What Is Carbon Monoxide; Conditions That Can Result In Potentially Dangerous Co Situations; Symptoms Of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning - Airstream Rangeline 2023 Owner's Manual

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What Is Carbon Monoxide

Carbon Monoxide (CO) is a highly poisonous gas
released when fuels burn� Your generator and vehicle
engine both produce carbon monoxide� It is invisible,
has no smell, and is very difficult to detect with the
human senses� Under normal conditions, the amount
of CO drifting in from outside or potentially from under
the vehicle is not dangerous in a room correctly
ventilated room provided you take precautions when
parking the coach� CO is a real danger in air-tight
vehicles with added insulation, sealed windows, and
other weatherproofing that can trap CO inside;
Gasoline Powered Generator and Hydronic System
Safety Information on page 2-7�
Keep in mind that carbon monoxide can come from
many different fuel sources� These fuels include wood,
coal, charcoal, oil, natural gas, gasoline, kerosene,
and propane� Aftermarket small LP gas appliances and
grills are often sources of CO� If they are not properly
maintained, are improperly ventilated, or malfunction,
CO levels can rise quickly�
Conditions that can result in potentially dangerous
CO situations
1� Excessive spillage or reverse-venting of fuel-
burning generators and appliances caused by
outdoor conditions, such as:
• Wind direction and/or velocity, including high
gusts of wind�
• Heavy air in the vent pipes (cold/humid air with
extended periods between cycles)�
• Negative pressure differential resulting from
use of exhaust fans�
• Simultaneous operation of several fuel-burning
appliances competing for limited internal air�
• Exhaust connections vibrating loose
• Obstructions in or unconventional vent-
pipe designs which can amplify the above
situations�
2� Extended use of un-vented fuel burning devices�
3� Temperature increase that can trap exhaust gases
near the ground�
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Symptoms of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

• Mild Exposure - Slight headache, nausea, vomiting,
fatigue (flu-like symptoms).
• Medium Exposure - Throbbing headache,
drowsiness, confusion, fast heart rate�
• Extreme Exposure - Convulsions, unconsciousness,
heart and lung failure� Exposure to CO can cause
brain damage and/or death�
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Many causes of reported CARBON MONOXIDE
POISONING indicate that while victims are aware
that they are not well, they become so disoriented
that they are unable to save themselves by either
exiting the area or calling for assistance. Also
young children and pets may be the first to be
Carbon Monoxide is poisonous and can cause
confusion, unconsciousness, and death. Follow
all instructions, cautions, and warnings in this
NEVER ignore any alarm. Failure to respond can
result in injury or death. The Silence Features are
for your convenience only and will not correct a
problem. Always check your touring coach for a
potential problem after any alarm. Failure to do so
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2023 Rangeline