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Model # CO600B Weight 4.0 oz Dimension 3.3"H x 4.8"L x 1.5"D Operating Voltage 120V AC 60 Hz Temperature Range 40°F (4°C) to 100°F (38°C) Humidity Range 10% to 95% relative humidity (RH) Audio Alarm 85dB at 10 feet Test/Silence Electronically simulates CO conditions, causing the unit to alarm or temporarily silence the alarm Alarm Reset Automatic when carbon monoxide clears CO Sensor Electrochemical Indicator Lights/Sounds
What Do the Beeps From Your Carbon Monoxide Alarm Indicate?Carbon monoxide alarms are a life saver...literally! Carbon monoxide (CO) is an invisible, odorless, and tasteless gas that is created from fuel burning appliances, such as your furnace or generators. Having the proper amount of CO alarms helps you achieve peace of mind for the safety and protection of your family. However, it is important to be educated to know how your alarm communicates with you. There are several reasons as to why your carbon monoxide alarm could be chirping. Learn what each type of chirp from your detector indicates. Different Types of Beeps and Chirps from Carbon Monoxide Detectors:
 What Does a Low Battery Chirp Mean?Depending on the kind of CO and gas alarm you have, the battery life differs. It is important to make sure they are working, and the battery is still good. There are plug in alarms with a battery back-up that could possibly last the lifetime of the alarm. These detectors provide you with peace of mind in the case of a power outage. First Alert also offers alarms with a 10-year sealed battery that will last the life of the alarm. What Does an End-of-Life Beep Mean?Most carbon monoxide alarms last between 5 and 7 years. Even if the battery is still good, all carbon monoxide detectors should be replaced after 7 years. This is because the sensor in the alarm will not work as well, and when it comes to detecting CO, you want an alarm with a high functioning sensor. However, with today’s technology, the 10-year battery powered CO alarm can provide a decade of detection. What Does an Emergency Alarm Chirp Mean?This meaning is probably the most self-explanatory. When your carbon monoxide detector chirps 4 times in a row and pauses, this means it has detected unsafe levels of carbon monoxide. This means your entire household should evacuate immediately and seek fresh air. Some symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are headaches, dizziness, upset stomach, vomiting, nausea, chest pain, and confusion. It is important that after evacuating your house, to call 9-1-1 and don’t let anyone else in the home until the fire department gets there to resolve the situation. Carbon monoxide leaks can be very scary because they are dangerous. However, with proper CO and gas alarm coverage, your family will be alerted when carbon monoxide is detected. Remember to regularly test your alarms and replace the batteries when specified. Why is my carbon monoxide detector solid red?New tech in the house can sometimes take a little bit of time to get familiar with. Luckily, if your First Alert carbon monoxide alarm is holding a steady red light, this means that it is operating normally.
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How do I know if my First Alert carbon monoxide detector is working?You can test this CO Alarm by pressing the Test button on the Alarm cover until alarm chirps. The alarm horn will sound: 4 beeps, a pause, then 4 beeps. The alarm sequence should last 5-6 seconds. If the unit does not alarm, make sure it has been activated correctly, and test again.
Why does my carbon monoxide detector keep beeping red light?Usually, the annoying beeping caused by a carbon monoxide detector is to alert you about a malfunctioning battery. If the old battery requires changing or it's slipped out of place, the unit will chirp. Try reinstalling the battery or replacing it, and then reset your device.
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