PURSUIT DC / 265, Owner'S Manual

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Section 9 Safety Equipment
DC235 / DC265
If the operator is thrown from the seat, or
moves too far from the helm, the lanyard will
disconnect the clip from the switch, shutting
off the engine.
To attach a lanyard, connect the clip to the
emergency stop switch and the hook to a
strong piece of clothing on the operator,
such as a belt loop.
If the engines will not start, the clip may not
be inserted into the engine stop switch prop-
erly or the control is not in neutral. Make
sure the clip is properly attached to the
engine stop switch before attempting to start
the engine.
Always carry a spare stop switch clip and
lanyard and instruct at least one other per-
son onboard the operation of the stop switch
and location of the spare.
9.5 Automatic Fire
Extinguishing System
(with Optional Generator)
The generator is equipped with an automatic
fire extinguishing system. The extinguisher
has been chosen and located to provide suf-
ficient coverage of the generator compart-
ment. While the system helps ensure bilge
fire protection, it does not eliminate the U.S.
Coast Guard requirement for hand held fire
extinguishers.
The system is equipped with an engine shut-
down circuit to automatically shut down the
generator. The red light on the fire extin-
guisher control panel will light and an alarm
will sound if this should occur. When suffi-
cient time has elapsed for the fire to be
extinguished and a flashback is no longer
possible, find and fix the problem, then the
override switch on the control panel can be
moved to the "OVERRIDE" position and the
engines can be restarted. Refer to the Auto-
matic Fire Extinguisher System in the Helm
Systems.
If the extinguisher system is activated, shut
down all engines immediately. Turn off all
electrical systems, powered ventilation and
extinguish all smoking materials. DO NOT
open the engine compartment hatch, this will
feed oxygen to the fire and a flashback can
occur. Allow the extinguishing agent to soak
the generator compartment for at least 15
minutes and wait for hot metals or fuels to
cool before inspecting for cause or damage.
Have an approved portable fire extinguisher
at hand and ready for use and DO NOT
breathe fumes or vapors caused by the fire.
It is extremely important that you read,
understand and know how this system
works, refer to the manufacturer’s literature.
9.6 Carbon Monoxide Hazards
Carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning is lethal
and should not be confused with seasick-
ness, intoxication or heat exhaustion. If
someone complains of irritated eyes, head-
ache, nausea, weakness or dizziness, or
you suspect carbon monoxide poisoning,
immediately move the person to fresh air,
investigate the cause, and take corrective
action. Seek medical attention if necessary.
All engines and fuel burning appliances pro-
duce CO as exhaust. Direct and prolonged
exposure to CO will cause BRAIN DAMAGE
or DEATH.
!
WARNING
FIRE/EXPLOSION HAZARD
The gas of the fire extinguisher sys-
tem displaces oxygen to “smother”
the fire. DO NOT open the hatch. Oxy-
gen can feed a fire and flashback can
occur which can cause death or seri-
ous injury. If the onboard fire system
discharges, wait at least 15 minutes
before opening engine hatch.
!
DANGER
CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD
Exposure to CO will cause death or
serious injury. CO is colorless, odor-
less and extremely dangerous. Avoid
CO exposure and make sure the CO
detector is working properly.