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SECTION 4
FUEL & PROPANE SYSTEM
consider them to determine how long your
propane supply will last. Most RV gas
appliances
are
operated
Propane consumption depends on individual
use of appliances and the length of time
operated. Unless there is heavy use of hot
water, the water heater consumption 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 BTU's (46,514 kilojoules) of heat
energy.
T
P
RAVELING WITH
Use care when fueling your tow vehicle. Make
certain your propane container is properly
fastened in place. The label listed below
should be kept permanently affixed to your RV:
DANGER
ALL PILOT LIGHTS, APPLIANCES
AND THEIR IGNITORS (SEE
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS) SHALL
BE TURNED OFF BEFORE REFUELING
OF MOTOR FUEL TANKS AND/OR
PROPANE CONTAINERS.
FAILURE TO COMPLY COULD RESULT
IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.
Fig. 4.8 Refueling warning label
Some states prohibit propane appliances to be
operated
during
travel,
underground tunnels. Make sure you know the
laws for the areas where you travel.
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intermittently.
ROPANE
AD-05
especially
in
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