How is it that carbon monoxide migrated from my furnace room into the rest of the house?

FAQ: How is it that carbon monoxide migrated from my furnace room into the rest of the house?  Short Answer: Gaps around where the furnace filter fits into the furnace cabinet will allow for a recirculation of exhaust products that are released…
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Why are Generators such dangerous sources of carbon monoxide?

FAQ: Why are Generators such dangerous sources of carbon monoxide during storm season? Short Answer: Because they have extraordinary high levels of carbon monoxide in their exhaust and can only be operated more than 20 feet from any structure.From…
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What are the early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning?

FAQ: What are the early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning? Short Answer: Headache, nausea, lightheadedness, vomiting and brain fog. All which are not specific enough to warn in absence of a carbon monoxide alarm.Gordon Johnson: All right,…
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How quickly can carbon monoxide poisoning happen?

FAQ: How quickly can carbon monoxide poisoning happen? Short Answer: Depending on the concentration of carbon monoxide in the air, it can happen within minutes or take hours or days to have its full poisoning impact.Gordon Johnson: How…
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How do High Levels of Carbon Monoxide get into a House?

FAQ: How do High Levels of Carbon Monoxide get into a House? Short Answer: In order for there to be a high level carbon monoxide exposure indoors, there must first be a fuel burning appliance or engine, that is creating the CO and there must…
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Why is Carbon Monoxide Dangerous?

FAQ: Why is Carbon Monoxide Dangerous to Humans? Short Answer: Because CO takes the place of oxygen in the blood, starving the heart and brain cells of oxygen, which can kill you. In survivors, the toxic aspect of CO sets off the body's immune…
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What is the difference between carbon monoxide levels in the exhaust and carbon monoxide levels in the ambient air?

FAQ: What is the difference between carbon monoxide levels in the exhaust and carbon monoxide levels in the ambient air? Short Answer: Levels in the exhaust become dangerous when they are allowed to escape into the indoor air. A properly operating…
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Why do portable electric generators kill?

FAQ: Why do engines running indoors cause such a high risk of carbon monoxide death. Why do portable electric generators kill? Short Answer: Because the levels of carbon monoxide in small engine exhaust are a thousand times higher than in a…
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How is Carbon Monoxide Created in a House Furnace?

FAQ: How is carbon monoxide created in a house furnace which should be burning clean? Short Answer: Poor maintenance or an interference with the fresh air supply for the fire to burn, are usually the reasons why carbon monoxide escapes from…
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Are Carbon Monoxide Alarms Sensitive Enough?

FAQ: Are Carbon Monoxide Alarms Sensitive Enough?  Short Answer: UL 2034 Alarms do not warn of all potentially dangerous poisonings as the preventing a 10% COHb level is not demanding enough as permanent brain damage occurs at nearly a 40%…