How do you install backup battery in First Alert CO detector?
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Honestly, I'm still having trouble installing it. Everytime I even plug it in it starts going off. I'm pretty sure I'd be dead by now if it was legitimate carbon. I'm actually in the market for a new one because of the trouble I'm having.
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Battery compartment door is located on the back of the unit. The door has a label on it. First Alert has a video on installing the battery: http://www.firstalert.com/videos/51
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the unit is not rechargeable, must be always pluged in, i had the wiring connected to the accesory wiring directly hiden under the dash to hide the wire, the sensors seem durable, i have similar kit on my old car, sensor are atleast 5 years old, recently one stopped working, the only issue i have with this kit, is the placement of the receiver, should be near center console or it might loose reception, i had unit installed on left of dash and after .5 hour of driving 2 sensor lost signal, i had to transfer yhe receiver near center console, ( not easy task ) have not lost signal yet
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Yes, my setup exactly. I have one co detector on each floor and the rest are 3120B
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The instruction booklet that came with my First Alert carbon monoxide alarm (I do not know if I bought a "model C0615" -- my alarm has NO identifying alpha-numeric) informs me that there IS an extension cord already on the back of the alarm; it also tells how to access it. I unplugged my alarm from the outlet, turned it back-side-up and true enough the 2 pronged plug you use to plug it into the electrical outlet is part attached to a lightweight extension cord that I would estimate to be about 4 or 5 feet long. The instruction booklet says that is for use by those who want to remain standing and look at the alarm "face-to-face." Hope this helps, Fat. The instruction booklet that came with my First Alert carbon monoxide alarm (I do not know if I bought a "model C0615" -- my alarm has NO identifying alpha-numeric) informs me that there IS an extension cord already on the back of the alarm; it also tells how to access it. I unplugged my alarm from the outlet, turned it back-side-up and true enough the 2 pronged plug you use to plug it into the electrical outlet is part attached to a lightweight extension cord that I would estimate to be about 4 or 5 feet long. The instruction booklet says that is for use by those who want to... » Read More The instruction booklet that came with my First Alert carbon monoxide alarm (I do not know if I bought a "model C0615" -- my alarm has NO identifying alpha-numeric) informs me that there IS an extension cord already on the back of the alarm; it also tells how to access it. I unplugged my alarm from the outlet, turned it back-side-up and true enough the 2 pronged plug you use to plug it into the electrical outlet is part attached to a lightweight extension cord that I would estimate to be about 4 or 5 feet long. The instruction booklet says that is for use by those who want to remain standing and look at the alarm "face-to-face." Hope this helps, Fat. « Show Less
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When you are installing you will run one lead to ground and the other you will splice into the hot lead that goes into the backup lights, that way the alert will only sound when you put your vehicle into reverse. When you install the wiring it is best to use red wire going from the positive pole on alarm and black
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I am not s sure but why would you? The battery should last between 5-7 years and if the cost of the battery exceeds a new smoke detector then you replace the detector. Have to ask the mfg this 1.........
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Use a 7/32" Allen head wrench. Access the stub screws from above, turn counterclockwise to loosen, then remove the wires. Naturally, one at a time and unplug from battery first.
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these will trigger/signal only the kidde smoke detectors wireless or wired/battery backup of this series of detectors. i have changed all my wired/battery backup detectors on my second floor to kidde and changed all my existing battery detectors to kidde on my first floor, they all alarm if any of them goes off. one word of advise don't install any detectors close or adjacent to the oven because if you are broiling and you have a breeze blowing it will set off all/every one of the smoke detectors an all floors.
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Sorry. J Dziak is correct about location of the battery. It is in the receiver unit.
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No it doesn't have a battery backup It connect to the RV (12v ) system, I hope I would never need a backup for that system. This LP detector is MUCH better than the OEM detector. I bought my motor home 12 years ago and had three LP detectors in it before I bought this one. The others 'died' after two to three years. I have had this one for more than 4 years and it is still going strong.
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I just received my order of 2 CO400 alarms and one had 2 AA batteries and one has a 9 volt battery. I ordered the kind with the 2 AA batteries. I will check what I can do about getting the correct one with the AA batteries.
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Hi, I might be able to help. "B1" & "B2" go to the individuals batteries of course. "A" is the charging wire from your alternator and DE is the exciter wire that turns on your unit. Use a 16 or 14 ga wire (and connectors) to your fuse box and find a circuit that come "on" or is hot when your ignition is on. Piggy-back on to this circuit. You can also get a special piggy-back adaptor from your local auto parts store. This will turn on your isolator when (and only when) the key circuit is on or the vehicle is running and off when your ignition is off. Great unit and has worked well for me for almost 2 years. Let me know if I can help any further. Chris
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Nope, backup siren is incase they cut the wires to your primary siren, backup battery is in case they cut the battery power to disable the alarm. If the siren is hard to reach, you will be fine. What many do is pop the hood and cut the power to the battery. I myself just have the backup battery
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The backup battery is installed on the circuit board. You can call the manufacturer if you have questions. COMPUMATIC TIME RECORDERS (516) 486-3538
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Yes, just make sure to install the C-wire. Then, the batteries will just function as backup
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You have to change out the 9 volt backup battery. Since these are hardwired to your electrical system, you'll want to shut off the power to that room from the fuse box before trying to open it up and replace the battery.
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Hello Brian, The instruction should be on the back of the black box. Please remove the plastics on the battery terminal before using the battery. Thank you