PURSUIT Denali 28, Owner'S Manual

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DENALI 28
9.7 Carbon Monoxide Monitoring System
CARBON MONOXIDE IS A LETHAL, TOXIC GAS THAT IS COLORLESS AND ODORLESS.
IT IS A DANGEROUS GAS THAT WILL CAUSE DEATH IN CERTAIN LEVELS.
The carbon monoxide (CO) monitor is installed in the cabin as
standard equipment and warns the occupants of dangerous accumu-
lations of carbon monoxide gas. If excess carbon monoxide fumes
are detected, the monitor will sound an alarm indicating the presence
of the toxic gas.
Should a very high level of carbon monoxide exist, the alarm will
sound in a few minutes. However, if small quantities of CO are
present or high levels are short-lived, the alarm will accumulate the
information and determine when an alarm level has been reached.
The carbon monoxide detector is automatically activated whenever
the battery selector switch and the main accessory switches are in the
"ON" position. The power light on the carbon monoxide dectector
should be lit to indicate that the carbon monoxide detector is acti-
vated. Always make sure the battery switch is "ON" and the power
light on the carbon monoxide detector is lit whenever the cabin is
occupied.
A by-product of combustion, carbon monoxide (CO) is invisible, tasteless, odorless, and is
produced by all engines, heating and cooking appliances. The most common sources of CO on
boats are gasoline engines and 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
symptoms 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.
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CO Detector