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moved to an area of fresh air. Have the

victim breath deeply and seek immedi-

ate medical attention. To learn more

about CO poisoning, contact your local

health authorities.

In certain situations, boats can have a

problem due to the “station wagon ef-

fect” where engine exhaust fumes are

captured in the vessel by the vacuum or

low pressure area, usually the cockpit,

bridge deck and cabin, that can be cre-

ated by the forward speed of the boat.

Boats that are underway should close all

aft facing portholes, hatches and doors.

The forward facing deck hatches should

be open whenever possible to help pres-

surize the living spaces of the boat.

Sleeping, particularly in aft cabins, should not be permitted while underway. Proper ventilation should be

maintained on the bridge deck by opening a forward window or windshield to drive fumes away from the

occupants. The canvas drop or aft curtain must be removed and the side curtains should be opened or removed

to increase air flow and maintain proper ventilation whenever the engines are running.

UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD THE ENGINES BE OPERATING WITH SIDE CUR-

TAINS CLOSED AND THE AFT OR DROP CURTAIN INSTALLED.

Extreme caution must be taken while at anchor or in a slip and an auxiliary power generator is operating. Wind

still nights can easily allow fumes to enter the boat. Inspect the exhaust systems of propulsion and the auxiliary

generators, if installed, frequently for possible leaks. High concentrations of CO in your boat may originate

from an adjacent boat. Exhaust fumes from nearby boats may enter your boat through open hatches or

windows.

FAILURE TO PROPERLY VENTILATE THE BOAT WHILE THE ENGINES ARE RUNNING

MAY PERMIT CARBON MONOXIDE TO ACCUMULATE WITHIN THE CABIN. CARE MUST

BE TAKEN TO PROPERLY VENTILATE THE BOAT AND TO AVOID CARBON MONOXIDE

FROM ACCUMULATING IN THE BOAT WHENEVER AN ENGINE IS RUNNING.

Please read the book entitled, "Sportfish, Cruisers, Yachts - Owner's Manual" included with this manual and

the owner's manual supplied by the detector manufacturer for operation instructions and additional

information regarding the hazards and symptoms of carbon monoxide gas and carbon monoxide poisoning.

If you did not receive these manuals, please contact the Pursuit Customer Relations Department.

Many manufacturers of carbon monoxide detectors offer a testing and recertification program. We

recommend that you contact the manufacturer of your carbon monoxide detector and have it tested and

recertified periodically.

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