How To Protect Your Family - Ei Electronics Ei207/208 Series Instructions Manual

Note: When ventilation is provided by leaving the window and doors open, the CO
build up may have dissipated by the time help arrives and the alarm may have stopped
sounding. Although your problem may appear temporarily solved it is crucial that the
source of the CO is determined and appropriate repairs made.

7. How to Protect your Family

Follow these guidelines to reduce the risk of Carbon Monoxide poisoning.
(1) Know and look out for tell-tale signs that Carbon Monoxide may be present.
These include:-
- The CO Alarm warning of abnormal levels.
- Staining, sooting or discolouration on or around appliances.
- A pilot light frequently going out.
- A strange smell when an appliance is operating.
- A naked gas flame which is yellow or orange, instead of the normal blue.
- Family members (including pets) exhibiting the "flu-like" symptoms of CO poisoning
described above. If any of these signs are present get the appliance checked out by an
expert before further use. If family members are ill get medical help.
(2) Choose all appliances and vehicles which burn fossil fuels such as coal, oil, natural/
bottled gas, paraffin, wood, petrol, diesel, charcoal etc. with care and have them
professionally installed and regularly maintained.
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