How can the Carbon Monoxide detector be checked?

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eladyah

I am interested in a valid procedure for testing the Carbon Monoxide detector element in a typical 120v plug-in CO Alarm device. My question is with respect to the CO detector itself not the push button test feature most units have. This only checks the electrical operation of the device not it's ability to detect the gas

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if it is a plug-in unit get an extension cord and hold it up to your car muffler with your car running.

Can I use radon detector gas to get the reading for carbon monoxide level?

westofrest

We have a radon detector that was used to test the radon level in the basement. Can we use it to get an accurate reading for carbon monoxide level instead of using a carbon monoxide detector? Thank you.

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I don't think so. There is a carbon monoxide circular device that is aliken to the fire alarm circular device you attach to the ceiling in your home. They say this cm device should be placed by your windows as well as in your garage and bedroom. I heard they are about $20 each at Home Depot. In my humble opinion you don't need to know the "levels" what you need to know is when it's there and to leave promptly upon hearing the alarm. Btw, radon can be present in rooms that rarely have the windows open as it gets trapped. So as I understand it, it's around, just don't harness it.

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