PURSUIT 2865 DENALI, Owner'S Manual

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2865 DENALI
Boats underway should close all aft facing hatches and doors. The forward facing deck
hatches should be open whenever possible to help pressurize the living spaces of the boat. No
sleeping in the cabin should be permitted while underway. Proper ventilation should be
maintained on the bridge deck by opening windshield vents as far as possible to help
pressurize the cockpit area. The canvas drop or aft curtain must be removed and
the side curtains should be opened or removed to increase air flow and maintain
proper ventilation whenever the engine is running.
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD THE ENGINE BE OPERATING WITH
SIDE CURTAINS CLOSED AND THE AFT OR DROP CURTAIN INSTALLED.
Extreme caution must be taken while at anchor or in a slip when an auxiliary power generator
is operating. Wind still nights can easily allow exhaust fumes, containing high concentrations
of CO, from the generator on your boat or from an adjacent boat's generator to enter the boat.
The exhaust fumes may enter your boat through open hatches or windows.
A carbon monoxide detector has been installed in your cabin as standard equipment. While
a CO detector enhances your protection from CO poisoning, it does not guarantee it will not
occur. Do not use the carbon monoxide detector as a replacement for ordinary precautions
or periodic inspections of equipment. Never rely on alarm systems to save your life, common
sense is still prudent and necessary. Remember, the operator of the boat carries the ultimate
responsibility to make sure the boat is properly ventilated and the passengers are not exposed
to dangerous levels of carbon monoxide. You always should be alert to the symptoms and
early warning signs of carbon monoxide poisoning. You also should read “Carbon Monoxide
Detector” in the Safety Equipment chapter of this manual, and the owner’s
manual supplied by the CO detector manufacturer, for operation instructions and
additional information regarding the hazards and symptoms of carbon monoxide
poisoning.
ACTUATION OF THE CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTOR INDICATES THE
PRESENCE OF CARBON MONOXIDE (CO) WHICH CAN BE FATAL. EVACUATE THE CABIN
IMMEDIATELY. DO A HEAD COUNT TO CHECK THAT ALL PERSONS ARE ACCOUNTED
FOR. DO NOT REENTER THE CABIN UNTIL IT HAS BEEN AIRED OUT AND THE PROB-
LEM FOUND AND CORRECTED.
8.5 Maintenance
• Periodically lubricate all hinges and latch assemblies with a light oil.
• Periodically clean and coat gasket material with silicone to help keep them pliable.
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