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LP GAS CONSUMPTION
Most gas appliances are operated intermittently. Unless there is heavy use of hot water, the
water heater consumption is minimal. During freezing weather and high wind conditions,
furnace consumption can be extremely high.
LP gas consumption depends upon the length of time appliances are operated. Each gallon
(3.86 liters) of LP gas produces about 91,500 BTUs (46,514 kilojoules) of heat energy.
Following is a list of typical RV appliance consumption when turned on fully for one hour
of operation:
Appliance
Average BTU
Consumption Per Hour
Kilojoules/Hour
Water Heater
12,000
12,660
Refrigerator
1500
1585
Furnace
16,000 - 35,000
16,880 - 36,930
Range w/Oven
29,100
30,700
Slide-in Cooktop - 3 burner
22,000
23,200
.
NOTE: This chart is an example of a typical system and may not represent the
exact system in your particular unit.
LP Detector
All recreation vehicles with an LP gas system require a
LP gas leak detection device (Fig. 22) for safety
protection. A converter or auxiliary battery is required to
supply 12-volt DC energy to operate the leak detector.
Carefully read, understand and follow the information
supplied by the LP detector manufacturer which is
supplied with your trailer.
Consult with your
independent, authorized dealer and/or visit the manufacturer’s website at
www.safe-t-alert.com
if you have any questions on the operation or maintenance of this
detector.
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WARNING: For your safety, make sure that the LP gas detector is
properly maintained and functioning. The detector requires 12-volt DC
energy through the converter or from an auxiliary battery to operate.
Without a proper energy source, the detector will not work and you will
not be warned of leaking LP gas.
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Fig. 22
Summary of Contents for Conventional Travel Trailer 2004
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