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ENGINE EMISSIONS AND CARBON MONOXIDE SAFETY
CO Exposure
Limits
Methods to Reduce the Risks of CO
Poisoning
DANGER
All engines powered by by LPG (Liquid Propane Gas), including this engine,
Carbon Monoxide (CO). it is a FATAL POSION gas that is colorless, odorless, tasteless, and non-irritating. It is produced by incomplete combustion of carbonaceous material such as LPG.
Failure to provide for proper venting of CO produced during the operation of combustion powered engines may result in SERIOUS INJURY OR
DEATH to the operator and those in the contaminated area.
The effects of CO can experienced at different exposure levels, depending on the health of the individual. Conditions that affect the tolerance of the individual are smoking, age, temperature, humidity, and other conditions.
Symptoms include lightheadedness, confusion, headaches, vertigo, drowsiness, dizziness and nausea.
If the operator experiences any of these symptoms STOP USING THE
MACHINE IMMEDIATELY. Move to a well-ventilated area. If symptoms persist, get medical attention.
Prolonged or high exposure to CO may result in vomiting, confusion, and collapse in addition to loss of consciousness and muscle weakness; call
911 for emergency medical attention. If you have experienced these symptoms DO NOT operate the machine or any other propane machine until cleared by a doctor. Excessive exposure to CO may result in death.
All distributors, owners, and operators should be aware of the potential effects of CO and the methods used to prevent over-exposure.
Please refer to OSHA, WCB or local workplace industry guidelines for CO exposure limits.
Air Exchange and CO Diffusion
CO does not mix with air on its own. Air currents can “stir” the CO and dilute the concentration values by mixing it with the available air. Stirring can occur by walking around and with the use of fans and ventilation systems.
Application Considerations
Consider the operation you are performing and the size of the area to be worked. A low movement operation in a smaller area will increase the build-up of the CO, while a much quicker operation over the same area may not have the same potential for CO build-up.
Stirring or CO mixing MUST be forced by the use of fans in order to reduce the high concentration of CO when activity is concentrated to a smaller area while performing a low movement operation.
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
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