Where does carbon monoxide come from in the home?

ROGER G

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Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless, tasteless, toxic gas that has the molecular formula CO. The molecule consists of a carbon atom that is triply bonded to an oxygen atom.

Carbon Monoxide is produced by the incomplete combustion of the fossil fuels - gas, oil, coal and wood used in boilers, engines, oil burners, gas fires, water heaters, solid fuel appliances and open fires.

Carbon monoxide is a commercially important chemical. It is also formed in many chemical reactions and in the thermal or incomplete decomposition of many organic materials.

Dangerous amounts of CO can accumulate when as a result of poor installation, poor maintenance or failure or damage to an appliance in service, the fuel is not burned properly, or when rooms are poorly ventilated and the Carbon Monoxide is unable to escape.

Having no smell, taste or colour, in today's world of improved insulation and double glazing it has become increasingly important to have good ventilation, maintain all appliances regularly and to have absolutely reliable detector alarms installed giving both a visual and audible warning immediately there is a build up of CO to dangerous levels.

Does anyone have the exact wording for the NY state law concerning Carbon Monoxide detectors?

mlpluvsya

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Subdivision 5-A of Section 378 of the Executive law:

Standards for installation of carbon monoxide detectors requiring
that every one or two-family dwelling constructed or offered for sale

after July thirtieth, two thousand two, any dwelling accommodation
located in a building owned as a condominium or cooperative in the state
constructed or offered for sale after July thirtieth, two thousand two,
or any multiple dwellings constructed or offered for sale after August
ninth, two thousand five shall have installed an operable carbon
monoxide detector of such manufacture, design and installation standards
as are established by the council. Carbon monoxide detectors required by
this section are required only where the dwelling unit has appliances,
devices or systems that may emit carbon monoxide or has an attached
garage. For purposes of this subdivision, multiple dwelling means a
dwelling which is either rented, leased, let or hired out, to be
occupied, or is occupied as the temporary or permanent residence or home
of three or more families living independently of each other, including
but not limited to the following: a tenement, flat house, maisonette
apartment, apartment house, apartment hotel, tourist house, bachelor
apartment, studio apartment, duplex apartment, kitchenette apartment,
hotel, lodging house, rooming house, boarding house, boarding and
nursery school, furnished room house, club, sorority house, fraternity
house, college and school dormitory, convalescent, old age or nursing
homes or residences. It shall also include a dwelling, two or more
stories in height, and with five or more boarders, roomers or lodgers
residing with any one family. For the purposes of this section, sale
shall mean the transfer of ownership of a business or property, provided
however, transfer of franchises shall not be deemed a sale. New
construction shall mean a new facility or a separate building added to
an existing facility.

Sorry about the formatting. It wouldn't paste properly. It may be easier to read on the site. The link is to the legislature page. Once you click the New York law link you can navigate to the citation.

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Where do you install your CO Carbon Monoxide detector?

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simon l

Looking for best location, cheers, links/evidence please.

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Generally the installation instructions supplied with such a device will give the proper locations for these devices.As a general rule they need to be located in the vicinity of the possible source of CO as against smoke detectors which are generally in stair wells and similar locations. EDIT The detector should be mounted in the same room as the appliance
Be at least 1.5mtr from the floor but be above the top of any opening windows
At least 1.85 mtrs from the appliance
Kept away from excessively dusty,dirty or greasy areas such as garages kitchens and boiler and utility rooms
Kept out of damp and humid areas such as a bathroom
It should not be installed in turbulant air from a ceiling fan or dead air spaces such as the tops of vaulted ceilings or gable type roofs, anywhere near fresh air vents doors or windows the access outside. Temperatures more than 38C or less than 4.5C. Behind furniture or curtains or flat on a surface such as a table top
So thanks for the thumbs down know all.

what is the best home security alarm?

wHoSaIdThA

What is the price to install and the price per month?

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My suggestion would be to ask around locally. Try to find a company that is small enough to care but with enough track history to prove their ability. The average install rate for a full house is anywhere from 1200 upwards. Depening on the scope of protection, if you want smoke detectors, carbon monoxide, motion, glassbreak, number of keypads, number of contact, difficulty of installation etc.

Window screens are a good idea, I haven't really seen them around for a number of years and I do remember there being the occasional issue with wire tears, they can be fairly delicate.

Typically monitoring rates around here (Canada) tend to be around the $25 per month range. There are a few companies that will go lower to build up a sellable acount base but from customer feedback, their service tends to be fairly lacklustre.

I have written a number of articles on security systems and home security in general, they can be found on my website at http://www.keepsafesystems.ca. Some articles of interest might be protection101, false alarm info and there is an article on the truth about wireless "security systems" in the archive. Wireless systems are definately something to avoid at all costs. a qualified alarm installer should be able to hardwire almost anything.

Good Luck

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Would you buy a car kit that helps your car become more eco-friendly?

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Phoenix

"A kit that includes a seat belt sensor, catalytic converter, restrictor plate, air tire compressor, carbon monoxide detector and a discount coupon for the installation. These features promote safe driving and are common items that older cars may be lacking and prevents them from driving the car, while newer cars can add in features that are lacking."



ANY ONE WHO WORKS WITH CARS, PLEASE GIVE US YOUR INPUT.

-Phoenix

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SNAKE OIL ALERT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Please tell me if you actually need to mount a carbon monoxide detector?

0tsoa

I'm buying one and can't tell from the product description if you have to mount it somewhere specific; can I leave it on a desk or shelf?

Answer
Installation locations vary by manufacturer. Manufacturersâ recommendations differ to a certain degree based on research conducted with each oneâs specific detector. Therefore, make sure to read the provided installation manual for each detector before installing.

If they don't mention a specific location, then it likely isn't important

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where is the best place to install a carbon monoxide detector?

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tony b

I've seen conflicting information regarding the best place to put a carbon monoxide detector. Which is correct, near the floor or near the ceiling.?

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well usually you want them fifteen feet from any fuel burning heating or cooking appliances because during start up a small amount is emitted. Bathrooms usually hold to much humidity so usually not there. Installation locations vary by manufacturer. since it is roughly the same weight as air If you have central air keep in mind during heating it may be contained in rising warm air. It is a good idea to have them within ten feet of every bedroom in your home and on each floor including your basement. Follow whatever the brand you buys instructions are because they are all tested specific in ways.

Is the landlord of a single family home supposed to provide fire safety equipment in Georgia?

Anonymous

I just moved into this home in Georgia. How can I find out if the landlord is supposed to provide the home with fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, and carbon monoxide detectors. Also, how many of them are supposed to be in the home.

Answer
The fire extinguisher is not required. Same with carbon monoxide detectors. For smoke detectors, it depends on the age of the house you are renting and where you live in Georgia.

update:
...under Georgia law (O.C.G.A. §25-2-40) an approved battery operated smoke detector is required in every apartment, house, condominium, and townhouse constructed prior to July 1, 1987. The smoke detector is to be located on the ceiling or wall at a point centrally located in the corridor or other area giving access to each group of rooms used for sleeping. Where the dwelling has more than one story, detectors are required on each story including cellars and basements, but not including uninhabitable attics. The detectors must be listed and meet the installation requirements of NFPA 72. The law is to be enforced by local building and fire code officials. Tenants are required to keep the smoke detector in good working order"

For housing built after July 1, 1987:
"Only if the county or city in which you live has a building or housing code that requires that every dwelling built after July 1, 1987 have a smoke detector. Not all counties and cities have building codes. To find out if your local code requires smoke detectors contact your fire marshal, local government or code enforcement."

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where is the best place to install a carbon monoxide detector?

carbon monoxide detectors installation image

tony b

I've seen conflicting information regarding the best place to put a carbon monoxide detector. Which is correct, near the floor or near the ceiling.?

Answer
well usually you want them fifteen feet from any fuel burning heating or cooking appliances because during start up a small amount is emitted. Bathrooms usually hold to much humidity so usually not there. Installation locations vary by manufacturer. since it is roughly the same weight as air If you have central air keep in mind during heating it may be contained in rising warm air. It is a good idea to have them within ten feet of every bedroom in your home and on each floor including your basement. Follow whatever the brand you buys instructions are because they are all tested specific in ways.

Is the landlord of a single family home supposed to provide fire safety equipment in Georgia?

Anonymous

I just moved into this home in Georgia. How can I find out if the landlord is supposed to provide the home with fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, and carbon monoxide detectors. Also, how many of them are supposed to be in the home.

Answer
The fire extinguisher is not required. Same with carbon monoxide detectors. For smoke detectors, it depends on the age of the house you are renting and where you live in Georgia.

update:
...under Georgia law (O.C.G.A. §25-2-40) an approved battery operated smoke detector is required in every apartment, house, condominium, and townhouse constructed prior to July 1, 1987. The smoke detector is to be located on the ceiling or wall at a point centrally located in the corridor or other area giving access to each group of rooms used for sleeping. Where the dwelling has more than one story, detectors are required on each story including cellars and basements, but not including uninhabitable attics. The detectors must be listed and meet the installation requirements of NFPA 72. The law is to be enforced by local building and fire code officials. Tenants are required to keep the smoke detector in good working order"

For housing built after July 1, 1987:
"Only if the county or city in which you live has a building or housing code that requires that every dwelling built after July 1, 1987 have a smoke detector. Not all counties and cities have building codes. To find out if your local code requires smoke detectors contact your fire marshal, local government or code enforcement."

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