Hunter H15, Operator'S Manual

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Hunter 18 • Boating Safety
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Not within 12 inches of window openings, exterior
doors, heating or return air vents, or any other drafty
areas.
The alarm should not be located within 5 (1.5 m) feet
of any cooking appliance.
For information on taking care of your CO alarm, see
the Maintenance chapter of this manual.
Limitations of the CO alarm:
Carbon Monoxide alarms will not work without power.
Some examples causing no alarm power are: A blown
or missing fuse, broken wire, faulty connection, circuit
breaker tripped, or a discharged battery.
This alarm will only detect the presence of CO gas at the
sensor. Carbon Monoxide gas may be present in other
areas.
Carbon Monoxide alarms may not be heard. The alarm
loudness is designed to meet or exceed the regula-
tory standards. However, the alarm may not be heard if
alarms are located in remote locations or behind closed
doors. The alarm may not be heard by persons who are
hard of hearing, have consumed alcoholic beverages,
taken prescription or non-prescription medication, or
illegal drugs.
This alarm is designed to detect Carbon Monoxide from
any source of combustion. It is not designed to detect
smoke, fire, or any other gasses. The alarm may not
sound at low Carbon Monoxide levels. This product is
intended for use in ordinary indoor locations of living
spaces. It is not designed to measure compliance with
Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) com-
mercial or industrial standards. Individuals with medical
problems may consider using warning devices which pro-
vide audible and visual signals for levels under 30 PPM.
How else to protect your family from Carbon Monoxide:
Ensure alarms are installed properly. Carefully read and
follow ALL the instructions in this manual. Test your unit
every week. Alarms that do not work, do not alert you to
the presence of Carbon Monoxide.
Make regular visual inspections of all fuel burning equip-
ment including gas water heaters, kitchen gas stoves,
space heaters, gas dryers, or other pilots. Check the
color of the flame! The color should be blue.
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Make regular visual inspections of the engine and gen-
erator exhaust systems. Cracked exhaust systems can
allow Carbon Monoxide to enter the living area.
Professionally maintain your engine and generator.
Although all gas engines and generators produce Carbon
Monoxide, a poorly tuned engine and generator will pro-
duce greater amounts of Carbon Monoxide.
4.3 Other Dangers
4.3.1 Weather
Storms rarely appear without advanced notice. Check
the weather forecast before you begin a day of boating.
Be aware, however, that weather conditions can change
rapidly. If you have a marine radio, listen to the weather
reports issued by the U.S. Coast Guard and others. If you
have a portable radio, keep it tuned to a station broad-
casting frequent weather reports. Many boating clubs fly
weather signals. Learn to recognize these signals and
listen to your local forecasts before leaving port.
Your surroundings can also be a good indicator of chang-
ing weather conditions. Watch for changes in wind direc-
tion or cloud formations. There is no substitute for a good
understanding of weather conditions and what to do
when the weather takes a turn for the worse.
Page 4.15 will explain the dangers of Lightning strikes,
with an overview of your protection area.
Refer to the Chapman's Manual for instructions and
precautions in operating a craft in heavy weather.
4.3.2 Fog
You can judge the likelihood of fog formation by peri-
odically measuring the air temperature and the dew point
temperature. If the difference between these two tem-
peratures is small, fog is likely to develop.
Foggy conditions include mist, snowstorm, or heavy
rain.
Avoid operation in such weather, especially if your boat is
not equipped with radar or other
4.3.3 Remember these guidelines:
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