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September 24, 2007
Preventing Carbon Monoxide In Your Home
Preventing Carbon
Monoxide In Your Home
No matter what time of year, carbon monoxide is a deadly
gas. Unfortunately in the winter months, carbon monoxide gas is even more
deadly than during the rest of the year. Often furnaces are run by gas, which
can cause carbon monoxide build-up if used run properly.
There are several steps you can take to protect your family
against carbon monoxide throughout the year:
*Purchase a carbon monoxide detector and place it in the
home close to gas appliances. It is best to place the detector level on a wall
instead of on the ceiling. Since it is an undetected gas, it will already cause
harm if you wait until it reaches the ceiling.
*Do a routine check of your gas appliances at least twice a
year to prevent any carbon monoxide build-up. This check should include making
sure the appliances are properly ventilated, all flues are opened and that the
pilot light is lit properly.
*With clothes dryers, make sure that the dryer vent properly
opens to the outside of the home.
*Change furnace filters on a regular basis and have your
furnace serviced once a year. It is best to do this before the winter season
begins or just after it ends.
*Be sure to properly use and vent space heaters. Remember
that these are run by kerosene and without proper ventilation, carbon monoxide
can be emitted.
*If using a gas fireplace, be sure that the flue is open and
working properly. It is best to have your chimney serviced once a year to make
sure there are no cracks or blockages that would allow carbon monoxide to
remain in the home.
If you don't already have these tips in the works, I hope
that you will consider beginning to implement them as part of a carbon monoxide
safety routine in your home!
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