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CO-9X-10 User Manual
10 YEAR LIFE
CARBON MONOXIDE
POISONOUS GAS ALARM
Please read me - as I could save your life.
Technical Support Line
0800 141 2561
UK Textphone users dial 18001 0800 141 2561
EIRE dial 1-800 523171
Email
technicalsupport@fireangel.co.uk
Web
www.fireangel.co.uk
EN 50291-1: 2010
EN 50291-2: 2010
KM 551504
A Sprue Safety
Products Brand
GN2630/R1
Sprue Safety Products Ltd.
Vanguard Centre
Sir William Lyons Road
Coventry CV4 7EZ UK
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- Page 1 CO-9X-10 User Manual GN2630/R1 10 YEAR LIFE CARBON MONOXIDE POISONOUS GAS ALARM Please read me - as I could save your life. Technical Support Line 0800 141 2561 UK Textphone users dial 18001 0800 141 2561 EIRE dial 1-800 523171 Email technicalsupport@fireangel.co.uk...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS INTRODUCTION FEATURES CARBON MONOXIDE AND HOW IT CAN AFFECT YOU AND YOUR FAMILY WHERE TO INSTALL YOUR DETECTOR HOW TO INSTALL YOUR DETECTOR POWER PACK ACTIVATION POWER PACK DEACTIVATION OPERATING FEATURES UNDERSTANDING THE PRODUCT’S INDICATORS MAINTAINING / TESTING YOUR DETECTOR WHAT TO DO IN THE EVENT OF AN ALARM... - Page 3 USEFUL NUMBERS TECHNICAL INFORMATION DISPOSAL 10 YEAR WARRANTY RETURNS PRODUCT RANGE NOTES / DISABLING TAB STORAGE PAGE Note: This User Manual is also available in large text and other formats. Please call 0800 141 2561 for further information...
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Page 4: Introduction
INTRODUCTION Congratulations! You’ve made a wise investment in an innovative product and your personal safety. The CO-9X-10 10 Year Life Carbon Monoxide Poisonous Gas Alarm is the latest in one of a new generation of domestic life safety products from Sprue Safety Products Limited. It combines... -
Page 5: Carbon Monoxide And How It Can Affect You And Your Family
• Test/reset button • Regular self-check to ensure detector is operating correctly • Simple to mount, portable, ideal for travelling • Certified to the European Carbon Monoxide Alarm Standard EN 50291-1: 2010 and EN 50291-2: 2010 • 10 year warranty CARBON MONOXIDE AND HOW IT CAN AFFECT YOU AND YOUR FAMILY Carbon monoxide is a dangerous, poisonous gas that kills hundreds of people each year and injures many more. It is often referred to as the silent killer because it has no odour or taste and cannot be seen. Like oxygen, CO enters the body through the lungs during the normal breathing process. - Page 6 (often described as ‘flu-like’ symptoms). • Medium Exposure: Severe throbbing headache, drowsiness, confusion, fast heart rate. • Extreme Exposure: Unconsciousness, convulsions, cardiorespiratory failure, death. Your FireAngel CO detector monitors the level of CO as parts per million (ppm) in the atmosphere surrounding the detector. 35ppm The maximum allowable concentration for continuous exposure for healthy adults in...
- Page 7 • Gas or paraffin heaters • Barbecues • Clogged chimneys • Wood or gas fireplaces • Cigarette smoke • Gas appliances • Any fossil fuel burning appliance WARNING: This FireAngel carbon monoxide detector is not a combustible gas detector, nor a smoke detector. Please install the proper detectors to detect combustible gases, or smoke.
- Page 8 This CO detector should not be seen as a substitute for the proper installation, use and maintenance of fuel-burning appliances (including appropriate ventilation and exhaust systems), nor the sweeping of chimneys. WARNING: Variables relating to your fuel burning appliances can change at any point eg. the flue or chimney could suddenly become blocked or damaged, appliances may stop running correctly or circumstances in neighbouring properties may change resulting in the...
- Page 9 Always: • Buy appliances accepted by a recognised testing laboratory • Install appliances according to the manufacturer’s instructions • Have appliance installations carried out by professionals (for gas appliances engineers should be registered on the Gas Safe register) • Have your appliances checked regularly by a qualified service engineer • Have your chimneys and flues cleaned professionally every year • Make regular visual inspections of all fuel-burning appliances • Open windows when a fireplace or oil/solid fuel cooker is in use • Only install CO detectors that meet the requirements of EN 50291-1: 2010 and EN 50291-2: 2010 in your home • Be aware of CO poisoning symptoms (see page 6 - 7) EDUCATE YOURSELF AND YOUR FAMILY ON THE...
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Page 10: Where To Install Your Detector
WHERE TO INSTALL YOUR DETECTOR This CO alarm is suitable for use in domestic premises (caravan holiday homes), caravans and motor caravans. The following advice is applicable to all intended applications, there are special instructions at the end of this section relating to positioning in caravan holiday homes, caravans and motor caravans. WARNING: This detector will only indicate the presence of carbon monoxide gas at the sensor. Carbon monoxide gas may be present in other areas. - Page 11 However, if there is a fuel burning appliance in more than one room and the number of apparatus is limited, the following points should be considered when deciding where best to put the apparatus: • Locate the apparatus in a room containing a flueless or open-flued appliance, and • Locate apparatus in a room where the occupant(s) spend most time. • If the domestic premises is a bedsit (a single room serving as both sitting and bedroom) then the apparatus should be put 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 (for example a boiler room), the apparatus should be put just outside the room so that the alarm may be heard more easily. Alternatively, a remote alarm siren may be connected to a type A apparatus located in a room(s) containing a fuel-burning appliance.
- Page 12 located on the same side of the partition as the potential source c Carbon monoxide detectors in rooms with sloped ceilings should be located at the high side of the room. In addition to the above the following must be observed: If the apparatus is located on a wall: a it should be located close to the ceiling; b it should be located at a height greater than the height of any door or window;...
- Page 13 • Next to a door or window • Next to an extractor fan • Next to an air vent or other similar ventilation openings • In an area where the temperature may drop below -10°C or exceed 40°C • Where dirt and dust may block the sensor • In a damp or humid location (for example in a bathroom) • In the immediate vicinity of the cooking appliance • Within 1m (3 feet) of mobile phones Caravans Caravans may have additional risks of carbon monoxide ingress through air vents due to the nearby presence of other vehicles, engines, generators or barbecues, however this does not change the basic guidance on location of the alarm.
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Page 14: How To Install Your Detector
fitting an apparatus in such situations, the two most important considerations when selecting an appropriate location are: • Not mounting the apparatus directly above a source of heat or steam; and • Mounting the apparatus at a distance of 1 – 3 m from the nearest edge of the potential source. HOW TO INSTALL YOUR DETECTOR NOTE: This apparatus should be installed by a competent person who feels able to install it according to the instructions. Firstly write the installation date on your detector in the area provided. - Page 15 WARNING: When placing on a shelf, please adhere to the same positional recommendations as described on pages 10,11 and 12. Drill hole spacing 66mm...
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Page 16: Power Pack Activation
POWER PACK ACTIVATION See diagram opposite a Your detector comes complete with an integrated power pack that will provide power for its entire operational life. To activate the power pack you need to pull the disabling tab (see image). This will in turn pull out the metal disabling clip, which is attached to the end of the tab, from the disabling socket which is situated on the underside of the detector. Retain the disabling tab for future use by taping it to page 35 of this manual b When the detector is activated the Power LED will begin to flash green once every minute to indicate that the detector... - Page 17 Under normal operating conditions, the power pack will last for the lifetime of the product ie. 10 years. The detector will not protect against the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning when the power pack has drained. WARNING: Prolonged exposure to extreme high or low temperatures may reduce the life of the power pack.
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Page 18: Power Pack Deactivation
POWER PACK DEACTIVATION Your CO-9X-10 is portable, making it ideal for taking with you on holiday. You will need to deactivate your detector when travelling or even when storing e.g. when decorating. Fitting is the reverse of removal. To deactivate the detector the two ends of the metal clip must be inserted into the corresponding holes in the disabling socket located on the underside of the detector (see image). -
Page 19: Operating Features
OPERATING FEATURES Your FireAngel detector offers many features which set it apart from other CO detectors on the market today: Test/Reset button feature This button will: • Test the sounder, power pack and circuitry • Allows you to test the sensor by introducing a source of CO into the detector (see ‘Testing The Sensor’ below) • Silence the loud 85dB (at 1 metre (3 feet)) sounder during an alarm (only for alarms due to levels of CO of less than 50ppm). - Page 20 Alternative sources of smoke, for example an extinguished candle or match, will not contain sufficient levels of carbon monoxide to obtain a response from the detector during this test. Please note your CO detector will not detect smoke. CAUTION: Sensor testing should only be performed by a responsible adult.
- Page 21 Step 3 Light a cigarette or an incense stick using a match or lighter. If using an incense stick be sure to blow out the flame so that the incense stick is smouldering. Extinguish the lighter, or put out the match and place it into a dish of water. Step 4 Turn the detector on its side so that the vents on the right hand side of the detector are pointing downwards (see diagram on next page). Hold the burning cigarette or incense stick 15 cm (6 inches) below the detector, so that the smoke enters the vents on the side of the detector.
- Page 22 The Fault LED will no longer flash yellow and the detector will go back to normal operating mode ie. the Power LED will flash green once every minute (it may take up to two minutes of exposure to the smoke for the localised level of carbon monoxide within the sensor to reach over 50ppm). Now move the source of CO away from the detector as the test is finished. Step 5 After step 4, put out the incense stick or cigarette by placing it into a dish of water. Ensure that all flames have been extinguished. 15cm (6”)
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Page 23: Understanding The Product'sindicators
NOTE: If the localised carbon monoxide level within the sensor does not reach 50ppm during the test, the sensor test will stop automatically after 3 minutes. UNDERSTANDING THE PRODUCT’S INDICATORS The higher the concentration of carbon monoxide detected by the detector, the quicker it will respond. When sufficient carbon monoxide is detected a loud audible signal (85 dB at 1m (3 feet)) will be emitted and the Alarm LED will flash red once every second. - Page 24 (under normal operating conditions). The sensor life is ten years. For this reason, the detector should be replaced after ten years from the date of installation. FireAngel Technical Support Line 9.00am–5.00pm, Monday–Friday. Telephone: 0800 141 2561 UK Textphone Users Telephone: 18001 0800 141 2561 EIRE dial: 1-800 523171 e-mail: technicalsupport@fireangel.co.uk...
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Page 25: Maintaining / Testing Your Detector
MAINTAINING / TESTING YOUR DETECTOR Maintenance Your detector will alert you to potentially hazardous CO concentrations in your home when maintained properly. To maintain your FireAngel detector in proper working order, and to ensure that the sensor will last for the lifetime of the product, it is recommended that you: • Test the sounder, power pack and circuitry of your detector at least once per week by pressing the Test/Reset button briefly (see page 19-22) • Perform the Sensor Test annually (see page 19-22) • Keep the detector free of dust by gently vacuuming the case with a soft brush attachment as required. To prevent the possibility of contaminating the sensor in your detector and thus affecting its reliability: • Never use cleaning solutions on your detector. Simply... -
Page 26: What To Do In The Event Of An Alarm
the following in close proximity to the alarm; oils, cleaning fluids, polishes, paints and greases. • Move the detector to a safe location and store in a plastic bag before painting, wall papering, or performing any other activities using substances that emit strong fumes. Remember to remove it from the bag and replace the detector when these activities are finished. Failure of any test should be reported to the Technical Support Team (see page 33 for contact details). Do not attempt to repair your CO detector. - Page 27 What to do during an alarm • Keep calm and open the doors and windows to ventilate the property • Stop using all fuel burning appliances and ensure, if possible, that they are turned off • Evacuate the property leaving the doors and windows open • Ring your gas or other fuel supplier on their emergency number; keep the number in a prominent place Write your fuel supplier’s emergency number here (see page 28 for more useful numbers): • Do not re-enter the property until the alarm has stopped. When exposed to fresh air it can take up to 10 minutes for the sensor to clear and the alarm to stop depending on the level of carbon monoxide detected • Get medical help immediately for anyone suffering the effects of carbon monoxide poisoning (headache,...
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Page 28: Useful Numbers
USEFUL NUMBERS National Gas Emergency Service 0800 111 999 (24 Hours) Gas Safe register 0800 408 5500 Solid Fuel Association Advisory service for domestic and solid fuel appliances 0845 601 4406 HETAS Trade association for solid fuel engineers 0845 223 3033 OFTEC Trade association for Oil Fired Appliance engineers 0845 658 5080... -
Page 29: Technical Information
Operating Humidity Range: 30 - 90% RH Weight: 90 grams (3.2oz) Certified to: EN 50291-1,2: 2010 This FireAngel carbon monoxide detector is designed to continuously monitor for CO. Its response times meet the requirements of the European standard EN 50291-1: 2010 and EN 50291-2: 2010. The alarm will sound: • Between 60 and 90 minutes when exposed to 50ppm of CO • Between 10 and 40 minutes when exposed to 100ppm... -
Page 30: Disposal
WARNING: APPARATUS CONFORMING TO THIS STANDARD MAY NOT PROTECT PEOPLE WHO ARE AT SPECIAL RISK FROM CARBON MONOXIDE EXPOSURE BY REASON OF AGE, PREGNANCY OR MEDICAL CONDITION. IF IN DOUBT, CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR. CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTOR SUBSTITUTE FOR A SMOKE ALARM OR A COMBUSTIBLE GAS DETECTOR. -
Page 31: 10 Year Warranty
10 (ten) year period commencing from the date of purchase Sprue Safety Products Ltd, at its discretion, agrees to replace the unit free of charge. The warranty on any replacement FireAngel CO-9X-10 10 Year Life Carbon Monoxide Poisonous Gas Alarm will last for the remainder of the period of the original warranty in respect of the detector originally purchased – that... - Page 32 Warranty disclaimers This warranty does not cover damage resulting from accident, misuse, disassembly, abuse or lack of reasonable care of the product, or applications not in accordance with the user manual. It does not cover events and conditions outside of Sprue Safety Products Ltd’s control, such as Acts of God (fire, severe weather etc). It does not apply to retail stores, service centres or any distributors or agents. Sprue Safety Products Ltd will not recognise any changes to this warranty by third parties.
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Page 33: Returns
If there is a fault that we are unable to resolve then our Technical Support Team member will provide you with a returns authority number so that your product can be returned for testing. To return your FireAngel CO-9X-10 under warranty, send it suitably packed and with the power pack deactivated (see page 18 ) with postage prepaid; a note indicating the returns... -
Page 34: Product Range
PRODUCT RANGE Sprue Safety Products manufactures extensive range home safety products including smoke alarms, carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguishers and remote sounding devices. For more details visit www.sprue.com... - Page 35 STORE DISABLING TAB HERE Tape disabling tab here for future use...
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Can you change the battery in a CO-9X-10 carbon monoxide alarm
No, the battery in the FireAngel CO-9X-10 carbon monoxide alarm cannot be changed. It has a sealed power pack designed to last for the 10-year life of the product.
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