Siemens 5TC1260-3 - Carbon Monoxide Alarm Manual

PHOTO OF THE DEVICE

with indications of the "interfaces"

This is a carbon monoxide alarm (delivered with battery) with an electrochemical sensor for installation in residential buildings, apartments and rooms with residential-like use. Please read these instructions carefully and store them in a safe place during the entire lifetime of the product.

Product specifications

In which room should you install a carbon monoxide alarm?

• Ideally: in every room containing a fuel-burning appliance and additional:
• If the number of available apparatuses is limited, then choose for the room where:
• In case of bedsit (single room serving as both sitting room and bedroom):

Where should you install a carbon monoxide alarm?

• In rooms with a fuel-burning appliance:
• In rooms without a fuel-burning appliance (such as sleeping rooms/hall ways):

Although carbon monoxide has a similar density to that of ambient air, it will normally be emitted as part of a warm gas mixture and will therefore tend to rise until it cools.

• If the apparatus is located on a wall, it should be located:
• If the apparatus is located on the ceiling:
  • At least 300 mm from any wall.
    

Where should you not install a carbon monoxide alarm?

• In areas where temperature get <-10°C / >40°C.

Activation

Before commissioning the carbon monoxide alarm, it is important to activate it and test it for correct operation.

It's recommended to write the replacement date (10 years) on the label, in a calendar or anywhere easy to review.

NOTE: The test signal volume is lower than the alarm signal volume. If you want to hear the volume of the alarm signal, keep on pressing the button without release, you will hear: 4 low beeps (<85dB) + pause + 4 low beeps (<85dB) + pause + 4 high beeps (>85dB) + pause + 4 high beeps (>85dB) + pause................(first 2 rounds are low, start from 3rd round become high >85dB), then you will hear the alarm signal of > 85 dB (A).

Mounting

Normal operation

In standby mode, the carbon monoxide value (if lower than 20 PPM, 0 is displayed) and room temperature are displayed alternately every 40 seconds. If the carbon monoxide value is higher than 20 PPM, the temperature display will be omi ed and only the carbon monoxide value will be displayed. This alarm is equipped with a night mode, which means that the standby led flashes less bright in dark rooms (CO concentra on display range: 0~999PPM / Temperature display range: -9 °C to 50°C).

Alarm mode

When the device detects a dangerous level of carbon monoxide, the device will emit a loud alarm pattern. The alarm indicator (red) will flash at the same pattern (according to the conditions indicated in the table of operation modes). This pattern repeats as long as a dangerous CO concentration exists.

Alarm sensitivity (conforms to EN 50291-1:2018)

30 PPM Without alarm before 120 minutes
50 PPM Between 60 to 90 minutes
100 PPM Between 10 to 40 minutes
300 PPM Less than 3 minutes

Please refer to paragraph "What to do if carbon monoxide is detected?" if the device emits an alarm signal.

This device will remember an alarm for 48 hours by showing "AL" on the LCD screen. Test the test/silence button to reset the memory and return to normal operation mode.

Alarm silence facility

This carbon monoxide detector is equipped with a silence facility that allows the alarm signal to be temporarily deac vated (approximately ten minutes). If the alarm is triggered, press the test bu on to ac vate the alarm silence facility. The alarm indicator (red) will keep flashing as CO alarm mode, it indicates the device is running into the CO alarm silence mode. If the carbon monoxide value s ll exceeds 50 PPM a er 10 minutes, the detector will return to audible alarm mode. The alarm silence func on cannot be used if the detected CO value is higher than 200 PPM.

If there is any ques on as to the cause of an alarm, it should be assumed that the alarm is due to dangerous levels of carbon monoxide and the dwelling should be evacuated!

Low battery mode and low battery silence

This carbon monoxide detector is equipped with a non-replaceable battery with a service life of 10 years. When the battery is running low, the carbon monoxide alarm will indicate this with a repetitive beep and flash, according to the conditions indicated in the table of opera on modes, for approximately 30 days. When this warning occurs, replace the device as soon as possible! The acoustic low ba ery warning signal can be muted for nine hours by pressing the test/silence button.

The battery is sealed and not replaceable.

Fault warning mode

When the carbon monoxide detector is not functioning properly, it will turn into the fault warning mode. While in fault warning mode, the device will beep twice every 8 seconds and the fault indicator (yellow) will flash. The LCD displays ''Err" and the carbon monoxide alarm has no detecting function. Try cleaning the smoke alarm (see paragraph maintenance) or immediately replace the carbon monoxide alarm!

End of life warning

The end of life warning indicates the end of life of the carbon monoxide alarm. If the device beeps 3 times every 40 seconds, the fault indicator (yellow) flashes and the LCD displays "End ", then the end of life is reached. If this warning occurs, then the CO alarm needs to be replaced immediately.

Maintenance

What to do if carbon monoxide is detected?

If the carbon monoxide alarm is triggered, please take the following actions:

Health effects of carbon monoxide

Carbon monoxide is a colourless, odourless and non-irritating gas which is classified as a chemical asphyxiant, whose toxic action is a direct result of the hypoxia produced by a given exposure. The device may not prevent the chronic effects of carbon monoxide exposure and does not protect individuals from a particular hazard.

Health effects on healthy adults:
Concentration Symptoms
100-200 PPM Slight headache, weakness, potential burden on foetus.
200-300 PPM Severe headache, nausea, impairment in limb movements.
300-400 PPM Severe headache, irritability, confusion, impairment in visual acuity, nausea, muscular weakness, dizziness, weakness.
400-500 PPM Convulsions and unconsciousness
600-700 PPM Coma, collapse, death

Recycling and disposal

The WEEE symbol means that this product and batteries must be disposed separately from other household waste. When they reach their end of life, take them to a designated waste collection point in your area to guarantee a safe disposal or recycling. Batteries must be removed from the product by a qualified person, opening the product by the rear clips. Protect the environment, human health and natural resources.

Transport

Product is classified as a dangerous good, observe dangerous goods regulations!

http://www.siemens.com/lowvoltage/dangerousgood

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Note: During the transport, the product must be deactivated. Remove the mounting plate from carbon monoxide detector for deactivation

Service

Certified by AFNOR Certification (www.afnor.org).

The CE mark affixed to this product confirms its compliance with the European Directives which apply to the product.
The NF – DOMESTIC FIRE SAFETY mark provides assurance as to safety and consistent quality inspected by experts. Through its rigorous and exhaustive inspections (holder's quality management system, product inspections, audits and monitoring tests, etc.), the NF mark represents a comprehensive guarantee for consumers that the certified products are compliant. The NF – DOMESTIC FIRE SAFETY mark confirms the product's compliance with certification rules NF 292.