DIPLOMAT 2004
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LP-GAS SYSTEM
Each gallon of LP-Gas produces 91,502 BTU’s of heat. One 27 gallon
tank produces two million BTU’s. Total consumption depends on the rate of
usage by each appliance and the operating time. The stove and heating
systems typically use the most gas. With sub-freezing temperatures and high
winds, consumption by the furnace can be very high. Check the tank level
often in cold weather.
Determine Fuel Consumption:
To determine approximately how many hours an LP-Gas appliance will
operate on one gallon of LP use the following formula:
• LP-Gas appliances are rated in Input BTU (British Thermal
Units). The rating is usually stamped or printed on tag affixed to
the appliance. For example: the Input rating of the appliance is
10,000 BTU's.
• One gallon of LP-Gas produces 91,502 BTU's.
• Divide the amount of BTU's of one gallon of LP-Gas (91,502) by
the rating on the appliance in this example 10,000. Net continu-
ous operation time for one gallon of LP-Gas for this appliance
would be approximately 9.2 hours.
The above formula can be useful when trying to determine
the approximate length of time a tank of LP-Gas will last.
Generally, LP-Gas appliances do not operate continuously. An
example would be the typical cycling of the furnace or water
heater.
Determining how long a tank of LP-Gas will last:
• Combine the BTU input totals of all appliances and the
approximate length of time these appliances operate per
day.
• Multiply the number of liquid gallons in the LP tank by
91,502.
• Divide the total of BTU's of the LP tank by the total
number of BTU's the appliances consume equals the
approximate number of hours of operation before refueling.
WARNING: LP-Gas is highly volatile and extremely explosive.
Never use matches or open flame to test for leaks. Use only
approved LP-Gas leak testing solution to test for leaks.
Unapproved solutions can damage copper tubing and brass fit-
tings. Never attempt to adjust LP-Gas regulators without the use
of proper equipment. Improper LP-Gas regulator adjustment will
affect the performance of LP-Gas operated appliances. Incorrect
flame or explosion can occur. Only qualified personnel should
perform any maintenance or repair to the LP-Gas system.
LP-GAS
CONSUMPTION
Typical Appliance BTU Ratings
Water Heater (Suburban)
10 gallon - 12,000 BTU
Furnace (Atwood)
40,000 BTU
Cooktop
9,000 BTU - Front
6,500 BTU - Rear
7,100 BTU - Oven
Refrigerator (Norcold)
2-door 1500 BTU
4-door 2200 BTU
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