Is there a way to read current co level with this alarm detector, or just peak level?
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You will only see a display of the current level if it is 30 ppm or greater, otherwise it will read zero (as per UL). Pushing the button only shows peak level. For a unit that WILL display ambient level down to 10 ppm, check out the Defender CA6150.
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The unit constantly displays the current level. The button is used to see the peak level.
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I have 5 detectors and one co2 unit all connected to each other and it works fine. If you have more and a larger sized home I recommend the units with the voice warnings so you know which one had been activated. Use sticky notes or tape to ID each one when you do the set up
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No, unless there is CO2 or natural gas detected, the screen on the device reads "---."
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goto http://www.firstalert.com/site_content/83-combo-battery-products/255-wireless-photoelectric-combination-smoke-carbon-monoxide-alarm-with-voice-location-feature#downloadsand download manual. But note the power light only flashes very briefly maybe every few minutes
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The "Latching alarm" only comes into play if the unit is hooked up to a A/C power source. and after the unit is exposed to alarm levels of smoke or CO2, and then the levels of smoke or CO2 are lowered, there is a red light flashing until the unit is tested, this also is a means of helping to determine the area where the smoke or CO2 comes from if the whole system of detectors are connected together.
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Yes. There is an input/output terminal I read of that can be configured to provide voltage on alarm.
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That functionality is called 'data logging' and it is NOT available with the TIM10 model. Check co2meter.com under data loggers to view models with this specific functionality.
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This device is designed for checking CO levels in a room or wherever for a small amount of time. This is not a CO alarm. This device does beep/alarm when it detects CO at a level of 35ppm or more. This device has an auto off feature that turns the unit off after 15 minutes. The unit does work well though by reading the current level wherever you are at once you turn it on. It is pretty small so I would say it is suitable for travel. Hope this helps!
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Some fire detectors detect carbon monoxide as well. If this is the case, you would more than likely not see anything fire related.
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It may very well be that you alarm is correctly detecting carbon monoxide or some NG. I would request you local fire department come and check for Carbon Monoxide or NG as they have more accurate instruments than your alarm. It may be that your alarm needs to be repositioned or replaced. Don't take a chance have the Fire Department check it out. Just call them when your alarm is sounding.:) BJ
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I'm looking for an answer on this, too. I need 6 total but I think only having 2 CO units would be fine. I'd prefer to save the cost of buying them all with CO detection. Did you get an answer, Bob?
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Yes. While it can produce carbon monoxide, the primary reaction is carbon dioxide and water vapor (just like propane and "natural gas"). We have CO alarms in the house and I've never triggered one. If your house is VERY tightly sealed, like SUPER sealed, you might want to open a window but it's more about venting the vapor and letting in some fresh O2
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The pamphlet inside the package recommends putting the detector in certain areas of the house that may become susceptible early-on such as stairs, near kitchen, etc. The height on wall is not specified. I have mine plugged in close to the floor. I am assuming it is calibrated to pickup on low CO levels before it becomes dangerous. You might have to call in and talk to their customer service people about the specifics.
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Yes, my setup exactly. I have one co detector on each floor and the rest are 3120B
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They are hard-wired to start beeping at you after 10 years, which I think is a requirement for CO detectors (used to be 7). I see no reason to replace them sooner than that.
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Senses CO2. Smaller than a smoke alarm. I think it lasts 10 years. I just installed it a couple of months agao.
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if you are doing everything right there should be no alarm. i did find mine going off if the probes were not fully pudshed in at the meter end. hope this helps. the proper funtion for where vyou have the probes plugged in need to be the right selection .. like slelecting amps while pugged in to volts or visa versa ,will cause an alarm .