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Section 3 Scheduled Maintenance
3.8 Exhaust System
Carbon monoxide.
Can
cause
severe
nausea,
fainting, or death.
The exhaust system must be
leakproof and routinely inspected.
WARNING
Inspecting the exhaust system. Carbon monoxide can
cause severe nausea, fainting, or death.
For the safety of
the craft’s occupants, install a carbon monoxide detector.
Never operate the generator set without a functioning carbon
monoxide detector.
Inspect the detector before each
generator set use.
At the interval specified in the service schedule, inspect
the exhaust system components (exhaust manifold,
mixing elbow, exhaust hose, hose clamps, silencer, and
outlet flapper) for cracks, leaks, and corrosion. See
Section 1 for the exhaust outlet location.
Ensure that the carbon monoxide detector(s) is (1) in the
craft, (2) functional, and (3) energized whenever the
generator set operates.
For your safety: Never operate the generator set
without a functioning carbon
monoxide detector(s) for your
safety and the safety of others on
your vessel.
Exhaust System Inspection Points
Check for exhaust leaks and blockages. Check the
silencer and piping condition and check for tight exhaust
system connections.
D
Check the hoses for softness, cracks, leaks, or dents.
Replace the hoses as needed.
D
Check for corroded or broken metal parts and replace
them as needed.
D
Check for loose, corroded, or missing clamps.
Tighten or replace the hose clamps and/or hangers
as needed.
D
Check that the exhaust outlet is unobstructed.
D
Visually inspect the exhaust system for exhaust leaks
(blowby)
. Check for carbon or soot residue on
exhaust components. Carbon and soot residue
indicates an exhaust leak. Seal leaks as needed.
