Maxum Sport Deck, Owner'S Manual Supplement

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4 CHAPTER 1: ABOUT THIS MANUAL
Sport Deck • Owner’s Manual Supplement
Carbon Monoxide (CO)
CO poisoning causes a significant number of boating deaths each year. Called the
"silent killer", CO is an extremely toxic, colorless, odorless and tasteless gas.
Breathing CO blocks the ability of your blood to carry oxygen. The effects are
cumulative, even low levels of exposure can result in injury or death.
Factors increasing the effects of CO include:
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Age.
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Smokers or people exposed to high concentrations of cigarette smoke.
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Consumption of alcohol.
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Lung disorders, heart problems, and pregnancy.
CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING HAZARD!
Carbon monoxide gas (CO) is colorless, odorless, and extremely
dangerous. All engines, generators, and fuel burning appliances
produce CO as exhaust. Direct and prolonged exposure to CO will
cause BRAIN DAMAGE or DEATH.
Signs of CO poisoning include:
• Headache
• Nausea
• Dizziness
• Drowsiness
DANG ER!
!