Boston Whaler 420 OUTRAGE, Owner'S Manual

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Chapter 1 • Safety
Carbon Monoxide is an odorless, colorless, and
tasteless, extremely toxic gas produced by engines,
heaters, stoves or generators. When inhaled it
combines with hemoglobin in the blood, preventing
absorption of oxygen and is unlikely to be noticed
until the person is overcome.
Prolonged exposure to low concentration or very
short exposure to high concentrations can result in
asphyxiation and death.
Symptoms of Carbon Monoxide poisoning include:
• Dizziness • Headaches
• Ringing in the ears • Nausea
• Unconsciousness
Symptoms of CO poisoning are often confused with
seasickness or intoxication, so those affected may not
receive the medical attention they need.
The poisoning victim’s skin often turns cherry red. If
CO poisoning is suspected, have the victim breath
fresh air deeply. If breathing stops, resuscitate. A
victim often revives, then relapses because organs
are damaged by lack of oxygen.
Carbon Monoxide (CO)
• Fumes from the engine(s), Generator(s)
and other equipment and appliances
that burn fuel contain Carbon Monoxide.
Carbon Monoxide can kill you. Open all
doors, hatches, curtains and windows to
allow fresh air to circulate and dissipate
the amounts of Carbon Monoxide
present in enclosed spaces, especially
when the boat is moored or anchored.
• Proper ventilation must be
maintained, even during inclement
weather to prevent dangerous levels of
Carbon Monoxide build-up.
• Sleeping aboard a boat will require a
working Carbon monoxide detection
system, preferably in each sleeping
quarter.
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DANGER
Carbon Monoxide can accumulate in dangerous
concentrations anywhere in or around your boat
including on back decks, swim platforms, or in water
around generator exhausts. CO can remain in or
around your boat at dangers levels even if your engine
is no longer running.
To minimize the danger of carbon monoxide
accumulation when the engine is running (or by use
of fuel burning equipment.):
• Do not idle the engine without moving the
boat for more than 15 minutes at a time.
• Inspect the exhaust system regularly.
• Operate all fuel burning appliances, such as
charcoal, propane, LPG, CNG or alcohol
cooking devices in areas where fresh air can
circulate.
Carbon Monoxide Detector
The Carbon Monoxide Detector (See Fig. 1.7.1)
located In the starboard cabin will sound an alarm
when dangerous levels of CO are detected. The
detector is very sensitive and will notify you before
dangerous amounts of Carbon Monoxide can
accumulate which will allow you to take measures
to dissipate the gas from the affected areas. Read
and understand the warnings and recommendations
presented in this section to help keep yourself and
your passengers safe from carbon monoxide.
Periodically depress the “Test/Silence” button to
determine if the detector is working properly. A shrill
sound will be emitted indicating proper working
order.
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DANGER
Even in rainy cold weather, ventilation must be
maintained to avoid Carbon Monoxide poisoning.
You will get wet and/or cold.
Remember:
• If you can smell engine exhaust, you are
inhaling CO.
• Changing course and speed to place boat
heading into the wind can improve
ventilation.
GET MEDICAL ATTENTION AS SOON AS
POSSIBLE.