VANLEIGH PINECREST, Руководство пользователя

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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
cooking appliance(s) will help you avoid the danger of asphyxiation.
For additional safety instructions, See Page 109, Appliances.
T R AV E L I N G W I T H P R O PA N E
BEFORE towing your RV, confirm that the propane containers are properly fastened in place. Turn OFF the gas at the
LP bottle. This disables all gas appliances and pilot lights.
DO NOT operate the propane system when the RV is in motion. Some states prohibit propane appliances to be op-
erated during travel (especially in underground tunnels). Make sure to know the laws for the areas where you travel.
U S I N G T H E P R O PA N E S Y S T E M
After the RV is completely set up and you are prepared for camping enjoyment, use the following steps for
propane operation:
1. Close ALL burner valves, controls and pilot light valves.
2. Open the main valve in the propane container slowly to avoid a fast rush of propane vapor through the excess
flow valve causing propane “freeze-up.” Should you experience propane “freeze-up,” close the main valve and
wait 15 minutes before trying again.
3. Listen carefully as propane begins to flow. If a hissing noise is heard for more than one or two seconds, close the
main valve and contact your dealer to have the propane system tested.
4. Light the appliances as directed in the appropriate manufacturer manual from your Owner Information Package.
BEFORE using the propane system, make sure that you read and understand ALL instructions and safety require-
ments.
The Owner Information Package contains operator manuals for the various appliances hooked to your pro-
pane system.
If you have additional questions or concerns, Consult with your dealer and/or the specific manufacturer.
C A L C U L AT I N G P R O PA N E U S E
Your PineCrest FW's furnace, refrigerator, water heater and range (if applicable) all may use propane to operate. Use
the BTU rating of each appliance to determine how long your propane supply will last. Propane consumption de-
pends on their individual use and the length of time operated.
Most RV gas appliances are operated intermittently. Unless there is heavy use of hot water, the water heater con-
sumption of propane is minimal. During cool temperature or high wind conditions, furnace consumption can be
extremely high.
To calculate your propane supply, take the BTU ratings for your propane appliances and divide that into the BTU
availability. Each gallon of propane (3.86 liters) produces about 91,500 BTUs (46,514 kilojoules) of heat energy.
P R O PA N E S Y S T E M