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Section 9 Safety Information
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9.6 Carbon Monoxide Safety
Carbon Monoxide Detector
A carbon monoxide detector is installed in
the starboard cabin headliner of each berth.
CO detectors warn occupants of dangerous
accumulation of CO gas. If a carbon monox-
ide detector is activated, this indicates the
presence of CO, which can be fatal. Evacu-
ate the cabin immediately. Make sure all pas-
sengers are accounted for. DO NOT enter the
cabin until you know it is safe to do so and
the problem found and corrected.
The CO detector is powered by a 9v battery.
A power light indicates that the detector is
powered and working. Test the detector and
replace the battery on a regular basis. Make
sure the indicator light is on whenever the
cabin is occupied.
This device uses a micro controller to con-
tinuously measure and accumulate CO lev-
els. Should a very high level of CO exist,
the alarm will sound within a few minutes. If
small quantities are present or high levels are
short-lived, the detector will accumulate the
information and determine when an alarm
level has been reached.
While a CO detector enhances your protec-
tion from CO poisoning, it does not guaran-
tee it will not occur. Do not use CO detectors
as a replacement for ordinary precautions
or periodic inspections of equipment. Never
rely on alarm systems to save lives; com -
mon sense is still the best form of protection.
Remember, the boat operator carries the ulti -
mate responsibility to make sure the boat is
properly ventilated and passengers are not
exposed to dangerous levels of CO. Be alert
to the symptoms and early warning signs of
carbon monoxide.
CO detectors are very reliable and rarely
sound false alarms. If the alarm sounds,
DO NOT think it is false. If anyone has been
exposed to CO, move them into fresh air
immediately.
Contact the detector manufacturer, Tiara
Yachts Customer Relations, or your local fire
department for assistance in finding and cor
-
recting the situation. Never disable the CO
detector because you think the alarm may be
false.
Carbon Monoxide Hazards
Carbon monoxide (CO) is a by-product of
combustion, is invisible, tasteless and odor-
less, and is produced by all engines and most
heating and cooking appliances. It exists
wherever fuels are burned to generate power
or heat.
The most common sources of CO on boats
are combustion engines, auxiliary genera-
tors, and propane or butane stoves. These
produce large amounts of CO and should
never be operated while sleeping. High con-
centrations of CO can be fatal within min-
utes. Many cases of CO 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. 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 CO. CO poisoning is espe-
cially dangerous during sleep while victims
are unaware of any side effects.
Low levels of CO over an extended period of
time can be just as lethal as high doses over
a short period. Therefore, low levels of CO
can cause the carbon monoxide detector to
sound before persons notice any symptoms.
Carbon Monoxide Symptoms
All engines and fuel burning appliances pro -
duce CO as exhaust. Direct and prolonged
exposure to CO will cause BRAIN DAMAGE
or DEATH.
Carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning is lethal
and should not be confused with seasick-