What is Carbon Monoxide?
Carbon monoxide (CO) is an invisible and odorless gas that can be produced by any fuel-burning device.
CO alarms are the only way to detect this poisonous gas and provide an early warning to a potential CO leak in your home.
Stove
Furnace
Dryer
Carbon monoxide alarms should be installed on every level and in each bedroom for whole home detection.
- Install carbon monoxide alarms on every level and in every bedroom
- Test your alarms regularly
- Replace alarm batteries every six months
- Alarms don't last forever, remember to replace alarms at least every 10 years
- Do not use generators, gas powered tools or grills inside the home
- Service fuel burning appliances and chimneys annually
- If your alarms sound, leave immediately for fresh air and call 911
