Section 7 - LP Gas Systems
Foretravel Owners Manual
Page 7-1
Rev. 09-02
LP GAS SYSTEMS
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ENERAL
As with other systems in your motorhome, all components have been test-
ed and approved for use in recreational vehicles by a nationally recognized test-
ing laboratory. When properly handled, LP gas will provide you with trouble-
free operation of your heat producing appliances.
LP gas (liquefied petroleum) is a material composed of the various hydro-
carbons - propane, propylene, butanes, butylenes, or a mixture of the above. LP
gas is compressed into liquid form for storage and transportation. It is also
known as "bottle gas." Propane gas will vaporize during extreme cold (above
44 degrees F below zero), while butane will not vaporize below 30 degrees F.
Most LP gas fueling stations sell only propane for recreational vehicle use.
LP gas in its vaporized form is colorless and carries an added garlic like
odor, making it easy to detect. Besides being flammable, it is potentially lethal
to inhale.
WARNING
THIS SYSTEM IS NOT DESIGNED FOR OPERATION ON
NATURAL GAS.
The LP gas tank mounted on your motorhome contains LP fuel in liquid
form under high pressure. As fuel is used, vapor (LP gas) passes from the top
of the tank through a regulator which reduces the pressure to about 6 1/2 ounces
per square inch. Vapor at the low pressure is then transferred through the gas
distribution lines for appliance use.
NOTE:
If any LP gas appliance fails to start, check to see that all gas valves
are on. If no results are seen, there may be air in the lines and must be
purged by repeating start procedures several times. Also, make sure the LP
leak detector is ON, if so equipped.
WARNING
NEVER ATTEMPT TO RESET THE GAS REGULATOR YOUR-
SELF. HAVE AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE AGENCY MAKE ANY
REGULATOR ADJUSTMENTS. EVEN A SMALL AMOUNT OF
PRESSURE OVER THE RECOMMENDED 6 1/2 OUNCES PER
SQUARE INCH CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO APPLIANCE REGU-
LATORS.
