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When choosing a carbon monoxide detector the fire department
suggests installing a detector that has an easy to read light
emitting diode (LED) display that will show the level of carbon
monoxide.
- Look for a detector that is both AC powered and a battery back
up. Most of the detectors with an LED display are AC powered.
- Make sure you are purchasing the newest device available.
- Combination smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are a good
alternative if your smoke detector needs replacement. This
combination detector should be placed in the hallway area outside of
the sleeping quarters of your home.
- With a combination detector, be familiar with the different
sounds that your detector will make indicating between smoke and
carbon monoxide.
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