Everglades 320 EX, Owner'S Manual

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Ventilation System
A carbon monoxide detector has been installed
in your cabin as standard equipment. While a
CO detector enhances your protection from CO
poisoning, it does not guarantee it will not occur.
Do not use the carbon monoxide detector as a
replacement for ordinary precautions or periodic
inspections of equipment. Never rely on alarm
systems to save your life, common sense is still
prudent and necessary. Remember, the operator
of the boat carries the ultimate responsibility to
make sure the boat is properly ventilated and the
passengers are not exposed to dangerous levels
of carbon monoxide. You should always be alert
to the symptoms and early warning signs of car-
bon monoxide poisoning. You should also read
the “Carbon Monoxide Monitoring System” in the
Safety Equipment chapter of this manual and
the owner’s manual supplied by the CO detector
manufacturer for operation instructions and ad-
ditional information regarding the hazards and
symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning.
DANGER
ACTIVATION OF THE CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTOR
INDICATES THE PRESENCE OF CARBON MONOXIDE (CO)
WHICH CAN BE FATAL. EVACUATE THE CABIN IMMEDIATELY.
DO A HEAD COUNT TO CHECK THAT ALL PERSONS ARE
ACCOUNTED FOR. DO NOT REENTER THE CABIN UNTIL
IT HAS BEEN AIRED OUT AND THE PROBLEM FOUND AND
CORRECTED.
Periodically test the carbon monoxide alarm per
the manufacturer’s instructions. Please refer to
the carbon monoxide alarm manual or contact the
manufacturer for more information on maintaining
and calibrating the alarm.
10.4 Bilge and System
Compartment Ventilation
Ventilation to the bilge and systems compartment
is provided by vents located on each side of the
cockpit liner, below the gunnels and aft of the
cockpit near the engines. The ventilation system
consists of intake ducts, exhaust ducts and an
exhaust blower. The system is designed to meet
or exceed the requirements of the United States
Coast Guard in effect at the time of manufacture
to remove fuel vapors and excess heat from the
systems compartment while the generator is op-
erating. Additionally, the vents provide air circu-
Typical Carbon Monoxide Detector and Alarm
Bilge and Systems Compartment Vents
lation to reduce odors and mildew. Make sure to
keep these vents clear and unobstructed.
Free Air System
A flow of air that circulates in and out of the bilge
and systems compartment is provided by four
vents located on either side of the cockpit and two
vents just aft of the cockpit near the engines. The
pressure differential created at the vents as the
wind passes over the cockpit provides adequate