Beginner's guide to the Nest Protect smoke and CO alarm
Here are some articles to help you get started with your Google Nest Protect smoke and CO alarm. These articles include:
- How to set up and install
- Learn what the lights and sounds mean
- How to change settings
For more details about your Nest Protect smoke and CO alarm, download your Nest Protect User’s Guide.
Learn how to add Nest Protect to your account in the Nest app or Google Home app and install it.
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How to add Nest Protect to the Nest app
- How to install Nest Protect
- Or, find a local professional to install your Nest Protect for you
Here are a few basics on how to silence Nest Protect, learn about Pathlight and how to change its settings, and know the differences between Heads-Up and Emergency Alarms.
Your Nest Protect does some work behind-the-scenes like automatically running a Self Test to check its batteries and sensors or running a Sound Check (2nd gen) to check its speakers, buzzer, and light ring.
You should also run a Safety Checkup at least once a month to check that your Nest Protects work properly.
These articles explain what to do when you encounter error codes or have Wi-Fi connectivity issues, when you need to replace the batteries, and ways to clean your smoke and CO alarm.