Lp-Gas Safety Tips - Holiday Navigator 2003 Owner's Manual

LP-Gas System
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LP-GAS SAFETY
TIPS
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Liquid Propane gas is one of the safest and most reliable fuels available on
the market if it is handled properly. LP-Gas, however, does have a great explosive
"potential" if handled improperly. Danger is minimized by becoming familiar
with and following a few safety precautions, and by learning how to properly
operate LP-Gas appliances. Use of LP-Gas requires the responsibility to
enforce extra safety measures.
The motorhome is equipped with many LP-Gas operated appliances
because it is a convenient and efficient source of fuel. LP-Gas appliances must
be operated and maintained in accordance with the product manufacturer's
instructions.
The National Propane Gas Association (NPGA) has a special service
program offered called GAS
program is aimed at educating the users in the association about the convenience
of propane use with safety and peace of mind. For information on the NPGA
Gas ® Check program, call (630) 515-0600 or visit www.npga.org.
LP-Gas Tanks and Cylinders:
Tanks are built to American Society of Mechanical Engineers (AMSE)
Code. The cylinders are built to DOT (Department of Transportation) Code.
The major difference between cylinders and tanks is in required testing and
inspection procedures and in the construction of the containers. Both tanks and
cylinders are required to undergo pressure testing and inspections; however,
the procedures for how they are tested and inspected differ.
The difference between the two codes are that the valves, fittings and
brackets are located only on the ends of the DOT cylinders; however, on the
ASME tanks they may be located on ends, as well as the sides. There is also a
difference in how the tanks are rated. Required tank ratings are in gallons
(ASME ratings) or pounds (DOT) water capacity. The Federal DOT
(Department of Transportation) regulations require periodic inspections and
re-qualifications of cylinders.
American Society of Mechanical Engineers (AMSE) tanks or bulk containers
are generally used in the motorhomes and motorized products. These tanks
are permanently mounted on to the unit.
An alloy steel two-piece welded and brazed tank is used on all towable
products. The marking on the collar, DOT 4BA240, identifies the DOT specifica-
tions and service pressure. Other pertinent information included on the collar
is the water capacity (WC) and the tare weight (TW), both which are measured
in pounds, and the Manufacture date (one of the most important items). There
is a required 12 year re-qualification. The final piece of information is for the
Dip Tube (DT) length. This is part of the overfill protection and maximum
liquid allowance in the cylinder.
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® (Gas Appliance System) Check. The GAS ® Check