On Sale for $2.75
On Sale for $2.75 each. This adaptor is used so that you may interconnect a Kidde device with a circuit of Firex alarms.
Features:
• Retrofit Firex to work with Kidde
• AC Plug-in
• Part Number: 900-0149-025
Smoke Alarm Reviews
Sale: Kidde Quick Convert Adaptor, Changes Firex to a Kidde Connector (KA-F)
Tuesday, April 27th, 2010Review: First Alert Battery Powered, Combination Photoelectric Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Alarm (SCO5B)
Monday, April 19th, 2010
protect against two deadly threats, smoke and carbon monoxide
The SCO5B is a basic battery operated photoelectric smoke/CO combo alarm meets most state and local codes for carbon monoxide and combination alarms. Combo alarms protect against two deadly threats, smoke and carbon monoxide.
Features:
• Smoke Alarm’s Photoelectric Sensor Reduces Nuisance Alarms
• Electrochemical Carbon Monoxide Alarm Warns of Elevated CO Levels
• Runs on (2) AA Batteries
• Easy Alarm Identification Through Different Horns Sounds and Lights
• Test/Silence Button
• Can be used with BRK
Technical Specifications:
• Detector Type: Smoke and Carbon Monoxide
• Sensor Type: Photoelectric Smoke and Electrochemical Carbon Monoxide
• Power Source: Battery Powered
• Temperature Range: 40°F to 100°F
• Humidity Range: 10% to 90% Relative Humidity
• Certifications: UL listed
Warranty: 5 year warranty through the manufacturer
Review: Kidde Plug-In Carbon Monoxide Alarm with Battery Backup (KN-COB-LCB-A)
Tuesday, April 13th, 2010
plugs right into your homes standard wall outlet making installation quick and easy
The Kidde Plug-In Carbon Monoxide Alarm with Battery Backup (KN-COB-LCB-A) plugs right into your homes standard wall outlet making installation quick and easy. The unit also includes a 9-volt battery backup, which provides protection even during power outages. The Kidde AC/DC carbon monoxide alarm uses electromechanical sensing technology to monitor levels of carbon monoxide if ever present in your home. Kidde designed a clean, low profile design with this unit along with two LEDs; green for normal operation and red for alarm mode. The KN-COB-LCB-A is listed to UL 2034 and also includes a 5-year manufacturers limited warranty.
Additional Information:
Manufacturer Specification Sheet (PDF File)
Manufacturer User Manual (PDF File)
Features:
• Easy Installation – Mounts to any wall outlet
• Battery Pull Tab – Eliminates battery installation time and keeps battery fresh
• Loud 85dB – Alerts you of deadly CO gas
• Quality Design – 5 year limited warranty
• Test/Reset Button – Tests the alarm electronics and resets the unit during alarm
• Green LED – Indicates alarm is receiving power and operating properly
• Red LED – Illuminates when in alarm mode
Technical Specifications:
• Part Number: 21006462
• Model: KN-COB-LCB-A
• Power Source: 120VAC, 60 Hz 60mA max., 9V battery backup
• Sensor: Electrochemical
• Audio Alarm: 85dB at 10ft
• Temperature Range: 40°F (4.4°C) to 100°F (37.8°C)
• Humidity Range: 5%-95% relative humidity (RH)
• Size: 5″ W x 3.875″ H x 1.6875″ D
• Weight: .5lb
• Interconnects: No
• LED: Green, Normal; Red, Alarm
Review: Kidde Front Load Battery-Operated Ionization Smoke Alarm (i9070)
Wednesday, April 7th, 2010
easy to install and runs on a 9V battery
The Kidde Front Load Battery-Operated Ionization Smoke Alarm (i9070) is easy to install and runs on a 9V battery (Included).
The i9070 has a front loading battery door, 85 decibel horn, test switch, hush feature, and comes along with a 5 year limited warranty.
Features:
• Front load battery door provides easy access which reduces the installation time and battery replacement time
• Battery operated 9V battery included
• Hush feature temporarily silences nuisance alarms
• Unit can be locked to the mounting bracket to prevent the alarm from being removed from the ceiling or wall
• Kidde’s smoke alarms meet the requirements of Underwriters Laboratories (UL)
Technical Specifications:• Part Number: 0976-9997
• Model Number: i9070
• Power Source: 9V Battery (included)
• Audio Alarm: 85dB at 10ft
• Temperature Range: 40°F to 100°F (4°C to 38°C)
• Humidity Range: 5%-95% relative humidity (RH)
• Sensor: Ionization
• Interconnects: No
Review: BRK 120V Hardwired, Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm with Battery Backup (SC9120B)
Thursday, April 1st, 2010
This item is the DIRECT replacement for the discontinued BRK SC6120B
Combination smoke and carbon monoxide alarm saves time on installation and materials because only one electrical box is required. Meets code for both smoke and CO alarms.
Note: This item is the DIRECT replacement for the discontinued BRK SC6120B
Features:
• Smoke & CO Combo Unit: One alarm protects against two deadly household threats
• Intelligent Sensing Technology: Reduces the number of non-emergency or unwanted alarms
• Latching Alarm Indicator: Easily identifies initiating alarm even after the alarm condition has subsided
• Smart Interconnect: One interconnect wire carries smoke and CO alarm signals
• Two Silence Features: Can temporarily silence low battery chirp for up to 8 hours before replacing low battery or silence an unwanted alarm for several minutes
• Perfect Mount System: Includes a gasketless base for easy installation and new mounting bracket that keeps the alarm secure over a wide rotation range to allow for perfect alignment
• Interconnectable: 18 units. Can be interconnected with up to 12 smoke alarms and the remaining can be a combination of UL listed BRK heat, CO alarms
Technical Specifications:
• Operating Voltage: 120V AC w/ 9V battery back-up
• Power: .09 Amps
• Temp Range: 40 degrees F to 100 degrees F
• Humidity Range: 10% to 90% relative humidity
• Audio Alarm: 85dB at 10 feet
• Smoke Sensor: Dual chamber ionization
• CO Sensor: Metal Oxide
• Wiring: Quick connect plug with 8″ pigtails
Review: First Alert 9V Battery Powered Photoelectric Smoke Alarm with Escape Light (SA720C)
Thursday, March 18th, 2010
Escape light illuminates path to safety
The First Alert Electronics (SA720CN) smoke detector has all the features you need, such as a photoelectric smoke sensing chamber, an 85dB horn, bright escape light, single button test/silence, an easy access side-load battery drawer, and OptiPath360 Technology allows 360 coverage to the layers of air around the ceiling and wall. The unit can mount to a standard junction box up to 4 inches in size. Keyhole slots in the mounting bracket eliminate the need to remove the junction box screws for installation. Also contains an easy to load side battery compartment and two locking features that are provided to prevent battery theft and/or theft of the unit.
Features:
• Photoelectric smoke sensing technology
• Escape light illuminates path to safety
• Single button test/silence
• Optipath 360 Technology: patented technology provides 360 degrees of direct access to the smoke sensors
• Perfect Mount allows for easy alignment of alarm
• 9V Battery
• 10-Year Limited Warranty Through the Manufacturer
Technical Specifications:
Sensor: Photoelectric
• Warranty Claim: 10-Years
• Package Type: Clamshell
• Color: White
• Battery backup: N/A
Review: First Alert Battery Powered, Wireless Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Alarm with Voice Warning (SCO500B)
Friday, March 12th, 2010
Exclusive Voice Warning System with Location Alert
First Alert’s innovative OneLink system allows multiple smoke and carbon monoxide alarms to be interconnected wirelessly. This combination smoke and CO alarm offers First Alert’s exclusive new Voice Warning System with Location Alert, which allows you to set multiple alarms with a location. When an alarm is sounded the interconnected system will alert you which room has a potential hazard that is setting off the alarm. If smoke is detected in the basement all of the wireless alarms will say “Warning, Evacuate, Smoke in Basement
Alarms that communicate with each other may provide earlier warning of a potential danger as compared to single stand alone alarms. With the ease of wireless connectivity you can have a network of alarms setup in minutes
Features:
• Combination Smoke & CO Alarm
• Exclusive Voice Warning System with Location Alert
• Ease of Wireless Connectivity
• Cost Effective Versus Hardwiring
Technical Specifications:
• Detector Type: Smoke and Carbon Monoxide
• Sensor Type: Photoelectric Smoke Detection
• Power Source: Battery Powered
• Feature: One Link Wireless Inter-connectivity with Location
• Interconnection: Up to 18 units with Smoke, Carbon Monoxide, Heat Alarms and Relays. Maximum 12 Smoke Alarms. (Can be used with BRK)
• Temperature Range: 40°F to 100°F
• Humidity Range: 10% to 95% Relative Humidity
• Certifications: Meets UL217, ETL listed
Review: First Alert Battery Powered, Wireless Interconnectable Smoke Alarm (SA500B)
Friday, March 5th, 2010
Wireless-Enabled Battery Powered Smoke Alarm
This battery powered smoke alarm offers one of the quickest solutions for setting up an interconnected smoke alarm system. First Alert’s innovative OneLink system allows you to easily setup a network of smoke alarms wirelessly, saving time and money.
Alarms that communicate with each other may provide earlier warning of a potential danger as compared to single stand alone alarms. With the ease of wireless connectivity you can have a network of alarms setup in minutes.
Features:
• Wireless-Enabled Battery Powered Smoke Alarm
• Ease of Wireless Connectivity
• Cost Effective Versus Hardwiring
Technical Specifications:
• Detector Type: Smoke
• Sensor Type: Photoelectric
• Power Source: Battery Powered
• Feature: One Link Wireless Inter-connectivity
• Interconnection: Up to 18 units with Smoke, Carbon Monoxide, Heat Alarms and Relays. Maximum 12 Smoke Alarms. (Can be used with BRK)
• Temperature Range: 40°F to 100°F
• Humidity Range: 10% to 95% Relative Humidity
• Certifications: Meets UL217, ETL listed
First Alert Battery Powered Smoke and Fire Alarm with Escape Light (Model#SA304CN3)
Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010
Smoke alarm with escape light to illuminate a path to safety if unit alarms. Silence/Test button tests alarm functions and silences nuisance alarms. Front access battery drawer swings out for easy battery replacement without removing alarm from the ceiling.
Features:
• New contemporary ergonomic design
• Super-bright Escape Light beam lights your way to safety
• Remote Flashlight test feature allows testing without standing on ladder or chair
• 2 batteries included
• Hinged cover allows easy battery replacement
• Replaces old model# SA150
• Also sells as SA304CN3
Warranty: Limited 5 year warranty through the manufacturer
How to Prevent Explosive Gas
Monday, March 1st, 2010
Given the recent cold and snowy weather across the country, and potentially weeks of more winter on the way – this is a good time to remind your readers about the dangers of explosive gas and how to prevent potentially deadly accidents that can result.
What are explosive gases?
• Natural gas
• Methane
• Propane
• Carbon Monoxide
Where do these gases come from?
• Most of these gases come from gas appliances and heating sources like water heaters and furnaces in the home.
• One of the primary sources is a gas furnace, which, according to Consumer Reports is in majority of new construction homes.
What tools can help?
• The GCO1CN combination gas and carbon monoxide detector by First Alert is available for $54.99 at local hardware stores and national retailers. It can detect explosive gases like natural gas, methane, propane and invisible, odorless gases like carbon monoxide. The GC01CN is an inexpensive tool that helps guard against accidents that unfortunately happen every year.
• In addition to a detector, it’s important to have appliances inspected periodically by a professional to look for malfunctioning parts and/or leaks.
