A Wearable Aqua Alert Wristband.
June 24, 2009 1 Comment Thursday, June 23rd, 2009 Netcast 859
Aqua Alert Model A-100. The company says the alarm can be heard over 100ft. away depending on weather conditions.(I’m not quite sure exactly what that means.) The alarm is activated when wristband gets wet. Just a few drops of water was enough to activate it when I tried. It’s also difficult to stop the alarm once it starts. It stops when the wristband is dried. You can wave it about, or blow air on it to speed up the drying process. The band was too small to fit my wrist, but the company says their safety latch prevents the wristband from being removed by child. So the alarm is loud there is a warning to never place the unit close to your ears. It is LOUD! There are several important things to know about this device. And you should read them carefully and understand them. Aqua alert alarm is not a life saving device. When a child is near water parental supervision is always required. Also very important! The Aqua Alert Alarm cannot be heard when completely submerged underwater!
On the company’s website check out the Model A-5000, which could be a better choice because it has a remote alarm. I called the company to find out when the A-5000 would be available, but so far no one has called me back. If they do, I’ll post an update.
Company’s website: http://mx3technologies.com/aqua-alert/products-a100.php
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