Ei Electronics Carbon Monoxide Alarm Ei206D, User Manual

Page 1: ...operation and installation The leaflet should be regarded as part of the product If you are just installing the unit the leaflet must be given to the householder The leaflet is to be given to any sub...

Page 2: ...MS INSTALLING YOUR CARBON MONOXIDE ALARMS TESTING MAINTAINING YOUR CARBON MONOXIDE ALARMS MAINTAINING CARBON MONOXIDE ALARMS LIMITATIONS OF CARBON MONOXIDE ALARMS HOW TO PROTECT YOUR FAMILY TECHNICAL...

Page 3: ...n the ceiling 300mm from walls and between 1m to 3m horizontally from appliance In rooms remote from the appliance install at breath level where the light indicators can be seen Test the unit weekly b...

Page 4: ...cy 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...

Page 5: ...rly according to the manufacturer s instructions Do not fit alarm until all building work is completed to avoid contamination 2 CARBON MONOXIDE THE SILENT KILLER 2 1 What is Carbon Monoxide Congratula...

Page 6: ...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 badl...

Page 7: ...eriod according to OSHA 150 Slight headache after 1 5 hours 200 Slight headache fatigue dizziness nausea after 2 3 hours 400 Frontal headaches within 1 2 hours life threatening after 3 hours also maxi...

Page 8: ...nless it has been in alarm see CO Alarm Memory below If your CO Alarm sounds follow the instructions on page 2 When ventilation is provided by leaving the window and doors open the CO build up may hav...

Page 9: ...ted CO in your absence and helps to detect and locate leaks monitor premises etc Also when the test button is pressed the horn will sound and the red light will only flash if the unit has previously d...

Page 10: ...O Alarm in this room and Locate a CO alarm in a room containing a flueless or open flued appliance and Locate an alarm in a room where the occupant s spend most of their time e g sitting room and In a...

Page 11: ...low 10 C or rise above 40 C 10 Where dirt or dust could block the sensor 11 Where it could be easily knocked or damaged or where it could be accidentally turned off or removed 12 In a bathroom or othe...

Page 12: ...tition as the potential source In rooms with sloped ceilings the CO alarm should be located at the high side of the room see fig 3 3 4 If locating the CO alarm in a bedroom or in rooms remote from a f...

Page 13: ...11 300mm 150mm 1 to 3 m 1 to 3 m DEAD AIR DON T LOCATE HERE CO Alarm Figure 2 Location in room with a fuel burning appliance B16204 R0 206D UC ENG 20 6 08 3 49 PM Page 13...

Page 14: ...m Figure 4 Location in bedroom rooms remote from the appliance i e at breathing level Figure 3 Location in rooms with sloped ceilings the CO alarm should be located at the high side of the room B16204...

Page 15: ...normal 4 Carefully align the mounting plate to the wall or ceiling selected Mark the position of the two mounting holes using the mounting plate as a template Drill two holes with a 5mm drill for the...

Page 16: ...ing the CO Alarm from the mounting plate BASE OF UNIT 9V Battery SENSOR MODULE Ei261MEN REPLACEABLE SENSOR MODULE BATTERY SNAPS BATTERY Figure 6 Connect the battery to the battery snaps B16204 R0 206D...

Page 17: ...it may take up to 5 seconds The alarm will stop sounding shortly after the button is released If there is a problem follow the checklist below The red light will flash if it has detected CO and been...

Page 18: ...conditions An undepleted battery can power a unit in alarm for over 10 hours The life will be reduced if the unit regularly goes into alarm or if it is exposed to excessive temperatures for long peri...

Page 19: ...and Smoke Alarms weekly will help you and your family to clearly distinguish between them in an emergency 6 MAINTAINING YOUR CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM Clean the outside case by occasionally wiping with a...

Page 20: ...ur nearest module supplier 4 Carefully align the module including the connector pins and push firmly home 5 Remove the REPLACE SENSOR BY label on the side of the alarm 6 Slide the alarm back on to the...

Page 21: ...of their time and in rooms with potential sources of CO gas 3 The CO Alarm may not be heard The sound output is loud but it may not be heard behind a closed door or if it is too far away Interconnect...

Page 22: ...ng CO levels but we do not guarantee that this will protect everyone from CO poisoning 6 CO Alarms are not suitable as early warning Fire Alarms Some fires produce Carbon Monoxide but the response cha...

Page 23: ...e the air comes from and ensure vents air bricks etc remain unobstructed particularly after building work 4 The appliances must also breathe out the waste gases including the CO usually through a flue...

Page 24: ...BS EN 50270 Compatibility 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 contin...

Page 25: ...rm level detected The memory is cleared by holding down the test button until the red light stops flashing takes approx 20 seconds When the test button is pressed the display shows the highest CO leve...

Page 26: ...rm was purchased and the date of purchase 11 GUARANTEE Ei Electronics guarantees the Ei206D Carbon Monoxide excluding the battery for two years from date of purchase against any defects that are due t...

Page 27: ...n for 1 minute to reset the unit Re connect the battery and re check If problem persists replace the unit ALARM SOUNDS FOR NO APPARENT REASON Follow the detailed instructions entitled What to do when...

Page 28: ...been operating for 6 years the sensor must be replaced If the sensor has already been replaced and the amber light is flashing replace the entire unit see the replace unit by date on sidewall Ei Elec...