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CHAPTER 5
APPLIANCES
KZRV places brand name, quality-built equipment, as guided by current
codes and standards, in all recreational vehicles. Some appliances are
built and equipped to operate on propane gas ONLY. DO NOT attempt to
operate on natural, butane or methane gas.
Each appliance has its own specific manual, written and published by its
manufacturer. These manuals supply additional information about the
appliances in your recreational vehicle.
The first four appliances in this chapter use propane for their main source
of fuel, some use 12-volt DC and 120-volt AC power as well. Chapter 4
has more information on propane and its use.
IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU, AS AN OWNER AND
OPERATOR, ARE FULLY AWARE WHAT THE SMELL OR ODOR OF
PROPANE IS, FOR YOUR PROTECTION.
The below “DANGER” information is placed in the manual and a sticker
is located inside of your coach.
FURNACE
The furnace in your recreational vehicle requires 12-volt DC power and
propane gas for correct operation. The furnace receives 12-volt DC power
from a fully charged battery and/or the converter in the coach. This power
MUST be present before propane can enter through the control to the
burner tube.
The combustion chamber is completely sealed to prevent any carbon
monoxide from entering into the coach. Oxygen is drawn into the chamber
through the upper vent and exhaust fumes are expelled through the lower
vent.
IF YOU SMELL PROPANE
1.
Extinguish any and ALL open flames.
2.
DO NOT touch any electric switches.
3.
Shut off propane supply at container valve.
4.
Open doors and windows for ventilation.
5.
Leave the area until odor clears.
6.
Evacuate ALL persons from the vehicle.
7.
Have system repaired before using coach again.
FAILURE TO COMPLY COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY,
EXPLOSION, OR DEATH.
