My carbon monoxide detector keep going off?

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Q. So this morning I woke up and it started to beep. I tried to switch batteries and now it beeps once every twelve or so seconds.

Answer
Periodic beeping or chirping, rather than a continuous alarm, is indicative of a problem with the detector itself rather than a carbon monoxide problem. Assuming the battery you put in was good and properly connected, then it could be the detector has reached its end of life (they're only good for 5-7 years, depending on make and model).

Does an electric stove need a vent?

I have a Jenn Aire downdraft that I bought for $2500 7 years ago and it's been breaking piece by piece for the last 5 years. The only downdraft oven I can find is another Jenn Aire and I'd rather cook over a campfire than buy another. Can I just get a regular stove and open the windows when I burn something?

Answer
Yes you can. A vent is not needed for any household stove. They are nice to have but not necessary. My stove has a vent but it blows the air over my head when turned on. Gas stoves if adjusted properly are not a danger, but always have a carbon monoxide detector in your house to be on the safe side. ie gas furnace and gas water heater can and do produce carbon monoxide. Good luck and be safe

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