Kidde Carbon Monoxide Detector, Plug-In with 9-Volt Battery Backup, Digital LED Display, 1 Pack
4.7
(26k+ ratings)
This carbon monoxide detector features a digital LED display and electrochemical sensor technology for accurate detection of CO levels. It plugs into a standard 120V AC outlet and includes a 9-volt battery backup for continuous monitoring, even during power outages. The unit updates CO levels every 15 seconds and has a peak level memory to record the highest level detected. It also includes a Smart-Hush feature to temporarily silence nuisance alarms. Suitable for installation on every level of your home and near bedrooms, it is UL Certified and comes with a 10-year limited warranty.
What customers like:
- Long lifespan of approximately 10 years.
- Easy to install; plugin design simplifies setup.
- Digital LED display provides clear readings.
- Loud alarm is effective in alerting users.
- Battery backup feature ensures functionality during power outages.
- Generally reliable and effective in detecting carbon monoxide.
What customers dislike:
- Some units had issues with the battery compartment being difficult to open.
- Larger size than expected by some users.
- A few reports of malfunctioning units right out of the box (e.g. flat battery overheating plug).
- Some packages arrived with missing parts like the battery pack and back cover.
- Units were manufactured well over a year before purchase raising concerns about the remaining effective lifespan.
