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disconnected and the strap loose, remove the tank by
lifting it out.
WARNING
AN EMPTY TANK WEIGHS APPROXIMATELY 20
POUNDS OR MORE: HANDLE IT CAREFULLY TO
AVOID DAMAGE OR INJURY.
To replace the LP gas tank, reverse the above procedure.
Be sure to use a counter·clockwise or reverse·thread mo-
tion to tighten the connector. Be sure that the male fit-
ting is properly aligned with the female receptacle to a-
void damaging the threads. Be sure that connections are
tight, but avoid excessive force.
FILLING THE CHASSIS·MOUNTED LP GAS TANK
If you have a chassis-mounted storage tank, drive the
vehicle to an LP gas supplier or one of the service sta-
tions which sell LP gas to have the tank filled. Look
under Gas, Liquified Petroleum, Bottled and Bulk, in
your classified directory or refer to the service directory
available at your dealer. For additional information, re-
fer to instructions for your gas appliances provided in
your Owner's I nformation Kit.
LP GAS SYSTEM LEAK CHECKS
For your safety, check for leaks in your gas system each
time the tank is filled or before each trip. Always check
the system any time the odor of garlic is detected. To
perform a leak check, open the tank valve and spread a
non-ammoniated type (i.e. castile, etc.) soap-bubble
solution over all connections. Escaping gas wi II create
visible bubbles to show the location of any leak.
WARNING
NEVER CHECK FOR LEAKS WITH
AN OPEN
FLAME. DO
NOT CHECK COPPER PLUMBING
LINES FOR LEAKS USING AMMONIATED HOUSE-
HOLD-TYPE DETERGENTS BECAUSE THESE CAN
CAUSE CRACKS TO FORM ON THE LINES AND
BRASS FITTINGS. IF THE LEAK CANNOT BE LO·
CATED, TAKE THE UNIT TO AN LP GAS SERVICE
REPRESENTATIVE.
Keep tre tank valve closed and turn OFF all appliances
if the unit is not being used. When operating LP gas ap-
pliances, use only one tank at a time to avoid inadver-
tently depleting your LP gas supply.
LP GAS APPLIANCES
Your range top and oven, furnace, and water heater op-
erate on LP gas, while your refrigerator can operate on
either LP gas or electricity. Warranty certificate registra-
tion cards, service instructions, and other information
are included in the Owner's Information Kit provided
with the motor home. All information relating to your
appliance should be kept readily available for easy re-
ference.
NOTE:
Be sure to fill out and mail the warranty reg-
istration cards on all appliances as soon as
possible.
It is important to carefully follow all operating and
lighting instructions provided on or near each appliance
(or in your Owner's Information Kit). For the initial
lighting of an LP gas appliance, it may be necessary to
purge the LP gas supply line of air before the appliance
will light. To purge a line, open a burner or pilot valve
and hold a flame near the burner. Allow time for air to
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escape. The time will vary depending on the distance the
. appliance is located from the LP gas tank. After several
seconds, the gas should ignite and burn steadily.
Range Top and Oven
The range top and oven in your motor home are provid-
ed with a vent or range hood. Always open the vent or
turn on the fan in the optional 12-volt range hood to
ensure adequate ventilation. When cooking for long
periods of time with a large number of people in the
home, it may be desirable to open a window or a roof
vent slightly to further increase ventilation level.
CAUTION
DO NOT USE OPEN FLAMES, SUCH AS THE OVEN
OR RANGE TOP, TO WARM THE LIVING AREA BE-
CAUSE GAS COMBUSTION CONSUMES THE OXY-
GEN INSIDE THE HOME.
The oven has a pilot light. Refer to information on the
appliance or from the manufacturer for instructions on
use. When using the oven pilot, note that the type of
heat-actuated ignition control used for the main oven
burner may result in a normal delay of a few seconds,
after the oven control knob is turned ON, before the
main oven burner ignites. If you are sure the pilot is
burning, anticipate approximately five (5) seconds delay
for the burner to ignite, If it doesn't ignite within five
(5) seconds; turn the control knob OF F and check the
pilot light or the supply.
Radiant Heater
Your motor home may be provided with an LP gas-
fueled radiant heater. Operating controls are located on
the heater panel. Refer to the information on the unit,
or provided by the manufacturer, fdr lighting and opera-
ting instructions. (Optional 12-volt recirculating fan is
avai lable).
Forced Air Furnace
Your motor home may have a furnace and a forced-air
ducted circulation system (see Figure 13). Controls will
be on or near the furnace and will include a wail-mount-
ed thermostat. The furnace will keep room tempera-
tures at a comfortable level by activatfng fan and gas
controls as temperatures inside the motor home vary.
Refer to information on lighting, operation, adjustment,
and service on the furnace case (under the inside access
door).
NOTE:
In cold climates the fan may need to operate
frequently during the night.
Water Heater
. Your motor home is equipped with an LP gas-fueled
water heater. The heater is a storage type much like that
in your home. There is a thermostatic control on the
heater to maintain the water temperature within a pre-
set range. Before lighting the water heater, make sure
that it is filled with water by turning on a hot water
faucet such as the one at the galley sink. If water is sup-
plied from the on·board fresh water tank, the pump
must be ON. If water flows continuously. the heater is
full of water. If water does not flow (and pressurized
water is available), leave the faucet open until the tank
fills. For lighting and operating instructions, refer to the
manufacturer's instruction manual or see the instruc-
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