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| COSTAR CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS & CO ALARMS | |
| WHERE TO INSTALL CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS | |
WHERE TO INSTALL CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS
TO PREVENT CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING:
- Inside each bedroom where the occupant closes the door while sleeping.
- In each room with wood, gas, coal or oil fireplaces and appliances.
- In the garage.
- Top of each staircase.
- Wall Mounting: Top of Alarm No More than Six Feet from the Floor.
- Ceiling Mount: As Close as Possible to Center of Hallway or Room. If Not Possible,
Mount Edge of Alarm At Least 4 Inches from Any Wall.
- Install at least 10 feet from bathrooms.
LOCATIONS TO AVOID INSTALLING CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS
TO PREVENT NUISANCE ALARMS:
- Within 5 feet of cooking appliance, furnace or garage.
- Near open window or door: May delay CO from reaching alarm.
- In damp, very humid areas or next to bathrooms with showers.
- In very cold, very hot, or unheated buildings where temperature can go below or
above the operating range of the unit.
- In areas where household cleaning supplies or similar contaminants are used without
good ventilation.
NOTE: TWO units, one near the bedrooms and one in the furnace/hot
water heater area, gives MINIMUM protection against carbon monoxide poisoning. Closed
doors muffle alarm sounds even at the 85 decibel level. Older children and sound
sleeping adults are unlikely to be awakened by faint alarm sounds.
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| COSTAR Quantum Eye Multi-Level Passive CO Monitor | |
Model QE-II
Passive Carbon Monoxide (CO) Spot Monitor for Aviation, Home or Vehicles
- Passive Protection Against Carbon Monoxide Poisoning While Flying, At Home Or On
The Go.
- One Step Activation. Adhesive Backing; Mounts Anywhere.width="180"
- Protective plastic covering keeps sensor safe from accidental overspray from cleaning
solutions or other potential contaminants.
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Three Level Readings: |
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Danger (Dark Blue) |
= Evacuate! |
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Caution (Green) |
= Ventilate! |
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Normal (Yellow) |
OK |
The Inner Circle Indicates Air Quality.
Designed for use in vehicles: Auto, Truck, RV, Boat, Aircraft
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Small Size: |
Business Card Size |
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Sensor Type: |
Patented Passive CO Specific Biomimetric Sensor. After exposure to carbon
monoxide, freshen the air. If the sensor has not been overexposed, it will regenerate
to its original color and be ready to use again.
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Instructions: |
Remove from plastic bag to activate. Mount in readily visible location.
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Notice: |
Protect sensor from water, grease, solvents, dirt, cleaning solutions, and other
contaminants which may destroy or shorten sensor life. Keep away from hot surfaces
and direct sunlight. Keep out of the reach of children.
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Warning: |
Passive warning devices do NOT sound alarms and must be viewed to obtain indications
of carbon monoxide conditions. A UL approved detector such as the COSTAR 9 volt
battery powered Carbon Monoxide Alarm is recommended for more complete protection.
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Warranty: |
Minimum 18 Month Product Life |
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Quantity Pricing: |
Available On This Unit
877-358-0900
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Part Number
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Product Description |
Price
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| SM-QG-QE-II |
Quantum Eye Passive Spot Carbon Monoxide Monitor
Currently In Stock (7/5/2009)
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US$9.00
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| SM-QG-QE-IIQ12 |
TWELVE Quantum Eye Passive Spot Carbon Monoxide Monitor
Currently In Stock (7/5/2009)
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US$102.00
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| COSTAR Model 9SIR Carbon Monoxide Alarm | |
UL 2034 rated to protect against Carbon Monoxide.
The Costar 9SIR is a white, round, and 9V powered (Battery Included) Carbon Monoxide
Monitor. Under normal use, the battery powers the unit for at least one year. The
Costar 9SIR attaches to a mounting plate. This carbon monoxide monitor cannot be
mounted to the wall or ceiling if the battery is not installed. The sensor is solid-state
infrared with a reservoir.
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Approvals: |
UL2034 (Oct 1, 1998), C-UL for Canada and CE for Europe |
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Detection Technology: |
Solid-state Infrared (SIR) sensor with reservoir system |
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Power Source: |
9-Volt alkaline battery |
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Battery Life: |
At least one year under normal use |
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Operating Environment: |
+32°F to +126°F; 15% to 95% RH |
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Signals: |
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Normal: |
LED flashes every 30 seconds indicating that the alarm is powered |
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Alarm: |
LED turns on for 2 seconds and off for 3 seconds with 4 short beeps for 1 second
and 4 seconds of silence |
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Fault: |
LED double flash and 1 beep every 30 seconds |
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Low Battery: |
One chirp every 30 seconds |
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Test: |
One chirp then LED flashes 4 or 5 times followed by 2 alarm signals
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CO Sensitivity: |
Below 30 ppm no alarm
70 ppm alarm in 60-240 minutes
150 ppm alarm in 10-50 minutes
400 ppm alarm in 4-15 minutes |
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Shipping Weight: |
7.2 oz |
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Warranty: |
6 year Limited Manufacturers Warranty |
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Quantity Pricing: |
Available On This Unit
877-358-0900
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Part Number
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Product Description |
Price
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| SM-QG-9SIR |
CoStar 9SIR 9 Volt Carbon Monoxide Alarm
Currently In Stock (7/5/2009)
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US$43.95
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| SM-QG-9SIRQ12 |
Case of 12 Costar 9SIR CO Alarms
Currently In Stock (7/5/2009)
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US$500.00
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| COSTAR Model 9RV Recreational Vehicle Carbon Monoxide Alarm | |
COSTAR 9RV Models are white, circular, and powered by 9 Volt Batteries (Battery
Included). To give greater protection against carbon monoxide poisoning, these carbon
monoxide detectors cannot be mounted without a battery installed. RV standards
require a greater operational range for temperature and humidity than the COSTAR
9SIR.
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Approvals: |
UL2034 (Oct 1, 1998), C-UL for Canada and CE for Europe |
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Detection Technology: |
Solid-state Infrared (SIR) sensor with reservoir system |
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Installation Method: |
Mounts easily in RVs with mounting plate, screws, and anchors provided. Tamper resist
pin must be removed to replace battery. Battery door will not close and unit cannot
be attached to mounting bracket unless there is a battery installed.
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Power Source: |
9-Volt alkaline battery |
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Battery Life: |
At least one year under normal use |
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Operating Environment: |
-40°F to +151°F; 15% to 95% RH |
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Signals: |
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Normal: |
LED flashes every 30 seconds indicating that the alarm is powered |
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Alarm: |
LED turns on for 2 seconds and off for 3 seconds with 4 short beeps for 1 second
and 4 seconds of silence |
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Fault: |
LED double flash and 1 beep every 30 seconds |
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Low Battery: |
1 chirp every 30 seconds |
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Test: |
1 chirp then LED flashes 4 or 5 times followed by 2 alarm signals |
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CO Sensitivity: |
Below 30 ppm no alarm
70 ppm alarm in 60-240 minutes
150 ppm alarm in 10-50 minutes
400 ppm alarm in 4-15 minutes
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Shipping Weight: |
7.2 oz |
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Warranty: |
6 year Limited Manufacturers Warranty |
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Quantity Pricing: |
Available On This Unit
877-358-0900
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Part Number
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Product Description |
Price
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| SM-QG-9RV |
CoStar 9RV Recreational Vehicle CO Alarm
Currently In Stock (7/5/2009)
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US$56.00
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| SM-QG-9RVQ12 |
Case of 12 Costar 9RV Carbon Monoxide Alarms
Currently In Stock (7/5/2009)
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US$653.00
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| COSTAR Model 9M Marine Carbon Monoxide Alarm | |
COSTAR Model 9M Marine Carbon Monoxide Alarm (MADE IN USA) is white, circular,
and 9 Volt Battery Powered (Recommended Battery, Duracell MN1604 Included.) Cannot
be mounted without a battery installed. Marine Standards require corrosion coating
and a greater operational range for temperature and humidity than standard COSTAR
carbon monoxide alarms.
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Approvals: |
UL2034 (Oct 1, 1998), C-UL for Canada and CE for Europe, Approved for Indoor Use
in Recreational Vehicles |
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Detection Technology: |
Solid-state Infrared (SIR) sensor with reservoir system |
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Installation Method: |
Mounts easily in RV, sailboats, houseboats, yachts,and inboards with mounting plate,
screws, and anchors provided. Tamper resist pin must be removed to replace battery.
Battery door will not close and unit cannot be attached to mounting bracket unless
there is a battery installed.
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Power Source: |
9-Volt alkaline battery |
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Battery Life: |
At least one year under normal use. Warning: Constant exposures to high or low temperatures
ore high humidity may reduce battery life. Most batteries are NOT rated below -20C
or above 54C
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Operating Environment: |
-40°F to +151°F; 15% to 95% RH |
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Signals: |
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Normal: |
LED flashes every 30 seconds indicating that the alarm is powered |
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Alarm: |
LED turns on for 2 seconds and off for 3 seconds with 4 short beeps for 1 second
and 4 seconds of silence |
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Fault: |
LED double flash and 1 beep every 30 seconds |
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Low Battery: |
One chirp every 30 seconds |
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Test: |
One chirp then LED flashes 4 or 5 times followed by 2 alarm signals |
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CO Sensitivity: |
Below 30 ppm no alarm
70 ppm alarm in 60-240 minutes
150 ppm alarm in 10-50 minutes
400 ppm alarm in 4-15 minutes |
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Shipping Weight: |
7.2 oz |
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Warranty: |
3 year Limited Manufacturers Warranty |
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Quantity Pricing: |
Available On This Unit
877-358-0900
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Part Number
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Product Description |
Price
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| SM-QG-9M |
CoStar 9M 9Volt Marine/RV CO Alarm
Currently In Stock (7/5/2009)
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US$68.95
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| COSTAR Model 12MARINE Carbon Monoxide Alarm | |
COSTAR Model 12MARINE Carbon Monoxide Alarm for Houseboats, Watercraft, Boats.
Common sources of CO on vessels are engines, auxiliary generators, and propane heating
or propane cooking appliances. Caution: This carbon monoxide alarm will only indicate
the presence of CO gas at the sensor. Carbon monoxide gas could be present in other
areas.
- Suited for Boats, Houseboats, Water Crafts and RVs.
- Designed for use within a single houseboat or watercraft.
- UL2075 Listed.
- Approvals: UL Listed to Category Gas and Vapor Detectors and Sensors (FTAM).
- 5 year manufacturer's limited warranty
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Approvals: |
UL-2075 Listed |
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Extremely Low Current Draw: |
Standby 20 µAmp, Alarm 60 mAmp, Trouble 30 mAmp
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No False Alarms: |
Genetic engineering creates the world's first biotechnology-based infrared
gas sensor. |
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Powered by 12v DC: |
Direct wired.
Red Wire: 12V from Engine Starting Battery
Yellow Wire: Common Ground Connection
NO RELAY OUTPUT
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Sound Output: |
85 dB at 10 feet |
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Non-latching Alarm: |
Automatic reset with dual relays |
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Detection Technology: |
Solid-state Infra-Red sensor with reservoir system. |
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Operating Environment: |
32°F to 120°F; 15% to 95% RH |
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Alarm Response Times: |
- Below 35 ppm no alarm
- 70 ppm alarm within 60 to 240 minutes
- 150 ppm alarm within 10 to 50 minutes
- 400 ppm alarm within 4 to 15 minutes
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Signals: |
Normal Operation: Red LED flashes every 30 seconds indicating that the alarm
is powered & active.
Alarm Condition: Flashing red light and pulsating horn. Red LED is continuous
with an 85 db alarm pulsing 2 seconds on; 4 seconds off. After 4 minutes, the alarm
will once again sound until the unsafe CO Concentration is reduced.
Trouble/Service: Detector self tests every 10 minutes. Detector will beep
and indicator/test button will flash twice every 30 seconds if a fault is detected.
Test: One chirp, then red light flashes 4 to 5 times followed by 2 alarm
signals.
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Unit Dimensions: |
5" diameter, 1.75" depth |
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Warranty: |
5 year Limited Manufacturers Warranty (Detector and Sensor) |
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Quantity Pricing: |
Available On This Unit
877-358-0900
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Part Number
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Product Description |
Price
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| SM-QG-12M |
CoStar 12M 12V Marine CO Alarm, No Relay Output
Currently In Stock (7/5/2009)
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US$60.00
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| COSTAR Model 12SIR Carbon Monoxide Alarm | |
Carbon Monoxide Alarms for Security Systems
- Suited for Residences, Motels, Hotels, and Commercial or Industrial System Applications.
- NOT for RV use.
- 12 SIR CO Alarms Connect to 4 to 6 Wire Connections to 12VDC Alarm System Control
Panels.
- UL2075 Listed Household Fire and/or Burglary Panel with Auxiliary Signaling Zones.
Connect to Signaling Zones Which Can Be Designated for CO Alarm Use Only.
- Approvals: UL Listed to Category Gas and Vapor Detectors and Sensors (FTAM).
- 6-year manufacturer's limited warranty
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Approvals: |
UL-2075 Listed |
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Extremely Low Current Draw: |
Standby 20 µAmp, Alarm 60 mAmp, Trouble 30 mAmp
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No False Alarms: |
Genetic engineering creates the world's first biotechnology-based infrared
gas sensor. |
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Powered by 12v DC: |
Can be directly wired into standard security/burglar panel
Designed for 4-6 wire connection to 12v DC alarm system control panels.
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Sound Output: |
85 dB at 10 feet |
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Non-latching Alarm: |
Automatic reset with dual relays |
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Detection Technology: |
Solid-state Infra-Red (SIR) sensor with reservoir system. |
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Operating Environment: |
40°F to 100°F; 15% to 95% RH |
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Relay Output: |
1 set of form 'C' dry contacts (non-latching), current rating 1 amp @ 12 volts |
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Alarm Response Times: |
Below 35 ppm no alarm
70 ppm alarm within 60 to 240 minutes
150 ppm alarm within 10 to 50 minutes
400 ppm alarm within 4 to 15 minutes
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Signals: |
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Normal Operation: |
Red LED flashes every 30 seconds indicating that the alarm is powered & active. |
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Alarm Condition: |
Flashing red light and pulsating horn. Red LED is continuous with an 85 db alarm
pulsing 2 seconds on; 4 seconds off. After 4 minutes, the alarm will once again
sound until the unsafe CO Concentration is reduced.
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Trouble/Service: |
Detector self tests every 10 minutes. Detector will beep and indicator/test button
will flash twice every 30 seconds if a fault is detected.
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Test: |
One chirp, then red light flashes 4 to 5 times followed by 2 alarm signals. |
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Unit Dimensions: |
5" diameter, 1.75" depth |
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Warranty: |
6 year Limited Manufacturers Warranty (Detector and Sensor) |
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Quantity Pricing: |
Available On This Unit
877-358-0900
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Part Number
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Product Description |
Price
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| SM-QG-12SIR |
CoStar 12SIR 12VDC CO Alarm, Dry Relay Contacts
Currently In Stock (7/5/2009)
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US$55.95
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| SM-QG-12SIRQ4 |
FOUR Costar 12SIR 12VDC Security System CO Alarms
Currently In Stock (7/5/2009)
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US$200.00
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