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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.
(3) These appliances must “breathe in” air to burn the fuel properly. Know where the
air comes from and ensure vents/air bricks etc. remain unobstructed (particular-
ly after building work).
(4) The appliances must also “breathe out” the waste gases (including the CO) –
usually through a flue or chimney. Ensure chimneys and flues are not blocked or
leaking, and get them checked every year. Check for excessive rust or cracks on
appliances and pipe work.
(5) Never leave your car, motor bike or lawnmower engine running in the garage
with the garage door closed. Never leave the door from the house to the garage
open if the car is running.
(6) Never adjust your own gas pilot lights.
(7) Never use a gas cooker or a barbecue for home heating.
(8) Children should be warned of the dangers of CO poisoning and instructed never to
touch, or interfere with the CO Alarm. Do not allow small children to press the
test/hush button as they could be subjected to excessive noise when the unit alarms.
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