Co Detectors

Brad White_9

does not mean that CO is not out to get you, Dave. :)

A while back I posted a thread to gather what we collectively think are "the best" in categories of applied equipment. CO Detectors come to mind.

What is the consensus of the best value or just plain best CO Detector for residential applications?

Brad

wsdave

Massachusetts enacts new law

Just read an article in the morning news that Massachusetts now requires, as of March 31st, CO detectors to be installed in all residences.
The article states that these can be purchased at home improvment and hardware stores for $20-$60.
A step in the right direction? Yes - definately BUT IMHO I don't think it goes far enough.

I personally don't "trust" these anymore. I have a Nighthawk, Model KN-COP-DP installed on each floor and I really don't trust these either after reading some of the threads here on The Wall.

The article doesn't mention that these devices only alarm at elevated levels of CO. It also doesn't mention that they *may* not be suitable for protection of young children and the elderly thus leading to a false sense of security.

Just call me paranoid!

Dave

Constantin

Only two come to my mind...

... the NCI3000 from the National Comfort Institute and the COExperts unit. Some contractors now favor the NCI unit over the COExperts unit since George Kerr raised the minimum alarming level to 15PPM when he revised the COExperts unit in 2004 (apparently for the aviation market).

On the other hand, having tried to obtain a NCI unit and failed (I am a civilian and my contractor dropped the ball) I am happy with the COExperts units I own and have bought for others. They may make a strange baby shower gift initially but once I explain the features, everybody appreciates it.

I wish the NCI were a bit less restrictive in their distribution policies but I understand their arguments for why they do what they do. In the meantime, I simply recommend people buy COExperts units from the likes of aeromedix.com unless their HVAC contractor carries the NCI brand.

Brad White_9

Thanks, Constantin

Whodathunk they make great baby shower gifts; one you hope is never needed but how many baby gifts can save lives?

Brad

wsdave

Concerned

LOL
Maybe the use of the word paraniod was a bit strong Brad. I probably should have said extremely concerned since I've learned that UL has "dumbed" down the requirements for CO detectors that the average homeower purchases.
Friends and neighbors I speak to think that I'm paranoid when it comes to CO detection. Some feel UL knows what they are doing to prevent unwanted alerts.
I personally feel that IF I have a problem with my boiler or water heater it is best to know long before CO levels are critical. I work nights so the safety of my family is really important to me when I'm not there.
Trusting a $20 detector kinda concerns me.
Dave

Brad White_9

All in good fun, Dave. Not for a minute did I take your paranoia seriously. Your points are all well-taken. The stats on chronic exposure should be on the minds of every professional.

I wish I had known about the CO seminars recently noted in posts. Even as an engineer (and moreso as a former EMT), I should be as up-to-date as possible.

Any idea when the next seminars will be?

Thanks

Brad

Xc8p2dC_2

Live or let die

I have seen many posts on the wall that do not favor store bought ones, especially the "K", BUT

Regardless of it's unsatisfactory reviews by some professionals, even if they don't operate to exacting standards you would require, but do still provided some protection, even if they don't go off till 100-200+ ppm, you still have some chance of escaping and living

Without one, you will die, >no question