c) Temperature inversions which can trap exhaust gases near the
ground.
d) Idling car engines in an open or closed attached garage, or near
a home.
4.2 Avoiding CO formation
Installation of your CO alarm is only one step in your safety plan. Educa-
te yourself and family to the sources and symptoms of CO poisoning
and how to use your combined detector. Avoid causing the formation
of CO:
- Buy appliances accepted by a recognized testing laboratory.
- Install the appliances properly, following the manufacturers' instructions.
- Have installations done by professionals.
- Have your appliances checked regularly by a qualified serviceman.
- Clean chimneys and flues yearly.
- Make regular visual inspections of all-fuel-burning appliances.
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