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Safety Information
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Carbon Monoxide
!
CARBON MONOXIDE IS A COLOURLESS, ODOURLESS GAS. INHALING THIS GAS CAN
CAUSE DEATH OR SERIOUS LONG-TERM HEALTH PROBLEMS SUCH AS BRAIN DAMAGE.
Never operate the engine in a confined space where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can
develop. All ignition operations have to be effected in an open or well-ventilated area. Always
remember that exhaust fumes are toxic.
The symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning can include but are not limited to the following;
Headaches, dizziness, nausea, breathlessness, collapsing or loss of consciousness.
Carbon monoxide poisoning symptoms are similar to flu, food poisoning, viral infections and
simply tiredness. It is quite common for people to mistake this very dangerous poisoning for
something else.
To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning
DO NOT
use Petrol/Diesel powered equipment inside any
of the following; Home, garage, tent, camper van, mobile home, caravan or boat.
DO NOT
use
in an enclosed area or moving vehicle. This is not exhaustive and if you are in any doubt contact
your dealer.
If you think you have or someone around you has been affected by carbon monoxide poisoning;
Get them fresh air immediately, by leaving the affected area or by opening doors and windows. If
safe and practical to do so make sure that the machine is turned off.
DO NOT
enter a room you
suspect of having carbon monoxide present – instead call the emergency services.
Contact a Doctor immediately or go to Hospital – let them know that you suspect carbon
monoxide poisoning.
!
Engine exhaust fumes contain Carbon Monoxide. This is a poisonous gas and can kill in
minutes. NEVER use inside a building or in an area with poor ventilation. NEVER use inside
a confined space, such as but not limited to a house, garage, vehicle, boat or tent. ONLY
use outside and far away from windows, doors and vents.
DANGER!
