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4. What is carbon monoxide?
Carbon monoxide is a colourless, odourless and tasteless gas which can barely be
perceived by the human senses. It is generated during the incomplete oxidation
of substances containing carbon, such as wood, charcoal, fuel oil, petrol or gas.
Carbon monoxide kills or harms hundreds of people every year. It binds the
haemoglobin in the blood and reduces the amount of oxygen in the body. In high
concentrations, carbon monoxide can poison a person within minutes.
5. Positioning the carbon monoxide detector
If you only have a single-storey apartment, you should install a CO detector in the
bedroom, in the corridor or near the sleeping area as the minimum protection
required. In any case, ensure that the alarm is clearly audible in the sleeping area.
If your home has multiple storeys, ensure that at least one CO detector is located
on each floor. For optimal protection, a detector should be installed in every room
or near all rooms, where a fuel-burning appliance such as a fireplace or a stove is
available.
Caution! This device only indicates the presence of carbon monoxide
gas that is close to the sensor. This means that carbon dioxide could
also be present in other areas!
Please note that the carbon dioxide detector does not serve as a substitute for a
smoke or gas detector.
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