RWM250 - Key management system ABUS - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Optical smoke detector
Brand	ABUS
Model	RWM250 (compatible RWM50/RWM100)
Dimensions (height x diameter)	36 mm x 102 mm
Weight	Approx. 150 g (with battery)
Power supply	1 lithium battery 3 V (CR123A)
Battery life	Up to 5 years (model RWM100)
Detection principle	Photoelectric reflection
Alarm sound level	At least 85 dB at 3 m
Optical signaling	Red LED flashing every 6 minutes (standby)
Monitored area	40 m² indoors
Operating temperature range	0 °C to +45 °C
Relative humidity	10 % to 90 %
Applied standards	EN 14604-2005, DIN 14676
Silence function (mute)	Yes, activated by pressing the test/stop button for approx. 9 minutes
Function test	Long press (5 s) on test/stop button; alternative: ABUS test spray
Low battery warning	Beep every 43 seconds for approx. 30 days
Recommended mounting	On ceiling, at least 15 cm from wall and 50 cm from corners
Maintenance and cleaning	Gentle vacuuming or brush; surface with slightly soapy cloth; avoid water and chemicals
Safety	Do not open, paint or cover; replace every 10 years
Warranty	2 years (excluding batteries)
Spare parts and repairability	Not user-repairable; no spare parts available
General information	Manufacturer: ABUS August Bremicker Söhne KG, Altenhofer Weg 25, 58300 Wetter, Germany

Frequently Asked Questions - RWM250 ABUS

How to test the RWM250 smoke detector?

Press and hold (approx. 5 seconds) the lower segment of the cover (test/stop button). If the alarm sounds, the device is working correctly. You can also use the ABUS test spray.

What to do in case of a false alarm?

If you are certain it is not a fire, press the test/stop button to activate silence mode for approx. 9 minutes. The LED flashes every 10 seconds. After this time, if smoke is still detected, the alarm resumes.

How to replace the detector battery?

Turn the detector counterclockwise to remove it from its base. Remove the old battery and insert a new 3 V lithium battery (CR123A) respecting polarity. Reinstall the detector and perform a function test.

Which battery to use for the RWM250?

Use a 3 V lithium battery type CR123A. For maximum lifespan, prefer recommended brands: DESAY, Ramway, Duracell Ultra (for RWM50) or EVE, PAIRDEER (for RWM100).

Where to install the smoke detector?

Mount it on the ceiling, preferably in the center of the room. Keep at least 15 cm from walls and 50 cm from corners. Avoid kitchens, bathrooms, and garages to prevent false alarms.

What to do in case of a fire alarm?

Leave the premises immediately without wasting time. Close doors behind you. Warn neighbors, especially children and hearing-impaired persons. Call the fire department from outside the building. Do not re-enter until emergency services allow.

How to clean the smoke detector?

Gently vacuum dust from the ventilation openings or use a brush. For the surface, use a cloth slightly dampened with soapy water. Never use water, chemicals, or abrasive cleaners.

What is the lifespan of the detector?

The detector must be replaced no later than every 10 years. The battery should be changed as soon as the low battery signal sounds (beep every 43 seconds).

Is the detector under warranty?

Yes, the warranty is 2 years from the date of purchase. It covers material and manufacturing defects, but not batteries or damage from improper use. Keep the receipt.

How to know if the battery is low?

The detector emits a beep every 43 seconds for about 30 days before the battery is completely exhausted. Replace the battery as soon as this signal sounds.

USER MANUAL RWM250 ABUS

User manual Smoke alarm devices

Contents

Device description 18
Safety information 20
Warranty 22
Declaration of conformity and declaration of performance 23
Commissioning and hardware Installation 24
Cleaning and disposal | Maintenance and inspection 28

Device description, see diagramm 1

Item	Benennung	Bemerkung
1	Sound outlet
2	LED status lamp	The status lamp is under the cover and shines through it.
3	Battery compartment
4	Detector base	With mounting holes
5	Test/Stop button	Press the lower section of the housing cover to actuate the Test/Stop button.

Function and features

Smoke detection	Photoelectric reflection
Sound level	At least 85 dB at a distance of 3 metres
Optical alarm display	LED flashes every 6 Minutes
Temperature range	0°C to +45°C
Humidity	10% to 90%
Power supply	1 x 3V lithium battery
Power consumption	Max. 25 mA
Environmental conditions	Only approved for indoor use
Battery service life	RWM50: 1-2 years RWM100: up to 5 years
Audible battery warning	Approx. 30 days before discharge
Height	36 mm
Diameter	102 mm
Applied standards	EN 14604-2005
Area of application	DIN 14676

The manufacturer reserves the right to make technical modifications at any time.

Scope of delivery

• RWM50/RWM100 smoke detector, including battery
  This user manual
  Installation material

Explanation of symbols

The following symbols are used in this manual and on the device:

Symbol	Signal word	Meaning
!	Warning	Indicates risk of injury or health hazards.
!	Warning	Indicates risk of injury or health hazards caused by electrical voltage.
!	Important	Indicates possible damage to device/accessories.
i	Note	Indicates important information.

Warning

• The smoke detector does not detect gas, steam, heat or fire/flames. Detectors with special sensors are required for this.
• People with hearing impairments may not be able to hear the alarm. Special alarms with visible signalisation are available for such cases.
• Smoke detectors help save lives. Therefore, for safety's sake, you should regularly test the battery and the operation of the detector. For day-to-day use, remember that the smoke detector cannot prevent fires but simply provides signalization in the event of one. For your own safety, please replace smoke detectors every ten years at the latest.
• Very high electromagnetic radiation can cause malfunctions. Therefore, do not install the detector near strong magnets or devices which produce electromagnetic radiation.

The smoke detector works optically by measuring smoke particles that penetrate into its measurement chamber.

When the alarm threshold is exceeded, a loud alarm sounds.

The alarm is switched off as soon as there is no more smoke in the measuring chamber.

• Surveillance area: 40m^2 within a room
• Battery operated (1 x 3 V battery)
  Automatic battery state monitoring
• Battery compartment check (the smoke detector can only be installed when the battery is fitted)
• Optical LED indicator lamp and acoustic alarm
  Simple installation

Warranty:

• ABUS products are designed and manufactured with the greatest care and tested according to the applicable regulations.
• Notwithstanding statutory warranty claims, ABUS August Bremicker Söhne KG, Altenhofer Weg 25, 58300 Wetter therefore offers a two-year warranty on the RWM50 and RWM100 VdS smoke detectors, starting on the date of sale to the consumer.
• The warranty only covers defects caused by material or manufacturing errors. If there are demonstrable material or manufacturing errors, the smoke detector will be repaired or replaced at the manufacturer's discretion.
• In such cases, the warranty end when the original warranty period of 2 years expires. All further claims are expressly rejected.
• The warranty does not cover the batteries supplied.
• ABUS will not be held liable for defects and damage caused by external influences (e.g. transport, use of force, operating errors), inappropriate use, normal wear and tear or failure to observe the instructions in this manual.
• In the event of a warranty claim, the original receipt with the date of purchase and a short description of the problem must be supplied along with the smoke detector.
• If you discover a defect on your smoke detector which existed at the time of purchase, contact your dealer directly within the first two years.

Proper use

Only use the device for the purpose which is was designed and built for. Any other use is considered inappropriate. This device may only be used for the following purpose(s):

• Detecting fire/smoke in private households

Declaration of conformity

ABUS August Bremicker Söhne KG, Altenhofer Weg 25, 58300 Wetter, hereby declares that the RWM50/RWM100 complies with the basic requirements and other relevant terms of the 2004/108/EG. For further information on the CE declaration or to view the CE declaration, please get in touch with ABUS August Bremicker Söhne KG, Kundenservicecenter, Altenhofer Weg 25, 58300 Wetter.

Declaration of performance 2015RWM50/2015RWM100

This smoke detector has been tested and certified as a construction product in accordance with Regulation EU 305/2011. It has been manufactured subject to monitoring by regular and independent inspections for unchanges in compliance with legal and normative requirements.

Please enter the smoke detector model (RWM50 or RWM100) in the search field at the top right and then go to downloads. Double click to select the declaration of performance. In addition, you can also find here the data sheet and operating instructions for the smoke detector.

Warning

Observe the following instructions to prevent any failure of the device:

• Do not cover the device.

• Do not paint over the device or cover it with wallpaper.

• Never open the device or attempt to repair it, as its function can then no longer be guaranteed. Failure to observe this instruction will invalidate the warranty.
• Do not use the device if it has been dropped or damaged in any other way.
• If you pass on the device to someone else, you must include this user manual.

Before operation

Warning

• Keep children away from the packaging - there is a risk of suffocation.
• Remove all packaging material before using the device.

What to do when you hear the alarm

• Leave the premises immediately. Every second counts – there is no time to get dressed or gather valuable belongings. Use the emergency escape routes.
• Warn your fellow residents and make sure they also leave - especially children and people with impaired hearing.
• Do not open doors without first checking the surface. Do not open a door if it is hot or you see smoke under it. Use an alternative escape route. If the surface is cool, push against it with your shoulder, slightly open it and be prepared to close it again if there is heat, smoke or fire behind it.
• If there is smoke in the air, keep close to the floor and breathe through a damp cloth if possible.
• Close the doors after leaving the room.
• Once you have left the building, go to the agreed assembly point and do not go back inside.
  Call the fire brigade from outside the burning building.
• Notify the fire brigade of the situation inside the building.

For recommended installation locations, see the diagram 2

• Position the smoke detector directly on the ceiling in the centre of the room.
• Priority rooms: living rooms, bedrooms and children's playrooms.
• If you have more than one bedroom, each one should be fitted with a smoke detector.

• To monitor corridors, you should also fit smoke detectors there, because stairwells are particularly susceptible to fires due to the chimney effect. Long corridors might require several smoke detectors.

• The distance between smoke detectors should not be more than 8 metres.

• When fitting on the ceiling, make sure that the smoke detectors are at least 15cm from the side walls and 50cm from the corners.

Warning

Avoid the following locations to prevent malfunctions of the smoke detector:

• Places where expected temperature variations are greater than the ambient operating temperature (+0^ to +45^)
• laces where draughts can keep smoke away from the detector, such as near windows, doors or ventilation shafts.
• Places where vapour, increased air humidity or exhaust fumes may trigger false alarms, e.g. in kitchens, bathrooms or garages.
• Places where dust or dirt could impair the function of the smoke detector.
• The highest point in rooms with gable ceilings. The distance to the highest point of the gable should be at least 30~cm .

For installation and attachment, see the diagram 3

Warning

• When marking out the drill holes, make sure there are no electrical wires or cables, pipes or other important components behind them.
• If in doubt, consult an expert before drilling.

• If you are fitting the smoke detector in a vehicle (such as a camper or caravan), you must contact the manufacturer or your local dealer first for information on the most suitable location.

• Loosen the smoke detector from the base of the housing by turning it anticlockwise. Mark the drill holes through the base.

• Drill the holes, put in the plugs and screw in the base.
• Remove the transport safety device (discharge protection for the battery) on the negative battery terminal of the detector (see the diagram 1) and fasten the smoke detector by twisting it clockwise onto the base. The detector has a safety device that prevents installation without a battery.
• If you cannot fasten the smoke detector to the base: Check whether the battery is correctly inserted and connected.

Operation and function (test)

• The smoke detector is ready for use as soon as you put in the battery.
• Under the housing cover there is an indicator lamp which flashes every 344 seconds (about 6 minutes) to show that the battery is correctly inserted and is delivering enough power to generate an alarm.
• Check the function of the smoke detector at regular intervals. Press the lower section of the housing cover for 5 seconds. If you hear a signal, the device is working properly and can be fastened. By testing the device electronics, the mute function is automatically activated for 9 minutes, during which time the LED will flash once every 10 seconds. After this 9-minute period, the detector will automatically return to normal operating mode, in which the LED will again flash once approximately every 6 minutes.
• Alternatively, you can use the RM test spray available from ABUS to test the smoke detector. If the RM test spray enters the detection chamber, an alarm should sound, so that you can test whether the detector is working properly.

Attention, loud alarm sound, hearing protection use!

Replacing the battery

• If the battery is low, the smoke detector beeps once every 43 seconds (for up to 30 days) to remind you to replace the battery.
• You must change this battery when you hear this signal.
• Loosen the detector from the detector base by turning it in an anticlockwise direction, remove the old battery and insert a new battery into the detector with the correct polarity (see diagram 1).
• Even so, the smoke detector remains functional in this condition.
• You must test the smoke detector each time you change the battery.
• Carry out the test as detailed above.

Note

To ensure a long service life and reliable operation, we recommend using the following high-quality batteries:

RWM50: DESAY CR123A, Ramway CR123A, Duracell Ultra 123
RWM100:EVE CR123A, PAIRDEER CR123A

Alarms and error signals

When the alarm threshold is exceeded, a loud alarm sounds.

• The alarm continues sounding as long as there is smoke in the detection chamber.
• The alarm is only switched off when there is no more smoke in the detection chamber.

What to do if there is a false alarm?

A false alarm can occur due to very high air humidity, the build-up of smoke whilst cooking or a large build-up of dust, or smallest insects for example.

• If the alarm sounds, first get yourself to safety. If you are certain that it is a false alarm, you can switch the alarm mute for about 9 minutes by pressing the test/stop button.

• The smoke detector will switch off automatically once the smoke particles have left the smoke chamber inside the detector.

Mute:

The alarm can be deactivated by pressing the test/stop button temporarily for about 9 minutes. If the mute function is active, the red LED will flash once approximately every 10 seconds. If, after this 9-minute mute period, fire smoke is still detected in the smoke measuring chamber, the acoustic alarm will sound again. Only activate the alarm mute function when you are absolutely sure that you can exclude a cause of fire!

Note

• Protect the device from dust, dirt and moisture.

Maintenance and inspection

A smoke detector must always be at least once a year in accordance with DIN 14676 are checked for functionality. A functional test can be triggered by prolonged activation of the test/stop button with this smoke alarm (5 in Figure 1). The LED then flashes quickly and it is a confirmation tone.

Cleaning

• Dusty detectors must be cleaned. You can clean dust from the air vents of the detector using a vacuum cleaner or compressed air. If necessary, you can remove the dust with a brush.
• When changing the battery, carefully clean the detection chamber with a vacuum cleaner to remove any dust or dirt.
• You can clean the surface using a cloth slightly dampened in soapy water.

Important

• Do not allow water to penetrate inside the device.
• Do not clean the device in a dishwasher.
• Do not use sharp, pointed, abrasive or corrosive cleaning materials or hard brushes.
• Do not use chemicals.
• Do not use flammable liquids for cleaning.

Information on the EU directive on waste electrical and electronic equipment

To protect the environment, do not dispose of the device with domestic refuse at the end of its service life. It can be disposed of at one of the appropriate collection points in your country. Please obey your local regulations when disposing of matrial

Dispose of the device in accordance with EU directive 2002/96/EC - WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment). If you have any questions, please contact the department of your local authority which is responsible for waste disposal. Used equipment can be disposed of, for example, by your local or municipal authority, the local waste disposal company or your dealer.

Information on handling batteries

• Make sure that batteries are kept away from small children. Children may put batteries in their mouths and swallow them. This can cause serious harm to their health. If this happens, consult a doctor immediately.
• Do not charge normal batteries, heat them up or throw them into naked flames (they may explode).
• Change low batteries in good time.
• Always change all the batteries at the same time and use batteries of the same type.

Important

• Leaky or damaged batteries can cause chemical burns in contact with the skin. In this case, wear protective gloves. Clean the battery compartment with a dry cloth.
• Do not charge normal batteries, heat them up or throw them into naked flames (they may explode).

Important information on disposing of batteries

Your product uses batteries which are subject to the European directive 2006/66/EC and may not be disposed of with domestic refuse. Find out about the regulations for the separate collection of batteries which apply in your country. Proper disposal of batteries helps prevent harm to health and the environment.

Batteries that contain harmful chemicals are labelled with these signs:

Pb = battery contains lead

Cd = battery contains cadmium

Hg = battery contains mercury

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