Regency ULTRA, Owner'S Manual

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LIQUID PROPANE GAS SYSTEM REGENCY ULTRA MOTORHOME
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After refilling the LP gas tanks
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Periodically check all container and line
connections to be sure they are tight. Use
soapy water when testing for leaks
– DO NOT
use an open flame.
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If you notice diesel or LP gas fumes at any
time, immediately determine and correct the
source of the problem.
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Before opening the LP gas control valve in the
exterior utility center, check that controls for
all gas appliances are in the “OFF” position.
An accumulation of LP gas inside the
motorhome could create a fire or explosion
hazard.
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Remember, LP gas is potentially lethal if
inhaled.
Air in the LP Gas Tank
If your LP gas appliances burn poorly or do not stay
lit even though there is a sufficient fuel supply, there
may be air trapped in the LP gas tank.
The air should eventually escape along with the LP
gas, but it may be necessary to have your LP gas tank
purged of air by your LP gas dealer.
LP Gas Tank Regulator
The LP gas tank regulator has a plastic cover to
protect it from the weather. Only qualified service
personnel are permitted to remove this cover.
The pressure regulator has a vent hole on the
underside. Make sure this vent hole is open and not
obstructed in any way.
An LP gas regulator may freeze in extremely cold
temperatures. This may result from a small amount
of moisture in the fuel, even though LP gas dealers
take precautions to prevent this from happening.
Keep the LP gas control valve closed when not in use,
even when the LP gas tank is empty. This helps to
prevent condensation from forming and helps to
prevent freezing. If necessary, hold a light bulb near
the regulator to thaw it.
If moisture in the LP gas tank is a recurring problem,
ask your LP gas dealer to inject a small amount of dry
methyl alcohol into the tank to absorb the moisture.
LP gas vaporizes quickly and easily in warmer
temperatures. In colder conditions, this vaporization
process significantly slows down. When large
amounts of fuel are required, when using the
furnace for example, the fuel may not vaporize
rapidly enough to keep all the appliances operating
at a high level. In this case, you may have to reduce
the consumption of fuel by lowering the
temperature setting on the furnace, reducing the
consumption of hot water, turning down the
temperature setting on your refrigerator, or
switching from LP gas to electric power if possible.
The LP gas regulator pressure is preset. Do NOT
attempt to adjust it. Adjustments must only be
performed by an authorized service outlet. Do NOT
expose the regulator to the elements.
If the LP gas regulator fails, the LP gas tank may be
overfilled or impurities may mix with the propane.
Regulator failure could cause LP gas components to
malfunction.
NOTICE
In some jurisdictions it is illegal to transport LP
gas on certain roads or through tunnels.
Check state or provincial regulations to make
sure your trip will not be halted or impeded
unexpectedly as a result of transporting LP gas.