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CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTOR (Option)
Fifth-Wheel Travel Trailers Only
If your towable RV has a generator or generator prep, a carbon monoxide detector will be
installed on your unit.
Carbon monoxide (CO) is an odorless, colorless, tasteless gas that is extremely dangerous
to humans and animals. The following symptoms are indicative of individuals exposed to
carbon monoxide:
Mild Exposure: Slight headache, nausea, vomiting, fatigue
Medium Exposure: Severe headache, drowsiness, confusion, fast heart rate
Extreme Exposure: Unconsciousness, convulsions, cardiorespiratory failure, death
A UL listed carbon monoxide detector has been installed in your camper. It is designed
to detect toxic CO fumes. It is not a substitute for other combustible gas, fire or smoke
alarms.
Procedures to Take During an Alarm
WARNING: The activation of the CO detector is a warning that indicates
the presence of carbon monoxide!
WARNING: Do not disconnect the CO detector to silence the alarm. The
detector is designed to sense when the level of CO in the air falls below the
danger level. All individuals should remain outside the unit until the alarm is
silent.
• If someone is suffering from an upset stomach, headache or other symptom, immediately
move to a location that has fresh air. Ensure that everyone is accounted for, including
pets. Call the Fire Department. Do not reenter the unit until the source of carbon mon-
oxide has been located and repaired by a qualified technician.
WARNING: Low levels of CO have been linked to brain and vital organ
damage to unborn infants with no effect on the mother. Pregnant women
should leave the unit immediately if an alarm is sounded and not return until
the unit has been repaired and aired out thoroughly.
• If no one exhibits the symptoms associated with carbon monoxide:
1. Push reset button.
2. Turn off all sources of combustion including water heater, furnace, stove, oven, and
automobile.
3. Open windows and doors and move to a location that has fresh air.
4. Call a qualified technician and have the problem corrected before restarting appli-
ances and/or vehicles.
Maintenance/Testing
See “Maintenance and Testing” instructions in Chapter 7. Additional information is
supplied in the manual published by the manufacturer of the equipment.
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