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TP-6255 7/06 7 Safety Precautions and Instructions
Exhaust System
Carbon monoxide.
Can
cause severe nausea,
fainting, or death.
The exhaust system must be
leakproof and routinely inspected.
WARNING
Carbon monoxide symptoms.
Carbon monoxide can cause severe
nausea, fainting, or death.
Carbon
monoxide is a poisonous gas present in
exhaust gases.
Carbon monoxide
poisoning symptoms include but are
not limited to the following:
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Light-headedness, dizziness
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Physical fatigue, weakness in
joints and muscles
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Sleepiness, mental fatigue,
inability to concentrate
or speak clearly, blurred vision
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Stomachache, vomiting, nausea
If experiencing any of these symptoms
and carbon monoxide poisoning is
possible, seek fresh air immediately
and remain active. Do not sit, lie down,
or fall asleep.
Alert others to the
possibility of carbon monoxide
poisoning. Seek medical attention if
the condition of affected persons does
not improve within minutes of breathing
fresh air.
Copper tubing exhaust systems.
Carbon monoxide can cause severe
nausea, fainting, or death.
Do not
use copper tubing in diesel exhaust
systems.
Sulfur in diesel exhaust
causes rapid deterioration of copper
tubing exhaust systems, resulting in
exhaust/water leakage.
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. Consult the
boat builder or dealer for approved
detector
location and installation.
Inspect the detector before each
generator set use. In addition to routine
exhaust system inspection, test the
carbon monoxide detector per the
manufacturer’s instructions and keep
the detector operational at all times.
Operating the generator set. Carbon
monoxide can cause severe nausea,
fainting, or death.
Carbon monoxide
is an odorless, colorless, tasteless,
nonirritating gas that can cause death if
inhaled for even a short time. Use the
following precautions when installing
and operating the generator set. Do not
install the exhaust outlet where exhaust
can be drawn in through portholes,
vents, or air conditioners.
Avoid
overloading the craft. If the generator
set exhaust discharge outlet is near the
waterline,
water could enter the
exhaust discharge outlet and close or
restrict the flow of exhaust.
Never
operate the generator set without a
functioning carbon monoxide detector.
Be especially careful if operating the
generator
set when moored or
anchored under calm conditions
because gases may accumulate. If
operating the generator set dockside,
moor the craft so that the exhaust
discharges on the lee side (the side
sheltered from the wind). Always be
aware of others, making sure your
exhaust is directed away from other
boats and buildings.
Fuel System
Explosive fuel vapors.
Can cause severe injury or death.
Use extreme care when handling,
storing, and using fuels.
WARNING
Avoid high pressure fluids.
Can cause severe injury or death.
Do not work on high pressure fuel or
hydraulic
systems without
protective equipment to protect
hands, eyes, and body. Avoid the
hazard by relieving pressure before
disconnecting
fuel injection
pressure lines. Search for leaks
using a piece of cardboard. Always
protect hands, eyes, and body from
high pressure fluids. If an accident
occurs,
seek medical attention
immediately.
WARNING