Avoiding Asphyxiation - Leisure Travel Vans Serenity Owner's Manual

SERENITY MOTORHOME

AVOIDING ASPHYXIATION

1. Do not use portable fuel-burning equipment such as
wood or charcoal grills, heaters or stoves inside the
motorhome. The use of this equipment can produce
deadly carbon monoxide gas or cause fires.
ᘐ WARNING
Do not bring or store LP Gas containers, gasoline
or other flammable liquids inside the motorhome
because a fire or explosion may result.
ᘐ WARNING
Do not use materials that contain ammonia or
chlorine to check for LP Gas leaks.
2. Ensure there is proper ventilation before using the
gas range to prevent asphyxiation. Do NOT use the
range to heat the motorhome. Long term use of
these appliances for space heating increases the
chance of asphyxiation. Open the overhead vent
and open a window before using the range.
3. Avoid breathing the exhaust fumes from gas or
diesel engines and LP Gas burners. Poisonous
exhaust fumes are produced from operating the
motorhome or generator engine, stove, oven,
refrigerator, furnace and hot water heater. Position
the motorhome so the wind blows exhaust fumes
away from the motorhome. Ensure proper ventilation
and adequate air exchange when using LP Gas
appliances to prevent a buildup of deadly carbon
monoxide gas. Be sure all alarms are in proper
working condition.
4. Do not run the motorhome or generator engine in a
confined area such as a garage, except to remove
the motorhome from the confined area.
5. Use the vent or air conditioning fan to force fresh
air into the motorhome if the vehicle is not moving
but the engine is running for more than just a few
minutes.
6. Maintain engine and generator exhaust system
components to prevent fumes from entering the
motorhome. Check exhaust systems when changing
oil, when exhaust system sounds change or when
the underbody of the motorhome makes contact
with an object or becomes damaged.
7. Close rear windows when driving to prevent drawing
LIQUID PROPANE GAS SYSTEM
exhaust fumes into the motorhome.
NOTE: When the motorhome is new, some of the
appliances will burn off paint or residue which has
accumulated during production. You also may notice
some odors from cleaners which will dissipate with
use and ventilation.
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