Co Checklists; More Information - Bayliner 16 Element Owner's Manual Supplement

CO Checklists

Trip Checklist
☐ Make sure you know where the exhaust outlets are located on your boat.
☐ Educate all passengers about the symptoms of CO poisoning and where CO may accumulate.
☐ When docked, or rafted with another boat, be aware of exhaust emissions from the other boat.
☐ Listen for any change in exhaust sound, which could mean an exhaust component failure.
Monthly Checklist
☐ Make sure all exhaust clamps are in place and secure.
☐ Look for exhaust leaking from exhaust system components. Signs include rust and/or black streaking,
water leaks, or corroded or cracked fittings.
☐ Inspect rubber exhaust hoses for burned, cracked, or deteriorated sections. All rubber hoses should be
pliable and free of kinks.
Annual Checklist
Have a Trained Marine Technician:
☐ Replace exhaust hoses if cracking, charring, or deterioration is found.
☐ Ensure that your engines and generators are properly tuned, and well maintained.
☐ Inspect each water pump impeller and the water pump housing. Replace if worn. Make sure cooling
systems are in working condition.
☐ Inspect all metallic exhaust components for cracking, rusting, leaking, or loosening. Make sure they
check the cylinder head gasket, exhaust manifold, water injection elbow, and the threaded adapter
nipple between the manifold and the elbow.
☐ Clean, inspect, and confirm proper operation of the generator cooling water anti-siphon valve (if equipped).

More Information

For more information about preventing carbon monoxide poisoning on recreational boats and other
boating safety tips, contact:
United States Coast Guard
Office of Boating Safety (G-OPB-3)
2100 Second Street SW
Washington, DC 20593
www.uscgboating.org
1-800-368-5647
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National Marine Manufacturers
Association (NMMA)
200 East Randolph Drive
Suite 5100
Chicago, IL 60601-9301
www.nmma.org
312-946-6200
16 Element • Owner's Manual Supplement
American Boat & Yacht
Council, Inc. (ABYC)
613 Third Street
Suite 10
Annapolis, MD 21403
www.abycinc.org
410-990-4460
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