Propane Gas Warnings And Precautions - Winnebago Adventurer 27N Manual

SECTION 5 -
PROPANE GAS
• 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.
5-4
D A N G E R
IF YOU SMELL PROPANE
1. Extinguish any open flames and all
smoking materials.
2. Shut off the propane supply at the
container valve(s) or propane supply
connection.
3. Do not touch electrical switches.
4. Open doors and other ventilating
openings.
5. Leave the area until odor clears.
6. Have the propane system checked
and leakage source corrected before
using again.
Ignition of flammable vapors could lead to
a fire or explosion and result in death or
serious injury.
• All pilot lights must be extinguished and
appliances and their ignitors turned off while
refilling the fuel tank or propane container.
• Never smoke while refilling vehicle fuel tank
or propane gas container.
• Avoid inhaling exhaust gases produced by
burned gasoline, diesel fuel, or propane gas in
items such as the range, chassis engine,
generator engine, refrigerator, furnace, and
water heater. They contain carbon monoxide,
which is an odorless, colorless, and poisonous
gas.
WARNING
Do not place propane cylinders inside the
vehicle.
Propane cylinders are equipped with
safety devices that relieve excessive
pressure by discharging propane to the
atmosphere.
Propane gas is highly flammable.
Can lead to a fire or explosion and result
in death or serious injury.