Every year, several dozen people die from carbon monoxide poisoning, commonly known as CO poisoning. This odorless and invisible, deadly gas can be produced anywhere we use any kind of fuel-burning appliance. Every user of a typical gas heater, heating boiler or fireplace should be aware of the danger that using this type of appliance may pose.
The formation of carbon monoxide most often has nothing to do with a fire and results solely from improper use of the building and the appliances and installations inside it. However, even in a completely new building, where the installations have been made according to textbook standards, we cannot be certain that the threat of carbon monoxide does not concern us.
The only symptom of the presence of carbon monoxide is a clear deterioration in health. There is, however, a simple and quick way to protect yourself against carbon monoxide. All you need to do is use a certified carbon monoxide detector, which will alert you with a loud alarm signal and help you avoid tragic consequences.
Carbon monoxide, sometimes incorrectly called carbon dioxide, is a colorless and odorless gas at room temperature. It is highly toxic. Staying in a room with inadequate ventilation where carbon monoxide is released poses a deadly danger. That is why it is so important to maintain chimney and ventilation systems properly. The enormous danger posed by carbon monoxide stems from the fact that it is completely undetectable by humans.
Carbon monoxide poisonings that occurred in Bolesławiec and Bolesławiec County have been reported many times on the Bolesławiec-based istotne.pl portal. At the end of November, carbon monoxide poisoning occurred in one of the houses in the Osiedle Kwiatowe neighborhood in Bolesławiec. Firefighters rescued an unconscious man there. He was taken to hospital. Earlier, serious carbon monoxide poisoning also occurred in an apartment on Polna Street in Bolesławiec. One person was also taken to hospital there. Meanwhile, after carbon monoxide poisoning in Tomaszów Bolesławiecki, four people were taken to hospital.
Which carbon monoxide detector should you choose?
Even with a regularly serviced heating and ventilation system, the most reliable way to protect yourself against the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning is to use a certified carbon monoxide detector. Mounted on a wall at least one meter from a potential source of danger, this device will continuously monitor the presence of carbon monoxide in the air for up to 10 years. If the safe concentration of carbon monoxide in the air is exceeded, it will alert users with a very loud audible alarm, giving them a chance to evacuate and take steps to eliminate the danger. This is a simple and quick method that, at a relatively low cost, gives us a chance to avoid sometimes tragic consequences.
There are currently several dozen carbon monoxide detector models available on the market, often differing significantly in price. The price is usually affected by the quality of construction and the solutions used in the device. The service life and warranty are also important.
When choosing a detector, it is worth paying attention to:
- Certificates and approvals allowing the device to be used safely.
- The device’s service life and the manufacturer’s warranty.
- The power supply and its type.
- The presence of a display that makes it possible to assess, among other things, how great the danger would be if carbon monoxide were detected.
Hurtownia Amper B at 7e Wróblewskiego Street in Bolesławiec offers many models of detectors, including gas and smoke detectors, as well as a wide range of devices that help effectively protect your loved ones and your property. If you are unsure which device you need, the employees of Hurtownia Amper B will be happy to advise you, show you a particular product and help you choose.
Ledvance timers and LED floodlights
Our offer also includes timers, which make it possible to set the lighting mode of holiday decorations so that they shine only at a specified time, helping to save energy.
For protection against break-ins and intrusions on your property, we recommend Ledvance LED floodlights, with or without motion sensors, which can be mounted on the façade.
Ensure your safety and peace of mind for the holidays
PLEASE NOTE! Take advantage of the special promotion until the end of December.
Ask about it at our locations:
Amper B, 7e Wróblewskiego Street, 59-700 Bolesławiec
You are also welcome at our branch in Lubań, at 11a Jeleniogórska Street
Opening hours:
Bolesławiec: Monday–Friday 07:00–16:00, Saturday 8:00–12:00
Lubań: Monday–Friday 08:00–16:00, Saturday 8:00–12:00
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