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Not a bad idea. Carbon monoxide detectors became required in California homes as of 2011. The trick may be to figure out exactly where to install them. Too close to the furnace might set off nuisance alarms; too far away might miss problems. Churches tend to have tall ceilings, adding to the complexity. Contact either a licensed HVAC (Heating Ventilating and Air Conditioning) contractor or civil engineer in your area, or try the company that makes the detectors you may wish to purchase for further information.
Just now I checked the web and found a 100% accepted answer by firefighter/EMT 'Christopher G'. He writes:
Any carbon based fuel will produce some level of carbon monoxide (CO2) when burned - oil, gas, or wood. The problem comes into play with heaters which are poorly maintained or with obstructions in the chimney. This can cause CO2 to build up to dangerous levels in a home. I want to say 30 parts per million (PPM) is safe, 30-100 will make you sick, and over 100 is potentially lethal. I've seen levels as high as 2,000 and fortunately everyone got out in time.
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18 years as a firefighter/EMT.
I would only note that CO2 means carbon DI-oxide, not carbon Mon-oxide (CO). Below is a link to the EPA explanation of CO. Excellent bed-side reading! :)
Not a bad idea. Carbon monoxide detectors became required in California homes as of 2011. The trick may be to figure out exactly where to install them. Too close to the furnace might set off nuisance alarms; too far away might miss problems. Churches tend to have tall ceilings, adding to the complexity. Contact either a licensed HVAC (Heating Ventilating and Air Conditioning) contractor or civil engineer in your area, or try the company that makes the detectors you may wish to purchase for further information.
Just now I checked the web and found a 100% accepted answer by firefighter/EMT 'Christopher G'. He writes:
Any carbon based fuel will produce some level of carbon monoxide (CO2) when burned - oil, gas, or wood. The problem comes into play with heaters which are poorly maintained or with obstructions in the chimney. This can cause CO2 to build up to dangerous levels in a home. I want to say 30 parts per million (PPM) is safe, 30-100 will make you sick, and over 100 is potentially lethal. I've seen levels as high as 2,000 and fortunately everyone got out in time.
Source(s):
18 years as a firefighter/EMT.
I would only note that CO2 means carbon DI-oxide, not carbon Mon-oxide (CO). Below is a link to the EPA explanation of CO. Excellent bed-side reading! :)
Do I need a carbon dioxide(yes "di"oxide) detector in my home per California regulations?
Q. Yes I mean "Di"oxide. I have a monoxide detector in my home already but the inspector came through for a final inspection and said we needed to install a dioxide as well, this seems quite pointless to me. Does anyone know anymore information about this?
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I think you may be confused. Your state law requires the carbon monoxide detector. Carbon dioxide detectors are usually handheld devices used in industries such as HVAC to test the quality of air coming out of air conditioners. Appliance repair techs also use them for detecting gas leaks.
Read the following. What he may have meant is that you need to replace yours with an approved one.
http://fire.lacounty.gov/top_story_images/faq_CO.pdf
I think you may be confused. Your state law requires the carbon monoxide detector. Carbon dioxide detectors are usually handheld devices used in industries such as HVAC to test the quality of air coming out of air conditioners. Appliance repair techs also use them for detecting gas leaks.
Read the following. What he may have meant is that you need to replace yours with an approved one.
http://fire.lacounty.gov/top_story_images/faq_CO.pdf
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