Kidde C3010 Worry-Free Carbon Monoxide Alarm
- 10 year sealed lithium battery, no replacement required
- CO only, electrochemical sensor, no display
- 4 short beeps, 5 seconds silence, repeating with red LED
- 14 day event memory, red LED flash every 60 seconds
- Self-activates when attached to the mounting bracket
- 1.5 x 4.5 x 2.75 in., 4 ounces
- 10 year limited warranty
Last refreshed Sep 8, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A set-and-forget carbon monoxide alarm with a sealed battery that cannot be pulled or forgotten. It has no display and no smoke sensing, so it covers one hazard and shows status through lights only.
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ASIN: B00FHW7PBSModel: C3010Category: Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Overview
Not a plug-in or hardwired unit, this Kidde carbon monoxide alarm runs on a sealed lithium supply and switches itself on when pressed onto its mounting bracket. An electrochemical sensor watches for CO, and an end-of-life chirp signals when the whole alarm needs replacing.
Sealing the battery inside means nobody can borrow it for another device, and there is no swap to remember for the life of the alarm. Without a digital display, past events show up only as flashing lights, never as a reading of how much gas was present.
Who it's for
Landlords and homeowners covering sleeping areas without running wires get an alarm that cannot be disabled by battery removal. Those who want to see actual gas levels on a screen need a model with a display.
Pros and cons
- No battery changes over its life
- Activates automatically on its bracket
- Event memory flags recent high CO
- Amber fault light separates errors from alarms
- No digital display of CO levels
- Whole unit replaced at end of life
- No smoke detection
- Mounting hardware not listed
Performance notes
An electrochemical cell reacts to carbon monoxide and drives a loud repeating beep pattern that slows after the first few minutes. Status lights carry most of the information, with separate colors for normal operation, alarm and fault. Service life is set by the sealed lithium supply, after which a chirp signals replacement.
Specifications
| Brand | Kidde |
|---|---|
| Model | C3010 |
Frequently asked questions
How do I stop the end-of-life chirp on the Kidde C3010?
Use a screwdriver to deactivate the unit. That stops the chirp and makes it safe for disposal, and the alarm then needs replacing.
What does one beep every 30 seconds mean on the C3010?
One quick beep every 30 seconds, with the amber LED flashing every second, means the unit is in fault or error mode. One quick beep every 60 seconds means low battery power.
Does the Kidde C3010 detect smoke?
No smoke sensor is listed. It is a carbon monoxide alarm using electrochemical sensing.
How do I test the Kidde C3010?
Press the Test/Reset button. It checks the unit for proper operation and also resets the alarm.