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Old 03-03-2022, 12:53 AM   #1
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Hi all. I can't figure out if the CO 2 detector works properly in my Roadtrek. Attached is a photo showing the testing instructions. A little difficult to read; hopefullyyoucan zoom in. Not sure I understand them. It does beep and flash green, red.

Also what does ppm mean...parts per ?? Also I don't know what kind of tool to use to remove the casing. Thought it was an Alan wrench but noooo that would be too easy.

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Old 03-03-2022, 01:55 AM   #2
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You can google Safe-T-Alert (MTI industries) with your model number and find an instruction sheet download. On my STA alarm model:

A beep every 15sec plus an alternating Red/Green means there has been a malfunction of the alarm. Press the test button. If it doesn't stop, check battery voltage. If ok, replace alarm.

A beep every 25-30 sec plus an alternating RedRed/GreenGreen means that the alarm is at the end of its life and should be replaced.

These instructions apply to the 65 surface and flush mount models.


ppm = parts per million.
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Old 03-10-2022, 04:11 PM   #3
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organize4u, Hey. it's a CO alarm not a CO2 alarm. Co2 is carbon dioxide like in a fire extinguisher or dry ice. Co is carbon monoxide like in auto exhaust and kills red blood cells.
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Thanks horacecupp. I realized that mistake just today ��.
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Old 03-10-2022, 09:43 PM   #5
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Here is the low down on PPM (Parts per Million) and toxicity:
https://www.abe.iastate.edu/extensio...table-aen-172/
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Thanks Johnny Fryer.
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Old 03-12-2022, 09:59 PM   #7
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All CO detectors have a lifespan, usually 10 years. And some won't even allow you to replace the battery.
So at least make sure it's not past its end of life.
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Old 03-13-2022, 12:54 PM   #8
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It's actually 5 years. I was way overdue. Both LP and CO were dated 2007!

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It's actually 5 years. I was way overdue. Both LP and CO were dated 2007!

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Old 03-13-2022, 05:40 PM   #10
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Yes! Got a two in one, ready to install.

Thanks everyone.
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Old 03-14-2022, 10:10 PM   #11
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Simple install. Now I see my smoke alarm should have been replaced in 2017 also. Finding all kinds of things PO didn't do. I read about photoelectric/ionization alarms but with my small van I'm thinking a plain old smoke alarm will do. Advice?
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Old 03-14-2022, 10:10 PM   #12
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PS photo is upside-down ��
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My Safety Alert replacement, model that showed, was a bit too big for the space. I could have cut a bigger opening, but ended up disconnecting the CO side (Low battery side etc was still fine) and simply put a separate CO Alarm behind the driver's seat. It came with a 5 year battery, so no hookup required.
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