B15583/R0/204EN&205EN/U&C 8/6/06 1:54 PM Page 1 BATTERY POWERED CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM Model Ei 204EN - STANDARD Model Ei 205EN - WITH MEMORY Model Ei 205ENA - WITH MEMORY & SEALED IN BATTERIES Model Ei 205CEN - WITH MEMORY & INTERCONNECT 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.
B15583/R0/204EN&205EN/U&C 8/6/06 1:54 PM Page 2 CONTENTS Page 1 READ THIS FIRST 3 2 WHAT TO DO WHEN THE CO ALARM SOUNDS 4 3 CARBON MONOXIDE - THE SILENT KILLER! 5 4 WHERE TO PLACE CARBON MONOXIDE ALARMS 10 5 INSTALLATION 15 6 TESTING & MONITORING YOUR CO ALARM 19 7 MAINTAINANCE 21 8 LIMITATIONS OF CARBON MONOXIDE ALARMS 22 9 HOW TO PROTECT YOUR FAMILY 24 10 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 26 11 GETTING YOUR CARBON MONOXIDE ALARMS SERVICED 28 12 GUARANTEES 28 13 TROUBLESHOOTIN
B15583/R0/204EN&205EN/U&C 8/6/06 1:54 PM Page 3 1. READ THIS FIRST Power up the unit by smoothly withdrawing the red “pull” tab at the top left hand corner of the unit. If the batteries are supplied separately install the three AA batteries by sliding the upper cover off as shown in figure 5a page 15. The green, red & amber lights will immediately flash in sequence to show they are working - this is normal.
B15583/R0/204EN&205EN/U&C 8/6/06 1:54 PM Page 4 ? When the CO Alarm detects abnormal levels of CO (above 50ppm CO) the red light starts to flash immediately and the horn will sound within 90 minutes. At higher levels of CO the alarm will turn on sooner (see table B - page 8). ? The CO Alarm will automatically reset once the CO has cleared. Pressing the test/hush button resets the CO Alarm immediately (below 300ppm CO).
B15583/R0/204EN&205EN/U&C 8/6/06 1:54 PM Page 5 (5) Ring your gas or other fuel supplier on their emergency number. Keep the number in a prominent place. (6) Do not re-enter the property until the alarm has stopped. (If the alarm has been silenced by pressing the test/hush button, wait at least 5 minutes so the alarm can check that the CO has cleared). (7) Do not use the fuel appliances again until they have been checked by an expert.
B15583/R0/204EN&205EN/U&C 8/6/06 1:54 PM Page 6 High levels of CO in a house can be caused by: • Incorrectly or poorly installed fuel-burning appliances. • Blocked or cracked chimneys/flues. • Blocked vents or draught-proofing which makes areas with fuel burning appliances or fireplaces airtight. • Engines of cars, lawnmowers etc. left running in confined spaces. • Portable paraffin or gas heaters in badly ventilated rooms. 3.
B15583/R0/204EN&205EN/U&C 8/6/06 1:54 PM Page 7 Many cases of reported Carbon Monoxide poisoning indicate that while victims are aware they are not well, they become so disorientated that they are unable to save themselves by either leaving the building or calling for assistance. Young children and household pets may be the first affected.
B15583/R0/204EN&205EN/U&C 8/6/06 1:54 PM Page 8 3.3 What happens when your CO Alarm detects Carbon Monoxide ? When the Alarm detects potentally dangerous levels of CO, it flashes the red alarm light immediately and then sounds a loud alarm if the CO persists. Table B below shows how the CO Alarm reacts to different levels of CO gas and exposure time. At higher levels of CO the alarm turns on sooner. The rate of flashing of the red light indicates the level of CO.
B15583/R0/204EN&205EN/U&C 8/6/06 1:54 PM Page 9 NEVER IGNORE THE ALARM. Pre-Alarm: When the alarm detects over 50ppm CO the red light flashes every 2 seconds. This helps locate CO leaks as the unit gives an indication straight away. (Without this feature the CO level would need to be at 50ppm CO for 90 minutes for an indication to be given). Note the Pre-Alarm signal may be triggered by CO coming for example, from cooking with gas, from car engines or from nearby barbecues.
B15583/R0/204EN&205EN/U&C 8/6/06 1:54 PM Page 10 Reset Memory by holding down the test button for over 20 seconds until the red light stops flashing. Cover the horn with a cloth to muffle the alarm during this time. Please note that the memory will also be reset when the unit is unpowered. 4. WHERE TO PLACE CO ALARMS 4.
B15583/R0/204EN&205EN/U&C 8/6/06 1:54 PM Page 11 4.2 Unsuitable Locations Do not place the CO Alarm in any of the following areas. (1) In the immediate vicinity of a cooking appliance (keep it at least 1 metre horizontally from it). (2) Outside the building. (3) In an enclosed space (e.g. in or below a cupboard). (4) In a damp or humid area. (5) Directly above a sink or cooker. (6) Next to a door, window, air vent or anywhere that it would be affected by draughts.
B15583/R0/204EN&205EN/U&C 8/6/06 1:54 PM Page 12 4.31 If locating the CO alarm in a room with a fuel burning appliance (see figure 2) • If it is mounted on a wall, it should be located at a height greater than the height of any door or window but still be at least 150mm from the ceiling. • 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.
B15583/R0/204EN&205EN/U&C 8/6/06 1:54 PM Page 13 300mm CO Alarm 150mm 1 to 3 m DEAD AIR DON'T LOCATE HERE 1 to 3 m Figure 2.
B15583/R0/204EN&205EN/U&C 8/6/06 1:54 PM 300 mm Page 14 CO Alarm CO Alarm about 1 to 2m Figure 3. Location in rooms with sloped ceilings, the CO alarm should be located at the high side of the room 14 Figure 4. Location in bedrooms & other rooms remote from the appliance (i.e.
B15583/R0/204EN&205EN/U&C 8/6/06 1:54 PM Page 15 5. INSTALLATION WARNING: 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. 5.1 INSTALLATION PROCEDURE Once you have selected a suitable location, power up the unit by smoothly withdrawing the red “PULL” tab at the top left hand corner of the alarm, (see Figure 5b).
B15583/R0/204EN&205EN/U&C 8/6/06 1:54 PM Page 16 Mark the position of the two mounting holes by using the unit as a template. Drill two holes using a 6mm drill for the plastic plugs supplied, (ensure you don’t drill into the house wiring). Screw the unit to the wall. CUT THIS WIRE AT THE END OF LIFE TO STOP BEEPS (Ei205ENA only) Check that the CO Alarm can be heard in all the bedrooms. If not another CO Alarm should be located nearer the bedrooms. Model: Ei205ENA Figure 5b 5.
B15583/R0/204EN&205EN/U&C 8/6/06 1:54 PM Page 17 (Note: The Ei205EN, Ei205ENA & Ei205CEN are supplied with 2 locking rivets. Insert the other locking rivet similarly after removing the other post). POST PUSH OUTWARDS Figure 7 Figure 6 5.3 INTERCONNECTING (Model Ei205CEN only) Up to 12 Ei 205CEN Carbon Monoxide Alarms can be interconnected so that when one senses CO, all alarm. This helps to ensure that the alarm will be heard throughout the dwelling.
B15583/R0/204EN&205EN/U&C 8/6/06 1:54 PM Page 18 1. Slide off the battery cover as shown in Figure 5a. 2. On the first unit connect twin core cable to the terminals marked 1 and 2 as shown in Figure 8 and bring the cable out through the hole above the terminal block. 3. If they are being surface wired, break one of the three knockouts on the rear side wall. (We do not recommend bringing the wires out the top as cable conduit can prevent the battery box opening). 1 1 2 2 Figure 8 4.
B15583/R0/204EN&205EN/U&C 8/6/06 1:54 PM Page 19 6. 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. It will also help you and your family to become familiar with the sound of the alarm. Press and hold the test button until the alarm sounds (it may take up to 5 seconds) and the green or red light flashes. The alarm will stop sounding shortly after the button is released.
B15583/R0/204EN&205EN/U&C 8/6/06 1:54 PM Page 20 (The batteries will usually last over 4 years in standby under normal conditions. An undepleted battery can power a unit in alarm for over 100 hours. The life will be reduced if the unit regularly goes into alarm or if it is exposed to excessive temperatures for long periods). Amber Fault Indicator If the unit beeps and the amber light flashes simultaneously every 45 seconds the self-checking circuitry may have detected a fault.
B15583/R0/204EN&205EN/U&C 8/6/06 1:54 PM Page 21 How to distinguish between CO Alarm and Smoke Alarm warnings The CO Alarm has a distinctive on-off sound of 3 pulses, followed by a pause as compared with a typical Smoke Alarm which has a rapid pulsing sound. In addition, when your CO Alarm detects CO the red light will be flashing. Testing both your CO Alarm and Smoke Alarms weekly will help you and your family to clearly distinguish between them in an emergency. 7.
B15583/R0/204EN&205EN/U&C 8/6/06 1:54 PM Page 22 End of Life When the unit has completed up to 6 years of operation the amber light will flash every 40 seconds. The entire unit must then be replaced. It must also be replaced when the date on the “Replace Unit by” label on the side wall is exceeded. When the battery is depleted the unit will beep every 45 seconds when the green light flashes. The beeps on an Ei205EN or Ei205CEN CO Alarm only may be silenced by cutting the wire situated under the cover.
B15583/R0/204EN&205EN/U&C 8/6/06 1:54 PM Page 23 (2) Carbon Monoxide must enter the unit for it to be detected. There may be Carbon Monoxide in other areas of the house (e.g. downstairs, in a closed room etc). but not in the vicinity of the CO Alarm. Doors, air draughts and obstructions can prevent the CO reaching the Alarm. For these reasons we recommend. CO Alarms are fitted both near and in bedrooms, particularly if bedroom doors are closed at night.
B15583/R0/204EN&205EN/U&C 8/6/06 1:54 PM Page 24 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 combustible gases. Fit combustion gas alarms to detect these.
B15583/R0/204EN&205EN/U&C 8/6/06 1:54 PM Page 25 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.
B15583/R0/204EN&205EN/U&C (9) 8/6/06 1:54 PM Page 26 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.
B15583/R0/204EN&205EN/U&C 8/6/06 1:54 PM Page 27 Testing with CO : The red light flashes (as per Table B) within 10 seconds of unit detecting CO. Initialisation Time : 70 seconds. On power up red and amber lights flash momentarily to show they are operational. Operating Temperature : -10°C to 40°C Humidity Range : 15% to 95% R.H. (non-condensing) Audible Alarm Self Diagnostics : 85dB(A) at 3m minimum : Horn beep and amber fault light flashes every 40 seconds if a sensor fault is found.
B15583/R0/204EN&205EN/U&C 8/6/06 End of Life Indication: 1:54 PM Page 28 Amber light flashes every 45 seconds after 6 years to show the unit must be replaced. Dimensions : 135 x 105 x 71 mm. Weight : 260g. 11. 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 ensured that it has good batteries connected (‘pull’ tag should be removed), return it for repair or replacement.
B15583/R0/204EN&205EN/U&C 8/6/06 1:54 PM Page 29 These guarantees only apply to normal conditions of use and service, and do not include damage resulting from accident, neglect, misuse, unauthorised dismantling, or contamination howsoever caused. These guarantees exclude incidental and consequential damage.
B15583/R0/204EN&205EN/U&C 8/6/06 1:54 PM Page 30 13. TROUBLESHOOTING ALARM DOES NOT WORK WITH THE TEST BUTTON: (1) Hold button down firmly for at least 5 seconds. (2) Check the ‘pull’ tag is removed and/or the batteries are correctly connected. (3) Replace batteries (if they are accessible). ALARM BEEPS EVERY 45 SECONDS: If the Alarm beeps every 45 seconds and green light flashes at the same time, then the unit must be replaced if the ‘Replace by’ date on the side wall has been exceeded.
B15583/R0/204EN&205EN/U&C 8/6/06 1:54 PM Page 31 (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 (see section 11 “Getting the CO Alarm Serviced”).
B15583/R0/204EN&205EN/U&C 8/6/06 1:54 PM Page 32 Ei Electronics Shannon, Co. Clare, Ireland. Tel: (061) 471277 Fax: (061) 471053 E-mail. helpdesk@eiltd.ie www.eielectronics.com 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.