How Do Carbon Monoxide Alarms Work?
CO Detectors Carbon Monoxide (CO) detectors measure CO levels in the interior home atmosphere. The device will sound an alarm to warn individuals to ventilate area immediately if the fumes are at an unhealthy level. Types of CO Detectors CO detectors are electric or battery-operated. There usually isn’t a price difference between the electric or battery-operated. The battery-operated detector requires regular replacement of a battery. The electronic CO detector needs to be placed near an outlet. The electronic CO detector requires no maintenance. In addition to batteries replaced every six months, battery-operated CO detectors need other periodic maintenance. CO Detector Reset Function After CO has been detected, the electronic type will reset immediately. The battery-operated will need to be manually reset, which may involve removing the sensory pack. The reset time can be affected by the concentration and duration of the CO exposure.