Specifications
ENGINES
& DRIVE
SYSTEMS
B-1
GENERAL
Carver Boat Corporation does not manufacture en-
gines, stern drives or v-drives. These components are
built by manufacturers that are specialists in this field.
Because
of
the technica I nature of the engine and drive
systems, all manufacturers
of
these items require that
warranty and service problems be taken directly to
them for resolution. The Service Department of Carver
Boat Corporation stands ready to assist boat owners
when communicating with the manufacturers of en-
gines and drive systems. Prior to contacting the Carver
Service Department, thoroughly review any problem
with your Carver dealer.
In
compliance with the Federal Safe Boating Act
of
1971, all engine manufacturers require their products to
be registered. A registration card
is
furnished with each
new engine. When selling a Carver boat, the dealer,
along with the purchaser, should complete the informa-
tion requested on these cards and return them to the
respective engine manufacturer. (Engine registration
cards can be found in this manual).
Most manufacturers
of
the various marine power
components used
in
these boats provides an owners
manual with the product. These publications are in-
cluded with this manual. Read the manual(s) carefully
and become completely familiar with the proper care
and operation of the engine and drive system.
B-2
ENGINE EXHAUST
Do Not inhale exhaust fumes! Exhaust contains carbon
monoxide which is colorless and odorless. Carbon
monoxi(:le
is
a dangerous gas that is potentially lethal.
The
following
suggestions
can
help
prevent
ex-
haust
fumes
from
entering
your
boat:
1.
Do Not allow the boat to remain stationary with the
engines operating for an extended period of time.
2.
Use extreme caution while operating the engines
in
confined areas such as enclosed slips, congested
piers, or
in
any area where the exhau!)t outlets are
facing
or
near a bulkhead or wall structure
of
any kind.
Operation under such conditions could easily lead to
exhaust gasses (carbon monoxide) entering the boat.
even though you may have all the hatches, windows,
doors and portholes closed.
3.
Neveroperatethegeneratorwhiletheboat
is
moored
against any other boat, dock
or
wall structure that
is
against
or
near,the exhaust outlet. Again, operation
under such conditions could easily lead to exhaust
gasses (carbon monoxide) entering the boat orthe boat
to which you are moored, even though you may have all
the hatches, windows, doors, and portholes closed,
4.
Persons sleeping can be easily overcome by carbon
monoxide because they are unaware of its presence.
Sleeping while the engines or generator are running
is
llQ1
recommended. If persons are sleeping aboard while
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