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Propane Gas System
Propane gas operates your range, oven, furnace, and
water heater, and as an alternate energy source for some
refrigerators. With proper handling precautions, propane
gas is safe and provides modern conveniences. It is stored
as a liquid under pressure and vaporizes under the control
of a pressure regulator.
PROPANE GAS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Historically, propane gas is a safe and reliable fuel. As
with any other volatile and ammable material, common
sense dictates that propane gas be handled and used with
respect and caution. If the system is maintained regularly,
you can expect almost trouble-free operation.
WARNING:
Propane gas is flammable and
potentially explosive.
Use proper handling,
lighting and ventilation procedures.
The distinctive odor of propane gas indicates a leak.
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IF YOU SMELL GAS:
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Extinguish all open ames, pilot lights and all
smoking materials.
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Do not touch electrical switches.
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Shut off the gas supply at the tank valve(s) or
gas supply connection.
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Open all doors, windows and vents.
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Leave the area until the odor clears.
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Have the gas system checked and the cause of
the leak corrected before using the system again.
Inspect the entire propane gas system for leaks or
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damaged parts before each trip.
Always be careful when drilling holes or fastening
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objects to the trailer. The gas supply lines could be
punctured by a nail or screw.
Do not restrict access to propane tanks. The tank
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service valve must be accessible in an emergency.
Do not carry or store lled or empty propane gas
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containers inside a trailer.
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Propane gas containers are equipped with
a safety device that relieves excessive pressure
by discharging gas to the atmosphere.
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Leaks can occur at valves and ttings.
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Always store propane tanks with the valves
closed.
Do not use any propane gas tanks other than those
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furnished with the trailer without being sure that all
connecting components are compatible.
WARNING:
7.
Turn off propane gas main valve
and individually turn off all gas appliances
or disconnect electric automatic ignition
appliances before entering a propane gas bulk
plant or motor fuel service station.
WARNING:
8.
Do not ll propane gas containers
to more than 80% capacity. Over lling can
result in uncontrolled gas ow which can
cause fire or explosion. A properly filled
container holds about 80% of its volume as
liquid.
Never check for leaks with an open ame. Use an
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approved leak detection solution or a non-ammoniated,
non-chlorinated soap solution only. If the leak cannot
be located, take the unit to an propane gas service
representative.
Propane gas regulators must always be installed with
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the diaphragm vent facing downward. Make sure that
the regulator vent faces downward and that the cover
is kept in place to minimize vent blockage, which
could result in excessive gas pressure causing re or
explosion.
Do not use a wrench or pliers to close the service valve.
11.
This valve is designed to be closed, leak-tight by hand.
If a tool is required to stop a leak, the valve needs repair
or replacement. Contact your dealer.
Use a proper wrench to tighten the tting. Don’t force,
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jam or cross-thread the tting. Always check this
tting for leaks after tightening.
Be sure the tanks are securely fastened in their rack
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whenever they are mounted on the trailer.
If you do not have the special tools and training
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necessary, do not attempt to repair propane gas system
components.
WARNING
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: Screened enclosures or enclosed
porches attached to the side of trailers, which
have appliance PROPANE gas vents, present
a threat of CARBON MONOXIDE poisoning
unless properly vented by opening windows
or venting in the enclosure.
ALWAYS THINK SAFETY
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FILLING PROPANE GAS TANKS
WARNING:
Turn off all pilot lights and appliances
individually before fueling fuel tanks and/or
permanently mounted propane gas containers.
When not individually turned off, automatic
ignition appliances may continue to spark when
propane gas is turned off at the container.
Propane gas tanks must be removed from the trailer and
taken to an propane gas supplier or a service station, which
sells propane gas to be lled.
