RWM140 - Smoke detector ABUS - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Smoke Detector
Brand	ABUS
Model	RWM140
Power Supply	Built-in 3 V lithium battery (non-replaceable)
Detection Principle	Optical (photoelectric reflection)
Sound Pressure	> 85 dB(A) at 3 m
Coverage Area	Maximum 40 m² per room
Operating Temperature	0 °C to 40 °C
Relative Humidity	10 % to 93 % (non-condensing)
Service Life	10 years + 6 months after production date
Standard	EN 14604:2005/AC:2008
Certifications	1772-CPR-160955, vfdb 14/01 (Q)
Mounting	Ceiling only
Functions	Test/Silence button, alarm mute 10 min, self-diagnosis, low battery indicator
Visual Indicator	Red LED indicator (normal flash every 40 s, alarm flash synchronously)

Frequently Asked Questions - RWM140 ABUS

Where should the RWM140 smoke detector be installed?

Install the detector on the ceiling, preferably in the center of the room, at least 50 cm from walls, furniture, and lamps. In sloping attics >20°, place it between 0.5 m and 1 m from the highest point. Avoid kitchens, bathrooms, and damp areas.

How to test the device function?

Press the test/silence button for at least 3 seconds until the red LED lights up, then release within 2 seconds. The audible alarm sounds, confirming proper operation. Perform this test regularly and after installation.

What to do in case of false alarm?

False alarms can be caused by steam, dust, kitchen smoke, or insects. Identify the source and ventilate. If necessary, activate the alarm mute by pressing the test/silence button for 3 seconds (10 minutes of silence). Only use it in the absence of real danger.

Is the battery replaceable?

No, the 3 V lithium battery is built-in and non-replaceable. When the detector beeps every 40 seconds, it indicates a low battery. Replace the entire detector (service life: about 10 years).

How to clean the smoke detector?

Gently vacuum the ventilation slots to remove dust. You can also use a brush or slightly damp cloth (soapy water). Do not use abrasive products and avoid water ingress inside.

What is the service life of the RWM140?

The detector must be replaced no later than 10 years + 6 months after the production date. The date is printed on the label on the back. After this period, the electronic components age and sensitivity decreases.

What to do if the detector beeps every 40 seconds with no smoke present?

This may indicate a low battery or dirt. If you have cleaned it and the beeping persists, the detector must be replaced. The low battery beep also sounds every 43 seconds for at least 30 days before complete failure.

Can the smoke detector be painted?

No, do not paint or cover the detector. This would block the smoke openings and compromise its operation. The device must remain free of any coating.

How to activate the detector after installation?

After mounting the base and snapping the detector into place, insert the safety pin into the lateral opening. Then press the test/silence button for 3 seconds until the red LED lights up, then release. An audible signal confirms activation.

Where not to install the detector?

Avoid rooms with constant humidity (bathroom), extreme temperature (<0°C or >45°C), drafts near vents, and areas with heavy dust or grease (kitchen, workshop). Do not install outdoors.

USER MANUAL RWM140 ABUS

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User manual Smoke alarm device

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Follow the instructions to ensure proper operation! Smoke detectors help save lives! Please keep save this instruction for use!

Contents

Introduction 23

Scope of delivery 25

Safety instructions....25

Technical data 27

Functions and technical features 27

Emergency procedure when alarm sounds 28

Location selection 29

Installation and operation 33

Display and functions 34

Care and maintenance 38

Warranty 40

Disposal 40

Declaration of performance 41

Declaration of conformity....41

Notes to accompany user manual

Dear customer,

We are delighted that you have chosen our product and thank you for your trust. You have made a good choice. This smoke alarm device was developed and manufactured with great care in order to help draw your attention to any fire risk in good time. Please read this user manual thoroughly and observe all the instructions provided, as this will enable best use of the device. This manual serves as the fitting and maintenance instructions.

Introduction

Intended use

The device should only be used for its originally intended purpose! The product is not intended for any other use! This device may only be used for the following purpose(s):

- Detecting and raising the alarm of household fires or for similar applications in the living areas

Limitation of liability

Your rights are limited to the repair or replacement of this product in the same condition that it was delivered. ABUS accepts no liability for any special, incidentally arising or consequential damage, including, but not limited to, loss of revenue, loss of profit, restrictions in use of the software, loss or recovery of data, costs for replacement facilities, down times, damage to property and claims by third parties, including those arising from contractual or legal claims for recovery or those arising under damage legislation, notwithstanding other restricted or legally implicit warranty provisions or in cases where the limited warranty is not valid, the scope of liability of ABUS is limited to the purchase price of the product. The contents of these instructions may be altered without prior notice.

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Introduction | Scope of delivery

1 3 AIDS 2 4 5

Item Name Comment
1 Sound outlet opening
2 Control light (LED)	The control light is located under the lid and shines through it.
3 Test/stop button	The test/stop button is activated by pressing the lower segment of the cover.
4 Detector base with mounting holes
5 Smoke inlet opening

Packaging

• Keep packaging materials and components away from children – a lack of suffocation!
• Remove all packaging before using device.

Scope of delivery

• ABUS smoke alarm device including built-in battery
- Operating instructions
• Installation equipment

Safety information

Safety information

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

Symbol Signal word Meaning
	Danger	Warning message regarding risk of injury or health risk.
	Danger	Warning message regarding risk of injury or health risk due to electrical voltage.
	Important	Safety advice concerning possible damage to device / accessories.
	Note Note regarding important information.

Battery recommendations

The device is powered by a built-in 3 V lithium battery with 3 V DC. Battery is non-replaceable and non-rechargeable!

High direct heat may damage the batteries. For this reason, you should not place the device on heat sources (such as radiators) or in direct sunlight.

Functions

To ensure correct operation of device, please observe the following points:

• Do not cover the device!
• Do not paint or cover device with wallpaper!
• Do not open or attempt to repair the device under any circumstances.
  Non-observance of the above points will render the guarantee void.

- The device is rendered unsuitable for use once it has been dropped or any other damage has been suffered.

Technical data

Power supply DC 3 V Lithium Battery (built-in)

Smoke detection photoelectric reflection

Visual operating display LED flashes once per second

Electric consumption < 8 μA (standby) || 50 mA (alarm)

Operating temperature 0° to 40°C

Air humidity 10 % to 93 % (non-condensing)

Sound pressure > 85 dB (A)@3 m

Alarm mute mode 10 minutes

Detection range max. 40 m2 within a single room

Installation location ceiling (internal rooms only)

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In order to avoid injuries, this device must be reliably fixed to the ceiling as per installation instructions.

Functions and technical features

• The smoke alarm does not detect gases, vapours, heat and fire/flames!
• It is possible that people with limited hearing may not hear the alarm! For such cases special alarms with optical signalling are available.
• Especially high electromagnetic radiation may affect unit operation. Therefore, do not install the alarm near devices which emit electromagnetic radiation or close to magnets.

Functions and technical features | Emergency procedure when alarm sounds

• This smoke alarm works according to the principles of optics (photoelectric reflection) and contains a measuring chamber in which penetrating smoke particles are measured.
• If the alarm threshold is exceeded, a loud, audible alarm will sound.
• The alarm will switch itself off as soon as the measuring chamber becomes smokefree again.

Emergency procedure when alarm sounds

(1) Alert all co-residents

(2) Offer assistance to children, disabled and elderly people and invalids.

(3) Close all windows and doors behind you.

(4) Leave the building immediately.

(5) Do not use the elevators.

(6) Alert the fire service: tel. 112

Choosing a location

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    A["Bedroom"] --> B["RWM"]
    C["Children's room"] --> D["RWM"]
    E["Living room"] --> F["RWM"]
    G["Kitchen"] --> H["RWM"]
    I["Boiler / utility room"] --> J["RWM"]
    K["Work room / workshop"] --> L["RWM"]
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    A["Bedroom"] --> B["Bathroom Kitchen"]
    B --> C["Children's Room"]
    C --> D["Children's Room"]
    D --> E["Living Room"]
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Smoke alarms should be regarded as a minimum level of equipment RWM in all sleeping rooms, children's rooms and corridors or passages used as escape routes; one alarm should be fitted in the centre of each room, always on the ceiling (no wall mounting / Fig. 2). Select the highest point in the room for mounting, with a minimum distance of 50 cm from any wall, furniture or lamps. In the case of sloping ceilings with an angle of over 20^ , detectors should be installed 0.5 - 1 m away from the highest point. Your installation is optimised RWM by also installing the devices in all other rooms as well as on all landings. A smoke alarm is not normally required in washrooms (bathroom, WC etc.) owing to the low fire risk in these rooms.

Please observe the illustrations in this manual!

Choosing a location

Special case: installation in a hallway with a width of < 3 m

RWM RWM 3 m v < 15 m < 3 m < 7,5 m

• Maximum distance from the front walls: 7.5 m
• Maximum distance between detectors: 15 m
• Installation on the mitre line between intersecting crossings, T-junctions and corner areas

Special case: installation in an L-shaped room

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• Total area of < 60 ~m^2 : installation on the mitre line
• Total area of >60 ~m^2 : each side is treated as a separate room

Special case: ceiling beams

< 36 m² RWM RWM

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• In the case of ceiling beams measuring > 0.2 m and a total area of < 36 m², detectors should be installed in the centre of the room either on a beam or ceiling panel.
• In the case of ceiling beams measuring > 0.2 m and a total area of > 36 m ^2 , detectors should be installed in the centre of each ceiling panel and not on the beams.

Special case: mezzanines and landings

> 2 m > 2 m

- In the case of mezzanines and landings with a length and width of > 2 m and a total area of > 16 m ^2 , an additional smoke alarm should be installed in the centre of the surface area.

Choosing a location

Special case: sloped ceilings

0,5 - 1 m RWM > 20°

- There are no special requirements for ceilings sloped at an angle of < 20^ .

- In the case of ceilings sloped at an angle of >20^ , detectors should be installed 0.5–1 m away from the highest point.

Special case: partially sloped ceilings

> 1 m RWM > 20°

- The instructions for fully sloped ceilings apply for partially sloped ceilings with a horizontal ceiling surface measuring < 1 m in width.

- In the case of partially sloped ceilings with a horizontal ceiling surface measuring >1 m, detectors should be installed in the centre of the horizontal surface.

The smoke alarm should not be installed in the following areas

• outside (use only in internal rooms);
• in areas in which the alarm can be triggered by disturbances (steam, condensation, 'normal' smoke, fumes, dust, dirt or grease);
• next to ventilation or similar air inlets (draughts);
• in areas where temperatures may fall below 0^ C or exceed 40^ C .

Installation and operation

In order to mount the alarm on the ceiling, follow the steps in the order listed below:

1. Remove smoke alarm from the cover base by turning anti-clockwise.
2. Remove the locking pin located in the mounting socket (further use in step 7, is used for unintentional disassembly).
3. Mark the holes through the cover base.
4. Fit the required rawlplug into the drill hole and tightly screw in the detector base.

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In marking out your drill holes, ensure that no electrical wires cables, pipes or other installation components are located behind the installation point!

1. Then enter the current date (installation date) on the label on the reverse side of the alarm with a water and abrasion resistant pen (see illustration opposite).

Installationsdatum | Installation date | Date d'installation: ____ (DDMMYYYY)

z. B.: 02|01|2019

Installation and operation Display and functions

1. Attach smoke alarm by turning clockwise at the detector base. Small markings are found on the side of the detector base and on the alarm itself which make it easier to fit the alarm onto the base.
2. Insert the locking pin from step 2 into the designated side opening to prevent the alarm from turning (see next illustration).

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Setting up

The test key now has to be pressed for at least three seconds until the red signal LED lights up, and then released again within two seconds. The detector emits a signal tone when it has been activated successfully and is therefore ready for operation.

If this process has not been carried out, the alarm is not ready for operation and will not trigger an alarm in the event of an emergency.

Normal operating mode

The red LED light under the cover will flash approx. every 40 seconds in normal operating mode signalling that the alarm is ready for use.

Electronic test

Perform regular functional tests on your smoke alarm by holding down the test / stop button. The warning tone will sound and the red 'ALARM' LED light will flash. This does not signal that there is smoke in the room but it is confirmation that the smoke alarm is functioning correctly.

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By testing the device electronics, the mute function is automatically activated for 10 minutes, during which time the LED will flash once every

10 seconds. After this 10-minute period, the detector will automatically return to normal operating mode, in which the LED will again flash once approximately every 40 seconds.

Always test the functioning of the smoke alarm after installation.

Additionally, a regular inspection is recommended. Your hearing is protected by maintaining an arm's length distance between yourself and the device!

Audible and visual signals

Audible and visual signals

Mode Audible Visual Note
Normal operating mode	-	Red LED flashes approx. every 40 seconds	alarm functioning
Low battery beep approx. every 40 seconds		-	Replace alarm
Self-testing with automatic error message	beep approx. every 40 seconds	-	Cleaning or replacing the alarm
Electronic test Beep	Red LED flashes Mute function		activated
Alarm mute function	-	Red LED flashes approx. every 8 seconds	Mute function for 10 minutes
Alarm mode Frequent alarm sounds		Red LED flashes at the same time as alarm sounds	See chapter: “Emergency procedure when alarm sounds”

Low battery

Whenever the battery falls below a certain voltage level, the alarm will sound a warning signal (every 40 seconds). Whenever the warning signal sounds the alarm must be immediately replaced with a new one! The alarm has a built-in battery that cannot be replaced!

From the moment of the first battery warning, the alarm will still operate at full capability for at least another 30 days!

Self-test with automatic error message

The smoke alarm will perform a periodic self-test and it is able to recalibrate the sensitivity of the smoke measure chamber automatically in case of contamination. If the alarm's sensitivity trigger fails under the minimum required threshold level (e.g. due to excessive contamination of the smoke measure chamber), the unit will beep once every 40 seconds.

The error message does not clear upon cleaning of the alarm, then the alarm should be immediately replaced (see chapter entitled 'Care maintenance')!

Alarm mode

Upon detection of smoke, a loud, pulsating alarm tone will sound and the red LED light will flash simultaneously at short intervals. In this case, proceed as described under the chapter entitled ‘Emergency procedure when alarm sounds’.

Display and functions | Care and maintenance

Alarm mute function

Once the device is in alarm mode, the alarm sound can be deactivated for 10 minutes by pressing the test / stop button.

If the mute function is active, the red LED will flash once approximately every 8 seconds.

If, after this 10-minute mute period, fire smoke is still detected in the smoke measuring chamber, the acoustic alarm will sound again.

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Only activate the alarm mute function when you are absolutely sure that you can exclude a cause of fire!

Care and maintenance

What to do in case of false alarm?

Possible causes of false alarm include: Welding and cutting, soldering and other hot work, sawing and grinding, dust created from building work, e.g. cleaning, extreme electromagnetic effects, changes in temperature which lead to condensation in the alarm as well as small insects and pollen.

- If a false alarm is being caused by work close to the device, it should be temporarily covered up or removed. Upon completion of the work, it is imperative, however, that the device be returned to its original operating state and be checked!

Cleaning

The operation of every installed smoke alarm must be regularly checked and kept safe through maintenance measures in accordance with German DIN 14676 application standards. This includes an inspection at least once every 12 months ± 3 months, including maintenance and checking the performance of the warning signals. The results and measures taken should be documented accordingly.

• Dust covered alarms must be cleaned. Dust deposits in the alarm's air, nots can be sucked up or blown out.
• Dust can be removed with a brush if required.
• The surface area can be cleaned with a slightly damp and soapy cloth.
  • Take care that no liquids get into the apparatus!

Do not clean device in a dishwasher!

- Do not use any sharp, pointed, abrasive or caustic cleaning products, chemicals or hard brushes!

Maintenance

- The electronic components of each smoke alarm are subject to ageing. In addition, insect screens and smoke measure chambers will inevitably become contaminated over time.

- Operating life of the device:

The smoke alarm must be replaced no later than 10 years + 6 months after the manufacturing date.

Warranty

• ABUS products are designed and manufactured with great care and ted in accordance with applicable regulations.
• The warranty extends solely to defects that can be attributed to faulty materials or manufacturing at the time of purchase. If it can be proved that materials or manufacturing are faulty, the warranty provider agrees to repair or replace the smoke alarm at their own discretion.
• In such cases the warranty will end upon expiry of the original warranty period of 2 years. Any further claims are expressly excluded.
• The built-in or included batteries are not covered by the warranty.
• ABUS accepts no liability for defects or damage arising from external influences (e.g. through transport, excessive force, incorrect operation), improper use, normal wear and tear or non-observance of this manual.
• When making a warranty claim, the faulty smoke alarm should be accompanied by the original proof of purchase including purchase date and a short written description of the fault.
• If you discover a fault in the smoke alarm that was present at the time of purchase, please contact your dealer directly within the first two years.

Disposal

Your device should be disposed of according to WEEE EU Directive 2002/96/EC – WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment). In case of any queries, contact your local authority responsible for waste disposal. For information regarding collection points for used devices, contact your local city council, waste disposal company or dealer.

Declaration of Performance Declaration of Conformity

Declaration of Performance 2017RWM140

This smoke alarm has been tested and certified as a construction product in accordance with EU Regulation 305/2011. It has been manufactured subject to monitoring by regular and independent inspections for continued compliance with legal and normative requirements. The Declaration of Performance can be found at www.abus.com. Please enter smoke alarm type (RWM140) in the above right field, then go to downloads. Double-click here to view the Declaration of Performance. In addition, you will find here the datasheet and the user manual for the smoke alarm.

Conformity to VFDB (German Fire Protection Association) 14/01 (Q)

This product is certified to VFDB guidelines (Q).

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Declaration of Conformity

ABUS August Bremicker Söhne KG, Altenhofer Weg 25, 58300 Wetter hereby declares that the RWM140 complies with the essential requirements and the relevant provisions of EU Directive 2004/108/EG. For further information regarding the EU Declaration or to view the CE Declaration, please contact ABUS August Bremicker Söhne KG, Altenhofer Weg 25, 58300 Wetter, Germany.

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No liability for mistakes and printing errors.

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