Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard!
285 • Owner’s Manual Supplement
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Trip Checklist
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Make sure you know where the exhaust outlets are located on your boat.
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Educate all passengers about the symptoms of CO poisoning and where CO may accumulate.
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When docked, or rafted with another boat, be aware of exhaust emissions from the other boat.
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Confirm that water flows from the exhaust outlet when the engines and generator are started.
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Listen for any change in exhaust sound, which could indicate an exhaust component failure.
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Test the operation of each CO alarm by pressing the test button.
Monthly Checklist
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Make sure all exhaust clamps are in place and secure.
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Look for exhaust leaking from exhaust system components. Signs include rust and/or black streaking, water
leaks, or corroded or cracked fittings.
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Inspect rubber exhaust hoses for burned, cracked, or deteriorated sections. all rubber hoses should be pliable and
free of kinks.
Annual Checklist
Have a Qualified Marine Technician:
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Replace exhaust hoses if cracking, charring, or deterioration is found.
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Ensure that your engines and generators are properly tuned, and well maintained.
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Inspect each water pump impeller and the water pump housing. Replace if worn. Make sure cooling systems are
in working condition.
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Inspect all metal exhaust parts for cracking, rusting, leaking, or loosening and check the cylinder head gasket,
exhaust manifold, water injection elbow, and the threaded adapter nipple between the manifold and the elbow.
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Clean, inspect, and confirm proper operation of the generator cooling water anti-siphon valve (if equipped).
Carbon Monoxide Alarm System
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Do not disconnect the alarm system.
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Read and understand the manufacturer’s instructions for your CO alarm system. If you did not receive an
instruction manual, call (800) 383-0269 and one will be mailed to you.
If your boat is not equipped with a carbon monoxide alarm, consider purchasing one from your dealer or marine
supply store.
DA NGER
CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING HAZARD!
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The house battery switch must be in the On position for the CO Monitors
to work.
DANGER !
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The stereo memory and CO monitor(s) place a small, but constant drain on the battery. If your
boat will be unattended for an extended amount of time, plug into shore power with the battery
charger turned On, or disconnect the battery if shore power is not an option.
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