Main Supply Hose - Low Pressure; Operation; Checking For Leaks - venture SPORT TREK Owner's Manual

propane. 2. Should there be a rupture in propane line, it will reduce the
flow to a maximum of 10 (SCFH) Standard Cubic Feet per Hour. This
device is designed to equalize propane pressures in about 5 seconds,
generally being unnoticed. All pilot light valves must be turned off for
equalization of pressure to occur.
Main Supply Hose – Low Pressure
The main supply hose will be attached from the regulator to the brass
manifold fitting in the frame of the coach. The swivel brass nut on the
main hose will be your final attachment.
There are several things to remember each time the container is
removed:
1. Be sure ALL fittings are tight. Always use two wrenches for
brass connections.
2. Be sure ALL connections are tested for leakage.
3. Open the main valve slowly to avoid a fast rush of propane to
flow-limiting device causing propane "freeze".
Listen carefully – a "hissing" sound longer than one second may
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indicate a propane leak. Close valve and search for leak.
Should you experience a propane "freeze-
up", close the main valve and wait 15 minutes
before trying again. Keep the container valve
(s) closed when traveling. Some states
prohibit traveling with the propane container
valves open, especially in underground tunnels on expressways.

Operation

After the camper is completely set up and you are prepared for camping
enjoyment, follow these steps for propane operation.
1. Be sure ALL burner valves, controls, and pilot light valves are
closed.
2. Open main valve on propane container slowly to avoid a fast
rush through excess flow valve causing "propane freeze".
Listen carefully as propane begins to flow. If a "hissing" sound
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is heard for more than one or two seconds, close valve and
search for a potential leak.
4. Light appliances as needed and directed in Chapter Five -
Appliances.

Checking for Leaks

The entire propane distribution system and appliances have gone
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3/8" MPT x 1/2"
Female Flare Swivel