Does carbon monoxide rise or fall?(Heavier or lighter than air)What type of detector to buy??
I am looking to purchase a carbon monoxide detector for my apartment as we have several smoke detectors but no monoxide detectors I am aware of – I am expecting a child in 3 weeks.
Wondering if I should purchase a plug in alarm, or a battery operated alarm and it would help me in my decision to know if carbon monoxide is generally heavier than normal air, meaning the plug in would be better; or lighter than normal air meaning a battery operated one that can be mounted near the ceiling would be better??
or does it distribute evenly through the air?
Any help?
thanks!!
According to the CPSC,
“CO alarms may be installed into a plug-in receptacle or high on the wall because CO from any source will be well-mixed with the air in the house.”
I use a plug-in model so I don’t have to worry about batteries. the most important part of placing it is not to block it with furniture or curtains, etc.
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