Carbon Monoxide Exposure - Marine Power 4.3 VORTEC MPI Owner's Manual

WARNING
2.
Safe Boating
CAUTION

Carbon Monoxide Exposure

Carbon Monoxide is a odorless, colorless and taste-
less gas that cannot be smelled, seen or tasted.
Sustained exposure to carbon monoxide gas may
lead to brain damage, unconsciousness or death.
Carbon Monoxide is a hazardous gas that is produced
when items containing carbon are burned. Items such
as, but not limited to; wood, coal, gasoline, natural
gas, propane or oil. Carbon Monoxide (CO) is found in
many areas such as any type of internal combustion
engines, heaters, charcoal grills, cooking ranges and any
other open flame appliances. There are many possible
variables for the accumulation of carbon monox-
ide. Wind direction, boat speed, vessel proximity to
other vessels or structures are just a few of the
possible variables that would permit exposure to carbon
monoxide gases. It is important that regular
inspections of the exhaust system are conducted and
maintenance is properly performed by a qualified
technician. Adequate air circulation in all areas of
your boat are necessary in order to prevent build-up of
carbon monoxide. Please contact your boat manufactur-
er if you have questions regarding these hazards.
For more information regarding safe boating
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practices, and/or carbon monoxide poisoning on
recreational boats, contact the following:
National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA)
200 East Randolph Drive, Suite 5100
Chicago, IL 60601
312-946-6200
www.nmma.org
United States Coast Guard
Office of Boating Safety Chicago, IL
CG Headquarters G-OPB-3
2100 Second Street, SW
Washington, DC 20593
202-267-0984
www.uscgboating.org
American Boat & Yacht Council, Inc. (ABYC)
3069 Solomons Island Road
Edgewater, MD 21037-1416
410-956-1050
www.abyc.com
www.MarinePowerUSA.com