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SECTION 5 -
PROPANE GAS
problem may be air in the propane gas cylinder.
Air in the cylinder mixes with the propane gas
vapors causing them to burn poorly. This
condition could linger for weeks if the air is not
purged from the cylinder. Most propane gas
dealers have equipment for purging air from
propane gas cylinders and will purge before
refilling the cylinder.
SAFE USE OF THE PROPANE
GAS SYSTEM
The propane system is designed and built with
strict adherence to national, state, and
recreational vehicle industry requirements for
mobile propane gas equipment.
For your safety, there are many safety devices
and backup systems installed, such as fill
overflow valves, an interior propane gas detector/
alarm, and an interior carbon monoxide (CO)
detector/alarm.
Propane gas also contains an odor additive
that you can smell if propane is present in the air.
Here are a few precautions to observe that will
help you to use the propane gas system safely:
•
Exercise caution at all times. Be familiar with
the distinctive odor of propane gas. If a leak is
suspected, turn off the supply valve
immediately. Have the propane gas system
checked by your dealer or other qualified
propane gas service center.
•
Do not tamper with the propane gas piping
system, pressure regulator, or gas appliances.
Service and maintenance of propane gas
system components should be performed only
by your dealer or a qualified propane gas
service center.
•
Never attempt to connect natural gas to the
propane gas system.
•
Have the entire propane gas system inspected
for possible leaks and missing or damaged
parts at each filling. Also inspect before and
after each trip, and any time trouble is
suspected.
•
Turn the propane supply valve off when not
using the propane gas system.
•
Never use a wrench to tighten the supply
valve. It is designed to close leak-tight by
hand. If a wrench is required to completely
close the valve, it is defective and must be
replaced.
•
Be sure appliance and outside vents are open
and free from obstruction when using the
propane gas system.
•
Never attach a lock or any device requiring a
key to the propane compartment door.
According to standards set for recreation
vehicles, the propane supply valve must be
readily accessible in an emergency.
•
Exercise caution when drilling holes or
attaching objects to the walls. Gas lines and
electrical wiring could be seriously damaged
and present an extreme safety hazard.
PROPANE GAS WARNINGS
AND PRECAUTIONS
It is illegal for vehicles equipped with propane
container to travel on certain roadways or
through certain tunnels in the U.S. To avoid
inconvenience, check state regulations
concerning flammable gas transportation.
Propane Gas Leaks
The following label is located in the vehicle
near the range area. If you smell gas within the
vehicle, quickly and carefully perform the
procedures listed.
