REVIEW AND GIVEAWAY – First Alert CO710 Carbon Monoxide Detector

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In the mid-60’s JCP&L’s campaign to promote all-electric living with its Gold Medallion Homes was in. With an electric washer, electric dryer, electric dishwasher, electric refrigerator, electric hot water heater, and electric heat, home buyers sought to LBE (Live Better Electrically). I bought in. A half century later, I bought out. However clean and efficient electric energy may be, it was entirely too pricey. Time to renovate, remodel, repair – one step at a time of course. This homestead inside and out is a work in progress.
New roof, new deck, new railing, new drains and gutters, new windows, new insulation, new appliances, new lighting, new gas heating, and new central AC (no more window units) – lower utility bills is the first plus of this modernization; more comfort is the second of this clean burning, precise instant energy. Still it is best to be cautious. Carbon monoxide (CO) is the leading cause of accidental poisoning deaths in America. It is so dangerous, and potentially lethal, because many people don’t know they are suffering from CO poisoning until its too late. People with CO poisoning may not know they’re in danger because symptoms are like the flu. That’s why it’s so important to have a carbon monoxide alarm in your home. Since it can detect the CO you can’t see, smell or taste, it is an efficient way to help protect your family.

Hubby just installed the First Alert CO710 carbon monoxide alarm. Measuring in at 4.75 inches wide by 2.63 inches high, this .5 pound unit offers long-term peace of mind with a 10-year lithium power cell battery. The CO710 has a multi-functional backlilt digital display that shows CO level or room temp as detected by the built-in electrochemical carbon monoxide sensor. It signals potential leaks–blocked chimney, furnace, garage, range hood, dryer, heater, water heater, fireplace, indoor grill with a loud 85 dB alarm. It is a small, compact, and attractive unit that can either be mounted or stand alone. I think its best feature is that its 10 year guaranteed lithium powerful battery works even in power outages and means no replacements. An end-of-life alarm signals when it’s time to replace the unit in 10 years.

Did you know many local building coders demand them? Did you know that many insurance companies demand them? Be aware; be safe. I am definitively not chicken little. I do not run around alarming people that the sky is falling down. I am more like Practical Pig. Hubby installing a First Alert CO710 is an investment in life.
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