He is approaching winter 2024 and with their arrival they must Prevent accidents due to carbon monoxide inhalation. In that sense, the Camuzzi company recalled that there are signs to which we must pay close attention.
In this context, the company indicated that if the The flame of any household appliance appears orange, it is a clear indicator of danger. «There are also other not so obvious issues about the correct operation of gas installationsso they require periodic verification,” Camuzzi warned in a statement.
What is the carbon monoxide?
It is a highly toxic gas that is generated by poor combustion of substances. “It is extremely dangerous because it is almost imperceptible: it has no color, odor or taste and does not irritate the mucous membranes,” the National Government recalled in argentina.gob.ar.
Carbon monoxide is toxic because enters the blood through the lungs and reduces the amount of oxygen reaching vital organs such as the brain and heart. This can cause serious poisoning, including deathexplained the Government.
Between the monoxide poisoning symptoms of carbon is weakness, fatigue, sleep, headache, nauseavomiting, chest pain and rapid pulse.
Carbon monoxide: how to prevent accidents
– In closed places, keep always an open window.
– Check the artifacts once a year combustion with a licensed gas technician. Do it preferably during the winter, when these devices are used the most.
– Check that the gas flame is blue. If it is yellow or orange, carbon monoxide may be present.
– Clean the burners so that food does not clog the burners.
– If you have a natural gas network, in the rooms Stoves must be balanced draft.
– If you use gace packagedas a bottle or cylinder, the Room ventilation should be at foot level.
– Do not install heaters or stoves in bathrooms or closed spaces.
– If you have a carbon monoxide detector installed, check that it is always active.
