First Alert GCO1CN Plug In Combination Explosive Gas/Carbon Monoxide Alarm with Battery Backup

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Product Dimensions: 7.3 x 8.3 x 10.9 inches
Shipping Weight: 3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
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ASIN: B000H2651Y
Item model number: GCO1CN

By : First Alert
List Price : ~~$79.99~~
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Carbon monoxide (CO) is the top trigger of accidental poisoning deaths in America, yet many people don't know they are suffering from CO poisoning till its too late. Given that symptoms of CO poisoning are like the flu, you could possibly not even know you're in danger at first. That is why a carbon monoxide alarm is an great way to protect your loved ones. It can detect the CO you can't see, smell or taste in the air.
The 1st Alert GCO1CN mixture explosive gas and carbon monoxide alarm makes use of an electrochemical carbon monoxide sensor-the most accurate technologies attainable. It also detects natural gas, methane gas, and propane gas. Installation is as basic as plugging it in to any wall outlet or mounting it above an outlet and plugging in the higher line cord. Its uncomplicated-to-read substantial digital display gives you a clear readout of current hazard and levels. A peak level button alerts you to the highest level of explosive gas or carbon monoxide detected. The alarm consists of a battery back-up giving you peace of thoughts in a power outage. The test/silence button both silences a non-threatening alarm or low battery warning and allows you to test the unit's functionality. The unit monitors and alarms if carbon monoxide or explosive gas levels persist sounding a loud 85-decibel horn. A low battery signal alerts you to replace the 9-volt battery (included). UL listed. --Bree Norlander
What's in the Box A single mixture carbon monoxide and explosive gas alarm, one 9-volt battery, and user's manual
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Know about Carbon Monoxide (CO)First Alert CO Alarm Capabilities

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AC/DC Plug-in
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What need to you do when a CO alarm sounds?

Operate the Test/Silence button.
Call your emergency services, fire department or 911.
Immediately move to fresh air—outdoors or by an open door or window. Do a head count to check that all persons are accounted for. Do not reenter the premises, or move away from the open door or window until the emergency services responder has arrived, the premises have been aired out, and your CO Alarm remains in its usual condition.
After following steps 1-3, if your CO Alarm reactivates within a 24-hour period, repeat actions 1-3 and call a qualified appliance technician to investigate for sources of CO from fuel-burning equipment and appliances, and inspect for suitable operation of this gear. If difficulties are identified through this inspection have the gear serviced quickly.
Note any combustion gear not inspected by the technician, and consult the manufacturers’ directions, or contact the manufacturers directly, for additional specifics about CO safety and this gear. Make certain that motor vehicles are not, and have not, been operating in an attached garage or adjacent to the residence.

Per ANSI/UL 2034
Disaster Preparedness and Carbon Monoxide PoisoningAt the onset of hurricane season, it’s imperative for consumers to remember the correct safety precautions to take in the occasion of a power outage, as a variety of dangers – which includes accidental carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning – arise when electricity is lost.
Throughout power outages, many customers turn to a variety of sources of alternative power and cooking as a temporary solution. From gas-powered generators to gas grills to wood and charcoal, households look for techniques to continue their day-to-day lives through a loss of power. Sadly, the incorrect use of lots of of these items can outcome in tragic consequences. For example, the Consumer Product Safety Commission reports that extra than 28 persons died from accidental CO poisoning in the course of the 2005 hurricane season as a direct result of portable generator use. The following safety tips will help households stay away from CO and other dangers associated with power outages:

Under no circumstances run a generator indoors or in a poorly ventilated area such as a garage, basement or porch, and use the appropriate-size power cords to carry the electric load.
Install a minimum of a single battery-operated CO alarm (or AC-powered alarm with battery backup) outside every single sleeping location, and for maximum protection install at least one particular CO alarm on every single level of the home.
Make certain that CO alarms have operating batteries installed.
Never burn charcoal or other outdoor cooking appliances indoors or in the garage.

Additional Guidelines to Help Prevent Carbon Monoxide (CO) PoisoningA national survey reveals practically 3 quarters of Americans think carbon monoxide (CO) can be “very dangerous” in the residence, and their fears are warranted. CO is the top result in of accidental poisoning in the United States, according to the Journal of the American Medical Association.
Often referred to as the silent killer given that one particular cannot see, smell or taste it, CO is a by-product of combustion made by something that burns fuel, such as gas furnaces, water heaters, barbeque grills, wood-burning fireplaces, stoves, alternative power sources and autos. Exposure to CO causes a number of flu-like symptoms and can be fatal. That is why it’s so crucial for consumers to identify potential dangers and take measures to support defend themselves and their families against this significant threat. Very first Alert, a top manufacturer of house safety items including CO alarms, recommends following these guidelines:

Have fuel-burning heating equipment and chimneys inspected by a qualified expert just about every year prior to cold weather arrives. Through the heating season, clear filters and filtering systems of dust and dirt.
Be certain to open the flue for sufficient ventilation when using a fireplace.
Inspect the pilot lights on all-natural gas appliances to ensure that the flame is blue. When a flame is mostly yellow in color, it likely is creating CO.
Clean out the lint and debris that may perhaps build up in the clothes dryer vent which leads to the outside of the home.
Only use generators in a nicely-ventilated place outdoors away from windows, doors and vent openings.
Use barbecue grills only outside and never indoors or in the garage.
Under no circumstances leave an auto running in a garage, even for a couple of minutes and not even if the overhead garage door is open.
Install a CO alarm outside every sleeping location and on every level of the home, including the basement, as advised by the National Fire Protection Association. Guarantee that the alarms are plugged all the way in the outlet or, if battery operated, have working batteries installed. For better protection go a step additional and install CO alarms inside every single sleeping area.
Initial Alert recommends replacing CO alarms no later than every 5 years.

Technical Details

Plug-in combination carbon monoxide and explosive gas alarm with battery back-up
3-way protection against natural, methane, and propane gases and carbon monoxide
Uses electrochemical carbon monoxide sensor--the most accurate technology available
Test button and low battery warning
Includes 9-volt battery

Customer Reviews

This is the worst $50 I've ever spent. I HATE this alarm. Although it's plugged into the wall, you also _have_ to install a 9 volt battery. Most devices that have a battery back up don't drain the battery while the unit is plugged in. Not this alarm! I probably go through 3-4 9 volt batteries each winter. And if the battery starts to lose it's charge, or you dare to leave the battery out, the alarm beeps every few minutes.
Another important thing to note about this alarm... although it can detect carbon monoxide and natural gas, you're supposed to mount the device at different heights depending on the gas you're trying to detect. In other words, it doesn't really serve it's dual purpose.
Although I've already lost the $50, I'll be buying a different alarm for this season. I can't take dealing with its battery problems anymore.

I have received a lot of false alarms with this product. The first time the carbon monoxide alarm went off, I had the fire department out here within minutes thinking we had a big problem. They found nothing in the house. Since then, the alarm sounds about 4 times a week, all false alarms. I've moved the placement of the monitor several times as per the instructions, but it still gives a lot of false alarms.