FireAngel Carbon Monoxide Detector Instructions
- June 7, 2024
- FireAngel
Table of Contents
FireAngel Carbon Monoxide Detector
The original English version of the manual, from which these translations were taken, has been independently approved. In case of discrepancy with translated parts, Sprue Safety Products Ltd confirms that the English guide is true and correct.
Positioning
This CO alarm is suitable to use in domestic premises (caravan holiday homes),
caravans, motor caravans & boats.
NOTE: This alarm must be installed by a competent person, able to install
according to the instructions.
Where in the room should I place the alarm?
Alarms located in the same room as a fuel-burning appliance should be:
- at a horizontal distance of between 1m & 3m from the potential source.
- located on the same side of a partition as the potential source.
- located at the high side of the room, if sloped ceilings are present. If on a wall the alarm should be:
- close to the ceiling;
- at a height greater than any door or window;
- at least 150mm from the ceiling. If the alarm is on the ceiling it should be at least 300mm from any wall & any ceiling obstruction e.g. light fittings Additional alarms may be installed to ensure that adequate warning is given for occupants in other rooms, by locating alarms in:
- Remote rooms in which the occupant(s) spend considerable time whilst awake and from which they may not be able to hear an alarm from apparatus in another part of the premises, and;
- Every sleeping room.
Alarms located in sleeping rooms and in rooms remote from a fuel-burning appliance should be located relatively close to the breathing zone of the occupants.
Caravans & Boats
Caravans & boats have additional risks due to the presence of other vehicles, engines, generators or barbecues, however this does not change the basic guidance on locating the alarm. Caravans & boats should have an alarm in the same room as any fuel-burning appliance, located in accordance with advice above. If the caravan has a single living space, one alarm is sufficient. However, any sleeping accommodation which is in a separate room from the fuel- burning appliance should also contain an alarm. The two most important considerations when positioning your alarm are:
- Not to place the alarm directly above a source of heat or steam;
- Positioning the alarm at a distance of 1 – 3 m from the nearest edge of the potential source.
Deactivating your alarm
If you are travelling or storing your alarm, the unit can be deactivated by
refitting the disabling tag into the small holes on the underside of the
alarm. You can check the product is disabled by pressing the test button.
Store the disabling tag on page 71 of this manual.
How Carbon Monoxide Can Affect You & Your Family
The following symptoms may be related to CO poisoning which all household
members should be aware of:
- Mild Exposure: Slight headache, vomiting, fatigue (often described as ‘flu-like’ symptoms).
- Medium Exposure: Severe throbbing headache, drowsiness, confusion, fast heart rate.
- Extreme Exposure: Unconsciousness, convulsions, cardiorespiratory failure, death.
- Your CO alarm monitors levels of CO as parts per million (ppm) in the air surrounding the detector. 35ppm The maximum allowable concentration for continuous exposure for healthy adults in any 8 hour period, as recommended by the Occupational Safety & Health Administration 200ppm Slight headache, fatigue, dizziness, nausea after 2 – 3 hours. 400ppm Frontal headaches within 1 – 2 hours, life threatening after 3 hours. 800ppm Dizziness, nausea & convulsions within 45 minutes. Unconsciousness within 2 hours. Death within 2 – 3 hours.
- If you suspect CO may be affecting you, open the doors & windows to ventilate. Turn off your appliances & leave the premises.
Common Sources of CO
- Oil & gas boilers
- Portable generators
- Oil or solid fuel cookers
- Gas or paraffin heaters
- Barbecues
- Clogged chimneys
- Wood or gas fireplaces
- Cigarette smoke
- Gas appliances
- Any fossil fuel-burning appliance
This CO alarm should not be seen as a substitute for the proper installation, use & maintenance of fuel-burning appliances (including appropriate ventilation & exhaust systems), nor the sweeping of chimneys.
What To Do In The Event Of An Alarm
WARNING: A loud alarm is a warning that potentially lethal levels of
carbon monoxide are present. Never ignore this alarm, further exposure can be
fatal. Immediately check residents for symptoms of CO poisoning. Contact the
proper authorities to resolve all CO problems.
- Keep calm; open doors & windows to ventilate the property.
- Stop using all fuel-burning appliances & if possible, turn them off.
- Evacuate the property, leaving doors & windows open.
- Ring your fuel supplier on their emergency number. Write their number here:
- Depending on the level of CO detected, it can take up to 10 minutes to clear the sensor and the alarm to stop. Do not re-enter the property until the alarm has stopped.
- Get medical help immediately for anyone suffering the effects of CO poisoning (headache, nausea), and advise that carbon monoxide poisoning is suspected.
- Do not use appliances again until they have been checked by an expert.
Understanding the Product’s Indicators
The higher the concentration of CO detected, the quicker the alarm will
respond. When sufficient CO is detected a loud audible signal of 4 chirps
repeated (85 dB at 1m/3 feet) will sound & the Alarm LED will flash red every
5 seconds. The alarm will sound: Between 60 & 90 mins when exposed to 50ppm of
CO. Between 10 & 40 mins when exposed to 100ppm of CO. Within 3 mins when
exposed to 300ppm or more of CO.
Fault / End of Life Signal:
The alarm constantly checks the settings of its sensor & circuitry. If the
battery power is low, the alarm will chirp once per minute & the Fault LED
will flash amber. If the amber LED flashes at a separate time from the chirp,
a fault is indicated.
IMPORTANT: If you experience an error condition or low battery warning
and the product is still within warranty then contact Customer Support. If the
product is no longer in warranty replace immediately.
Sleep Easy
Your alarm will still detect CO during the Sleep Easy mode but you must
replace your alarm within 7 days.
Technical Information
Sensor Life: 10 Years – Replace unit after 10 years of operation
Alarm Sound Level: 85dB at 1m/3 feet
Battery Life: 10 years under normal operating conditions
Temperature Range: -10ºC (14ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF)
Operating Humidity Range: 30 – 90% RH
Certified to: This carbon monoxide alarm is designed to continuously
monitor for CO. Its response times meet the requirements of the European
standard EN 50291-1: 2010 & EN 50291-2: 2010.
WARNING: Alarms conforming to this standard may not protect people who
are at additional risk from CO exposure due to age, pregnancy or medical
condition. If in doubt, consult your doctor. A carbon monoxide alarm is not a
substitute for a smoke alarm or a combustible gas detector.
WARNING: Prolonged exposure to the alarm, near to your ears may damage
your hearing. Prolonged exposure to extreme high or low temperatures may
reduce the life of the batteries.
Maintenance: If installing in a caravan or boat there may be other
substances present, that could affect the reliability of the CO alarm. Avoid
using the following near the alarm; oils, cleaning fluids, polishes, paints &
greases.
Disposal
In accordance with the WEEE Directive 2012/19/EU, waste electrical products
should not be disposed of with regular household waste. The alarm should be
deactivated before disposal. If the disabling tab is no longer available, then
the clip can be replicated.
Warranty
Who is covered? This warranty covers the original purchaser of the NM-CO-10X-
INT product only.
How long does the warranty last? This warranty remains in force for 10
years from the date of purchase.
What does this warranty cover? This warranty covers defects in material
or workmanship.
What does this warranty not cover? This warranty does not cover damage
resulting from accidents, misuse, disassembly, abuse or lack of reasonable
care of the product; nor does it cover events or conditions outside of Sprue’s
control, such as Acts of God (fire, severe weather etc). This warranty does
not cover the batteries which are considered user-replaceable parts.
Customer Support: For returns, please deliver the product, along with
proof of purchase to Sprue Safety Products, Vanguard Centre, Sir William Lyons
Road, Coventry, CV4 7EZ.
Full warranty details can be found online at:
www.fireangel.eu