Carbon Monoxide Monitor - Quicksilver 855WE Owner's Manual

Quicksilver 855WE — System & Component Overview and Operation
The fire extinguisher is located on the starboard side of the vessel, at the helm, under the starboard
salon access door.
Smoke Alarm
Your boat is equipped with a battery operated smoke alarm, located on the port side of the salon. The
smoke alarm shall be maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions or as indicated
on the equipment.
Fire Prevention
The smoke alarm shall be tested as part of the boarding routine and weekly if aboard for an extended
period. In the event testing a smoke alarm indicates the alarm is faulty, replace the smoke alarm with
one of an equivalent type.
Refer to the manufacturer's manual in regards to specific operation of the smoke alarm.

7. Carbon Monoxide Monitor

Quicksilver® boats are equipped with carbon monoxide (CO) monitors in the cabin and enclosed
berths or staterooms. Carbon Monoxide is an odorless, colorless, and tasteless, extremely toxic gas
produced by engines, heaters, stoves or generators. When inhaled it combines with hemoglobin in the
blood, preventing absorption of oxygen and is unlikely to be noticed until the person is overcome.
Prolonged exposure to low concentration or very short exposure to high concentrations can result in
asphyxiation and death.
Symptoms of Carbon Monoxide poisoning include dizziness, headaches, ringing in the ears, nausea, or
unconsciousness. GET MEDICAL ATTENTION AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. These symptoms are often
confused with seasickness or intoxication, so those affected may not receive the medical attention
they need. The poisoning victim's skin often turns cherry red. If CO poisoning is suspected, have the
Never obstruct passageways to exits or hatches, obstruct
safety controls (fuel valves, LPG valves, electrical switches,
etc.) obstruct portable fire extinguishers stowed in lockers,
or modify any of the craft's system (especially fuel, LPG, or
electrical) or allow unqualified personnel to modify any of
the craft's system.
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Fire extinguisher
Smoke alarm