Silverton 38SB, Owner'S Manual

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SYSTEM OPERATIONS-69
LPG SYSTEM (OPTIONAL)
You may have purchased as an option
with your
38SB an optional LPG Cooking
System. This system is manufactured by
Seaward Products. The purpose of this
option is to give an alternative to electric
cooking in your boat.
Open fl ame appliances consume oxy-
gen. This can cause asphyxiation or
death. Maintain open ventilation. Do
not use this appliance for comfort heat-
ing.
It is recommended that every time the
LPG tank valve is opened for use, the op-
erator close the valve and watch that the
gauge needle remain constant. If leaks
occur, repair the leak. If the leak cannot
be repaired, DO NOT operate the appli-
ance.
Regular cleaning with a soft cloth and
warm detergent solution is generally
enough to keep your cooktop clean and
beautiful. This is done when the cooktop
is cool. Use a dry cloth or paper towel to
clean splatters and spills when surfaces
are warm.
Due to the nature of LPG gas it is neces-
sary to discuss safety items associated
with the operation this system.
1) This system is designed for use with
Lique
fi ed Petroleum Gas (LPG) only. Do
not connect Compressed Natural Gas
(CNG) to this system.
2) Keep cylinder valves and solenoid
valves closed when boat is unattended.
Close them immediately in any emer-
gency. When on board, cylinder valves
and solenoid valves shall be closed when
appliances are not in use. Keep empty
cylinder valves closed tightly. Keep pro-
tective covers caps or plugs in place.
3) Close appliance valves before opening
cylinder valves.
4) Test for system leakage each time the
cylinder supply valve is opened for ap-
pliance use. Close all appliance valves.
Open then close cylinder supply valve.
Observe pressure gauge at the regulating
device and see that it remains constant
for not less than three minutes before any
appliance is used. If any leakage is evi-
denced by a pressure drop, check system
with a leak detection
fl uid or detergent
solution which does not contain ammonia
and repair before operating system.
NOTE: Ammonia, which is present in
some soaps and detergents, attacks brass
fi ttings. Undetectable at fi rst, in a matter of
months, these fi ttings may develop cracks
and leaks.
NEVER USE FLAME TO CHECK FOR
LEAKS!
5) Do not obstruct quick access to LPG
system components in any way.
6) Do not use LPG cylinder housing for
storage of any other equipment.