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E - 1
GENERAL
NOTICE
The information included in this section is general
only. For specific operation of the engine(s) on
your boat, refer to the engine manufacturer's
literature (operator's manual) included in your
owner's packet. Ensure you completely
understand the operation procedures of the
engine(s) before operating your boat. Also consult
your dealer should any questions arise regarding
the engine operation and/or maintenance.
DO NOT attempt to service any engine with out
being totally familiar with the safe and proper
service proce dures. Do not attempt to maintain
or adjust an engine while it is running. Certain
moving parts are exposed and failing to shut off
the engine can result in serious injury or death.
Four Winns does not manufacture engines or drives.
Because of the technical nature of the engine and
drive systems, all manufac turers of these items
require that warranty and service problems be taken
directly to an authorized dealer for resolution. The
Four Winns dealer from whom you purchased your
boat, will handle all warranty and service matters with
the engine manufacturer for you.
In compliance with the Federal Boat Safety Act of
1971 all engine manufacturers require their prod ucts
to be regis tered. A registra tion card is fur nished with
each new engine. When selling a Four Winns
the dealer, along with the pur chaser, should complete
the information requested on these cards and return
them to the respective engine manufactur ers. Engine
registration cards are provided with the engine and
will usually be found with the boat literature.
Each manufacturer of the various marine power
components provides an owner's operator's manual
with their product. This publication is included with this
manual. It is important that you read the manual(s)
carefully and become com pletely familiar with proper
care and operation of the engine and drive system.
Be sure to read the section on winterization. Replace-
ment costs associated with frozen engine blocks, drive
sys tems and other components are quite substantial.
Engines, Drives and Instrumentation - Section E
Engines, Drives and Instrumentation
Also review the other sections in this manual, espe-
cially Section F on Control Sys tems and Section
I on Fuel Systems.
E - 2
ENGINE EXHAUST
A. Carbon Monoxide
The carbon monoxide in exhaust fumes can be
hazardous. It is important for you and your passen-
gers to be aware of the potential safety hazard
created by exhaust fumes. Familiarize yourself with
the symptoms of individuals overcome by carbon
monoxide, and most importantly, ways you can
protect yourself and your guests.
DO NOT inhale exhaust fumes! Exhaust
contains carbon monoxide which is color less
and odorless. Carbon monoxide is a dangerous
gas that is potentially lethal.
Persons overcome by carbon monoxide may
exhibit the following symptoms:
a. Watering and itchy eyes
b. Flushed appear ance
c. Throb bing temples
d. Inatten tiveness
e. Inability to think coherently
f. Ringing in the ears
g. Tightness across the chest
h. Headache
i. Drowsiness
boat,
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j. Incoherence
k. Nausea
l. Dizziness
m. Fatigue
n. Vomiting
o. Collapse
p. Convulsions
IF YOU THINK EXHAUST FUMES ARE
ENTER ING YOUR BOAT, DETERMINE
THE CAUSE AND HAVE IT CORRECT ED
IMMEDI ATELY!
The following suggestions can help prevent ex haust
fumes from entering the boat or injuring people in the
vicinity:
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