Alarms may have an actual life span that is shorter due to environmental conditions and may need to be replaced sooner.
First alert carbon monoxide detector red light solid.
Learn more red or green light on.
Some alarms have a red or green light that blinks every few minutes while other models blink rapidly or shine a solid light.
Learn about non emergency light patterns of common first alert models.
A homeowner should take a careful look at the carbon monoxide detector when they get it so they know what it typically flashes green or red.
Led light indicators on first alert alarms.
First alert and brk alarms have a power indicator light to show you that your alarm is receiving power.
The light isn t a cause for concern unless the alarm is also beeping or chirping.
This is the power indicator light.
Smoke carbon monoxide alarms.
On first alert carbon monoxide alarms the red light flashes to show the co alarm is.
How to stop false or nuisance smoke alarms.
What do beeps or chirps on my alarm mean.
After 5 years any alarm should be replaced with a new co alarm.
First alert also offers combination smoke and carbon monoxide alarms which provide 2 in 1 protection against both smoke and carbon monoxide.
A first alert carbon monoxide alarm life span is warranted for 5 years.
The color of the led light and the blinking pattern may differ based on the model you own.
Learn more troubleshoot smoke alarm chirping.