Grady-White Boats Fisherman 216, Owner'S Manual

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Chapter 2: Safety
Carbon Monoxide
W A R N I N G
CO is produced by all combustion engine(s) and generator sets.
Avoid brain damage or death from carbon monoxide.
Keep cockpit and cabin areas well ventilated.
Avoid blockage of exhaust outlets.
Signs of exposure include headache, nausea, dizziness and drowsiness.
Carbon Monoxide, commonly written CO, is a colorless, odorless gas emitted from any boat’s
exhaust. The gas is similar in weight to the air we breathe. Therefore, it cannot be expected to rise or
fall, but will accumulate in confined spaces.
Carbon monoxide is poisonous , and potentially fatal if breathed over an extended period of
time. Symptoms of CO poisoning include dizziness, nausea, headache, sleepiness, vomiting,
throbbing in the temples, muscular twitching, and an inability to think clearly.
If you or anyone else
experience these symptoms, immediately get away from fumes and into an area where plenty of
fresh air can be consumed. If any symptoms from above persist, seek medical attention.
Carbon monoxide can accumulate in cabins and under canvas. Maintain access to fresh air
when occupying these areas with the engines or generator running.
Outboard engine exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide. These fumes may concentrate at the
motorwell area. Do not board your vessel with the engine(s) running. Also, do not occupy the
motorwell area with the engine(s) running.
Operators need to be aware of the influence of other boats on their vessel as well as the effects
they have on neighboring crafts. Of primary concern is the operation of an auxiliary generator with
boats moored along side each other. This situation creates an atmosphere which is filled with CO,
and extremely dangerous. If your CO detector alarm sounds, indicating CO is present, immediately
remove yourself from the area and go to a location with fresh air. Shut off sources of CO such as
engines and generators and open doors and windows to ventilate the affected area if possible. If
you or anyone aboard your vessel experiences persistent symptoms of CO poisoning seek medical
attention right away.
W A R N I N G
BE AWARE of the significance your exhaust may have on other vessels. Likewise, BE AWARE
that the operation of other vessels’ equipment may influence the carbon monoxide
concentration on YOUR vessel.