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Chapter 8
Diesel Generator-Checking Exhaust System
Periodically inspect the exhaust system for cracks, leaks,
and corrosion.
1. Check all hoses for rigidity, cracks, leaks, or dents.
Replace as needed.
2. Check muffler for cracks, leaks, or weak walls.
3. Check for loose, corroded, or missing hose clamps.
4. Check the exhaust system for any obstructions including
the generator hull exhaust. Make sure there are no insect
nests at the outlet. Check for carbon or soot deposits which
are indicators of exhaust leaks.
5. Make sure that all carbon monoxide detectors are
working.
CARBON MONOXIDE IS A TASTELESS,
ODORLESS AND INVISIBLE GAS
THAT CAN CAUSE DISCOMFORT,
SEVERE ILLNESS, AND EVEN DEATH.
EXERCISE CAUTION WHILE OPERATING
GENERATOR OR ENGINES
IN CONFINED SPACES
OR AT DOCKSIDE. DO NOT ALLOW
HULL EXHAUST OUTLETS
TO BECOME BLOCKED OR EXHAUST FUMES
TO BECOME TRAPPED
IN AND AROUND THE CONFINES
OF YOUR BOAT.
DURING IDLE & SLOW CRUISE CONDITIONS,
BILGE BLOWERS SHOULD BE USED.
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