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PROPANE SYSTEM (If equipped)
Propane is available from an approved storage
container to operate your range, oven, furnace
and water heater, and as an alternate energy
source for some refrigerators. With proper
handling precautions, propane is safe and
provides modern conveniences wherever you
travel. propane is stored as a liquid under
pressure and vaporizes under the control of a
pressure regulator .
A typical propane tank installation is illustrated
below. Although specific details of the system
may differ in your motor home, the major
components and their relationships will be
similar to those shown.
PROPANE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Propane is a safe and reliable fuel. As with any
other volatile and flammable material, common
sense dictates that propane be handled and used
with respect and caution. Because propane
systems are so reliable, they are often taken for
granted. Neglect can be a very dangerous habit.
If the system is maintained regularly, you can
expect almost trouble free operation .
The first time you have your propane tank
filled, have the service attendant bleed a little
Propane out of the small outage valve (this also
lets you check that the bottle is not overfilled)
and note the odor described as garlic/rotten egg
like for future reference. A small number of
people cannot smell this odor; if you are one of
these you must take extra care whenever you
use your motor home.
Keep the tank valve closed and turn off all
appliances if the unit is not being used.
WARNING
Propane is flammable and potentially explosive. Use
proper handling, lighting and ventilating procedures.
WARNING
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 ventilation openings.
5. Leave the area until the 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.
1. Never check for leaks with an open flame. Use
an approved leak detection solution or a non-
ammoniated, non-chlorinated soap solution only.
2. Always be careful when drilling holes or fastening
objects to the motor home. The Propane supply
lines could be punctured by a nail or screw.
3. Do not restrict access to Propane containers.
In an emergency, the container service valve must
be easily identified and accessible. The container
compartment door must always be unlocked, and
the Propane label should be visible.
4. Do not carry or store filled or empty Propane
containers, including accessories such as Propane
barbecues, in your motor home. Propane containers
are equipped with a safety device that relieves
excessive pressure by discharging Propane into
the atmosphere. Always store Propane containers
outside with the valves closed and plugged.
5. Do not use any Propane container other than the
one furnished with your motor home without being
sure that all connecting components are compatible.
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Propane tank
Main shut-off valve
Regulator assembly
Blow off
Fill connection
Propane hose
Tank level sensor
Tank Features:
Typical LP Tank