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CARBON MONOXIDE WARNING
WARNING!
Lack of ventilation can cause Carbon Monoxide poisoning.
Carbon Monoxide poisoning can kill.
Carbon Monoxide is a highly toxic, odourless, colourless and tasteless gas, created
by the incomplete combustion of carbon compounds due to a lack of available
oxygen in an enclosed space.
The signs of carbon monoxide poisoning are, headaches, dizziness and/or
nausea. Should anyone show these signs, they must GET FRESH AIR IMMEDIATELY.
Turn off the heater and have it serviced before using again.
Pregnant women, persons with a heart or lung condition, anaemia or under the
influence of alcohol, or those living at high altitudes, are more likely to be effected
by carbon monoxide than others.
CARBON MONOXIDE ALARMS
Due consideration should be given to the dangers of carbon monoxide
poisoning following incomplete combustion in an enclosed space. Carbon
monoxide detectors to BS EN 50291 are available for use in domestic
premises.
Where a new appliance is installed in a dwelling, a carbon monoxide alarm
should be provided in the room where the appliance is located.
Carbon monoxide alarms should comply with BS EN 50291:2001 and be
powered by a battery, designed to operate for the working life of the alarm.
The alarm should incorporate a warning device to alert users when the
working life of the alarm is due to pass. Mains-powered BS EN 50291 Type A
carbon monoxide alarms with fixed wiring (not plug-in types) may be used as
alternative applications, provided they are fitted with a sensor failure warning
device.
The carbon monoxide alarm should be located in the same room as the
appliance:
a. On the ceiling at least 300 mm from any wall or, if located on a wall, as
high up as possible (above any doors and windows) but not within 150 mm
of the ceiling; and
b. Between 1 m and 3 m horizontally from the appliance.
Note: Further guidance on the installation of carbon monoxide alarms is
available in BS EN 50292:2002 and from manufacturers instructions. Provision
of an alarm should not be regarded as a substitute for correct use and
regular servicing.
