1、BSI Standards PublicationBS EN 50292:2013Electrical apparatus for thedetection of carbon monoxidein domestic premises, caravansand boats Guide on theselection, installation, use andmaintenanceBS EN 50292:2013 BRITISH STANDARDNational forewordThis British Standard is the UK implementation of EN 50292
2、:2013. Itsupersedes BS EN 50292:2002 which is withdrawn.The UK participation in its preparation was entrusted to TechnicalCommittee EXL/31/1, Gas detectors.A list of organizations represented on this committee can beobtained on request to its secretary.This publication does not purport to include al
3、l the necessaryprovisions of a contract. Users are responsible for its correctapplication. The British Standards Institution 2013. Published by BSI StandardsLimited 2013ISBN 978 0 580 57013 1ICS 13.320Compliance with a British Standard cannot confer immunity fromlegal obligations.This British Standa
4、rd was published under the authority of theStandards Policy and Strategy Committee on 30 November 2013.Amendments issued since publicationDate Text affectedBS EN 50292:2013EUROPEAN STANDARD EN 50292 NORME EUROPENNE EUROPISCHE NORM August 2013 CENELEC European Committee for Electrotechnical Standardi
5、zation Comit Europen de Normalisation Electrotechnique Europisches Komitee fr Elektrotechnische Normung Management Centre: Avenue Marnix 17, B - 1000 Brussels 2013 CENELEC - All rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reserved worldwide for CENELEC members. Ref. No. EN 50292:2013 E ICS 1
6、3.320 Supersedes EN 50292:2001 English version Electrical apparatus for the detection of carbon monoxide in domestic premises, caravans and boats - Guide on the selection, installation, use and maintenance Appareils lectriques pour la dtection de monoxyde de carbone dans les locaux usage domestique,
7、 caravanes et bateaux - Guide de slection, dinstallation, dutilisation et de maintenance Elektrische Gerte fr die Detektion von Kohlenmonoxid in Wohnhusern, Caravans und Booten - Leitfaden fr Auswahl, Installation, Benutzung und Instandhaltung This European Standard was approved by CENELEC on 2013-0
8、7-15. CENELEC members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this European Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such national standards may be obt
9、ained on application to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre or to any CENELEC member. This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by translation under the responsibility of a CENELEC member into its own language and notified
10、to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre has the same status as the official versions. CENELEC members are the national electrotechnical committees of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, France, Germany, Greec
11、e, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and the United Kingdom. BS EN 50292:2013EN 50292:2013 - 2 - Contents Page Foreword . 3 Introduction . 4 1 Scope 5 2 No
12、rmative references 5 3 Terms and definitions . 5 4 Sources of carbon monoxide . 7 4.1 General information 7 4.2 Normal exposure levels 7 4.3 Burning of carbonaceous materials for heating and cooking 7 4.4 Uncontrolled burning 8 4.5 Tobacco smoking 8 4.6 Internal combustion engines 8 4.7 Migration of
13、 CO 8 5 Installation 8 5.1 General . 8 5.2 Location of the apparatus . 8 5.3 Types of apparatus 10 6 Executive functions (type A apparatus only) 11 6.1 General . 11 6.2 Shut-off valve . 11 6.3 Ventilation fan 11 6.4 Mains electrical switch 11 6.5 Remote alarm . 11 6.6 Additional visual alarm . 12 6.
14、7 Link between detector and ancillary device . 12 7 Advice to the user 12 7.1 Use of alarm . 12 7.2 Manufacturers instructions . 12 7.3 Location 12 7.4 Power supply . 12 7.5 Indicators 12 7.6 Alarms . 13 7.7 Maintenance . 13 7.8 Lifetimes . 13 8 Emergency actions 13 Annex A (informative) Health effe
15、cts . 15 A.1 Toxic effects . 15 A.2 Chronic effects on high risk groups 16 A.3 Normal COHb levels 17 A.4 Tobacco smoking 17 Annex B (informative) Philosophy of setting alarm points . 18 Bibliography 20 BS EN 50292:2013- 3 - EN 50292:2013 Foreword This document (EN 50292:2013) has been prepared by CL
16、C/TC 216, “Gas detectors“. The following dates are fixed: latest date by which this document has to be implemented at national level by publication of an identical national standard or by endorsement (dop) 2014-07-15 latest date by which the national standards conflicting with this document have to
17、be withdrawn (dow) 2016-07-15 This document supersedes EN 50292:2001. EN 50292:2013 includes the following significant technical changes with respect to EN 50292:2001 (various minor changes have also been made). Title and definitions are revised to be more general, i.e. to cover domestic premises, b
18、oats and caravans. This is a result of the splitting of EN 50291 into EN 50291-1 and EN 50291-2. In 4.3.1 of EN 50292:2001, incorrect terminology “warm air systems“ is replaced by “ducted air heaters“ (in 4.3.2 of EN 50292:2013). In 4.7, a more general title replaces the previous one as CO migration
19、 applies not only to multi-occupancy and multi-storey buildings but also to any premises connected to other premises, such as semi-detached and terrace premises, where the migration of CO is possible. In 5.2.1 and 5.2.2, the use of caravans and boats is included in installation/location information.
20、 In 5.3, an additional type of apparatus is added, capable of identifying lower concentrations of CO than would be needed to trigger an alarm. Such features are available in certain products, and may be useful to some at-risk groups, especially people who have respiratory health issues. In 6.2, the
21、text is modified so that triggering a shut-off valve should be on the main gas supply, ideally at the gas meter/cylinder outlet, so that the entire installation is isolated (and not only individual appliances as stated in the previous version), as the source may not be that appliance. In 6.4, the te
22、xt is modified to state that it is more important that the gas supply is isolated rather than the electrical supply. There is no need to make an exception for a gas appliance with an electrical connection. The carbon monoxide detection apparatus should not be used to operate the mains electrical swi
23、tch, since such action may create unnecessary hazard for occupants of the premises. A new subclause 7.1 “Use of alarm“ is added. It includes the requirement to advise the user that a CO alarm does not replace the correct installation, commissioning and regular maintenance by a competent person. This
24、 is required in the instruction booklet by EN 50291-1:2010, 4.7.4, item n. NOTE This was already stated in the introduction to EN 50292 but it is emphasised in the new 7.1. In 7.5, text relating to hydrogen interference is added. In Clause 8, recommendation to isolate the emergency control valve for
25、 gas installations is added. In Clause 8, text advising that the Gas Emergency Service Provider should be contacted in the first instance is added. A new Figure A.1 is added, showing CO-concentration and exposure time curves for various COHb levels including 2,5 % COHb (the protection level recommen
26、ded by WHO). In A.2, text about health effects on vulnerable groups, derived from WHO, is added. Figure B.1 is modified to illustrate how alarm set points in EN 50291-1 align with the 2,5 % and 5 % COHb curves, providing a more practical rationale rather than the previous theoretical one. BS EN 5029
27、2:2013EN 50292:2013 - 4 - Introduction This European Standard is intended to be a guide for people who, in the course of their professional activities, are required to install apparatus for the detection of carbon monoxide (CO) in domestic premises. It is also aimed at anyone who might supply such d
28、etectors to members of the public for subsequent installation according to national regulations, so that advice may be given based on good engineering practice. Apparatus for the detection of carbon monoxide are not a substitute for good installation and regular servicing of fuel burning appliances
29、or regular cleaning of chimneys, although they may provide an added margin of reassurance for users. Domestic carbon monoxide detectors with or without some form of executive function may overcome fears of fuel safety and may be particularly beneficial in certain circumstances. It is necessary to un
30、derstand that carbon monoxide toxicity may have different consequences according to the physical condition of the individual. Thus, a carbon monoxide detector designed according to EN 50291 series may not fully safeguard individuals with specific medical conditions. Carbon monoxide detectors are not
31、 intended to be used as an alternative to a smoke alarm. BS EN 50292:2013- 5 - EN 50292:2013 1 Scope This European Standard serves as a guide on the selection, installation, use and maintenance of apparatus for the detection of carbon monoxide, intended for continuous operation in a fixed installati
32、on in domestic premises, caravans and boats. This guide is intended to cover any type of domestic or residential accommodation, including leisure accommodation vehicles such as touring and static caravans, and motor homes; and recreational craft such as canal barges. Some static caravans are used as
33、 permanent dwellings, in such cases EN 50291-1 is appropriate. For all other types of caravan, EN 50291-2 is appropriate. This guide should be read in conjunction with EN 50291-1 and EN 50291-2 together with any additional relevant national or local regulations. This European Standard refers to the
34、installation of two types of apparatus: a) Type A apparatus, to provide a visual and audible alarm and an executive action in the form of an output signal that can be used to actuate directly or indirectly a ventilation or other ancillary device; b) Type B apparatus, to provide a visual and audible
35、alarm only. This European Standard excludes apparatus for the detection of combustible gases (see EN 50244) and for industrial installations or commercial premises. 2 Normative references The following documents, in whole or in part, are normatively referenced in this document and are indispensable
36、for its application. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies. EN 1775, Gas supply Gas pipework for buildings Maximum operating pressure less than or equal to 5 bar Functional recomm
37、endations 3 Terms and definitions For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply: 3.1 domestic premises any house or building, or part thereof, residential park homes, or non-recreational boats such as canal barges, being the place of residence or home of a household, f
38、amily or person 3.2 fixed installation apparatus which is intended to have all parts except replaceable batteries permanently installed 3.3 sensor assembly in which the sensing element is housed that may contain associated circuit component 3.4 sensing element device, the output of which will change
39、 in the presence of carbon monoxide 3.5 continuous operation apparatus that is continuously powered with continuous or intermittent automatic sensing BS EN 50292:2013EN 50292:2013 - 6 - 3.6 apparatus carbon monoxide detection device, comprising the sensor, remote sensor if applicable, alarm indicato
40、rs and any other circuit components, power supply and, for type A apparatus, a means of providing an output signal Note 1 to entry: Carbon monoxide detection devices may also be generically termed “gas detectors” or “CO alarms”, 3.7 volume ratio V/V ratio of the volume of carbon monoxide to the volu
41、me of the gas mixture Note 1 to entry: Volume ratio (V/V) is often expressed in units of parts per million (ppm); it is commonly referred to as concentration. 3.8 output signal signal characterised by a standby and an activation state, by which action may be initiated Note 1 to entry: In many cases,
42、 such action will entail triggering an ancillary device. 3.9 warm-up time time interval between the time when the apparatus is switched on and the time when the apparatus is fully operational 3.10 alarm set point fixed setting of the apparatus that determines the volume ratio and duration of exposur
43、e at which the apparatus will automatically initiate an alarm and, for type A apparatus, an output signal 3.11 fault signal visual, audible or other type of output indicating a faulty or failed apparatus 3.12 mains-powered apparatus apparatus designed to be powered by the normal domestic mains elect
44、rical supply, with or without an additional power source 3.13 battery-powered apparatus apparatus designed to be powered by batteries only 3.14 leisure accommodation vehicle vehicles including caravans, caravan holiday homes and motor caravans (EN 13878), also known as touring and static caravans an
45、d motor homes Note 1 to entry: Other motorised vehicles like trucks are known to have residential accommodation. They are not leisure accommodation vehicles but are considered as similar vehicles in this European Standard. 3.15 recreational craft boat of a minimum length of 2,5 m and a maximum lengt
46、h of 24 m as specified in Directive 94/25/EC, which is intended for sports or leisure purposes BS EN 50292:2013- 7 - EN 50292:2013 4 Sources of carbon monoxide 4.1 General information Carbon monoxide is a colourless, odourless, non-irritating gas which is classified as a chemical asphyxiant, whose t
47、oxic action is a direct result of the hypoxia produced by a given exposure (see Annex A and Annex B). 4.2 Normal exposure levels Carbon monoxide can be generated within the home or enter from outside. The normal average background levels of carbon monoxide in domestic premises, measured over periods
48、 of 1 h to 24 h, are less than 10 ppm. In cases of climatic inversion, higher levels of carbon monoxide are possible. 4.3 Burning of carbonaceous materials for heating and cooking 4.3.1 General Most of the carbon monoxide in the environment is produced during combustion of carbonaceous material, e.g
49、. solid fuels (such as coal, coke and wood), liquid fuels (such as oil and petrol) and gaseous fuels (such as natural gas, town gas and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG). It should be noted that town gas is still used in some EU countries and it can contain a significant proportion of carbon monoxide prior to combustion. The proportion and constituents of the combustion products from carbonaceous fuels will depend on the particular fuel and the combustion conditions. Varying concentrations of carbon monoxide are produced from most com
