Jayco Baja J/TRAX, Owner'S Manual

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cylinder cover may be used in lieu of single
covers.
4. Attach the second 24" hose to the tee
check on the regulator and the right
handed swivel nut to the cylinder valve.
Main Supply Hose – Low Pressure
Attach the main supply hose from the regulator
to the brass manifold fitting in the frame of the
trailer. The swivel brass nut on the main hose
will be your final attachment. Several things to
remember each time the propane container is
removed:
1. Check that ALL fittings are tight.
2. Check that ALL connections are tested
with leak solution. Consult with your RV
dealer or propane service personnel.
3. Open the main valve slowly to avoid a fast
rush of propane to excess flow valve
causing propane freeze up. If you
experience a propane “freeze-up,” close
the main valve and wait at least fifteen (15)
minutes before trying again. Refer to the
regulator OEM operator’s manual.
4. Listen carefully - a “hissing” sound longer
than one second may indicate a propane
leak. Close the valve and search for the
leak.
Replace all protective covers and caps on the
propane system after filling. Make sure the
valve is closed and the compartment door is
securely latched.
Propane container overfill
Never overfill your propane container above
the liquid capacity indicated on the container. If
a container is overfilled, liquid gas may flow
through the gas regulator, causing it to freeze
and/or introduce dangerous excessive gas
pressure into the lines. In addition, an
overfilled container placed in hot sunlight may
expel excessive gas through the relief valve
and be susceptible to ignition by any nearby
open flame or spark.
If you do overfill the propane container, contact
your RV dealer or a qualified propane
technician for assistance immediately. Do not
attempt to service a propane container overfill
yourself.
Maintenance
Propane gas is normally non-corrosive - you
need not worry about the inside of your
container. However, the outside should be
kept free from rust by a periodic coat of paint in
a light reflective color. Rust, scratches and/or
dents can affect the safety of the cylinder.
Inspect the cylinder at regular intervals. If there
is a problem, have it evaluated by a qualified
technician and discard it. DOT requires that a
visual inspection be made prior to each filling.
Any cylinder that has been exposed to fire,
leaks or seems damaged should not be
refilled. Do not attempt to repair any
containers, container valves, regulator or
appliances by yourself. Use only trained
certified propane gas service technicians to
perform repairs.
Propane cylinder recertification
If you have an older RV you should know that,
according to Federal law, DOT cylinders may
only be used for 12 years after their
manufacture date (The number of years for
certification may vary in your area). After that,
the cylinders must be “recertified” which
provides another five years of use. The
cylinders can be recertified every five years
thereafter. Federal DOT (Department of
Transportation) regulations require periodic
inspections and re-qualifications of the
propane cylinders. DO NOT USE damaged or
rusted containers.
Verify with your local propane dealer that all
required inspections and certifications have
been completed on the propane cylinder within
the correct time period before refilling the
cylinder.
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SECTION 4
PROPANE SYSTEM
3/8" MPT x 1/2" Female
Flare Swivel
Fig. 4.7 Main supply hose