JETSURF RACE DFI - CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARDS

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SAFETY MATTERSSAFETY MATTERS
DEFINITION
“Power board” or “motorized surfboard,” interchangeable terms in this Owner’s Manual, mean a ves-
sel that uses an inboard petrol-and-oil-powered engine, providing power to a water-jet pump as its
primary source of propulsion power. It is designed to be operated by a person (“rider” or “operator”)
sitting, standing or kneeling on the vessel. Direction of JetSurf™ is controlled by rider leaning to one
side or another, speed is controlled by throttle trigger located on the handle.
GENERAL COMMON SENSE
It is the responsibility of the owner and/or operator to comply with safe-
ty-related material provided in this Owner’s Manual and to regularly re-
view safety information provided by governmental agencies and local ju-
risdictions. Common sense should guide owners/operators at all times,
regardless of whether the engine is running or not. Failure to do so will
result in serious injury or death.
Riders are reminded that general common sense should be the rule for any and all outings. While
some objects appear above water and are easily avoidable, it may be necessary to pay special atten-
tion to underwater objects as well.
In using the power board, some common sense considerations are for safety of the rider and other
vessel riders, boaters and passengers, while common sense also is necessary to preserve the power
board in good shape.
JetSurf™ cannot anticipate every type of activity or negligent performance that could result in death/
injury or damage. The operator accepts responsibility for use of the power board in a safe and
sensible manner. Particular attention must be paid to surroundings at all times to avoid accidents.
Care must also be taken to avoid situations in which carbon monoxide fumes may become trapped
between objects or may be released out-of-the-water. Be certain to read the information regarding
carbon monoxide poisoning contained in this section of the Owner’s Manual.
With regard to damage to the power board, riders should avoid running it all the way to shore. Often,
beaches or shoreline are made up of rocks and/or sand that can scratch or dent the power board.
Such occurrences are not covered under the JetSurf™ Limited Warranty statement, which appears
later in this Owner’s Manual.
Familiarity with the nautical waters in which the power board will be operated is extremely important.
Currents, especially strong ones, can aect the performance of the power board and threaten the
safety of the operator. Pay attention to buoys and other markers also.
It is critical for all owners and operators to be prepared to maintain and operate the power board in
a responsible and common sense manner at all times.
All riders must use helmet, life vest and a safety leash at all times while operating JetSurf™ to prevent
any serious injury or death in the events of accident (you can nd more details in CLOTHING category).
CARBON MONOXIDE
Carbon monoxide (CO) is a gas and it can be extremely dicult to de-
tect, because it has no color, taste or odor and it can accumulate without
awareness. Exposure can be fatal in a matter of minutes. The eects of
CO are cumulative and repeated exposure to low amounts can have a
similar eect to a single high concentration exposure. Carbon monoxide
should be avoided, while any exposure should be treated immediately.
The exhaust on the power board is purposely located at the stern (rear) of the board. While emis-
sions from the engine are relatively low due to its purpose-built design which ventilates into the water
under normal operation, there are still some CO fumes as a natural by-product of a combustion
engine. Therefore, riders must operate the power board as designed. No one should ever be towed
behind the power board while it is in operation. The engine should not be operated when the power
board is out of the water (this can cause damage to the engine from over-heating also).
CO enters through the lungs and blocks oxygen. Milder symptoms of poisoning include headache,
nausea, itching or irritated eyes and dizziness. Victims often become increasingly weak and disorient-
ed. These symptoms should not be confused with alcohol intoxication.
Individuals who suer from lung- or heart-related issues may be aected more quickly. Alcohol and
tobacco use also accelerate symptoms. For all riders, regardless of health or ingestion, note that
physical activity will also hasten CO absorption.
In the even that someone shows evidence of CO poisoning, immediately shut o motorized surf-
board or any other combustion-engine in the area. Provide fresh air, if possible, and move the victim
to an area away from the CO concentration. Provide rst aid and seek professional medical assis-
tance immediately.