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JAYCO TOWABLE SECTION 7 – FUEL & PROPANE SYSTEMS
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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.
Have the LP system checked for leakage each time a cylinder is refilled or after any part of
the propane system has been disconnected.
Hoses, Pipes, Tubes & Fittings
The hoses, pipes, tubes and fittings used in your propane system are designed to withstand
pressures exceeding those of the propane system. However, because environment and time
can both contribute to the deterioration of these components, they must be inspected for
wear at regular intervals.
Be sure to inspect the hose before each season and when having the tank refilled. Look for
signs of deterioration such as cracks or loss of flexibility. When replacing the hose or other
propane components, make sure to always replace them with components of the same type
and rating (check with your dealer).
Fittings are used to connect the various system components to each other. The P.O.L.
fitting at the end of the propane supply hose is made of brass so that pipe sealants are not
necessary to prevent leaking.
It also has a left-handed thread, which means that it is turned clockwise to remove, and
counter-clockwise to tighten. The P.O.L. fitting has been designed to help restrict the flow
of LP gas in the event of a regulator failure or hose malfunction.
P
ROPANE
R
EGULATOR
WARNING
Propane regulators must always be installed with the regulator vent facing downward.
Regulators that are not located in baggage compartments have been equipped with a
protective cover. Make sure the regulator vent faces downward and (if applicable) the
cover is in place to minimize vent blockage that could result in excessive gas pressure
causing fire or explosion.
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