The Lp Fuel System; Lp Container - Jayco ESCAPADE 2004 Owner's Manual

THE LP FUEL SYSTEM

It is because of the LP gas system that your RV has the convenience of a refrigerator, stove,
water-heater, and furnace. This system has containers that contain the fuel and also regulators to
control the pressure of the fuel and supplies the gas vapor to the various appliances. When
correctly used, the LP system is very effective and will ensure the comfort and added convenience
for your vehicle. This system is also potentially very dangerous and should be used with care.
Liquefied petroleum (LP) is a product that is refined from crude oil through natural gases. Propane
is a colorless and odorless gas that in the liquefied state resembles water. An odorant is added as a
warning agent. This is usually a sulfur compound which gives the gas the rotten egg, stinky, skunk
oil odor. It is extremely important to become familiar with the odor associated with LP gas.
LP fuel is stored in a pressurized canister in a liquid state. As the fuel is released from the canister,
it becomes vapor that is needed for the operation of the appliances. In the liquid state, propane
should not run through the appliances. A liquid fuel will damage the o-rings in the valves and also
leave a sticky, oily residue causing poor or no operation in the regulator.

LP Container

Under the floor of the motorhome is an A.S.M.E. (Fig. 4-27), a permanently mounted container for
LP fuel. Because the container is not removable, the motorhome will need to be driven to an LP fill
station. When filling your LP container ensure that the technician knows and understands safety
and correct procedures. NEVER allow the container to be overfilled.
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Fig. 4-27
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