Carbon Monoxide (CO)in Residential Accommodation
The dangers of Carbon Monoxide
Carbon Monoxide (CO), not to be confused with Carbon Dioxide(CO2) invisible, odourless and tasteless gas that is toxic to humans and animals. It is often referred to as the “Silent Killer” because none of our senses can alert us to its presence; we can’t smell it, taste it or see it. The initial symptoms, tiredness and headaches, are similar to those of influenza, which can make it difficult to diagnose. High levels of Carbon Monoxide in the home can quickly render the occupants unconscious, leading to fatality within hours. In the UK alone, thousands of people are treated in hospitals for CO poisoning every year.The longer CO gas is breathed in and the higher its concentration, the worse the symptoms become, including loss of balance, loss of vision and memory and eventually unconsciousness. This can happen within just a few memory and eventually unconsciousness. This can happen within just a few minutes or hours, depending on the amount of CO in the air. CO alarms give a full alarm, before the first symptoms occur: The higher the CO concentration, the quicker the device will give an alarm.
How is Carbon Monoxide produced and who is at risk?CO is produced by the incomplete burning of carbon-based fuels such as gas, coal, oil and wood. CO can be produced by any device that is not burning correctly or a device that has a blocked flue, meaning that all faulty cooking appliances, heating appliances, petrol generators and vehicle engines can pose a potential threat. Any person or animal sharing an environment with a faulty appliance is at risk.How to avoid the risks?Ensure fossil fuel-burning appliances are serviced regularly and install a CO alarm alongside each one in a property.See guidance on installation on page 6
Ultra-thin CO AlarmDesigned to Protect Your Family
BS EN 50291-1:2018 StandardBS EN 50291-2:2019 Standard
R100C-1RegulationsIn England and Wales, a CO alarm is only mandatory if a solid fuel-burning appliance, e.g. wood or coal, is installed.In Scotland and Northern Ireland from October 2013, a CO alarm became mandatory when any type of fuel-burning appliance is installed or replaced in a new or existing home. A CO alarm is also mandatory if a “flue in void” situation is present, where the flue cannot be adequately inspected.
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Alarm levelsEN50291 defines the CO level at which the device must and must not go into alarm. The higher the CO concentration, the quicker the device will give an alarm. This is based on the fact that the poisoning impact of CO is determined by CO concentration and exposure time.50 ppm: Alarm between 60 and 90 minutes100 ppm: Alarm between 10 and 40 minutes300 ppm: Alarm within 3 minutes
Red “ALARM” for the deaf or hearing-impaired
This CO alarm gives a warning signal in three different ways: sound, text, and light. When the alarm is triggered a visible warning signal – “ALARM” in large red text – will light up and accompany the audible alarm to warn deaf and hearing-impaired occupants.
Sleep easy with Do Not Disturb mode at night
This is an automatic brightness adjustment of the green POWER light, which is enabled when the ambient brightness of the room is very low (i.e. at night). The brightness of the flashing green POWER light will be reduced, thereby reducing the impact of the standby indicator light on the home owner.
Reduced sound levels for testing
Alarms should be tested regularly to ensure they are working properly. After pressing the Test button, the alarm will start the self-test procedure, flashing all lights and sounding the alarm. We have reduced the sound level for this test function considerably from the full alarm level of 85 dB to protect your hearing. By keeping the button pressed, the fullalarm level will sound.
Super slim designAt just 25mm, this is the thinnest CO alarm on the market, making it compact and beautifully designed to fit into any home.
Easy touch buttonThe whole surface of the R100C-1 is the TEST/MUTE button, making it much easier to use.
IP44 grade water & dustproof
The IP44 protection classification means that you can install the device in your outdoor spaces, such as conservatories, sheds, and covered patios, where there may be damp or dusty conditions.
Alarm memory (end-user)
CO cannot be detected by humans. If your alarm is triggered whilst you are out, the Memory function will keep the Red Light flashing until the button is pressed or 7 days have passed. This is also useful to flag any alarm malfunctions.
End-of-life signal
CO alarms do not last forever and should be exchanged after their end-of-life date. The lifetime is mainly determined by the CO sensor. The EN the standard for CO alarms, therefore, requires all CO alarms to have an end-of-life signal, which is implemented on all Honeywell Home CO alarms.
Fault hush
A typical fault would be when the alarm warns of an almost depleted battery. The alarm will start to bleep once per minute accompanied by a flashing fault light. The Fault Hush allows you to mute the sounder for 12 hours, giving you time to address the fault. This period can be extended several times.
10-year lifespan
With a 10-year lifespan battery, our R100C-1 alarm comes with peace of mind and a cost-saving against other, less reliable alarms.
Tamper-proof
Professional landlords want to ensure that installed alarms cannot be deactivated by their tenants. Our R100C-1 alarms all have sealed batteries that cannot be removed by the end-user. Also, once installed, a tool (screwdriver) is required to remove the alarm.
Alarm hush
There may be an occurrence where you want to mute the extremely loud alarm sounder, for example, if you are calling the emergency services, a utility engineer, or when you have the situation under control. Pressing the Alarm Hush button on the unit will mute the sounder for a couple of minutes. The alarm light will continue to flash as long as the unit detects a threat.
Maintenance-free operation
This device comes with 10-year lifespan batteries, with no additional cost for replacement parts or labor to fit them. The only maintenance required is the occasional cleaning of the product.
CO Alarms – Where to Install?
Where to install?When considering installation, be aware that Carbon Monoxide has the same density as air and therefore distributes equally around a room. However, as CO is formed by a combustion process, the gas is likely to be hotter than the surrounding air and will be forced up towards the ceiling.Detailed recommendations can be found in EN50292, a guide on selection, installation, use, and maintenance for residential Carbon Monoxide alarms.Ideally, an alarm should be fitted in every room containing a fuel-burning appliance. It is strongly recommended to also fit alarms in bedrooms and in rooms where you spend a lot of time.For premises such as bedsits, caravans, or boats, where the accommodation is a single living space incorporating the sleeping area, the alarm should be positioned as far from cooking and heating appliances as possible and closer to where the occupant sleeps.
INSTALLATION GUIDANCE
Specification
| Model: | R100C-1 |   |
| Gas detected: | Carbon Monoxide | |
| Sensor technology: | Electrochemical Cell | |
| Third-party approvals: | EN50291-1:2018 EN50291-2:2019 | |
| Type of device: | R100C-1 | |
| CO alarm
sensitivity setting: |
50PPM: Alarm between 60 to 90 minutes
100PPM: Alarm between 10 to 40 minutes 300PPM: Alarm within 3 minutes |
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| Other compliances: | RoHS, REACH | |
| Lifetime: | 10 years | |
| Temperature: | -10°C to +45°C | |
| Humidity: | 25 – 95% RH (non-condensing) | |
| IP rating: | IP44 | |
| Power supply: | Long life lithium battery, 3 V, sealed for the lifeof the product (no replacement necessary) | |
| Visual indicators: | Power: Green LEDAlarm: Red LED – large text messageFault: Yellow LED | |
| Audible: | >85 | |
| Detection range: | Max. 40 m 2 within a room | |
| Dimensions: | 95 x 95 x 25 mm | |
| Weight: | 120 g | |
| Installation: | wall mount, ceiling | |
| Type: | Carton box with euro hole | |
| Dimensions: | 120 x 35 x 120 mm | |
| Scope of supply: | CO alarm. Mounting kit: Nail, Instruction manual |
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