Westerbeke 3.5 MCGA 60 Hz Operator's Manual page 2

Operator Manual for Marine Gasoline Generators
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING
Breathing gasoline or diesel engine exhaust exposes you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
Always start and operate the engine in a well-ventilated area.
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If in an enclosed area, vent the exhaust to the outside.
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Do not modify or tamper with the exhaust system.
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Do not idle the engine except as necessary.
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For more information go to www.P65warnings.ca.gov
WARNING: Exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide, an odorless, colorless, and POISONOUS gas that can cause
unconsciousness and death. Symptoms of carbon monoxide exposure can include:
Dizziness
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Nausea
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Headache
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Weakness
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Sleepiness
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Throbbing in Temples
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Muscular Twitching
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Vomiting
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Impaired Judgement
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IF YOU OR ANYONE ELSE EXPERIENCES ANY OF THESE SYMPTOMS, SEEK FRESH AIR IMMEDIATELY. If symptoms
persist, seek medical attention. Shutdown the unit and do not restart until it has been inspected and repaired.
A WARNING DECAL is provided by Westerbeke and should be fixed to a bulkhead
near your engine or generator. Westerbeke also recommends installing CARBON
MONOXIDE DETECTORS in the living/sleeping quarters of your vessel. They are cost
affective and easily obtainable at your local marine store.
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