We have an enclosed garage that is more of a "play room." Can I install this unit in a garage? The Kiddie Alarms state you can't use them in a garag
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Paul and Castaway are exactly right, the exhaust from the car would cause this to go off constantly. However, if the garage is only used as a playroom and has any device using natural gas (e.g. water heater, clothes dryer, etc) then it will be a benefit to install it there.
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I will acknowledge that I'm not an chemist or engineer, but if the company indicates it shouldn't be used in a garage, I would certainly agree. This device helps sniff out dangerous fumes and vapors, and typically, garages contain both. If the area is like any other room in the house, and doesn't contain any vehicles, dangerous chemicals, or any other type of combustion processes, I would consider it for myself. However, for anyone else, I would take the advice of the company and write them with a detailed description of the room contents and use and ask their professional opinion.
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This unit drains 9v pack battery( backup inside) in no time even if connected to the power. This is a design defect
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Temperature in a garage could be too low but if it's a play room used by humans it should be OK
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this unit drains 9v pack battery in no time even if it is connected to the power and keeps beeping for battery change . design defect
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Since the detector is intended for the occupied part of the house that is heated and not subject to direct CO from car exhaust, the unit may not work as designed and that is the last thing you want.
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The short answer is "Yes". However, the unit may be too sensitive and sound the alarm because of the carbon monoxide gas emitted by your vehicles. I use mine in the kitchen area of a park model mobile home to detect any propane leakage. Any inconvenience caused by a false alarm is insignificant when compared with the alternative.
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They plug into a regular ac wall outlet. They would not work if you had a car in the garage. But I don't see any reason why they wouldn't work in you area.
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I use mine in my garage above the door to the house. The garage doors are open but on windy days it is not really effective. I don't think it would work in an open-air area.
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I don't know the answer to that question, but I have mine in the garage where there wouldm't be a problem.
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I have two concerns with your question.First, I would not put the unit in the garage due to carbon monoxide gases.Put the unit outside in a safe area.Secondly, Use only a power cord that is heavy duty, like one used for window air condition units
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As long as it is anchored to ceiling beams, you shouldn't have any problem using it in any room. My garage is sheet rocked, so it's just like any other room in the house. Hope that's helpful.
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Not sure how weather resistant it is. I put mine under the house at a vent opening. So it would sound off out side but not be exposed to the rain and bad weather. It has been working in that location for over a year. If the alarm trips its loud. Most likely the intruder will run off.
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Yes and also allows you to place outside the area you are protecting. Like if you have the alarm in a shed, you could have this external alarm outside the shed under the eaves. Or if you place in a rv, you could mount this outside so it is heard outside the area you are prortecting.... Product Works Great for price!!!!!!!!!!!1
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Personally I used inside but works of for the garages sensors. I will say you can place it outside but must be away from rain. What I did recommend you for operation ranges make test before you decide where to place it.
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I believe it is safe enough to install inside a home but I think it would be too noisy. Even though it is very quiet running in a garage it wouldn't be quiet enough in a home.
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I would depend on how many rooms you had. We live in a 2000+ home and put one in all the common areas (both living rooms, kitchen and garage entry). Make sure you follow the instructions and set it at a constant vibration for a few months then switch it so random. For the most part, it has worked for our place. We still had a few that came in months after the use of this item but not like it was before. I would recommend this item but would suggest one for all the common areas. We contacted the owner via phone and he was very helpful with the questions we had about this item. Hope this helps I would depend on how many rooms you had. We live in a 2000+ home and put one in all the common areas (both living rooms, kitchen and garage entry). Make sure you follow the instructions and set it at a constant vibration for a few months then switch it so random. For the most part, it has worked for our place. We still had a few that came in months after the use of this item but not like it was before. I would recommend this item but would suggest one for all the common areas. We contacted the owner via phone and he was very helpful with the questions we had about this item. Hope... » Read More I would depend on how many rooms you had. We live in a 2000+ home and put one in all the common areas (both living rooms, kitchen and garage entry). Make sure you follow the instructions and set it at a constant vibration for a few months then switch it so random. For the most part, it has worked for our place. We still had a few that came in months after the use of this item but not like it was before. I would recommend this item but would suggest one for all the common areas. We contacted the owner via phone and he was very helpful with the questions we had about this item. Hope this helps « Show Less
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I don't see why not. Once the device is lay down, right next to the edge and next to the door and you turn on the switch, the moment that any part of the door touches the metal slider........the alarm goes off! And it's not a toy, the sound is loud. I hope this helps.
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You need to use it in the garage or front/back porch....not in the house. It's not loud enough to bother neighbors.
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If you use this as is, then you can't. If you install this with the telephone dialer, then the dialer itself is an alarm. so you can leave this unit in the utility room and install the dialer in your house. Between this sensor unit and the dialer is wireless.
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I have one installed in my upper level. I did have a freeze issue in the basement which stopped my heat. The alarm did go off and call but I wish I would have had one in the lower level to prevent some damage. If you find an answer please let me know as I too am considering having two on the same phone line. Will that work?
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I assume you mean with an open garage door? I should work fine, the lack of air movement will help it as wind (or a fan) will disperse the effectiveness. But it is a combustion device (small one) so I am sure using in a closed environment is not wise.
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I think a garage would be inside. A carport would be iffy . I made a weatherproof box for mine so I could put it outside by the faucet. It worked fine.
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I would not recommend it unless it was outside in a somewhat sheltered area. Even then I wouldn't do it. It is perfect for a garage or indoor.