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Lists key technical specifications of the carbon monoxide alarm, including power, sensing, and environmental parameters.
Provides background information on carbon monoxide, its sources, and health effects.
Guidance on ideal and alternative locations for CO alarm installation in various rooms.
Specific placement advice for alarms in relation to fuel-burning appliances and room features.
Visual guide to the alarm's components, including buttons and indicators.
Explains how to link multiple Hispec RF-PRO alarms for synchronized alerts.
Step-by-step instructions for wall mounting and initial activation of the CO alarm unit.
Details on the alarm's normal operation, including self-checks and indicator lights.
Describes various alarm conditions: High CO, Low Battery, End of Life, and Unit Malfunction.
Procedure for uninstalling and deactivating a faulty or end-of-life CO alarm unit.
Recommended monthly procedure to ensure the CO alarm is functioning correctly.
How to temporarily silence nuisance alarms, excluding high CO concentration warnings.
Emergency instructions for responding to a CO alarm activation.
Guidelines for cleaning and proper upkeep to ensure the alarm's continued functionality.
Details the health effects of carbon monoxide exposure at various concentration levels.
Essential safety practices and precautions related to fuel-burning appliances and CO awareness.
Information regarding the battery's lifespan and when the unit must be replaced.
Details the warranty period, coverage, and conditions for the Hispec CO alarm.
The Hispec HSA/BC/RF10-PRO is a lithium battery-powered carbon monoxide (CO) alarm designed for lighting, fire, and CO detection. It features an electrochemical sensor for accurate CO detection and offers wireless interconnection capabilities.
This CO alarm is equipped with a wireless interconnection feature operating via RF 868MHz, allowing it to connect with up to 20 other RF-PRO Series alarm and control units. This enables a comprehensive home grouping system where multiple CO, smoke, and heat alarms, along with a control unit from the Hispec RF-PRO range, can be linked. The home grouping function allows for synchronized alarming across different units, ensuring that if one alarm detects CO, all interconnected alarms will sound, providing wider coverage and earlier warning throughout the premises.
The device includes a test/silence button for user interaction. This button serves multiple purposes: it allows users to test the alarm's functionality, silence the alarm in specific situations, and initiate the home grouping process. For the first alarm in a group, holding the test/silence button for 10 seconds puts it into home grouping mode. For additional alarms, pressing the button twice slowly links them to the group. To remove an alarm from the home group, the test/pairing button is pressed five times slowly, which resets the CO unit.
The alarm provides several warning signals to keep users informed about its status. A low battery warning is issued when the battery is nearing the end of its life, indicated by a short chirp and a yellow LED flash every minute for at least 7 days. The device also has a self-test function, which it performs every minute during normal operation to ensure it is functioning properly. In the event of a malfunction, the alarm will sound a double short chirp and the yellow LED will flash simultaneously every minute, indicating that the unit needs to be replaced. An end-of-life signal is given after 10 years of operation, with the yellow LED flashing three times and beeping three times simultaneously every 48 seconds, prompting deactivation and replacement of the unit.
The HSA/BC/RF10-PRO is approved to EN50291-1:2010+A1:2012, ensuring it meets relevant safety and performance standards for carbon monoxide alarms.
Installation of the CO alarm can be either free-standing or wall-mounted. For wall mounting, users need to mark the mounting hole's location, drill holes, insert plastic wall plugs, and then hook the alarm unit onto the screw, dragging it downward to activate it. Activation is confirmed by a loud chirp. After installation, it is crucial to test the alarm to ensure correct operation. The apparatus should be installed by a competent person.
The device is designed to detect carbon monoxide gas from any source of combustion but is not designed to detect smoke, fire, or any other gas. It is intended for indoor use only and should not be exposed to rain or moisture. The installation of the alarm should not be considered a substitute for proper installation, use, and maintenance of fuel-burning appliances, including appropriate ventilation and exhaust systems.
When the CO alarm detects dangerous levels of CO gas, it will give an alarm signal, indicated by the red LED flashing and the sounder chirping four times simultaneously every five seconds. In such an event, users are advised to immediately move to fresh air, turn off fueled appliances, call emergency services if anyone is unwell, and not re-enter the premises until emergency services have arrived and the alarm returns to normal. A qualified appliance technician should then investigate the source of CO.
The silence feature allows users to temporarily silence the low battery warning, end-of-life signal, and fault warning signals by pressing and holding the test button for approximately three seconds. The alarm unit will enter a dormant period for 10 hours, after which it will resume operation. However, the alarm will not silence if it has detected carbon monoxide gas concentrations higher than 30ppm.
Maintenance of the CO alarm involves regular testing and cleaning. It is recommended to test the alarm at least once a month by holding the test/silence button for three seconds, which will cause the sounder to chirp four times and the red LED to flash for 30 seconds before returning to normal operation. The outside case should be cleaned regularly to prevent dust or dirt buildup in the slots. Cleaning should be done with a damp cloth or a clean tissue, avoiding cleaning agents, bleach, polish, or any chemicals, as these can damage or contaminate the sensor. The CO alarm should not be painted. If staining or stripping wood floors or furniture, painting, wallpapering, or using aerosols or adhesives, the CO alarm should be removed to a remote location beforehand to prevent damage or contamination of the sensor.
The device is powered by a 'Lifetime Power' 3V Lithium battery, which is sealed-in and not replaceable, designed to last at least 10 years under normal use. If the unit is faulty or reaches its end of life, it should be deactivated and replaced. Deactivation involves unhooking the unit from the wall, using a screwdriver to lever out the deactivation clip, and then fitting the clip into the clip hole and pushing downward. Tampering with the unit will invalidate the guarantee.
The CO alarm comes with a five-year warranty from the date of purchase, covering defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service. Hispec is not liable for repairs due to misuse, damage, or alterations after purchase, and liability will not exceed the purchase price of the alarm. This alarm is suitable for private dwellings only and is not intended for commercial or industrial use. Waste electrical products should be recycled according to local authority or retailer advice, in line with the European "WEEE Directive."
General| Sensor Type | Electrochemical |
|---|---|
| Battery Life | 10 years |
| Test Button | Yes |
| Alarm Sound Level | 85 dB at 3 meters |
| Standards Compliance | EN 50291 |
| Product Life | 10 years |
| Alarm Type | Audible and visual |
| Compliance | CE, RoHS |
| Power Source | Battery |
| LED Indicator | Yes |
| Humidity Range | 10% to 95% |
| Operating Humidity | 10% to 95% RH |
| Weight | 150 g |
