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- Q: What is the difference between a smoke detector and a smoke and carbon monoxide detector? A: A smoke and carbon monoxide detector, like the Kidde Hardwired Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Detector, alerts you to both smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) using a single device. This combination provides enhanced safety by detecting two potentially deadly threats in your home.
- Q: How does the battery backup work in the Kidde smoke and carbon monoxide detector? A: The Kidde smoke and carbon monoxide detector operates primarily on 120V AC power. It includes 2 AA alkaline batteries that serve as a backup during power outages, ensuring continual detection even when the electricity is off.
- Q: Can multiple Kidde smoke detectors be interconnected? A: Yes, the Kidde Hardwired Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Detector features interconnect capability. When one alarm detects smoke or carbon monoxide, all interconnected alarms will sound, providing an early warning to everyone in the home.
- Q: How often should I test the Kidde smoke and carbon monoxide detector? A: It is recommended to perform a manual push test once a week to ensure the Kidde smoke and carbon monoxide detector is operating correctly. The self-testing feature also helps verify that the internal components are functioning as expected.
- Q: What should I do when the alarm indicates a low battery or end of life? A: When the Kidde detector emits a low battery chirp, it indicates that the AA batteries need to be replaced. Additionally, the alarm has an end-of-life notification feature that will beep when it is time to replace the unit, typically after 10 years of use.