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Gas & Water Systems
Truma Rapid Ho
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Water System
Operating Instructions
General Safety
*Read the included Truma operation manual supplied with you trailer.
The use of upright gas cylinders from which gas is taken in the gas phase is mandatory for the operation of gas
regulators, gas equipment and gas systems. Gas cylinders from which gas is taken in the liquid phase
(e.g. for forklifts) must not be used, since they would result in damage to the gas system. In the event of leaks in the
gas system or if there is a smell of gas:
• extinguish all naked flames
• do not smoke
• switch off all appliances
• shut off the gas cylinder
• open the windows and doors
• do not actuate any electrical switches
• have the entire system checked by an expert!
Repairs may only be carried out by an expert.
This device may be used by children aged 8 years or above and by persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental
capabilities or lack of experience and / or knowledge, only if they are supervised or have been given instruction with
regard to the safe use of the device and have understood the potential risks. Children must not use the device
as a toy.
• To avoid the risk of accidental resetting of the over-temperature guard, the device may not be supplied with
power via an external contactor, such as a timer, nor may it be connected to a power circuit that is regularly
switched on or off via a device.
• Water may drip from the discharge pipe of the P&T safety valve and this pipe must be left open to the
atmosphere.
• The P&T safety valve is to be operated regularly to remove lime deposits and to ensure that it is not blocked.
• Any discharge pipe connected to the P&T safety valve is to be installed in a continuously downward direction
and in a frost free ambient.
• Always remove the cowl cover prior to operating the water heater.
• Do not place articles on or against this appliance.
• Do not use or store flammable materials near this appliance.
• Do not spray aerosols in the vicinity of this appliance while it is in operation.
• Do not modify this appliance.
• Any modifications to the unit, including accessories and cowl, or the use of spare parts and accessories that are
important to the operation of the system that are not original Truma parts and failure to follow the installation
and operating instructions will void the warranty and release Truma from any liability claims. It also becomes
Failure to operate the P&T safety valve (Fig. 1 - 4) at least once every
six months may result in the water heater splitting. Continuous leakage
of water from the valve may indicate a problem with the water heater!
DANGER