Owner`s manual

3100 OFFSHORE
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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 ACCUMU-
LATING 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.
11.6 First Aid
It is the operator's responsibility to be familiar with the proper first-aid
procedures and be able to care for minor injuries or illnesses of your
passengers. In an emergency, you could be far from professional medical
assistance. We strongly recommend that you be prepared by receiving
training in basic first aid and CPR. This can be done through classes given
by the Red Cross or your local hospital.
Your boat also should be equipped with at least a simple marine first-aid
kit and a first-aid manual. The marine first-aid kit should be designed
for the marine environment and be well supplied. It should be accessible
and each person on board should be aware of its location. As supplies
are used, replace them promptly. Some common drugs and antiseptics
may lose their strength or become unstable as they age. Ask a medical professional about the supplies you
should carry and the safe shelf life of prescription drugs or other medical supplies that may be in your first-
aid kit. Replace questionably old supplies whether they have been used or not.
In many emergency situations, the Coast Guard can provide assistance in obtaining medical advice for
treatment of serious injuries or illness. If you are within VHF range of a Coast Guard Station, make the initial
contact on channel 16 and follow their instructions.