2013 Chaparral SSX Owner’s Manual
Chaparral Boats, Inc.
Nashville, GA
chaparralboats.com
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DANGER: Engine exhaust from your boat while underway can
cause excessive accumulation of carbon monoxide within the
cabin and cockpit areas when using protective weather cover-
ings. Provide adequate ventilation when the canvas top, side
curtains, and/or back curtains are closed. (Figure 2.3)
Figure 2.3 Exhaust Accumulation While Canvas is in Place
Figure 2.4 Desired Ventilation Through the Boat
Ensure proper ventilation aboard your boat and be aware of the possibil-
ity of carbon monoxide poisoning (Figure 2.4). Keep your boat in safe
operating condition. Periodically inspect the hull, engine and engine com-
partment, and all other equipment.
See CO Detector Locations in Section 3 for the location of carbon mon-
oxide detectors in your boat, if equipped.
CHECKLISTS
Each Trip
• Make sure all exhaust clamps are in place and secure.
• Look for exhaust leaking from the exhaust system components evi-
denced by rust and/or black streaking, water leaks, or corroded or
cracked fi ttings.
• Inspect rubber exhaust hoses for burned or cracked sections. All rubber
hoses should be pliable and free of kinks.
• Confi rm that water fl ows from the exhaust outlet when the engines and
generator are started.
• Listen for any change in exhaust sound which could indicate a failure of
an exhaust component.
• Test the operation of each carbon monoxide detector by pressing the
test button.
Note: Do not operate the vessel if any of these problems exist.
At Least Annually
(performed by a qualifi ed marine technician)
• Replace exhaust hoses if any evidence of cracking, charring or deterio-
ration is found.
• Replace each water pump impeller and inspect the condition of the
water pump housing. Replace if worn. (Refer to the engine manual for
further information.)
• Inspect each of the metallic exhaust components for cracking, rusting,
leaking or looseness. Pay particular attention to the cylinder head, ex-
haust manifold, water injections elbow, and the threaded adapter nipple
between the manifold and the elbow.
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