Carbon monoxide is an invisible, odorless and potentially deadly gas that results from combustion fumes, like those found in cars, heating systems and gas stoves. Toxic CO gas circulates throughout the air and can become deadly in homes, acting quickly in structures without ventilation. You can ensure the safety of you and your loved ones by strategically placing CO monitors throughout your home. Does this Spark an idea?
Bedrooms
The alarm of an effective CO monitor should wake you from a deep sleep. Place monitors in or near bedrooms so the alarm is close enough to hear even while asleep. Poor ventilation increases the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning, and since many people close their windows at night, having CO monitors near your bedroom is especially important.
Away from Chemicals and Extreme Temperatures
Avoid placing the monitor in an area with lots of chemicals, humidity or extreme temperatures like your kitchen or garage. Locations with high concentrations of chemicals from paint or cleaning products will set off false alarms from your monitor. Places like your attic or mudroom have extreme temperatures, dust and humidity that can damage the capability of your device.
Average Air Circulation
If you only have one monitor, keep it near the bedroom. Otherwise, place a CO monitor in rooms with average air circulation, such as the family room or a foyer. Don't place your monitor in a small closet with poor air circulation or near a breezy vent or chimney flue, as both locations fall outside the range of normal air circulation. CO is similar in weight as air and distributes throughout each well circulated room of the house. Proper placement ensures correct monitoring.
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