Protect your home with the Kidde 2030-DCR Carbon Monoxide Alarm. This compact, battery-powered CO detector provides continuous monitoring and sounds a loud warning when it detects dangerous levels of carbon monoxide.
The alarm features a 10-year electrochemical sensor, replaceable AA batteries and clear LED indicators. Therefore, it offers straightforward carbon monoxide protection for homes, rented properties and holiday accommodation.
Carbon monoxide has no colour, smell or taste. Every property with a fuel-burning appliance should have suitable CO alarms in the correct locations.
The Kidde 2030-DCR uses an electrochemical sensor to monitor the surrounding air for carbon monoxide. If the alarm detects a dangerous CO level, its 85dB sounder warns people in the property.
In addition, the green, amber and red LEDs show the alarm’s current status. This makes it easier to identify normal operation, faults and alarm conditions.
The built-in sensor provides up to 10 years of carbon monoxide detection. Furthermore, an end-of-life warning tells you when you need to replace the complete alarm.
Please note: The 10-year figure applies to the sensor life. The manufacturer provides a three-year warranty, and you will need to replace the AA batteries during the life of the alarm.
Two AA alkaline batteries power the Kidde 2030-DCR, and Kidde includes them with the alarm. As a result, the unit does not need a mains electrical connection.
An audible warning tells you when the batteries need replacing. Always use the battery type listed in the user guide and test the alarm after fitting new batteries.
You can mount the alarm on a suitable wall or use it as a freestanding unit. Therefore, it works well in permanent home installations and can also provide practical protection while travelling.
Always follow the positioning instructions in the user guide. Do not place the alarm where furniture, curtains or other objects may block it.
The Kidde 2030-DCR suits properties containing appliances or features such as:
Landlords must follow the alarm rules that apply in the country where the property sits. In England, rented homes generally require a CO alarm in any room used as living accommodation that contains a fixed combustion appliance, except a gas cooker.
In Wales, landlords must provide a working carbon monoxide alarm in each room containing a gas, oil or solid-fuel-burning appliance, subject to the detailed requirements of the Welsh regulations.
However, buying a compliant alarm does not guarantee legal compliance on its own. You must also install, position, test and maintain it correctly.
Install the alarm according to the Kidde user guide and any rules that apply to your property. Ideally, fit a suitable alarm in every room containing a fuel-burning appliance. You may also need extra alarms near sleeping areas or in rooms where people spend a lot of time.
Test the alarm regularly with the test button. In addition, test it after replacing the batteries and after returning from a long absence.
Never test a carbon monoxide alarm with vehicle exhaust, smoke or another combustion source. Use only the test procedure stated in the Kidde instructions.
This product detects carbon monoxide only. It does not detect smoke, fire or other gases and does not replace the smoke alarms required in your property.
A carbon monoxide alarm also does not replace correct appliance installation, ventilation, flue maintenance or regular servicing by a qualified engineer.
If the alarm sounds, follow the emergency instructions in the user guide. Move into fresh air, contact the appropriate emergency service and do not use the suspected appliance until a qualified engineer confirms that it is safe.
The electrochemical sensor has a 10-year operating life. An end-of-life warning tells you when you need to replace the alarm.
No. The sensor lasts for up to 10 years, but Kidde provides a three-year manufacturer’s warranty for this model.
Yes. Kidde supplies the alarm with two replaceable AA alkaline batteries.
The sounder produces at least 85dB at a distance of three metres.
Yes. It suits rooms containing wood-burning and multifuel stoves. Always follow the positioning instructions in the user guide.
Yes. The alarm suits rooms with gas boilers and other fuel-burning appliances.
Yes. Its battery-powered, freestanding design makes it suitable for travel. However, always position and use it according to Kidde’s instructions.
No. The 2030-DCR detects carbon monoxide only. You will still need suitable smoke and heat alarms.
Test the alarm regularly according to the user guide. You should also test it whenever you replace the batteries.
It complies with EN 50291-1:2018. However, landlords must also follow the installation, testing and maintenance rules that apply to their property and location.