Carbon Monoxide - Quicksilver 605CR Owner's Manual

Quicksilver® 605CR — System & Component Overview and Operation
The boat, when in service shall be equipped with the following portable fire extinguisher:
1. Fire Rating 13A 89B C
The boat owner/operator shall:
1. Have the fire fighting equipment checked at the intervals indicated on the equipment.
2. Replace portable fire extinguisher equipment, if expired or discharged, by devices of identical
fire fighting capacity.
3. Have fixed systems refilled or replaced when expired or discharged.
4. Ensure that the fire fighting equipment is readily accessible when the boat is occupied.
5. Inform the members of the crew about the location and operation of the fire fighting
equipment, the locations of discharge openings in to the engine space, and the locations of
escape routes and exits.
6. Unlock any deck hatches, or any other locked escape openings.
7. Keep the bilges clean and check for fuel and gas vapors or fuel leaks frequently.
The fire extinguisher is located on the port side of the cabin.
Fire Extinguisher

5. Carbon Monoxide

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
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