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The PAD300 Photoelectric Smoke detector and Carbon Monoxide (CO) detector from Potter are both listed analog addressable detectors compatible with fire alarm control panels that utilize the Potter ...

Installing and maintaining smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) detectors can save your life. Fortunately, they’re inexpensive and easy to put in place. Basic smoke detectors cost as little as $15 and ...

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The best smoke detectors are a necessity for every home, quickly detecting fire, smoke, and carbon monoxide to alert you to potential danger. As a residential carpenter, I've installed plenty of ...