| UPC | 028814007008 |
|---|---|
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00028814007008 |
| Manufacturer | Sonin |
| Part Number | Model 00700 |
| Item Weight | 3.49 ounces |
| Product Dimensions | 3 x 1 x 3 inches |
| Item model number | 700 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Material | plastic |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Warranty Description | 1 Year Limited |
Sonin 00700 Water Alarm with Remote Sensor
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| Brand | Sonin |
| Power Source | Battery Powered |
| Voltage | 9 Volts |
| Control Method | Remote |
| Noise Level | 85 Decibels |
About this item
- Detects water and sounds alarm
- Loud 85 dB buzzer sounds up to three days
- Intermittent chirp signals low battery
- Test button allows user to check battery
- Includes 1-year warranty
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| ASIN | B00004W4B4 |
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| Customer Reviews |
3.3 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank |
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| Date First Available | July 12, 2006 |
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From the Manufacturer
The Sonin 00700 Water Alarm with Remote Sensor detects leaks and sounds alarm. For early warning of leaks that may cause damage. Although it will not stop leaks, it is an early warning that leaks need tending. It gives you time to move valuables out of the path of the leak. Helps protect against costly water damage. Warns of leaks and overflows in bath, kitchen, laundry, furnace or computer rooms. Alerts user within hearing range that water has reached desired level when used to monitor the filling of pools, tubs, sinks, aquariums and more. An ideal accessory for sump and bilge pumps in residential, commercial and marine applications. Requires one 9-Volt battery (not included). One year limited warranty.
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Customers find the water alarm reliable, with one mentioning it works even during power outages, and they appreciate its effectiveness in detecting water and preventing basement flooding. The device is easy to install and offers good value for money, with one customer describing it as "worth its weight in gold." The alarm's volume receives mixed feedback, with several customers noting it's extremely loud, while battery life and quality control also get mixed reviews.
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Customers find the water alarm works well, with some reporting it continues to function after several years of use, and one customer noting it operates even during power outages.
"So far, works great, when I tested it that is. Not one of those devices you want to hear go off, but when it does, at least you can limit any damage" Read more
"These alarms work great ( When tested ) haven't had them go off for real." Read more
"...2 of them made a very low, very hard to hear squeak, rendering them useless. In the trash they went...." Read more
"Simple and effective. It woke me up at 3AM for a water heater that sprung a leak. Cheap insurance." Read more
Customers appreciate the water resistance features of the alarm, with multiple reviews confirming it detects water effectively, and one customer noting it triggers immediately when water touches the probes.
"...This is inexpensive and I tested that it is sensitive to moisture. It is cheap peace of mind. It should be by every washing machine." Read more
"...00700 WATER ALARM WAS EASY TO INSTALL AND NOW I HAVE 2 WATER LEAK PROTECTION DEVICES IN BOILER ROOM AND WASHING MACHINE AREA..AFTER SPENDING SEVERAL..." Read more
"...It allows me to take action immediately and prevent the water rising further (the cause of the problem can be managed but not corrected)...." Read more
"...It does set the alarm when water contacts it, but unless I lengthen the wire it's not doing much good. At least it didn't cost too much." Read more
Customers find the water alarm worth its price, with one customer describing it as "worth its weight in gold."
"Inexpensive sensor that does the job! Had this same model for many years. Bought it as a replacement...." Read more
"...This time be prepared. This is inexpensive and I tested that it is sensitive to moisture. It is cheap peace of mind...." Read more
"This inexpensive device is wonderful, without exception...." Read more
"...My sump well overflows in a day if the pump fails and this is well worth the price compared to a flooded basement...." Read more
Customers find the water alarm easy to install.
"HI AMAZON, THE SONIN 00700 WATER ALARM WAS EASY TO INSTALL AND NOW I HAVE 2 WATER LEAK PROTECTION DEVICES IN BOILER ROOM AND WASHING MACHINE AREA....." Read more
"Simple and effective. It woke me up at 3AM for a water heater that sprung a leak. Cheap insurance." Read more
"...This also causes trouble with putting it back together, if you aren't very careful, you'll pinch the cord to the sensor and likely break some of..." Read more
"This is a simple bit of kit but it has a problem...." Read more
Customers appreciate the water alarm's safety features, with one mentioning it keeps kids safer, while another notes it serves as a good early warning device.
"Will keep your kids safer, not safe! Parental supervision should ALWAYS be used when there is a pool around...." Read more
"...This seemed like a good early warning device but I'm disappointed...." Read more
"Will keep your kids safer, not safe! Parental supervision should ALWAYS be used when there is a pool around...." Read more
"SAFETY WATER ALARM..." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the water alarm's volume, with some finding it very loud, while one customer mentions it cannot be heard upstairs.
"...built overseas.... The alarm is about half as loud as a smoke detector..." Read more
"...The alarm is very loud but would be hard to hear with doors closed and vacuum and dishwasher running at the same time...." Read more
"...tested it by pouring a cup of water twords the sensor and it was extremely loud...." Read more
"...It is really, really loud. The water sensor has 2 metal contacts - it is probably a good idea to clean them from time to time...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the water alarm's quality control, with some reporting non-existent quality control.
"...It's small, cheap, and works exactly as expected. I mounted ours on a wall in the basement and tacked the wire down to the floor...." Read more
"...works nicely when it works, but sometimes we've had water spills, and no alarm, even though the sensor is soaked. Not sure why." Read more
"...With all that being said it is a fairly nice alarm and does trigger the instant water touches the two probes. The blue test button works well...." Read more
"This is a poorly designed product with nonexistant quality control...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the water alarm's battery life, with some finding it long-lasting while others wish it lasted longer.
"...Battery lasted 8 years without replacing (I guess this will depend on how much activation time it sees)...." Read more
"...The battery could also die at anytime and would prevent the alarm from working altogether...." Read more
"...They are loud as hell and have low battery beeps. Batteries last about 4-5 years...." Read more
"...BUT, one of those new purchases is a battery eater -- four new 9v batteries including two of the more expensive long-life types since we put it..." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on February 17, 2013The original one I purchased worked (and is still working) great. I subsequently bought several more, which either didn't work right out of the box or -as the one in service that I tested today- lost its alarm volume and is worthless. What a shame- it's a good form but unreliable.
- Reviewed in the United States on January 3, 2015Will keep your kids safer, not safe! Parental supervision should ALWAYS be used when there is a pool around. The alarm is very loud but would be hard to hear with doors closed and vacuum and dishwasher running at the same time. The battery could also die at anytime and would prevent the alarm from working altogether. With all that being said it is a fairly nice alarm and does trigger the instant water touches the two probes. The blue test button works well. You can put this alarm inside a plastic bag to help prevent water damage from rain or spray. The alarm section cannot be submersed in water. The cable is about 3-5' in length.
- Reviewed in the United States on March 29, 2011We own several of these water alarms, having recently purchased three after good experiences with earlier ones. BUT, one of those new purchases is a battery eater -- four new 9v batteries including two of the more expensive long-life types since we put it into service in February. When the battery gets drained, the alarm chirps to let you know -- unfortunately, it's easiest to hear the chirps at night, in bed. And it's hard to know which unit is chirping until you get up, traipse around, and locate the exact source. Now I learn that the return period expired ten days ago. My advice would be to return one of these clunkers as soon as it eats the second battery. The others have lasted over a year before needing a battery replacement. If the seller or manufacturer would like a defective sample to test, I have it right here on my desk...
- Reviewed in the United States on December 17, 2010I bought this product about 5 years ago and it works great. It's in the basement and is loud enough to hear anywhere on the first floor and in some locations on the second floor.
So why the negative review? I bought another in December 2010. It looks identical to the first one but the alarm now sounds like the faint chirping of a cricket. Tried different batteries, same result. OK, well the first one is still working well, I asked Amazon for a replacement. Free return shipping, fast turn around time. I love Amazon. However, replacement alarm has exactly the same problem. You would not be able to hear this thing across a medium sized room unless it was the dead of the night. I don't know what happened to the quality control at Sonin, but I recommend that you look elsewhere. It's more than likely that you'll be sending yours back as well.
- Reviewed in the United States on November 14, 2012This unit is poorly designed in USA!!!! built overseas....
The alarm is about half as loud as a smoke detector
The two screws that you must undo to install the battery ( 9V) are different lengths and if you put the short one into the longer's hole it is very difficult to get out.
Seems to detect water fine so I will keep- I hate returning. BUT,more loud alarms are available for the same price
- Reviewed in the United States on December 7, 2012This little alarm is a smart idea if you get water in your basement, like I do, but with the basement door shut you can hardly hear the alarm when it goes off. If you live in a loud house or have a business this is probably not the alarm for you
- Reviewed in the United States on December 24, 2011Our drain in our basement backed up this year (first time since house was built) and ever since it happened I've been a little worried. This hasn't completely relieved that fear but it does help. It's small, cheap, and works exactly as expected. I mounted ours on a wall in the basement and tacked the wire down to the floor. I then positioned the sensor upside down so as soon as water covers that section it will go off (it has a suction cup on the back and the sensors on the front but I wanted to know the instant water hit the floor). I then tested it by pouring a cup of water twords the sensor and it was extremely loud.
It's worth it's cost, especially if it gives you a little jump on a potential disaster. I also bought another sensor at the same time (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000IF6URO/ref=cm_cr_rev_prod_title) that I put into the actual drain pipe so I could detect water backing up before it gets to the floor. Between the two I'm definitely worrying less.
- Reviewed in the United States on July 30, 2003This is a pretty basic item. Put in the battery, mount the main unit and them position the sensor. It works (I tested it). I wish the battery life was longer (I get about 9 months out of 1 alkaline battery). I haven't seen a better unit, but this is so basic that I just gave it 3 stars.
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Product Summary: Sonin 00700 Water Alarm with Remote Sensor
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3.3 out of 5 stars, 75 ratings
Customer reviewsAbout this Item
- Detects water and sounds alarm
- Loud 85 dB buzzer sounds up to three days
- Intermittent chirp signals low battery
- Test button allows user to check battery
- Includes 1-year warranty
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