Abus COWM300 User manual

COWM300
14
EN 50291-1:2010 + A1:2012
Version 1.2
ABUS CO alarm
USER GUIDE

Contents
Introduction.........................................................................6
Information on User Guide..................................................6
Intended use .......................................................................6
Limitation of liability.............................................................7
Safety information ..............................................................8
Explanation of symbols.......................................................8
General ...............................................................................9
Battery warning information..............................................10
Packaging .........................................................................11
Functioning of the device..................................................11
Scope of delivery ..............................................................12
Technical data...................................................................12
Functional principle and features ...................................13
Formation & dangers from carbon monoxide................15
Poisonous effect ...............................................................15

Contents
Typical symptoms of poisoning.........................................16
Sources of carbon monoxide & preventative measures...17
Behaviour in case of alarm ..............................................18
Selecting location .............................................................19
General .............................................................................19
Which room?.....................................................................20
Where in the room? ..........................................................21
Installation and start-up ...................................................25
Wall installation.................................................................25
Desk-stand........................................................................29
Displays and functions.....................................................30
Start-up .............................................................................30
Normal state......................................................................30
Testing the device electronics...........................................31
Display of maximum value................................................32
Weak batteries..................................................................33

Contents
Sensor error......................................................................34
Alarm state........................................................................35
Alarm muting function.......................................................36
The end of sensor lifespan................................................37
Care and maintenance......................................................38
Cleaning............................................................................38
Maintenance .....................................................................39
Manufacture date and software version............................40
Warranty.............................................................................41
Disposal.............................................................................42
Declaration of conformity ................................................43

Introduction
6
Introduction
Information on User Guide
Dear customer,
Thank you for purchasing this CO alarm. This device is a product that has been
built using state-of-the-art technology.
This user guide contains important information on starting operation and using
the device. Store this user guide in a safe place for future reference. These
instructions are a part of this product –bear this in mind if you pass on this
product to others.
You will find a list of contents with the corresponding page numbers in the
contents.
Intended use
Only use the device for the purpose which it was designed and built for. Any
other use is not considered to be the intended use.
This device may only be used for the following purpose:
Carbon monoxide detection in private households

Introduction
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Limitation of liability
Please observe the notes and instructions in this user guide! If you do not follow
these instructions, any guarantee claim is invalidated. No liability can be
accepted for resulting damage. No part of the product may be changed or
modified in any way.
Everything possible has been done to ensure that the content of these
instructions is correct. However, neither the author nor ABUS August Bremicker
Söhne KG, Altenhofer Weg 25, 58300 Wetter can be held liable for loss or
damages caused by incorrect or improper use or failure to observe the safety
instructions and warnings.
We reserve the right to make changes to these instructions without prior notice.
© ABUS August Bremicker Söhne KG, 06/2014

Safety information
8
Safety information
Explanation of symbols
The following symbols are used in this manual and on the device:
Symbol
Signal word
Meaning
Caution
Indicates a risk of injury or health
hazards.
Caution
Indicates a risk of injury or health
hazards caused by electrical voltage.
Important
Indicates possible damage to the
device/accessories.
Note
Indicates important information.

Safety information
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General
Before using this device for the first time, please read the following instructions
carefully and observe all warning information, even if you are familiar with the
use of electronic devices.
Caution
All guarantee claims are invalid in the event of damage caused by
non-compliance with these instructions.
We cannot be held liable for resulting damage.
Caution
In the event of personal or material damage caused by improper
operation or non-compliance with the safety information, we
cannot be held liable.
All guarantee claims are void in such cases.
Store these instructions in a safe place for later use.
If you sell or pass on the device on to third parties, you must include these
instructions with the device.

Safety information
10
Battery warning information
The device is supplied with 9 V direct current from a 9 V alkaline block battery.
To guarantee a long service life and avoid fire and injury, please note the
following:
The batteries must not be directly exposed to heat or sunlight,
and must not be stored in a place with a very high
temperature.
The batteries must not be burned.
The batteries must not come into contact with water.
The batteries must not be dismantled, pierced or otherwise
damaged.
The battery contacts may not be short-circuited.
The batteries must be kept away from small children.
The batteries cannot be recharged.
Do not dispose of the batteries in domestic waste.