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Carbon Monoxide/LP Gas Detector
To protect the driver and other occupants of the motor home, the Allegro Bus is equipped with a carbon
monoxide/LP gas detector (Figure 4-25). Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless,
odorless, tasteless gas which, when breathed, bonds to the hemoglobin in the red
blood cells and, thus, drastically reduces or blocks the transfer of oxygen from the
lungs to the rest of the body. In sufficient concentrations, CO kills by asphyxiation.
In lesser amounts, CO makes the victim groggy, lethargic, and unable to think clearly
or quickly.
CO is one of the products of combustion for many materials including petroleum-
based products (e.g., gasoline, diesel fuel, propane, butane; among others). Since many
of the appliances and the engines associated with the motor home produce CO in their normal operations, it is
necessary to assure that CO levels do not rise to dangerous levels within the motor home. In sufficiently high
concentrations, CO can kill in minutes.
Consequently, the CO/LP gas detector should be checked at regular intervals to assure it is in proper operating
condition and that its battery is fresh. Periodic checking with the “test” button to assure normal operation of
the CO/LP gas detector and to allow the motor-home users to hear how the CO/LP gas alarm actually sounds
would be worthwhile.
The most susceptible people to CO poisoning are unborn babies, small children, pregnant women, senior
citizens, and people with cardiovascular or respiratory problems. Consequently, it is prudent to check the CO
monitor regularly for normal operation and to remain aware of the symptoms of CO poisoning which include
dizziness, nausea, vomiting, muscular twitching, throbbing in the temples, incoherent thinking and speech,
weakness, sleepiness, and intense headaches.
Warning
Carbon monoxide gas—derived from products of combustion of motor fuel, LP gas,
and other petroleum-based products—is a deadly gas which can kill motor-home
occupants, if allowed to accumulate in sufficient concentration. Assure that all engine
operations are not restricted—tailpipes and exhaust ports should not be blocked or
restricted in any way. Additionally, any accumulation of exhaust gases outside or
underneath the motor home should be avoided as such may enter the motor home
through windows or vents—be careful how and where the motor home is parked to
avoid such conditions. Regularly monitor outside conditions to assure that all exhaust
gases can readily be dissipated and not enter the motor home inadvertently.
Figure 4-25. Carbon
Monoxide/LP Gas
Detector
Summary of Contents for Allegro Bus 2011
Page 8: ...G E N E R A L I N F O R M A T I O N 1 1 GENERAL INFORMATION Chapter 1 ...
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Page 16: ...D R I V I N G S A F E T Y I N S T R U C T I O N S 2 1 Driving Safety Instructions Chapter 2 ...
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Page 28: ...H E A T I N G A I R C O N D I T I O N I N G 3 1 Heating Air Conditioning Chapter 3 ...
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Page 69: ...C A B I N E T S F U R N I T U R E 5 1 Cabinets Furniture Chapter 5 ...
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Page 75: ...S T R U C T U R A L F E A T U R E S 6 1 Structural Features Chapter 6 ...
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Page 78: ...E L E C T R I C A L F E A T U R E S 7 1 Electrical Features Chapter 7 ...
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Page 95: ...S L I D E O U T F E A T U R E S 8 1 Slide Out Features Chapter 8 ...
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Page 100: ...E X T E R I O R F E A T U R E S 9 1 Exterior Features Chapter 9 ...
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Page 113: ...P L U M B I N G B A T H F E A T U R E S 11 1 Plumbing Bath Fixtures Chapter 11 ...
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Page 127: ...C O N S T R U C T I O N F E A T U R E S 12 1 Construction Features Chapter 12 ...
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Page 130: ...W I N D O W S A W N I N G S V E N T S D O O R S 13 1 Windows Awnings Vents Doors Chapter 13 ...
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Page 137: ...R O U T I N E M A I N T E N A N C E 14 1 Routine Maintenance Chapter 14 ...
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