{"product_id":"first-alert-co600-plug-in-ac-powered-carbon-monoxide-alarm","title":"First Alert CO600 Plug-In AC-Powered Carbon Monoxide Alarm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShort answer:\u003c\/strong\u003e The CO600 is First Alert's plug-in AC-powered CO alarm — permanent, no battery maintenance, designed for locations with a reliable outlet. The tradeoff versus the CO606 is that the CO600 has no battery backup, meaning a power outage during a CO event would cut power to the alarm. For most permanent home installations where power outages are infrequent, the CO600 is solid. For peace of mind during outages, step up to the CO606.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#1a1a1a;border-left:4px solid #ff9800;border-radius:4px;padding:16px 20px;margin:24px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color:#ff9800;\"\u003eKey specs at a glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top:10px;padding-left:18px;line-height:2;color:#e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003ePower:\u003c\/strong\u003e 120V AC plug-in — no batteries required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eBattery Backup:\u003c\/strong\u003e None\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eSensor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Electrochemical CO sensor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eAlarm Output:\u003c\/strong\u003e 85dB at 10 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eEnd-of-Life Signal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — audible warning when replacement is needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eListing:\u003c\/strong\u003e UL 2034\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7-year limited\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" × 3.4\" × 1.7\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCO600 vs CO606 — Do You Need Battery Backup?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;background:#1a1a1a;color:#e0e0e0;margin:16px 0;font-size:0.9em;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr style=\"background:#2a2a2a;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px 12px;border:1px solid #333;color:#ffb74d;text-align:left;\"\u003eScenario\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px 12px;border:1px solid #333;color:#ffb74d;text-align:center;\"\u003eCO600\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px 12px;border:1px solid #333;color:#ffb74d;text-align:center;\"\u003eCO606\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;border:1px solid #333;\"\u003eNormal operation (AC power on)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;border:1px solid #333;text-align:center;\"\u003e✓ Full function\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;border:1px solid #333;text-align:center;\"\u003e✓ Full function\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#222;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;border:1px solid #333;\"\u003ePower outage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;border:1px solid #333;text-align:center;\"\u003e✗ No protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;border:1px solid #333;text-align:center;\"\u003e✓ Battery takes over\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;border:1px solid #333;\"\u003eBattery maintenance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;border:1px solid #333;text-align:center;\"\u003eNone required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;border:1px solid #333;text-align:center;\"\u003eAnnual 9V replacement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#222;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;border:1px solid #333;\"\u003eCO risk during outages\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;border:1px solid #333;text-align:center;\"\u003eHigher (generators, candles)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;border:1px solid #333;text-align:center;\"\u003eCovered\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;border:1px solid #333;\"\u003ePrice point\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;border:1px solid #333;text-align:center;\"\u003eLower\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;border:1px solid #333;text-align:center;\"\u003eHigher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCO Poisoning Risk and Why Placement Matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarbon monoxide is produced by any fuel-burning appliance — gas furnaces, water heaters, generators, fireplaces, and vehicle exhaust. CO is colorless and odorless and at moderate concentrations causes symptoms that mimic the flu: headache, dizziness, nausea. At high concentrations it causes loss of consciousness and death. The CO600 is rated to alarm before CO reaches dangerous concentration levels in normal residential exposure scenarios.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"line-height:2;color:#e0e0e0;padding-left:18px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall on each level of the home and outside each sleeping area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace 5 feet above floor level — CO is slightly lighter than air and disperses throughout the room\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid kitchens, high-humidity areas, and locations near furnace vents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWill the CO600 work during a power outage?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo — the CO600 requires 120V AC and has no battery backup. During a power outage, the unit will not function. This is a critical consideration because power outages often coincide with increased CO risk from generators and alternative heating sources. If outage protection is important, choose the CO606 instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes the CO600 detect smoke or natural gas?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo — the CO600 detects carbon monoxide only. It will not alarm for smoke, propane, natural gas, or other hazards. Install separate smoke alarms and consider a natural gas\/propane detector if applicable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eHow long does the CO600 last?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst Alert rates the CO600 for a 7-year service life. The electrochemical sensor degrades over time and the unit emits an end-of-life signal (distinct from the alarm pattern) when replacement is needed. Do not attempt to extend use beyond the rated service life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eIs the CO600 sufficient to meet code requirements?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CO600 is UL 2034 listed, which is the standard referenced by NFPA 720 and most state CO alarm codes. However, check local requirements — some jurisdictions require battery backup or interconnected alarms in new construction.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"First Alert","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44089213059160,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/1900\/0920\/files\/31hRIkupCLL._SL500.jpg?v=1778350252","url":"https:\/\/wcsafety.com\/products\/first-alert-co600-plug-in-ac-powered-carbon-monoxide-alarm","provider":"WC Safety","version":"1.0","type":"link"}