following substances can damage the sensor, which often results in a false alarm:
methane, propane, isopropyl butane, ethylene, ethanol, alcohol, isopropyl alcohol,
benzene, toluene, ethyl acetate, hydrogen, hydrogen sulfate and sulfur dioxide.
Also aerosol sprays, alcoholic products, paint, solvents, adhesive, hair spray,
aftershave, perfume and certain cleaning agents can cause damage.
What to do in the event of an alarm
In the event the CO alarm raises an alarm: Immediately move to fresh air outdoor
or open all doors/windows to ventilate the area and allow the carbon monoxide to
disperse. Where possible turn off fuel burning appliance. Evacuate the building
and do not re-enter the premises nor move away from the open door/window until
emergency services responders have arrived, the premises have been aired out,
and your alarm remains in its normal condition. Seek medical help immediately
for anyone suffering from the symptoms of headache, drowsiness, nausea, etc.
Do not use the appliances again until they have been checked by a qualified
technician and the fault located and cleared. This product is not designed for
use in a recreational vehicle or mobile home. The alarm should be installed by
a competent person. This apparatus is designed to protect individuals from the
acute effects of carbon monoxide exposure. It will not fully safeguard individuals
with specific medical conditions. If in doubt consult a medical practitioner.
The installation of this CO alarm should not be used as a substitute for proper
installation, use and maintenance of fuel burning appliances including appropriate
ventilation and exhaust systems.
TECHNICAL DATA
Power Source 1x DC 3V CR123A lithium battery
Sensor Type Electrochemical sensor
Type of Gas sensed Carbon Monoxide
Sensor Lifetime 10 Year
Alarm activation 30 ppm ( no alarm within 120 min)
50 ppm (Between 60-90 min)
100 ppm (Between 10-40 min)
300 ppm (Within < 3 min)
Operation Temperature -10°C~40°C (storage: -20°~50°C ± 2°C)
Ambient Humidity Humidity = ≤95% RH (storage ≤95%
RH)
Horn Level >85 Decibels at 3 meter
Battery Life 10 Year
OPERATING INSTRUCTION
LCD Display content Meaning Phenomenon
description
Product preheating LCD will display
countdown for 120
seconds, the green
indicator light flash per
2 seconds.
Normal mode The green indicator
light flash once per 40
seconds.
Alarm mode The buzzer sounds 4
times continuously. Red
lights flash. At the same
time, the LCD screen
displays the real-time
concentration
Overrange Carbon monoxide
levels are out of range
Test mode LCD display
“000ppm”,the indicators
blink red, green, yellow
and red, the buzzer
buzzes.
Sensor fault The yellow indicator
light flash twice per 40
seconds with buzzer
buzzes twice when
there is fault, LCD
display “Err”. Press the
self-check button and a
fault prompt will appear
immediately.
Battery low voltage The yellow indicator
light flash once per 40
seconds with buzzer
buzzes once when low
battery voltage, LCD
display blank battery
level, need to replace
the battery at once.
fan.
• Outside the building.
• Directly above a sink or cooker.
• In areas where there are a lot of lampback and dust which will block up the
sensor.
• In too damp areas.
Caution: This carbon monoxide alarm is designed for indoor use only. Do not
expose to rain or moisture. It will not protect against the risk of carbon monoxide
poisoning when the battery has drained. Do not open or tamper with the alarm as
this could cause malfunction and risk of electric shock.
INSTALLING THE CO ALARM
Before mounting your CO alarm, you have to attach the rating label in your own
language to the detector. In order to ensure the product is correctly installed and
used, it should be installed strictly according to this user manual or be installed
by qualified professional personnel. This CO alarm is powered by a battery and
requires no additional wiring. Make sure the alarm can be heard from all sleeping
areas or place several alarms.
Wall mount installation:
• Having established the mounting location ensure that there is no electrical
wiring or pipe work in the area adjacent to the mounting surface.
• Mark the mounting hole location, drill a ø 4mm and 25 mm depth hole in the
marked position and insert the wall plug.
• Insert the screw provided until the screw head is 5mm from the wall. Screw on
the mounting bracket, do not overtighten.
• Remove the plastic sealing from the batteries and insert them into the battery
compartment. Make sure that you fit the batteries in accordance with the
polarity markings (+ or -) within the battery compartment. If correctly installed
and the LCD will display a countdown of 120 seconds and the indicator will
flash a green light every two seconds. This indicates that the power supply is
normally connected, and the CO alarm has started the two minutes preheating
state.
OPERATING YOUR CO ALARM
Normal Operation
When no carbon monoxide is present, the green “Power” indicator LED flashes
every 40 seconds and is an indication that your alarm is powered and functional.
Fault indicator
If the LCD display displays "Err", If the unit chirps twice every 40 seconds and the
yellow “Fault” LED flashes twice, the CO alarm is not functioning properly. The
CO alarm will not detect CO and you are not protected. Contact Smartwares for
assistance.
Alarm Condition
When the unit detects dangerous levels of CO, it will emit an alarm signal of 4
beeps along with flashing of the red “Alarm” LED. This will continue as long as
there is a dangerous level of CO present. Should the CO levels return to normal,
the unit will stop beeping and return to standby mode automatically.
CO-Level (ppm): Response time
30 ppm No alarm within 120 min
50 ppm 60-90 min
100 ppm 10-40 min
300 ppm < 3 min
The alarm response time of this detector complies with EN 50291-1:2018.
Returning to normal operation
When the carbon monoxide gas disperses and the unit has been reset, the alarm
signal will stop. The green power lamp will continue to flash approximately every
40 seconds.
Low battery warning
When the battery is empty, the alarm will beep once every 40 seconds and yellow
“Fault” LED indicator will flash. Replace the batteries immediately with new
batteries as specified for this alarm and test the alarm.
End of life warning
When your CO alarm needs replacing, the unit will beep 3 times per 60 seconds
and the yellow LED indicator will be on consistently. Display will also show the
text: "End". The apparatus must be replaced with a new CO alarm as soon as
possible.
Testing your CO alarm
It is recommended that you test your CO alarm once a week to ensure the alarm
is working correctly by pressing and holding the test button on the front of the
alarm. If the detector is working properly, the LCD display will display “000ppm”,
and the indicators will blink red, green, yellow and red, while the CO alarm will
sound 4 beep tones.
Maintaining your CO alarm
Your alarm will alert you to potentially hazardous CO concentrations in your home
when maintained properly. To maintain your alarm in proper working order, it is
recommended that you:
• Test your alarm at least once a week.
• Clean your CO alarm regularly to prevent dust build up. This can be done
using a vacuum cleaner with the brush attachment once per month. Clean
gently around the front grilled section and sides.
• Never use cleaning solutions on your alarm. Simply wipe with a damp cloth.
• Do not paint the alarm.
• Do not block or cover the alarm’s venthole with paste adhesive or other things.
Attention
When scouring or stripping a wooden floor, painting, wallpapering or using
adhesive or aerosol, you should remove the carbon monoxide detector and keep
it in a safe place to prevent damaging the sensor. High concentrations of the
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User manual
Carbon monoxide alarm
GENERAL INFORMATION
Thank you for purchasing this Smartwares Carbon monoxide alarm! Please read
these instructions carefully before using the Carbon monoxide alarm. Retain this
information in a safe and easily accessible place for future use and maintenance.
If you have any questions or if you are looking for additional information about
your Carbon monoxide alarm or prevention of carbon monoxide poisoning, please
visit our website www.smartwares.eu.
• Make/model number: FGA-1309
• Description: Battery powered carbon monoxide alarm with an electrochemical
sensor with a lifetime of 10 years. This apparatus contains 1x DC3V CR123A
Lithium Battery.
• Function: Carbon monoxide alarm device intended to alert persons in case of
carbon monoxide to give them time to react properly to the danger.
• Scope of application: Carbon monoxide alarm for buildings with residential
function.
IMPORTANT:
• Caution: The alarm is designed in order to detect carbon monoxide; it cannot
prevent a leakage!
• Caution: The Carbon monoxide alarm may not be painted or covered because
this may cause loss of functionality.
• Warning: The carbon monoxide alarm must be replaced no later than 10 years
after production date.
When the detector has been working for ten years, the product cannot be used
anymore. Mark the replacement date in your calendar or register for free at www.
smartreminder.eu
WHAT IS CARBON MONOXIDE ?
Carbon Monoxide (CO) is an insidious poison that is released when fuels are
burnt. It is a colorless, odorless, tasteless gas and therefore very difficult to detect
with the human senses. CO kills hundreds of people each year and injures many
more. It binds to the hemoglobin in the blood and reduces the amount of oxygen
being circulated in the body. In high concentrations, CO can kill in minutes. CO
is produced by the incomplete combustion of fuels such as wood, charcoal, coal,
heating oil, paraffin, petrol, natural gas, propane, butane etc. Examples of CO
sources:
Running engine in garage Gas appliances
Oil and Gas furnaces Portable generators
Wood stoves Gas or kerosene heaters
Barbecues Clogged chimneys
Wood and gas replaces Heating boiler
SYMPTOMS OF CO POISONING
The following symptoms may be related to CO poisoning (ppm = parts per million/
1:1000.000):
50 ppm The maximum allowable concentration for continuous
exposure for healthy adults in any 8 hour period.
200 ppm Slight headaches, fatigue, nausea after 2-3 hours.
400 ppm Frontal headaches within 1-2 hours, life threatening
after 3 hours.
800 ppm Dizziness, nausea and convulsions within 45 minutes.
Unconsciousness within 2 hours. Death within 3 hours.
1600 ppm Headache, dizziness and nausea within 20 minutes.
Death within 1 hour.
6400 ppm Headache, dizziness and nausea within 1-2 minutes.
Warning: the apparatus may not prevent the chronic effects of CO exposure or
protect individuals who are at specific risk, always pay attention to the symptoms
of carbon monoxide poisoning.
LOCATING THE CO ALARM
The Carbon monoxide alarm is designed to detect the toxic CO fumes that result
from incomplete combustion, such as those emitted from appliances, furnaces,
fireplace and auto exhaust. If your dwelling is on a single story, for minimum
protection you should fit an alarm in the bedrooms or in the hallway of sleeping
areas. Place it as near to the sleeping areas as possible and ensure the alarm
is audible when the bedrooms are occupied. If your dwelling is multistory, for
minimum protection place at least one alarm on each floor. NOTE: For maximum
protection an alarm should be fitted in or near every room that contains a fuel-
burning appliance such as any gas fires, central heating boilers, room heaters,
water heaters, cookers, grills, etc.
Caution: This alarm will only indicate the presence of carbon monoxide gas at the
sensor. Carbon monoxide gas may be present in other areas.
Warning: a carbon monoxide alarm does not function as a replacement for a
smoke or gas detector.
POSITIONING THE CO ALARM
Carbon monoxide (CO) has a similar density to warm air and, to ensure that the
most effective use is made of the detector, it should be fitted as follows: In rooms
with a fuel-burning appliance CO will mix with the warm air and rise up. Place the
CO alarm on a the wall, 30-80 cm below the ceiling but above the top of any doors
or windows at a horizontal distance of minimum 150cm from the possible source
of CO. It is also optional to place the alarm on a ceiling.
In rooms where people sleep or are present for a longer period of time (bedroom,
living room) place the CO alarm at breathing height. For more information and
examples see www.smartwares.eu. Areas to be avoided include the following:
• Situations where the temperature may fall below -10°C or rise above 40°C
• Any area where high levels of dusty, dirty or greasy emissions could
contaminate or clog the sensor.
• Behind drapes or furniture.
• In the path of air discharged from a furnace / air conditioning vent or ceiling
Conform with EN50291-1:2018
DECLARATION OF
CONFORMITY- For DoC go to:
www.smartwares.eu/doc and
follow the instructions.
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DE Kohlenmonoxid Melder / Gebrauchsanweisung
FR Détecteur de monoxyde de carbone / Mode
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NL Koolmonoxide detector / Gebruiksaanwijzing
ES Detector de monóxido de carbono / Manual
IT Rilevatore di monossido di carbonio / Manuale
PL Czujnik tlenku węgla / Instrukcja obsługi
SV Kolmonoxidvarnare / Manual
TR Karbon monoksit dedektörü / Kullanım Kılavuzu
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