Cobalt Digital Inc 323 Day Cruiser, Owner'S Manual

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NFORMATION
CO poisoning should not be confused with
seasickness, intoxication or heat stress. If someone
complains of irritated eyes, headache, nausea,
weakness or dizziness, or you suspect CO
poisoning, immediately move the person to fresh
air, investigate the cause, and take corrective
action. Seek medical attention if necessary.
A CO detector will only detect the presence of
carbon monoxide gas at its sensor and will not
detect other vapors such as gasoline. CO may be
present in other areas.
Electronic devices have limited life spans and may
fail without warning. Inspect the CO detector
periodically. Refer to the detector manufacturer’s
literature and follow their recommendation for
replacement.
BATTERY SWITCH
The single and/or optional dual battery switch
provides isolation and positive disconnect from the
battery or batteries to protect against tampering,
electrical fire hazards and battery rundown. Battery
selection should be done when the engine is off
(alternate battery usage daily). Switch to the
“primary,” “secondary” or both batteries. Under
normal conditions, the switch should be in the ON
position for one battery rather than the ON position
for both batteries. This will keep one battery in
reserve should the other fail. You can operate the
boat with the switch in the “both” position, but this is
not recommended for extended periods. In the OFF
position, the boat will be isolated from the batteries,
except for the automatic bilge pump.
A
DANGER
Avoid the possibility of injury or death
from exposure to carbon monoxide
(CO). All gasoline and diesel engines
and fuel-burning appliances such as
heaters, stoves and generators produce
CO. CO is a colorless, odorless and
dangerous gas. Direct and prolonged
exposure to CO will cause brain damage
or death. Signs of exposure to CO
include nausea, dizziness, drowsiness,
ears ringing, headaches,
unconsciousness and cherry red skin
color. Avoid exposing your passengers
or yourself to carbon monoxide. Test the
carbon monoxide detector operation
before each trip, at least once a week
and after the boat has been in storage.
DO NOT tamper with the operation of the
carbon monoxide detector. It is installed
for your safety.
NOTICE: The purpose of dual
batteries is to keep one as a
spare. In the
“ both ” position,
you essentially have one larger
battery and if a failure should
occur with the electrical
systems or either battery, both
batteries will end up discharged.