BLACK+DECKER Carbon Monoxide Alarm 10 Year
Product description
This compact BLACK+DECKER carbon monoxide alarm offers long life and simple protection for home and leisure use. With a sealed 10 year lithium battery and an electrochemical sensor it warns you of dangerous CO levels using loud 85 dB(A) chirps and a flashing red LED, so you can act quickly when safety matters most.
Key features
The alarm is easy to fit and operate, sliding onto an activation base plate that powers the unit without wiring. It can be wall mounted or left free standing, and the test button confirms correct function at a press. According to the manufacturer the sealed battery is tamper proof and lasts the life of the alarm, while the unit will indicate when a replacement is needed. Built to a discreet white finish it blends into most rooms without drawing attention.
Specifications
- Name: BLACK+DECKER Carbon Monoxide Alarm and Detector
- Type: Carbon monoxide alarm
- Battery: 10 Year sealed lithium battery
- Sound level: 85 dB(A) at 3 metres
- Colour: White
Why it makes sense
This alarm is a practical choice if you want a low‑maintenance CO detector that works out of sight and does not need regular battery changes. It keeps a memory of activations and will continue to signal until levels return to safe values, and the indicator LED will flash for up to 72 hours following an activation. Do bear in mind that the unit requires the activation base plate to be inserted to operate, and it does not need mains wiring.
Getting the most from it
Fit the alarm at breathing height in rooms that contain fuel burning appliances or on each floor where occupants sleep. Press the test button after installation to verify the device chirps and the LED flashes. It is travel friendly and portable, making it useful for leisure vehicles or temporary accommodation where a reliable sealed battery and simple setup are advantageous.