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holders are responsible for their own insurance. The CO
Alarm warns of increasing CO levels, but we do not guaran-
tee that this will protect everyone from CO poisoning.
(6) 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.
The CO Alarm does not detect the presence of natural gas
(methane), bottled gas (propane, butane) or other com-
bustible gases. Fit combustion gas alarms to detect these.
WARNING:
APPARATUS
CONFORMING
BS 7860 : 1996 STANDARD MAY NOT PROTECT PEOPLE
WHO ARE AT SPECIAL RISK FROM CARBON MONOXIDE
EXPOSURE BY REASON OF AGE, PREGNANCY OR MED-
ICAL CONDITION. IF IN DOUBT, CONSULT YOUR MED-
ICAL PRACTITIONER. A CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTOR
IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR A SMOKE ALARM OR A
COMBUSTIBLE GAS DETECTOR.
7.
HOW TO PROTECT YOUR FAMILY
Follow these guidelines to reduce the risk of Carbon
Monoxide poisoning.
(1)
Know and look out for tell-tale signs that Carbon
Monoxide may be present. These include:-
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The CO Alarm warning of abnormal levels.
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Staining, sooting or discolouration on or around
appliances.
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A pilot light frequently going out.
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A strange smell when an appliance is working.
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A naked gas flame which is yellow or orange,
instead of the normal blue.
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Family members (including pets) exhibiting the
flu-like symptoms of CO poisoning described
above.
If any of these signs are present get the appliance
checked out by an expert before further use. If family
members are ill get medical help.
(2)
Choose all appliances and vehicles which burn fossil
fuels such as coal, oil, natural/bottled gas, paraffin,
wood, petrol, diesel, charcoal etc. with care and have
them professionally installed and regularly maintained.
(3)
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
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mantling, or contamination howsoever caused. This guarantee excludes inciden-
tal and consequential damage. If this Carbon Monoxide Alarm should become
defective within the guarantee period, it must be returned to where it was pur-
chased or alternatively to Ei Electronics., carefully packaged, with the problem
clearly stated. (see section 9 Getting the CO Alarm Serviced ) along with proof
of the date of purchase. We shall at our discretion repair or replace the faulty unit.
Ei Electronics Ltd. Shannon, Co. Clare, Ireland.
Tel: (061) 471277. Fax: (061) 471053.
E-mail. helpdesk@eiltd.ie
www.eielectronics.ie
Aico Ltd. Mile End Business Park, Maesbury Rd, Oswestry,
Shropshire, SY10 8NN,
U.K. Tel: 0870 7584000. Fax: 0870 7584010.
E-mail: support@aico.co.uk
www.aico.co.uk
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after building work).
(4)
The appliances must also breathe out the waste
gases (including the CO) — usually through a flue or
chimney. Ensure chimneys and flues are not blocked or
leaking, and get them checked every year. Check for
excessive rust or cracks on appliances and pipe work.
(5)
Never leave your car, motor bike or lawnmower engine
running in the garage with the garage door closed.
Never leave the door from the house to the garage
open if the car is running.
(6)
Never adjust your own gas pilot lights.
TO
THE
(7)
Never use a gas cooker or a barbecue for home
heating.
(8
Children should be warned of the dangers of CO poi-
soning and instructed never to touch, or interfere with
the CO Alarm. Do not allow small children to press the
test/hush button as they could be subjected to exces-
sive noise when the unit alarms.
(9)
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.
(11) Recognise that CO poisoning may be the cause when
family members suffer from flu-like symptoms when at
home but feel better when they are away for extended
periods.
8.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Operating Voltage
: 230–10% VAC, 50Hz
Power
: 1 Watt, (60 mA)
Power on Indicator
: Green Light on
Sensor
: Electrochemical Sensor
CO Sensitivity
: Meets or exceeds the CO
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sensitivity specifications in
BS 7860 : 1996.
At over 50ppm CO the red light
flashes every 5 seconds
(Pre-Alarm).
At 150 ppm CO, responds within
10 and 30 minutes, red light
flashes every 2 seconds.
At 350 ppm CO, in less than 6
minutes red light flashes every
0.5 seconds.
Electrical Safety
: Complies with BS 7860 : 1996
Electromagnetic
: Complies with
Compatibility
BS EN 50081-1 : 1992 , and
BS EN 50082-1 : 1992.
Test/Hush Button
: Checks electronics and horn.
When the unit is alarming, after sensing
CO, pressing the test/hush button will
immediately stop the horn (the red light will
continue to flash). If CO is still present the
red light and the horn will turn on again
after about 4 minutes. The unit can only be
silenced once. At 350 ppm CO the unit
cannot be silenced. (With interconnected
units, the hush only works on the alarm
sensing CO).
Fast CO Test Mode
: Pressing the test button also
causes the unit to check for CO,
4 seconds later to facilitate test
ing with CO. It gives 3 beeps and
red light flashes, if CO is sensed
and then resets.
Initialisation Time
: 70 seconds. On power up red
and amber lights flash
momentarily
Operating
: -5¡C to 40¡C
Temperature
Humidity Range
: 15% to 95% R.H.
(non-condensing)
Audible Alarm
: 85dB(A) at 3m (10ft) minimum
Self Diagnostics
: Horn beep and amber fault light
flashes every 40 seconds if a
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fault is found.
Tamperproof
: Screwdriver needed to release
from mounting plate. Additionally
a tamperproofing screw can be
fitted to mounting plate.
Rechargeable
: Fully charged cells can power
Lithium Cells:
unit in standby for over 4 weeks.
It can power the unit in alarm for
over 2 hours. If the unit beeps
every 40 seconds, cells are
depleted.
Interconnect
: Up to 12 Ei 261/261D Alarms
can be interconnected, so that
when one senses CO, all alarm.
Relay Module Ei128C
: This can be connected, using
(optional)
the interconnect line. Use relay
contacts for switching valves
etc.
Digital Display
: Range 50 - 300ppm CO,
(Ei261 D only)
Resolution 5 ppm CO.
With low rechargeable cells - CP
With sensor faulty - SF
With test button - previous peak
CO level
Dimensions
: 126 x 150 x 42 mm.
Weight
: 330g.
9.
GETTING THE 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, - see How to disconnect and
remove the Alarm in section 5. Return it for repair or replace-
ment. (Do not attach to mounting plate as unit can give beeps
or alarm if the button is pressed during shipping). This should
be to where it was purchased, alternatively return it in a
padded box to Customer Assistance and Information at the
nearest address given on the CO Alarm or in this leaflet. State
the nature of the fault, where the CO Alarm was purchased,
and the date of purchase.
10.
FIVE YEAR GUARANTEE
Ei Co. Ltd guarantees this Carbon Monoxide Alarm for five years from the 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 dis-
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11.
TROUBLESHOOTING
1. ALARM DOES NOT WORK WITH THE TEST BUTTON:
(1) Check that the green mains power light is on. If it is off
check the wiring, fuse, circuit breakers etc.
(2) Hold the test button down for at least 5 seconds.
2. ALARM BEEPS AND AMBER LIGHT FLASHES EVERY
40 SECONDS:
If the alarm beeps and the amber fault light flashes every 40
seconds, the CO sensor is probably defective. Press the
test/hush button to reset the unit. If the beeping and the
amber light flashing re-occurs replace sensor module.
3. ALARM BEEPS EVERY 40 SECONDS
(without amber light flashing)
Rechargeable cells depleted. Re-connect mains if green light
is off.
4. ALARM SOUNDS FOR NO APPARENT REASON:
Follow the detailed instructions on the top of page 2. entitled
What to do when the alarm sounds . If there are still
problems:
(1) Ensure there are no fuel-burning appliances in the
vicinity which could be leaking CO gas (e.g. even from
next door).
(2) Ensure there are no fumes in the area (e.g. paint,
thinners, hair spray, chemical cleaners aerosol sprays
etc).
(3) Ensure there is no outdoor source of CO in the vicinity
(e.g. a car with engine running, heavy traffic, heavy air
pollution, barbecue fumes etc).
(4) Press the test/hush button to silence the alarm.
If the unit continues to sound it is possibly defective and
should be replaced, follow the instructions in section 5 on
How to disconnect and remove your alarm and then see
section 9 Getting the CO Alarm Serviced .
4. TEST/HUSH BUTTON DOES NOT SILENCE ALARMS:
If there are a number of alarms interconnected and they are
all sounding, pressing the test/hush button on the unit sens-
ing CO (i.e. the one with the red light flashing) will silence the
system. Pressing any other test/hush button will not silence
the alarms. Hush button will only work once at CO levels less
than 150 ppm CO. It will not work at higher levels.
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