The CO will instantly absorb into the bloodstream, replacing the oxygen traveling to vital organs throughout the body. Depending on the concentration of CO in the air and the length of exposure, effects can include a mild headache, drowsiness, nausea, dizziness, unconsciousness and suffocation.

What are common sources of  CO ?

• Improperly maintained  or faulty gas oven range or cook top vents

• Blocked or clogged chimney

• Gas and wood burning fireplaces

• Cracked heat exchanger; leaking, cracked, corroded, or disconnected flue or vent pipes

• Auto exhaust fumes from attached garage

• Operating barbeque grill in an enclosed area such as a garage

• Un-vented gas space heaters

What are the symptoms of  CO exposure?

CO detectors protect residents by monitoring the air and measuring the amount of CO present over a time interval. When dangerous levels are calculated, CO detectors flash and sound a temp-4 alarm. Some CO detectors can be connected to the initiating circuit of a control panel that, in turn, can be connected to notification appliances and retransmitted to a central station.

CO detectors monitored by a central station provide extra protection and ease of mind when residents are sleeping; when pets, children and elderly are alone; when the residence is empty; or when residents are already suffering the effects from CO. If a problem arises with the detector or the CO concentration hits a dangerous level, the owner will not only be notified by the detector and the control panel, but also by the central station. If the owner is unreachable, the central station will send the proper authorities to investigate.

The GD-2A is a low voltage all electronic detector of combustible gases, that has been evaluated by UL for methane (natural) and propane (LP) gas. The GD-2A is designed for connection to UL Listed alarm control panels