Jayco Melbourne 2011, Owner'S Manual

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SECTION 2
OCCUPANT SAFETY
carbon monoxide detection may not be
effective, such as natural gas leaks or
explosions.
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The CO alarm is operational once the 9-
volt battery is correctly connected. The
CO alaram will not function if the batteries
are missing, disconnected, dead, the
wrong type of battery is used or the
batteries are installed incorrectly.
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The CO alarm will automatically sense
when the level of carbon monoxide in the
air reaches dangerous levels. You should
stay outside the RV in fresh air until the
CO alarm is silenced.
If the CO alarm sounds, do not stand too
close to it. The sound produced by the CO
alarm is loud because it is designed to wake a
person in an emergency. Prolonged exposure
to the CO alarm at a close distance may be
harmful to your hearing.
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Operate the RESET/SILENCE button.
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Immediately move to fresh air (outdoors or
by an open door or window) and execute
your family safety plan.
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Do not re-enter the premises. If you are
unable to exit the premises do not move
away from the open door or window until
the emergency service responders have
arrived, the premises have been aired out
and your CO alarm remains in its normal
condition.
If your CO alarm reactivates within a 24-hour
period, repeat steps 1-3 and call a qualified
appliance technician to investigate for
sources of carbon monoxide from fuel burning
equipment and appliances, and inspect for
proper operation of this equipment.
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If problems are identified during this
inspection, have the CO alarm replaced
immediately.
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Note any combustion equipment not
inspected by the technician.
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Make sure that any motor vehicle is not
and has not been operating in an attached
garage or adjacent to your RV.
How to test
Fig. 2.3 CO alarm testing label
Test the alarm after each storage period,
before each trip and at least once per week
during use of the RV. Press and hold the
test/reset button on the front of the CO alarm
for several seconds. If the CO alarm does not
test properly, replace it immediately.
Battery replacement
When the batteries become weak, the CO
alarm will “beep” (the low battery warning). If
the low battery warning sounds, the batteries
MUST be replaced. Never disconnect the
batteries to silence the CO alarm.
Maintenance
Clean the outside casing occasionally with a
soft dry cloth. Ensure that the CO alarm
sensor is not blocked with dirt and dust.
DO
NOT USE CLEANING AGENTS, BLEACH
OR POLISH.
E
XHAUST
F
UMES
Avoid inhaling exhaust gases as they contain
carbon monoxide, which is a potentially toxic
gas that is colorless and odorless.
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Do not run the tow vehicle engine,
generator, etc., in confined areas, such as
a closed garage.
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Windows should be closed while driving or
running the generator to avoid drawing
dangerous exhaust gases into the RV.
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If you suspect that exhaust fumes are
entering the RV have the cause
determined and corrected immediately.
The best protection against carbon monoxide
entry into the RV is a properly maintained
ventilation system and an active carbon
monoxide alarm.
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