Owner`s manual

Ventilation System
6-1
Section 6
OS 255
Ventilation System
6.1 Cabin Ventilation
A deck hatch and opening port windows pro-
vide ventilation to the cabin area.
Deck Hatch
A variable hatch adjuster supports the deck
hatch in the open position. To close the
hatch, loosen the hatch adjuster and lower
the hatch. Secure in the closed position with
the two cam levers on the inside of the
hatch.
Port Lights
Adjustable dogs secure the port lights.
Adjust the dogs so they are tight enough to
seal the windows in the closed position, but
not so tight that they are difficult to latch.
Adjust the dogs by turning the screw. The
screw increases or decreases the pressure
on each dog. Remove the screen prior to
closing the port light to ensure a water resis-
tant seal.
6.2 Carbon Monoxide and
Proper Ventilation
The Safety chapter in this manual contains
important information on carbon monoxide
and the carbon monoxide detector. Read the
section entitled "Carbon Monoxide" in the
Safety chapter of this Owner's Manual.
6.3 Windshield Ventilation
The windshield is equipped with an opening
vent panel on each side. To open the vent,
release the locking T-handle and rotate it
outboard until it locks in place. To prevent
vent glass damage, do not leave the T-han-
dle in the unlocked position.
6.4 Bilge Compartment
Ventilation
Four vents provide airflow into the bilge
compartment, located on either side of the
cockpit, under the gunwale boards. This pro-
vides adequate air movement in the bilge
compartment.
6.5 Maintenance
• Periodically lubricate all hinges and latch
assemblies with a light oil.
• Periodically clean and coat gasket mate-
rials with silicone to help keep them pli-
able.
• The opening cabin deck hatches and
port windows are made of acrylic plastic.
Acrylic plastic scratches easily. Never
use a dry cloth or glass cleaning solu-
tions on acrylic plastic. Use a soft cloth
and mild soap and water for routine
cleaning. Solvents and products contain-
ing ammonia can permanently damage
acrylic plastic. Please refer to the Rou-
tine Maintenance chapter for more infor-
mation on the proper maintenance of
acrylic plastic.
• Many manufacturers of carbon monox-
ide detectors offer a testing and recertifi-
cation program. We recommend that you
contact the manufacturer of your carbon
monoxide detector and have it tested
and recertified periodically.