without a good battery, properly connected. Low Battery Indicator If the unit beeps every 45 seconds and CP is on the display, then the battery is depleted. Remove from the mounting plate (see figures 5&6).
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B16204-R0-206D-UC-ENG 20/6/08 3:49 PM Page 19 Testing with Carbon Monoxide The unit can be tested with CO by using one of the kits that comes with CO either in a glass phial or aerosol can. Follow the instructions on the kit. It is best if possible to inject the CO gas into the gas entry holes, see Figure 1.
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(1) Remove the alarm from the mounting plate as described previously. (2) Pull out the sensor module from the rear (see figure 6). (3) Replace with a new sensor module (Model No. Ei261MEN - Contact Ei Electronics, for your nearest module supplier).
(3) The CO Alarm may not be heard. The sound output is loud but it may not be heard behind a closed door or if it is too far away. Interconnecting CO Alarms greatly improves the probability that they will be heard (the Ei206D cannot be interconnected - purchase suitable models if this feature is required). The...
B16204-R0-206D-UC-ENG 20/6/08 3:49 PM Page 22 Alarm may not wake up somebody who has taken alcohol or drugs. The alarm sound may be masked by other sounds such as T.V., stereo, traffic noise etc. Fitting CO Alarms on either side of closed doors will improve their chance of being heard.
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B16204-R0-206D-UC-ENG 20/6/08 3:49 PM Page 23 Staining, sooting or discolouration on or around appliances. A pilot light frequently going out. A strange smell when an appliance is working. A naked gas flame which is yellow or orange, instead of the normal blue. Family members (including pets) exhibiting the “flu-like”...
B16204-R0-206D-UC-ENG 20/6/08 3:49 PM Page 24 Leaving windows or doors slightly open (even a few inches) will significantly reduce the risk of high levels of CO occurring.The high levels of draught-proofing in modern houses reduces ventilation and can allow dangerous gases to build up. (10) Install CO Alarms in all the areas recommended in this leaflet.
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B16204-R0-206D-UC-ENG 20/6/08 3:49 PM Page 25 Operating Temperature : -10°C to 40°C Humidity Range : 15% to 95% R.H. (non-condensing) Audible Alarm : 85dB(A) at 3m minimum Self Diagnostics : Horn beep and amber fault light flashes every 40 seconds if a sensor fault is found. Tamperproof : Locking screw is supplied.
11. GUARANTEE Ei Electronics guarantees the Ei206D Carbon Monoxide (excluding the battery) for two years from date of purchase against any defects that are due to faulty materials or workmanship. This guarantee only applies to normal conditions of use and service, and does not include damage resulting from accident, neglect, misuse, unauthorised dismantling, or contamination howsoever caused.
B16204-R0-206D-UC-ENG 20/6/08 3:49 PM Page 27 12. TROUBLESHOOTING ALARM DOES NOT WORK WITH THE TEST BUTTON: (1) Hold button down firmly for at least 5 seconds. (2) Check the battery is correctly connected. (3) Replace battery. ALARM BEEPS EVERY 45 SECONDS: If the Alarm beeps every 45 seconds and disply shows CP, then the battery must be replaced.
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