A carbon monoxide detector or carbon monoxide alarm is a device that sounds an alert if it detects the presence of the odourless, tasteless and colourless gas. Hearing about a near miss can sometimes prompt you to think about your own situation and may highlight a risk within your own home. Sealed battery units have a lifetime of five to ten years, after which the battery will run out and the whole unit will need to be replaced. Argos Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority as a credit broker (713206), and works exclusively with the lender, Home Retail Group Card Services Limited trading as Argos Card and Argos Financial Services, who are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority to provide credit (716148).

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The Kidde K10LLDCO 10 year digital display carbon monoxide alarm is powered a sealed longlife (lithium) battery that will power the alarm for its full 10 year lifespan; coupled with a 10 year manufacturer's warranty for peace of mind. Ideal for home use and travellers, the Kidde K7CO alarm will keep you safe for it's guaranteed 10 year lifespan.

Some CO conditions may start out as low-level leaks but could develop into CO concentrations that may become harmful. It is also conveniently portable so can be taken away on holidays or used on boats or in caravans for added peace-of-mind. In living spaces: they should be positioned close to where the occupant's head is likely to be most of the time – e. Compact and lightweight battery-powered CO alarm provides essential protection against the dangers of deadly carbon monoxide and provides continuous monitoring of CO levels.

Once you’ve identified the correct location for a carbon monoxide alarm, installation is simple, but varies from unit to unit. The display shows live CO levels in the environment and with the latest sensitive sensor technology provides ideal protection against carbon monoxide leaks.