Safety Siren Pro-3 Radon Gas Detector Monitor Tester
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Manufacturer: Family Safety ProductModel: HS71512
Product features:
- US EPA Approval - The Pro Series 3 is an evaluated and approved radon gas detector
- Numeric LED Display - Range of .1 to 999.9 pCi/L
- Two Display Options: Short-term average reading or long-term average reading
- Audible alarm will sound if either the short-term average or long-term average reading exceeds 4 pCi
- Installation - Unit must be mounted to the wall and plugged into a power outlet (10' power cord)
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Customer Review: Excellent product for short and long term testing
Summary: 5 Stars
I purchased this device 2 1/2 months ago so that I could have an idea of what my long term readings are and how it changes week to week.
I was hesitant to purchase this product because I have read a number of reviews and comments about this device not being approved for sale in one or two states. However, I saw that this product was tested by a leading consumer magazine which gave this device a good rating. I believe that in order to get a good rating, the readings have to be within 20% of the actual level.
My belief is that my device gives readings somewhat higher than the actual level. Perhaps short term carbon testers give readings lower than the actual level. From what I read from the leading consumer magazine is that short term carbon tests from certain companies give poor readings, up to 40% off from the true level. The carbon tester I used was rated good, within 20%.
I used the carbon tester before the unit arrived to take some measurements. Based on the results, I feel my unit is giving me a reasonable reading (albeit somewhat higher). I also believe that my unit is very consistent in its readings so that the day to day changes are a true reflection of the change in radon levels.
This device measures average radon levels for the past week and also measures average radon levels since it was last reset. Since it provides an average reading over the last 7 days, any change I make to affect the radon level won't be completely accounted for until 7 days have gone by. However, if my readings are slowly dropping, then I think it is safe to assume that radon levels are lower than the current reading and vice versa.
I think the quality of the plastic covering the display could be substantially better. It is very thin, almost like cellophane. I would like to see a thicker piece of plastic. Nevertheless, the display is crisp and very bright (easy to read). It is always lit which I like. The unit comes with a UL listed power supply which is a big plus because I could not find anyone else that mentioned if the power supply was UL listed or not.
I would like to see a battery backup which it does not have. Unplugging it for a very brief period of time does not seem to reset it (a few seconds). However, I had two power surges (they were substantial) that made the device list an error code. Unplugging and re-plugging the device fixed the problem each time but this brought up another issue. The long term readings are probably only as good as the unit gets good power. I don't think I would be able to get a 6 month or 1 year average reading as I don't think my power is that reliable. If I want a 1 year average, I probably would have to purchase a long term test kit, but it would be frustrating to wait a whole year with no feedback. Even though I purchased this for long term testing, I still OK with it because I know what my long term reading is to date and can average it in to whatever it displays if I reset the unit.
Next year in February, I plan to purchase another charcoal kit and test the device. As long as the readings are less than 40% different, I will be happy; otherwise I will send the device back to be re-calibrated which is cheaper than buying a new one.
Despite the drawbacks, I give it 5 stars because it does what it was designed to do and I think it is the only game in town for an affordable electronic radon testing device. It measures down to 0.1 pCi/L.
I do suggest that if you buy this device that you also check it with a carbon device to make sure it is giving a reasonable reading. Please note that the short term carbon testers can be very inaccurate, so purchase one that has results that are within 20% of the real amounts. To find a good carbon testing kit, check with a leading consumer magazine.
Description of Safety Siren Pro-3 Radon Gas Detector Monitor Tester
Digital Continuous Radon Gas Monitoring with Home Radon Alarm Protect your family from lung cancer from radon gas exposure with the only EPA evaluated radon gas alarm, the Safety Siren Pro 3 Electronic Radon Gas Detector from Family Safety Products. As seen on TV, this is not like a single use radon test detection kit: this digital radon gas monitor for home testing is a continuous radon tester that performs continuous radon gas monitoring. The clear, easily read digital radon level display shows short-term radon levels as well as long-term radon level averages. The Safety Siren electronic radon monitor gives its first radon reading after 48 hours of radon gas sampling. Radon gas in air or water is a health hazard resulting from uranium breaking down in soil. Exposure to radon can cause lung cancer. Continuous home radon monitoring is recommended in high radon areas or when radon mitigation systems are used. Radon gas levels change according to humidity and season. See in.Radon Facts in. below the radon monitor information. Family Safety Products' Electronic Radon Meter Features: USA EPA Evaluated. Not for sale to residents of the State of Iowa nor for shipment to Iowa residents per Iowa Department of Public Health Rules, Chapters 43 (136B). Please contact the Iowa Department of Public Health at (515) 281-7689 for further information. Numeric LED radon gas detection level display range: .1 to 999.9 in pCi/L. Short and long term readings. Short-term readings: 7 day radon average. Long-term readings: radon averages since powered-up or last reset. 5-year maximum. Audible alarm if short or long-term radon gas averages are 4 pCi/L or greater. Continuously samples air . Display updates hourly. Failsafe self test: every 24 hours. Error code displays if test fails. 4 function menu button Green LED illuminates next to S (short-term) or L (long-term) display. User can manually test detector operation. Button to mute or reactivate audible alarm when unit is in alarm.Lighting
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