Use Of Weather Covers And Carbon Monoxide - Four winns Horizon Owner's Manual

NOTICE
DO NOT use hot water. DO NOT dry in an auto-
matic dryer. DO NOT dry clean or steam press.
Leakage after cleaning may be the result of insufficient
rinsing. Re-rinse. If leakage continues, apply a coat of
silicone air drying water repellent, such as
Scotchguard™. See your Four Winns dealer for addition-
al information on weather covers.
N - 5 USE OF WEATHER COVERS AND CARBON
MONOXIDE
When an engine is running, a natural vacuum may exist
with the right wind and sea conditions to allow exhaust
gases (which includes carbon monoxide) to seap into
the boat. When the camper or side curtains are installed,
this compounds the possibility of this occurring and in-
hibits natural ventilation. For more information, refer to
Section B-2 - Carbon Monoxide in this manual.
The carbon monoxide in exhaust fumes can be hazard-
ous. It is important for you and your passengers to be
aware of the potential safety hazard created by exhaust
fumes. Familiarize yourself with the symptoms of indi-
viduals overcome by carbon monoxide, and most im-
portantly, ways you can protect yourself and your guests.
Exhaust fumes from engines contain carbon
monoxide. Boats with canvas deployed are
more likely to collect exhaust fumes. Avoid
brain damage or death from carbon monox-
ide. Keep cockpit and cabin areas well venti-
lated at all times. Signs of exposure include
nausea, dizziness, and drowsiness. See Sec-
tion B-2 of the boat owner’s manual for more
details. If using a catalytic heater, provide ven-
tilation. Do not use catalytic heater while sleep-
ing.
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