MANUAL 5TC1260-3

EN CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM

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Siemens AG
Siemensstr. 10
D93055 Regensburg (Germany)
www.siemens.com
EN 50291-1:2018
Type B apparatus
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Thank you for purchasing our
carbon monoxide alarm!
This is a carbon monoxide alarm (delivered with ba ery) with an
electrochemical sensor for installa on in residen al buildings,
apartments and rooms with residen al-like use. Please read these
instruc ons carefully and store them in a safe place during the
en re life me of the product.

PHOTO OF THE DEVICE with indica ons of the

“interfaces”
A. Power indicator (green led)
B. Fault indicator (yellow led)
C. Alarm indicator (red led)
D. Test/silence bu on
E. Siren
E

A B
D

WARNINGS
• The installa on of a carbon monoxide detector should not be
used as a subs tute for proper installa on, use and
maintenance of fuel burning appliances including appropriate
ven la on and exhaust systems.
• Risk of electric shock or malfunc on if the apparatus is
tampered with.
• The following substances may affect the reliability of the
apparatus in the short or long term: methane, propane,
isobutene, isopropanol, ethylene, benzene, toluene, ethyl
acetate, hydrogen sulfide, sulfur dioxides, alcohol based
products, paints, thinner, solvents, adhesives, hair sprays,
a er shaves , perfumes and some cleaning agents
• High concentra ons of tobacco smoke may give rise to false
alarms.
• This carbon monoxide alarm may respond to brief exhaust of
gas emissions, for example during the ini al start-up of an
appliance.
• To prevent injury, this apparatus must be securely a ached to
the ceiling/wall in accordance with the installa on instruc ons.
• This apparatus should be installed by a competent person.
• Ba eries should not be exposed to excessive heat, such as
sunshine or fire.

Product specifica ons

Sensor : Electrochemical
Power supply : Sealed ba ery (3 V DC Lithium
ba ery CR17450)
Ba ery life me : 10 years
Expected life me device : 10 years a er ac va on
Sensor life me : 10 years
Working range humidity : 10 - 90 % RH non condensing
Working range temperature : -10°C to 40°C
Storage/transport range
humidity : 10 - 95 % RH non-condensing
Storage/transport range
temperature : -20°C to 50°C
Alarm sensi vity se ng : Conforms to EN 50291-1:2018
30PPM without alarm
before 120 min
50PPM between 60 to 90 min
100PPM between 10 to 40 min
300PPM less than 3 min.
Alarm volume : ≥ 85 dB (A) at 3 m.
Monitored area : Max. 40 m²
Alarm silence facility : Yes | Hush me: 10 minutes
Low ba ery warning : Yes
Low ba ery silence facility : Yes | Hush me : 9 hours
Installa on in leisure
accommoda on vehicles : No
Moun ng loca on : Wall, ceiling
Type of device : Type B

In which room should you install a

carbon monoxide alarm?
• Ideally: in every room containing a fuel-burning appliance and
addi onal:
- In every bedroom.
- In every room where much me is spent and the alarm
sound from other apparatuses may not be heard.
• If the number of available apparatuses is limited, then choose
for the room where:
- A flueless or open-flued appliance is located.
- Most me is spent.
• In case of bedsit (single room serving as both si ng room and
bedroom):
- Locate the apparatus as far as possible from the cooking
appliances and near the sleeping area.
• If the fuel-burning appliance is in a room not normally
frequented (for example a boiler room), the carbon monoxide
 detector should be posi oned so that the alarm may be heard
more easily.
• Where a fuel-burning appliance has an extended and/or
concealed flue, a carbon monoxide alarm should be installed
in each room through which the flue passes.

Where should you install a

carbon monoxide alarm?
• In rooms with a fuel-burning appliance:
- At a horizontal distance of between 1 m. and 3 m. from the
nearest edge of the poten al source.
- If there is a par on in the room: at the same side of the
par on as the poten al source.
• In rooms without a fuel-burning appliance (such as sleeping
rooms/hall ways):
- Rela vely close to the breathing zones of occupants.

Although carbon monoxide has a similar density to that of ambient

air, it will normally be emi ed as part of a warm gas mixture and will
therefore tend to rise un l it cools.

• If the apparatus is located on a wall, it should be located:

- Close to the ceiling, but at least 150 mm. from the ceiling.
- At a height greater than the height of any door or window.
• If the apparatus is located on the ceiling:
- At least 300 mm from any wall.

Required Suggested
Where should you not install a
carbon monoxide alarm?
• In an enclosed space (in a cupboard/behind a curtain).
• Where it can be obstructed (by for example furniture).
• Directly above a sink.
• Next to door or window.
• Next to an extractor fan.
• Next to an air vent / similar ven la on openings.
• In areas where temperature get <-10°C / >40°C.
• In areas where dirt and dust may block the sensor
• In a damp or humid loca on.
• In the immediate vicinity of cooking appliance.
• At a place where the light indicators on the device are not
visible.

Ac va on
Before commissioning the carbon monoxide alarm, it is important to
ac vate it and test it for correct opera on.
• Place the carbon monoxide alarm on the moun ng plate and
rotate it clockwise.
• The unit will switch on and count down from 60 to 0. When
the alarm is powered on for the first me, the power
indicator (green) flashes every second. This is the preheat
phase. During the preheat phase, the LCD
• displays the countdown. A er the first 60 seconds, the power
indicator (green) flashes every 40 seconds to indicate that the
unit is func oning properly. From this point, the unit is fully
opera onal.
• Test the device by pressing and holding the test/silence
bu on for approx. 3 seconds. If the unit is working properly, it
will beep and flash red four mes. This is enough for a reliable
test. If this is not the case, do not use the unit and contact the
supplier! (Note: The LCD displays all segments during
tes ng).
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 bu on 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).

Moun ng
1. Place the moun ng plate on the desired installa on loca on
and mark where the holes should be drilled.
2. Drill 2 holes with a diameter of 5 millimetres. The distance
 between the centre of the two holes must be 75 mm.
3. Push the plas c plugs into the holes.
4. Place the moun ng bracket on the correct loca on and fasten
it with the screws.
5. Place and fixate the carbon monoxide detector on the
moun ng bracket (rotate clockwise for installa on) The
carbon monoxide will switch on automa cally. (Note: rotate
counter clockwise for un-installa on).
6. Test the correct opera on of the device by pressing and
holding the test/silence bu on for approx. 3 seconds. If the
unit is working properly, it will beep and flash red four mes.
(See more details in “Ac va on”).

Normal opera on
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 pa ern. The alarm indicator (red) will
flash at the same pa ern (according to the condi ons indicated in
the table of opera on modes). This pa ern repeats as long as a
dangerous CO concentra on exists.

Alarm sensi vity (conforms to EN 50291-1:2018)

030 PPM Without alarm before 120 minutes

050 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 bu on to reset the memory
and return to normal opera on 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.

WARNING: 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 ba ery mode and low ba ery silence

This carbon monoxide detector is equipped with a non-replaceable
ba ery with a service life of 10 years. When the ba ery is running
low, the carbon monoxide alarm will indicate this with a repe ve
beep and flash, according to the condi ons indicated in the table of
opera on modes, for approximately 30 days. When this warning
occurs, replace the device as soon as possible! The acous c low
ba ery warning signal can be muted for nine hours by pressing the
test/silence bu on.
Warning: The ba ery is sealed and not replaceable.

Fault warning mode

When the carbon monoxide detector is not func oning 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 detec ng func on. 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 mes 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
• This carbon monoxide detector is equipped with a self-test
mechanism. Once a month, the detector automa cally checks
the func onality of the sensor and the siren. The device will
shortly beep and flash during the self-test. If problems are
detected, the detector switches to error mode (siren error or
sensor error).
• We recommend tes ng the detector manually at least once a
year by pressing and holding the test bu on. If the test fails, the
carbon monoxide alarm must be replaced immediately!
• Clean this device at least once per month to remove dirt, dust or
debris. Use a vacuum cleaner with a so brush and vacuum all
sides and covers of the device. Do not remove the top cover of
the carbon monoxide alarm to clean it inside.
• Never use detergents or other solvents to clean the unit. Avoid
spraying air fresheners, hair spray, or other aerosols near the
carbon monoxide alarm.
• Do not paint the unit. Never a empt to disassemble the unit or
clean inside. This ac on will void your warranty.
• Do not a empt to repair this device. If the apparatus shows a
damage related to its func onality, it must be replaced
immediately!
What to do if carbon monoxide is detected?
If the carbon monoxide alarm is triggered, please take the following
ac ons:
• Keep calm and open all doors and windows. Stop using fuel-
burning appliances and turn them off.
• If the alarm con nues, evacuate the building. Leave all doors
and windows open and do not enter before the alarm has
stopped.
• Get medical help for anyone who is suffering the effects of
carbon monoxide poisoning.
• Contact the appropriate maintenance agency. Do not use
fuel-burning appliances un l they are checked by a
competent person.

Health effects of carbon monoxide

Carbon monoxide is a colourless, odourless and non-irrita ng gas
which is classified as a chemical asphyxiant, whose toxic ac on 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 par cular hazard.

Health effects on healthy adults:

Concentra on Symptoms
100-200 PPM Slight headache, weakness, poten al 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
Opera on modes
Mode Visual (flash) Acous c (beep) Lcd screen Descrip on

Stand-by (normal 1 x per 40 sec. (green) No CO-value, temperature Device is func oning
opera on) properly

Alarm 4 x quickly, pause of 5 sec 4 x quickly, pause of 5 sec CO value Device detected CO
(red)

Alarm silence 4 x quickly, pause of 5 sec No Crossed speaker symbol Alarm signal is muted
(red)

Alarm memory 3 x per 40 sec. (green) No AL (alarm) Device has alarmed in the
last 48 hours

Low ba ery 1 x per 40 sec. (yellow) 1 x per 40 sec. Low ba ery symbol Ba ery is running low

Low ba ery silence 1 x per 40 sec. (yellow) No Crossed speaker symbol Ba ery warning is muted
for about 9 hours

Error siren (fault warning) 2 x quickly (yellow), pause No Siren error detected
of 8 sec

Error sensor (fault warning) 2 x quickly (yellow), pause 2 x quickly, pause of 8 sec Sensor error detected
of 8 sec.

Enf of life 3 x per 40 sec (yellow) 3 x per 40 sec Replace the device
. immediately
Recycling and disposal
The WEEE symbol means that this product and ba eries
must be disposed separately from other household waste.
When they reach their end of life, take them to a designated
waste collec on point in your area to guarantee a safe
disposal or recycling. Ba eries 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
regula ons!

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Note: During the transport, the product must be deac vated.
Remove the moun ng plate from carbon monoxide detector for
deac va on

Service
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The CE mark affixed to this product confirms its compliance with the
European Direc ves 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 exhaus ve inspec ons (holder's quality management
system, product inspec ons, audits and monitoring tests, etc.), the
NF mark represents a comprehensive guarantee for consumers that
the cer fied products are compliant. The NF – DOMESTIC FIRE
SAFETY mark confirms the product's compliance with cer fica on
rules NF 292.