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During this period we will, at our discretion, repair, replace of refund the price of any part of the gas alarm which is found to be defective in either materials or workmanship providing this occurs under normal use and service. We shall, however, be under noobligation to repair, replace or refund the price of units which are found to be defective in any way due to damage, neglect, unreasonable use or which have been tampered with or found to have been dismantled. Defective units should be returned, in suitable packaging, along with proof of purchase to Honeywell Analytics, 4 Stinsford Road, Nuffield Industrial Estate, Poole, BH17 0RZ. An accompanying letter should state clearly any problem with the gas alarm. This guarantee does not affect your statutory rights. INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this alarm which is designed to detect the presence of Carbon Monoxide (CO) gas. This manual contains information on the installation and the operation of the SF340 modular Carbon Monoxide alarm. THIS ALARM SHOULD ONLY BE INSTALLED BY A COMPETENT PERSON ALL ELECTRICAL WIRING SHOULD BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CURRENT WIRING REGULATIONS OF THE INSTITUTE OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERS 1. WHAT IS CARBON MONOXIDE? Carbon Monoxide is a highly poisonous gas which is released when fuels are burnt. It is invisible, has no smell and no taste, therefore it is very difficult to detect with the human senses. Potential danger areas in your home Under normal operating conditions, in a room where fuel burning appliances are well maintained and correctly ventilated, the amount of Carbon Monoxide released by the appliances is not dangerous. A dangerous quantity of Carbon Monoxide can occur if one or more of the following conditions exists: 1. An appliance is faulty or badly maintained. 2. A flue is partially or totally blocked. 3. A room is not adequately ventilated. The following conditions can result in transient Carbon Monoxide situations: 1. Excessive spillage or reverse venting of fuel burning appliances caused by outdoor ambient conditions such as: i. Wind direction and/or air velocity; including high gusts of wind. Heavy air in the vent pipes(cold humid air with extended periods between cycles) ii. Negative pressure differential resulting from use of exhaust fans. iii. Simultaneous operation of several fuel burning appliances competing for limited internal air. iv. Flue connections breaking loose from clothes dryers, water heaters or boilers. v. Obstructions in or unconventional flue designs which can amplify the above situations. 2. Extended use of unvented fuel burning devices. 3. Temperature inversions which can trap exhaust gases near the ground. 4. A car running in an open or attached garage near a home. 2. WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING? The following symptoms are related to Carbon Monoxide poisoning and should be discussed with ALL members of the household: Mild exposure: Slight headache, nausea, vomiting, fatigue (often described as “flu-like” symptoms) Medium exposure: Severe throbbing headache, drowsiness, confusion, fast heart rate. Extreme exposure: Unconsciousness, convulsions, cardiorespiratory failure, death. Many reported cases of Carbon Monoxide poisoning indicate that while victims are aware they are not well, they become so disorientated that they are unable to save themselves by either exiting the building or calling for assistance. It is also important to note that young children and pets may be the first to be affected. 3. IN WHICH ROOM SHOULD I PUT THE ALARM? Ideally you should have an alarm in or near every room which contains a fuel-burning appliance. However, if you have more than one appliance but only one alarm, you should take the following into consideration when deciding where best to put the alarm: • If there is a fuel burning appliance in a room where people sleep, you should put the alarm in that room. • If there is a fuel burning appliance in a room you use a lot such as a sitting room, you should put the alarm in that room. • If you live in a bed-sit put the alarm as far away from the cooking appliance as possible, but near to the room where you sleep. • If the fuel burning appliance is in a room not normally used (e.g. a boiler room) put the alarm just outside the room so you will be able to hear it. 4. WHERE SHOULD I PUT THE ALARM? Carbon Monoxide has a similar density to warm air. To ensure the most effective use is made of the alarm it should be fitted at least 1.5m (5’) above floor level and at least 1.85m (6’) from the fuel burning appliance. Warm air naturally rises; it is better to install the unit higher rather than lower. The SF340 Series can be fitted on the wall or on the ceiling. 5. WHERE NOT TO PUT THE ALARM Do not place the alarm in the following areas: • Outside the building. • In or below a cupboard. • In a damp or humid area. • Directly above a sink or cooker. • Next to a door or window or anywhere it could be affected by drafts. • Where the airf...