Eclipse E240CARB Manual

220~240V AC OPERATED
INTERCONNECTABLE
CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM
KM 651575
BS
EN50291-1:2010
Class II
+A1:2012
Apparatus Type A
MODEL : E240CARB
Main Features :
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Electrochemical Sensor Life Operates for 5 Years
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Recommended Alkaline Battery Back-up, Life for 1
Year
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Test / Reset Button
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Low Battery Warning
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Self Test Function
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Supplied With Wall Plugs & Screws
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Cannot Be Fitted With Battery Missing
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Approved to EN50291-1:2010+A1:2012
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Fault Signal
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Hard-Wired Interconnectable (max 20. Detectors,
including smoke, heat and CO alarms)
This instruction leaflet contains important information on
the correct installation and operation of your Carbon
Monoxide (CO) alarm. Read this leaflet fully before
attempting installation and retain for future reference.
SPECIFICATIONS
Power Source : 220-240Vac~ 50-60Hz, 9.6 Watts, with
9V battery back-up (battery included)
Battery : 9V Carbon Zinc battery (Gold Peak
GPI-1604E) or Alkaline battery
(Energizer 522)
Battery Life : In the event of a break in the mains supply
the battery will give detector operation for
1 month minimum
Operation Current : <35mA operation (In Alarm)
Type of Gas sensed : Carbon Monoxide
Sensor Life : 5 Years
Alarm Response Time : 50 PPM (Between 60 to 90 min.)
100 PPM (Between10 to 40 min.)
300 PPM (Less than 3 min.)
Operation Temperature : -10 C ~ 40 C
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Ambient Humidity : 10%-90%
Horn Level : 85 Decibels at 1 m
Interconnect facility : 20 detectors over 150
metres maximum,
WHAT IS CARBON MONOXIDE
Carbon Monoxide (CO) is an insidious poison that is released
when fuels are burnt. It is a colorless, odorless, tasteless gas and
therefore very difficult to detect with the human senses. CO kills
hundreds of people each year and injures many more. It binds to
the haemoglobin in the blood and reduces the amount of oxygen
being circulated in the body. In high concentrations, CO can kill in
minutes.
CO is produced by the incomplete combustion of fuels such as
wood, charcoal, coal, heating oil, paraffin, petrol, natural gas,
propane, butane etc.
Common Sources of CO:
 Attached garages  Portable generators
 Oil and Gas furnaces  Gas or kerosene heaters
 Wood stoves  Clogged chimneys
 Barbecues  Cigarette smoke
 Wood and gas fireplaces
 Gas appliances
LOCATING THE CO ALARM
E240CARB Carbon Monoxide alarm is designed to detect the toxic
CO fumes that result from incomplete combustion, such as those
emitted from appliances, furnaces, fireplace and auto exhaust.
has an interconnect feature that allows up it to connect with 20
alarms together over 150 metres maximum, using the single
white wire, and thus allowing all alarms to sound when any
one is activated.
Ideally, a CO alarm should be installed in every room containing a
fuel burning appliance. Additional apparatus may be installed to
ensure that adequate warning is given for occupants in other
rooms, by locating apparatus in:
 remote rooms in which the occupant spend considerable time
whilst awake and from which they may not be able hear an
alarm from apparatus in another part of the premises, and
every sleeping room.
However, if there is a fuel burning appliance in more than one
room and the number of CO alarm is limited, the following points
should be taken into consideration when deciding on the best
location:
 An apparatus should be located in a room containing a flueless
or open-flued appliance.
 If there is an appliance in a room where people spend most
time, an apparatus should be placed in that room.
 If there is an appliance in a room where people sleep, an
apparatus should be placed in that room.
 In a bedsit, the apparatus should be placed as far from the
cooking appliances as possible but near to where the person
sleeps.
 If the appliance is in a room not normally used, such as boiler
room, the apparatus should be placed just outside the room so
that the alarm will be heard more easily.
CAUTION
This alarm will only indicate the presence of carbon monoxide
gas at the sensor. Carbon Monoxide gas may be present in
other areas.
This carbon monoxide alarm is designed to detect carbon
monoxide gas from ANY source of combustion. It is NOT
designed to detect smoke, fire or any other gas.
POSITIONING THE CO ALARM
Carbon Monoxide has a similar density to warm air and can be
fitted in various locations.
Apparatus located in the same room as a fuel-burning
appliance:
 If the apparatus is located on a wall, it should be located at a
height greater than the height of any door or window but at
least 150 mm from the ceiling. If the apparatus is mounted on a
ceiling, it should be at least 300 mm from any wall.
 The apparatus should be at a horizontal distance of between 1
m and 3 m from the potential source.
 If there is partition in a room, the apparatus should be located
on the same side of the partition as the potential source.
 In rooms with sloped ceilings, the apparatus should be located
at the high side of the room.
Apparatus located in sleeping rooms and in rooms remote
from a fuel burning appliance:
 The apparatus should be located relatively close to the
breathing zone of the occupants.
Areas to be avoided include the following:
 Situations where the temperature may drop below -10
exceed 40 C
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 In a damp or humid area
 Any area where high levels of dusty, dirty or greasy emissions
It could contaminate or clog the sensor.
 Where the air flow to the apparatus would be obstructed by
curtains or furniture.
 Next to a door or window or in the path of air discharged from a
furnace / air conditioning vent or ceiling fan.
 Outside the building
 Directly above a sink or cooker
 In or below cupboard
The following conditions can result in transient CO situations
in the home:
 Excessive spillage or reverse venting of fuel burning appliances
caused by:
1. Outdoor ambient conditions such as wind direction
and/or velocity, including high gusts of wind; heavy
air in the vent pipes (cold/humid air with extended
periods between cycles).
2. Negative pressure differential resulting from the use
of exhaust fans.
3. Simultaneous operation of several fuel burning
appliances competing for limited internal air.
4. Vent pipe connection vibrating loose from clothes
dryers, furnaces, or water heaters.
5. Obstructions in or unconventional vent pipe designs
which amplify the above situations.
 Extended operation of unvented fuel burning devices (range,
oven, fireplace, etc.).
 Temperature inversions which can trap exhaust gases near the
ground.
 Car idling in an open or closed attached garage, or near a
home.
WARNING
This carbon monoxide alarm is designed for indoor use only.
Do not expose to rain or moisture. It will not protect against
the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning when the battery has
drained.
Do not open or tamper with the alarm as this could cause
malfunction.
Installation of the apparatus should not be used as a
substitute for proper installation, use and maintain of fuel
burning appliances including appropriate ventilation and
exhaust systems.
INSTALLING THE CO ALARM
WARNING – This apparatus is mains powered and requires
wiring by a qualified electrician in accordance with the
current IEE Regulations for Electrical Installations (BS7671).
The circuit used to power the apparatus must be a dedicated
permanent supply that cannot be switched off accidentally by the
normal user. Before installing ensure the electrical supply is
isolated.
WARNING : To prevent injury, this apparatus must be securely
attached to the wall / ceiling in accordance with the installation
instructions.
The CO Alarm will function correctly either as a stand-alone alarm
or inter-connected.
All inter-connected CO Alarms must be supplied from a single
power circuit.
A common neutral must be used for the interconnection to function.
Do not connect the Inter-connect wire to Active or Neutral.
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Wall mount installation:
 Disconnect the AC main power from the circuit that is going to be
used.
 Having established the mounting location ensure that there is no
electrical wiring or pipe work in the area adjacent to the mounting
surface.
 Mark the two mounting hole locations.
 Drill holes in the positions marked.
 Insert wall plugs into the drilled holes.
 Screw mounting bracket to mounting surface. DO NOT OVER
TIGHTEN.
 Unlock the apparatus unit from the base by pushing up the temporary
latch with a screw driver
Strip the Active/Neutral and Inter-connect (if used) wires.
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Connect the wires to the correct terminals (on the mounting
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plate) to incoming supply. If the carbon monoxide alarms are to
be interconnected, link out the interconnection terminals. Ensure
the screws are fully tightened.
The alarm must be wired in accordance with National wiring codes.
LIVE : connect to house wires coloured Brown, Red or
marked with L.
NEUTRAL : connect to house wires coloured Blue, Black or
marked with N.
INTERCONNECT : connect to the third wire. If you are not
interconnecting to other units, do not connect any wire to this
terminal. Never use an EARTH wire for interconnect wire.
 Insert a 9V battery firmly into battery compartment on the rear of the
apparatus. NOTE POLARITY OF CONNECTIONS.
NOTE – For the safety of the end user the CO alarm cannot be fitted
without its battery.
 Assemble the alarm onto the mounting plate
OPERATING YOUR CO ALARM
Normal Operation
After battery installation, the green LED will flash five times. Then the
unit will enter into the normal operation mode. When no carbon
monoxide is present, the green light will flash approximately once per
minute and is an indication that your alarm is powered and functional.
During normal operation the CO alarm perform a self-check test every
minute.
IMPORTANT: After installation, test your alarm (see the paragraph
"Test your CO alarm"