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Aico Ei261DENRC Operation And Installation Manual

Aico mains powered carbon monoxide alarms with rechargeable lithium cell back-up operation and installation manual
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B16132-R0-261ENRC-UC-ENG
7/11/07
Read and retain carefully for as long as the product is being used. Contains vital information on the
operation and installation. This leaflet should be regarded as part of the product.
If you are just installing the unit, this leaflet must be given to the householder. This leaflet is to be
given to any subsequent user.
11:52 AM
Page 1
CARBON MONOXIDE ALARMS
WITH RECHARGEABLE LITHIUM CELL BACK-UP
MAINS POWERED
Model Ei261ENRC
Model Ei261DENRC
WITH DIGITAL DISPLAY

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  • Page 1 If you are just installing the unit, this leaflet must be given to the householder. This leaflet is to be given to any subsequent user. Page 1 MAINS POWERED CARBON MONOXIDE ALARMS WITH RECHARGEABLE LITHIUM CELL BACK-UP Model Ei261ENRC Model Ei261DENRC WITH DIGITAL DISPLAY...

  • Page 2: B16132-R0-261Enrc-Uc-Eng 7/11/07 11:52 Am

    B16132-R0-261ENRC-UC-ENG 7/11/07 11:52 AM Page 2...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    B16132-R0-261ENRC-UC-ENG 7/11/07 11:52 AM IMPORTANT INFORMATION CARBON MONOXIDE - THE SILENT KILLER ALARM POSITIONING INSTALLATION TESTING HOW TO DISTINGUISH BETWEEN CO ALARM & SMOKE ALARM WARNINGS MAINTENANCE LIMITATIONS OF CO ALARMS HOW TO PROTECT YOUR FAMILY GETTING YOUR CO ALARM SERVICED FIVE YEAR GUARANTEE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS TROUBLESHOOTING...

  • Page 4: Important Information

    B16132-R0-261ENRC-UC-ENG 7/11/07 11:52 AM 1. IMPORTANT INFORMATION WARNING: The Alarm should be permanently wired to the mains by a qualified electrician in accordance with IEE wiring regulations (BS7671). Install a Carbon Monoxide (CO) Alarm in every room that contains a fuel burning appliance, particularly rooms where people spend a lot of time e.g.

  • Page 5: What To Do When The Alarm Sounds

    B16132-R0-261ENRC-UC-ENG 7/11/07 11:52 AM 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. (The alarm can be silenced immediately by pushing the Test/Hush button). (3) Evacuate the property leaving the doors and windows open.

  • Page 6: Carbon Monoxide - The Silent Killer

    B16132-R0-261ENRC-UC-ENG 7/11/07 11:52 AM The CO Alarm is no substitute for keeping chimneys and flues clear and in good condition, and all of your appliances serviced regularly according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Do not fit alarm until all building work is completed to avoid contamination. 2.
  • Page 7 B16132-R0-261ENRC-UC-ENG 7/11/07 11:52 AM A low level for a long period (e.g. 150 ppm for 90 minutes) can cause the same symptoms (a slight headache) as a high level of CO for a short period (e.g. 350 ppm CO for 30 minutes). Table A shows how exposure to different concentrations of CO generally affects people.
  • Page 8 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 (Model Ei261DENRC only) indicates the CO level in parts per million (ppm) CO.
  • Page 9 - Red light flashes 8 times (in 2 seconds) every 40 seconds - 300 ppm CO detected for approximately 3 minutes. When the Test button is held, the digital display on the Ei261DENRC model shows the previous peak reading. This tells you if the unit has detected CO in your absence and helps to detect and locate leaks, monitor premises etc.

  • Page 10: Alarm Positioning

    B16132-R0-261ENRC-UC-ENG 7/11/07 11:52 AM 3.1 IDEALLY A CARBON MONOXIDE (CO) ALARM SHOULD BE INSTALLED IN: - Every room containing a fuel burning appliance - Remote rooms where occupants spend a considerable amount of time - Every bedroom However if the number of CO Alarms is limited, the following points should be considered when deciding where best to fit the alarm(s) - If there is an appliance in a room where people sleep, place a CO Alarm in this room - Locate a CO Alarm in a room containing a flueless or open-flued appliance...
  • Page 11 B16132-R0-261ENRC-UC-ENG 7/11/07 11:52 AM Page 11 - In an enclosed space (e.g. in or below a cupboard) - In a damp or humid area - Directly above a sink or cooker - Next to a door, window, air vent or anywhere that it would be affected by draughts - Next to an extractor fan - Where it would be obstructed, e.g.
  • Page 12 B16132-R0-261ENRC-UC-ENG 7/11/07 11:52 AM Page 12 - If there is a partition in the room, the CO Alarm should be located on the same side of the partition as the potential source - In rooms with sloped ceilings, the CO Alarm should be located at the high side of the room (see Figure 3) IF LOCATING THE CO ALARM IN A BEDROOM OR IN ROOMS REMOTE FROM A FUEL BURNING APPLIANCE (see Figure 3) - Mount the CO alarm relatively close to the breathing zone of the occupants...
  • Page 13 B16132-R0-261ENRC-UC-ENG 7/11/07 11:52 AM Page 13 CO Alarm Figure 1. Location in room with a fuel burning appliance - 1 to 3m from appliance - Ceiling 300mm (min) from walls - Wall 150mm vertically down from ceiling...
  • Page 14 B16132-R0-261ENRC-UC-ENG 7/11/07 11:52 AM Figure 2. Location in rooms with sloped ceilings - 300mm from apex of ceiling - High side of the room Page 14 CO Alarm Figure 3. Location in bedroom & rooms remote from the appliance - Wall mounted - Breathing level (approx.

  • Page 15: Installation

    B16132-R0-261ENRC-UC-ENG 7/11/07 11:52 AM The Alarm is designed to be permanently mounted, using its own built-in terminal block to connect it to the mains wiring. The mounting plate can be screwed directly to the ceiling/wall. Alternatively it can be screwed to a standard junction box (BS 4662 single gang accessory box).

  • Page 16: Installation Procedure

    B16132-R0-261ENRC-UC-ENG 7/11/07 11:52 AM The Alarm must not be connected when the house wiring insulation is being checked with high Voltages i.e. do not use an insulation tester on the alarm. Do not use the CO Alarm on an intermittent basis, or as a portable detector for the spillage of combustion products from fuel burning appliances or chimneys.
  • Page 17 B16132-R0-261ENRC-UC-ENG 7/11/07 11:52 AM We strongly recommend that you check for the following before connecting the alarm: • check for Live and Neutral using a two probe tester. • check for Live using a neon tester. • check that the Interconnect wire is NOT connected to Live, Neutral or Earth. Do not use an Earth wire for the Interconnect line.
  • Page 18 B16132-R0-261ENRC-UC-ENG 7/11/07 11:52 AM INSERT SCREWDRIVER TO LIFT AND REMOVE WIRE COVER WIRING CONDUIT KNOCK OUT FOR SURFACE WIRING CONDUIT SEALING GASKET KNOCK OUT FOR (MUST BE IN PLACE) SURFACE WIRING CONDUIT Figure 5 - Surface Wiring 11. Connect the mains power to the alarm circuit. Check the green light is on. The CO Alarm is now fully operational and will provide protection against a build up of Carbon Monoxide gas 70 seconds after it is connected to the mains supply.
  • Page 19 A maximum of twelve Ei261ENRC/261DENRC CO Alarms may be interconnected along with an Ei128RBU & Ei128COV relay module (see “ACCESSORIES” on page 32). Alternatively, up to twelve Ei261ENRC /Ei261DENRC CO Alarms and Ei161RC/Ei164RC/Ei166RC Smoke/Heat Alarms may be interconnected provided an Ei1529RC Remote Control is used in the system (see “ACCESSORIES”...

  • Page 20: Testing

    B16132-R0-261ENRC-UC-ENG 7/11/07 11:52 AM Page 20 A maximum of 250 metres (820 ft) of wire can be used (maximum resistance between detectors 50 Ohms). Connect as shown in Figure 7. Alarms should be interconnected only within the confines of a single family living unit. If they are connected between different units there may be excessive nuisance alarms.
  • Page 21 Page 21 checking circuit has detected a fault. Press and hold the Test/Hush button. If the amber light flashes without the horn sounding, the sensor is faulty. On the Ei261DENRC the display will show SF indicating Sensor Faulty. 4. If the Alarm fails to operate when the Test/Hush button is pressed, switch off the mains supply at the distribution fuse board and remove unit from mounting plate for 3 minutes.

  • Page 22: How To Distinguish Between Co Alarm & Smoke Alarm Warnings

    B16132-R0-261ENRC-UC-ENG 7/11/07 11:52 AM The Fast CO Test Mode normally does not activate the memory function unless a high level of CO remains in the sensor for a few minutes. (This can be checked by pressing the Test/Hush button. If the red light flashes continuously (indicating CO was detected), hold the Test/Hush button for 20 seconds until the red light stops flashing as the memory resets).

  • Page 23: Sensor Module Replacement

    (1) Remove the alarm from the mounting plate as described previously. (2) Pull out the sensor module from the rear. (3) Replace with a new sensor module (Model No. Ei261MEN - Contact Aico or Ei Electronics, for your nearest module supplier).

  • Page 24: Limitations Of Co Alarms

    B16132-R0-261ENRC-UC-ENG 7/11/07 11:52 AM Note: When the second sensor has completed its 5 years of operation the amber light will flash every 40 seconds. The sensor module can only be replaced once. The entire unit must be replaced after 10 years. The date for replacing the entire unit is given on the ‘REPLACE UNIT BY’...

  • Page 25: How To Protect Your Family

    B16132-R0-261ENRC-UC-ENG 7/11/07 11:52 AM - CO Alarms are not suitable as early warning Smoke Alarms. Some fires produce Carbon Monoxide, but the response characteristics of these CO Alarms are such that they would not give sufficient warning of fire. Smoke Alarms must be fitted to give early warning of fire. - This CO Alarm does not detect the presence of natural gas (methane), bottled gas (propane, butane) or other combustible gases.
  • Page 26 B16132-R0-261ENRC-UC-ENG 7/11/07 11:52 AM - These appliances must “breathe in” air to burn the fuel properly. Know where the air comes from and ensure vents/air bricks etc. remain unobstructed (particularly after building work). - The appliances must also “breathe out” the waste gases (including the CO) – usually through a flue or chimney.

  • Page 27: Getting Your Co Alarm Serviced

    B16132-R0-261ENRC-UC-ENG 7/11/07 11:52 AM Page 27 10. GETTING YOUR CO ALARM SERVICED If your CO Alarm fails to work after you have carefully read all the instructions, checked the unit has been installed correctly, and is receiving AC power, return it for repair or replacement. (Do not attach to mounting plate as unit can give beeps or alarm if the Test/Hush button is pressed during shipping).

  • Page 28: Technical Specifications

    B16132-R0-261ENRC-UC-ENG 7/11/07 11:52 AM 12. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Operating Voltage : 230±10% VAC, 50Hz Power : 1 Watt (60 mA) Power on Indicator : Green Light Sensor : Electrochemical Sensor CO Sensitivity : Meets BS EN 50291: 2001. Unit operates as per Table B (on page 8). Electrical Safety : Complies with relevant sections of EN 60335-1: 1994 Electromagnetic...
  • Page 29 : Up to 12 Ei261ENRC/261DENRC CO Alarms can be interconnected, so that when one senses CO, all alarm. Alternatively, up to 12 Ei261ENRC/ Ei261DENRC CO Alarms and Ei161RC/Ei164RC/Ei166RC Smoke/Heat Alarms can be interconnected provided that an Ei1529RC Remote Control is used.

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    CO alarm level detected. The memory is cleared by holding down the Test/Hush button until the red light stops flashing. Digital Display : Range 50 - 300ppm CO (Ei261DENRC only) Resolution 5 ppm CO With low rechargeable cells - CP With sensor faulty - SF...
  • Page 31 B16132-R0-261ENRC-UC-ENG 7/11/07 11:52 AM - Press the Test/Hush button for approximately 20 seconds to reset the unit. If the beeping and the amber light flashing re-occurs replace the sensor module. 3. ALARM BEEPS EVERY 40 SECONDS (without amber light flashing): - Rechargeable cells depleted.

  • Page 32: Accessories

    B16132-R0-261ENRC-UC-ENG 7/11/07 11:52 AM Alternatively, if an optional Ei1529RC Remote Control is fitted, pressing the LOCATE switch when all alarms are sounding will silence all alarms apart from the alarm that is sensing CO/Smoke/Heat. This area can then be safely investigated and if determined that it is a false alarm, press the HUSH switch to silence the alarm.
  • Page 33 B16132-R0-261ENRC-UC-ENG 7/11/07 11:52 AM Page 33 The crossed out wheelie bin symbol that is on your product indicates that this product should not be disposed of via the normal household waste stream. Proper disposal will prevent possible harm to the environment or to human health.
  • Page 34 B16132-R0-261ENRC-UC-ENG 7/11/07 11:52 AM Page 34 Aico Ltd Mile End Business Park, Maesbury Rd, Oswestry, Shropshire SY10 8NN, U.K. Tel: 0870 758 4000 www.aico.co.uk Ei Electronics Shannon, Co Clare, Ireland. Tel: +353 (0)61 471277 www.eielectronics.com © Ei Electronics 2007 P/N B16132 Rev 0...

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