CO/Propane detector

NJRVer wrote:

ploiselle wrote:
Some of you are stating that CO detectors are supposed to be mounted on the ceiling, what is your source for saying this?

It is not NFPA, so I am curious as to what source/reference you are using.

I am a licensed in Massachusetts (Lic #s 103C and 220D) to install fire alarms, CO detectors etc.

Thanks Paul

Probably basing it on locations required in a regular house (bedroom ceilings).

In MA, by code, a CO detector must be mounted outside a bedroom within 10 feet of the bedroom. (Usually located in the hall outside the bedroom). I know of no code that says they must be in a bedroom or located on the ceiling.

CO detectors can be placed near the ceiling or near the floor because CO is very close to the same density as air.

I just purchased 3 Pro-Tech 7035-SL standalone CO detectors. From the documentation: (6th paragraph) " Mounting plate fastens to wall at eye level. Detector slides down onto mounting plate and is secured with a standard screw through an integral restraining flange."

Please be safe. As stated in in NFPA, please locate the unit according to the manufacturers documentation that came with the detector.

Paul