Monterey Boats 378SE, Owner'S Manual

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MONTEREY
BOATS
Safety Equipment
WARNING
THE OWNER’S MANUAL PROVIDED BY THE FIRE
EXTINGUISHING SYSTEM MANUFACTURER SHOULD BE
INCLUDED WITH YOUR BOAT. IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT YOU
READ THE INFORMATION CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY
UNDERSTAND THE SYSTEM IN THEORY AND OPERATION
BEFORE USING YOUR BOAT. IF YOU DID NOT RECEIVE THE
FIRE EXTINGUISHING SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL, PLEASE
CONTACT YOUR DEALER OR THE MONTEREY CUSTOMER
SERVICE DEPARTMENT.
1.8 Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
A by product of combustion, carbon monoxide
(CO) is invisible, tasteless, odorless, and is pro-
duced by all engines, heating and cooking appli-
ances. The most common sources of CO on boats
are the engines, auxiliary generators and propane
or butane stoves. These produce large amounts of
CO and should never be operated while sleeping.
A slight buildup of carbon monoxide over several
hours causes headache, nausea and other symp-
toms that are similar to food poisoning, motion
sickness or flu. High concentrations can be fatal
within minutes. Many cases of carbon monoxide
poisoning indicate that while victims are aware
they are not well, they become so disoriented they
are unable to save themselves by either exiting
the area or calling for help. Also, young children,
elderly persons, and pets may be the first affected.
Drug or alcohol use increases the effect of CO
exposure. Individuals with cardiac or respiratory
conditions are very susceptible to the dangers
of carbon monoxide. CO poisoning is especially
dangerous during sleep when victims are unaware
of any side effects. The following are symptoms
which may signal exposure to CO: (1) Headache
(2) Tightness of chest or hyperventilation (3)
Flushed face (4) Nausea (5) Drowsiness (6)
Fatigue or Weakness (7) Inattention or confusion
(8) Lack of normal coordination.
Persons who have been exposed to carbon mon-
oxide should be moved into fresh air immediately.
Have the victim breath deeply and seek immedi-
ate medical attention. To learn more about CO
poisoning, contact your local health authorities.
DANGER
CARBON MONOXIDE IS COLORLESS, ODORLESS AND
DANGEROUS. ALL ENGINES, GENERATORS AND FUEL
BURNING APPLIANCES EXHAUST CARBON MONOXIDE (CO).
DIRECT AND PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO CO WILL CAUSE
BRAIN DAMAGE OR DEATH. SIGNS OF EXPOSURE TO CO
INCLUDE NAUSEA, DIZZINESS AND DROWSINESS.
Cabin Carbon Monoxide Detector