8 APD0602 A140513 Wireless CO Install
Conditions that can result in transient CO situations:
1. Excessive spillage or reverse venting of fuel-burning appliances caused
by
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outdoor ambient conditions, such as wind direction and/or velocity,
including high gusts of wind, and insufficient draft in the vent pipes,
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negative pressure differential resulting from the use of exhaust fans,
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simultaneous operation of several fuel-burning appliances competing
for limited internal air,
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loose vent pipe connections from fuel-fired appliances,
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obstructions, or unconventional vent pipe designs that can amplify
the above situations,
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poorly designed or maintained chimneys and/or vents,
2. Extended operation of unvented fuel-burning devices (range, oven,
fireplace, etc),
3. Temperature inversions that can trap exhaust gases near the ground,
4. Car idling in an open or closed attached garage, or near a home.
The following symptoms are related to CARBON MONOXIOE POISONING
and are to be discussed with All members of the household;
1. Mild Exposure:
Slight headache, nausea, vomiting, fatigue (often
described as "Flulike" symptoms).
2. Medium Exposure:
Severe throbbing headache, drowsiness, confusion,
fast heart rate.
3. Extreme Exposure:
Unconsciousness, convulsions, cardiorespiratory
failure, death.
4. Many cases of reported CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING indicate that
while victims are aware they are not well, they become so disoriented
they are unable to save themselves by either exiting the building or
calling for assistance. Young children and household pets are typically
the first affected.
WARNING: IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR THE USER
Individuals with medical problems may consider using warning
devices which provide audible and visual signals for carbon monoxide
concentrations under 30 ppm.
WARNING
Actuation of your CO alarm indicates the presence of carbon monoxide
(CO) which can KILL YOU. If alarm signal sounds:
1. Operate reset/silence button.
2. Call your emergency services (Telephone Number) (fire
department or 911).
3. lmmediately move to fresh air - outdoors or by an open
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