A Carbon Monoxide
Molecule
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Carbon Monoxide is a colorless and odorless
gas that may be released as a result of burner malfunction, improper
maintenance, blocked or leaky flues, or poor ventilation. The buildup of
carbon monoxide (CO) can also arise when the homeowner deliberately
obstructs the ventilation or flue to prevent drafts.
As an invisible danger, CO can kill. During 2001-2003, an estimated 15,200
persons were treated annually in emergency rooms for nonfatal,
unintentional, non-fire-related CO exposure, and, during 2001-2002, an
average of 480 persons died each year from unintentional, non-fire-related
CO exposure. (Source: Center for Disease Control.)
Know the Symptoms of CO Poisoning:
Initial symptoms are similar to the flu (but without fever) and include:
headache, fatigue, shortness of breath, nausea, and dizziness. Impaired
vision and coordination, and confusion may also occur.
Protect Yourself from CO Poisoning!
If you think you are experiencing CO poisoning, get fresh air immediately.
Open windows and doors for more ventilation, turn off any combustion
appliances, and leave your home. Then call your fire department and report
your symptoms. Seek prompt medical attention.
Take Preventive
Measures!
 | At the beginning of every heating season
have a trained professional check flues, chimneys and all your
fuel-burning appliances such as oil and gas furnaces, gas water heaters,
gas ranges and ovens, gas dryers, gas or kerosene space heaters, fire
places and wood stoves.
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| Make sure you have your furnace and
water heater inspected annually by us and change filters throughout the
year.
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| Never attempt to install or repair your
heating system. Let the trained professionals at Comfy Kozy Heating
Cooling Plumbing do it.
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| Never idle the car in the garage - even
if the garage door is open!
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| Never use a gas oven to heat your home,
even for a short time.
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| Never use a charcoal grill indoors.
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| Never sleep in a room heated by a gas or
kerosene space heater that does not have proper venting.
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| Do not use any gasoline-powered engines
such as mowers, chain saws, small engines or generators in enclosed
spaces.
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| Be sure your exterior dryer vent is
lint-free.
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And Most
Importantly ... Get a Carbon Monoxide Detector
| Be safe by having a battery-operated
carbon monoxide detector installed. It's just as important as a smoke
detector. Test your CO detector at least once a month and replace
batteries frequently.
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We currently have
carbon monoxide detectors in stock. NOW is a great time to call and
schedule installation. Call 1-800-41-READY today.
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1-800-41-READY
www.41READY.com
