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CO detector FMR 3255 (carbon monoxide)
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carefully to ensure the device is used correctly. Keep them in a safe place for future reference. Use
this product only as intended (as set out in the user instructions). Any changes or modifications to the
product or painting it will result in loss of warranty.
Product description
A CO detector is a device designed to detect the concentration of carbon monoxide in the surrounding air. As soon
as this concentration becomes too high, the device will trigger an alarm.
This carbon monoxide detector is not suitable for use as a smoke detector or as a detection device for
flammable gases.
The FMG 3255 detector is based on model B and is designed to emit visual and audible alarms only.
The FMG 30008 and FMG 30015 detectors are based on model A. They are designed to emit visual and audible
alarms and to execute a function in the form of an output signal, which can be used to directly or indirectly activate
ventilation equipment or to trigger another auxiliary device.
What you need to know about carbon monoxide (CO)
Carbon monoxide (CO) is an insidious poison. It is a gas that has no colour, odour or taste. Carbon monoxide
is produced from the partial oxidation of carbon-containing compounds. This danger can happen with
central-heating boilers, open fireplaces and in garages. The poison accumulates in the blood and obstructs
the passage of oxygen, which can lead to death from suffocation. Even small concentrations of CO gas can
cause brain or organic damage in unborn babies without the mother being affected.
Symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning include:
Mild symptoms Stronger symptoms
• Slight headache • Severe headache
• Nausea/vomiting • Drowsiness
• Tiredness • Confusion
• High pulse
Important information
The installation should only be carried out by a competent person. A CO detector
substitute for smoke-, fire- or other detectors. This alarm is only intended for use in private
residential properties. It is not suitable for commercial or industrial applications, nor for use on
boats or ships. The following materials may have a lasting adverse effect on the device's correct
operation.
Therefore, always keep the device away from:
• Ammonia gas/ammonia solutions • Paint brush cleaners • Paint thinners • Cellulose thinners
It cannot offer persons with special medical prerequisites total protection and cannot prevent the chronic
effects of carbon monoxide on the human body (see also EN 50292:2001, Annex A). It is not a replacement
for the installation, use and maintenance of fuel-burning systems including associated ventilation and gas
flue systems.
The CO detector must be replaced after approx. 5 years. Strictly follow the instructions provided in this user
manual when installing your CO detector.
Note that there are other dangers where this alarm's ability to detect carbon monoxide will not help you, e.
g. in the event of gas leaks, fire or explosions. For such dangers we recommend ou gas, smoke and heat
alarms. You can find more information about these on our website: www.gev.de/en
Extreme symptoms
• Unconsciousness
• Cramps
• Irregular heartbeat
• Death
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What to do when the alarm sounds
1. Go immediately to fresh air. If not possible go to an opened door or window.
2. Call the fire brigade.
3. Do not re-enter the affected area/do not move away from the opened window or door.
4. Wait for the fire brigade to arrive.
5. Ventilate every room thoroughly.
6. When danger has been overcome, the CO detector will reset itself automatically and return
to wits normal mode of operation.
Installation
Recommendation for maximising safety: Install one CO detector in every bedroom and nursery, in every
room with gas heaters, cookers/ovens or fireplaces, and in the hallways/corridors on each floor of the building
and in the basement garage.
Recommendation for providing a minimum level of protection: Install one CO detector in every hallway/
corridor and in all rooms with gas heaters, cookers/ovens or fireplaces.
Installation position (Figs. 1-4)
To mount the detector, choose a clear surface and position the device as centrally as possible, ensuring that
it is close to potential safety hazards (e.g. gas boilers). When installing the device on a wall, ensure that the
detector is more than 1.5 metres from the ground and more than 0.2 metres from the ceiling. If you are installing
the device on a ceiling, ensure that there is a distance of more than 0.2 metres between the detector and the
wall.
Activation
1. Gently rotate the mounting plate anti-clockwise to remove it from the CO detector (Fig. 5).
2. Once you have decided on the correct position to mount the detector, use the dowels and screws provided
(Fig. 6) to fix the mounting plate horizontally to the wall, or as close as possible to the centre of the ceiling.
On the back of the FMG 30015 and the FMG 30008 CO detectors, you will find some screw terminals (Fig. 7B),
which offer the following options in the event of an alarm:
The FMG 30015 CO detector is fitted with a floating contact, which means that the device can be connected to
other equipment, such as a hazard alert system, an automatic telephone dialler or a warning light, etc.
With the FMG 30008 CO detector, you can set up a network with a maximum of 10 CO detectors. These can be
is not a linked to one another using a two-wire connection.
To access these screw terminals, push the cover plate down (Fig. 7A) and then slide this towards the centre of
the detector. Ensure correct polarity when wiring the device!
3. Before fixing the CO detector to the mounting plate, open the battery compartment by pressing the release button.
(Fig. 8A) while at the same time sliding the compartment cover downwards (Fig. 8B). Insert the 3 batteries
the right way round (Fig. 9) and make sure that the red pins are in contact with each battery. The detector will
confirm that the batteries are in place by emitting a short beep and all 3 LEDs (Fig. 8C) will light up briefly.
After a few seconds, the red and green LEDs will start flashing for approximately 5 minutes to indicate that the
device is in its warm-up mode.
4. Device activation is only complete once the CO detector has been attached to the mounting plate. If it is not,
the yellow fault LED will light up and the detector will emit an audible signal every 60 seconds after a period
of approximately 6 minutes (see „Table of Functions"). Place the detector on the mounting plate (Fig. 10) and
turn the device clockwise until it clicks into place. The yellow fault LED will go off and the audible signal will be
silenced, where applicable.
5. Close the battery compartment by replacing the cover and slide it upwards until it pops into place.
6. Test the device immediately by pressing the Test/Mute button (see Maintenance/Function test and Fig. 8B).
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