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4) After following steps 1-3, if your Alarm reactivates within a 24 hour period, repeat
steps 1-3 and call a qualified appliance technician (Telephone Number) to investigate
for sources of CO from fuel burning equipment and appliances, and inspect for
proper operation of this equipment. If problems are identified during this inspection
have the equipment serviced immediately. Note any combustion equipment not
inspected by the technician and consult the manufactures’ instructions, or contact
the manufacturers directly, for more information about CO safety and this equipment.
Make sure that motor vehicles are not, and have not been, operating in an attached
garage or adjacent to the residence.
Note:
When ventilation is provided by leaving the window and doors open, the CO
build up may have dissipated by the time help arrives and the Alarm may have
stopped sounding. Although your problem may appear temporarily solved it is crucial
that the source of the CO is determined and appropriate repairs made.
7. How to Protect your Family
Follow these guidelines to reduce the risk of Carbon Monoxide poisoning.
(1) Know and look out for tell-tale signs that Carbon Monoxide may be present.
These include:
- The CO Alarm warning of abnormal levels.
- Staining, sooting or discoloration on or around appliances.
- A pilot light frequently going out.
- A strange smell when an appliance is operating.
- A naked gas flame which is yellow or orange, instead of the normal blue.
