Product Description The First Alert SCO5CN Combination Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm detects both smoke and carbon monoxide in a single device with its dual permanent sensors. This carbon monoxide and smoke detector is battery operated, allowing you to easily install it without requiring an electrician. A photoelectric sensor detects the smoke most commonly produced by smoldering fires and minimizes false alarms from cooking smoke or shower steam. The advanced electrochemical CO sensor detects carbon monoxide leaks from multiple sources, such as faulty fuel-burning appliances, blocked chimneys, and generators running inside or too close to homes. Requiring just two AA batteries and featuring an easy-access battery compartment for quick changes, this smoke and carbon monoxide detector has unique alarm sounds and indicator lights on its face that distinguish a smoke warning from a carbon monoxide warning. A single button allows you to silence a false alarm or test the unit. Amazon.com Carbon monoxide (CO) is the leading cause of accidental poisoning deaths in America, yet many people don't know they are suffering from CO poisoning until its too late. Since symptoms of CO poisoning are like the flu, you might not even know you're in danger at first. That's why a carbon monoxide alarm is an excellent way to protect your family. It can detect the CO you can't see, smell or taste in the air. The First Alert SCO5CN carbon monoxide and smoke alarm uses an electrochemical carbon monoxide sensor-the most accurate technology available. The alarm uses photoelectric smoke sensing technology which is environmentally friendlier and which reduces nuisance alarms, making it ideal for cooking areas. It is also great for sensing slow smoldering fires quickly. The permanent