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TIFFIN MOTORHOMES –PHAETON® Chapter 4 MAJOR APPLIANCES & ACCESSORIES
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Carbon Monoxide/LP Gas Detector
To protect the driver and other occupants of the motor home, the Phaeton is equipped
with a carbon monoxide/LP gas detector (Figure 4-26). This single compact system
provides a powerful combined alarm that detects both Carbon Monoxide (CO) and
explosive gases Propane (LPG) and Methane (Natural Gas). This detector uses the latest
microprocessor technology combined with two electronic self-cleaning sensors that
operate independently of each other. The combined unit can detect both CO and
explosive gases simultaneously.
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.
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.
Should any of these symptoms be experienced in the motor home, one should IMMEDIATELY evacuate the motor
home and seek medical help. Shut down the motor home and do not attempt to operate it again until the source(s) of
the CO are located and fixed.
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 4-26. Carbon
Monoxide/LP Gas Detector