VANLEIGH PINECREST, Owner'S Manual

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P I N E C R E S T O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L
P R O PA N E G A S
The propane system includes the propane cylinders, propane regulator, hoses, piping and copper tubing lines to
each gas appliance. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for each propane appliance and all safety precautions.
In your RV, propane or LP (liquefied petroleum) gas is used for cooking, heating and hot water. Propane is also used
for refrigeration. Propane is a colorless and odorless gas that is stored under pressure in its liquid state. As a warning
agent the odorant Mercaptan is added. Many people describe this odor as similar to rotten eggs.
When a propane cylinder is low, there may be a different odor (like onions or garlic) that can be mistaken for a pro-
pane gas leak. This odor will usually disappear when the cylinders are filled. If not, turn off the valve(s) and have the
propane system inspected by your dealer or qualified propane service representative.
Maintenance
Although both Vanleigh RV and your selling dealer carefully test the propane system for leaks, travel vibrations can
loosen fittings. Have the RV's propane system checked at all connections soon after your purchase. System should
also be checked when the propane tanks are filled for the first time, and again after 5,000 miles of travel.
Continue propane system checks by a qualified propane service representative (at least once a year) as part of your
normal maintenance.
P R O P A N E S Y S T E M
P R O PA N E G A S C Y L I N D E R S
Propane gas, while under pressure in the cylinder, is compressed into its liquid form. As the fuel is released from the
cylinder, it changes from liquid to gas, and is used to operate the appliances. Propane will not run through the appli-
ances in the liquid state. Propane expands 1½ percent for every ten degrees of increase in temperature.
• IMPORTANT: Sufficient space MUST be left inside the container to allow for natural expansion of gas during
warmer weather.
Propane cylinders (also referred to as LP bottles) are used for the storage and delivery of propane gas. Propane cylin-
ders are filled by weight, expressed in pounds. For filling, a qualified propane facility is required, and cylinders must
be removed from the RV.
P R O PA N E S Y S T E M
IF YOU SMELL PROPANE
1. Extinguish any open flames, pilot lights and all smoking materials.
2. Do not touch electrical switches.
3. Shut off the propane supply at the container valve(s) or propane supply connection.
4. Open doors and other ventilating openings.
5. Leave the area until odor clears.
6. Have the propane system checked and leakage source corrected before using again.
FAILURE TO COMPLY COULD RESULT IN EXPLOSION RESULTING IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY