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1. PROPANE SYSTEM
Your system to feed propane fuel thru your piping system needs
to be inspected for leakage at least once per year, preferably in the
spring before you begin your camping season.
The best method to test the system is to use a manometer, an
instrument used to measure the operating pressure at 11” of w.c., as
well as leak testing.
You may also use soapy water that does not contain chlorine or
ammonia, applied on the brass fittings looking for bubbles indicating
leakage. If LEAK IS FOUND, repairs must be made before using
your coach for safety reasons.
This system includes all copper lines, brass fittings to each ap-
pliance, hoses, regulator, and steel manifold lines with attached
brass fittings.
As a manufacturer we suggest you have your selling dealer’s
service center perform this test unless you have the proper equip-
ment and full understanding of how to perform this test. You may
also wish to use a local reputable RV service center to perform this
function.
Tests and inspections to be performed:
1.Propane regulators MUST have vent installed down at 6:00
o’clock position and regulator MUST be able to breath.
2.Pressure needs to be set at 11”wc (water column). A manome-
ter or u-tube MUST be used to perform this test and adjustment.
3. Should flame on your stove flutter, goes high and drops
down ,your regulator may have contamination inside, caused by fuel
sediments. Replacement is your only solution.
4.If pressure is to high , it affects performance, efficiency and
safety. If setting is too low your appliances will not operate cor-
rectly,. Adjustment is needed same as in # 2.
Proper equipment and knowledge is of up most importance to per-
form these tests.
Chapter III—Systems
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