Recommended Practices; Propane System Hoses, Tubes, Pipes & Fittings - Tiffin Motorhomes VANLEIGH BEACON Owner's Manual

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Remember, the main valve at the LP-gas tank must be closed whenever any gas appliance
is to be installed, removed, or serviced. This process prevents LP-gas leakage which could
result in a possible harmful explosion. If the odor of the LP gas is ever detected, immediate-
ly discontinue use of any gas appliances and seek the services of a qualified service techni-
cian.
• The LP-gas distribution system in your RV is designed for liquefied petroleum (LP) gas
ONLY. DO NOT attempt to connect and use any natural gas or butane gas system with
this LP-gas system.
• Carbon monoxide gas—derived from products of combustion of diesel fuel, LP gas, and
other petroleum-based products, is a deadly gas which can kill RV occupants if allowed
to accumulate in sufficient concentration. Additionally, any accumulation of exhaust gas-
es outside or underneath the vehicle should be avoided as such may enter through the
windows or vents—be careful how and where the RV is parked to avoid such conditions.
Regularly monitor outside conditions to assure that all exhaust gases can readily be dis-
sipated and not enter the RV inadvertently. See

REcoMMENDED PRAcTIcES

The following practices are recommended to assure continued safety and reliability of the
LP-gas system. These are, of course, representative, not necessarily exhaustive. In all cases,
use common sense in the use of the LP system.
• Visually inspect the LP-fill valve before any refueling operation to look for foreign mate-
rials or debris. Remove, as necessary, to assure a leak-proof connection.
• Prior to any refueling operation of the LP-gas system, shut off all the pilot lights.
• Periodically inspect visually the entire LP-gas distribution system; do so at least annually
and before any major trips.
Should problems be noted, seek the services of a qualified service technician to make nec-
essary repairs and perform any maintenance.
PRoPANE SYSTEM HoSES, TUBES, PIPES & FITTINGS
The hoses, pipes, tubes and fittings used in your propane system are designed to withstand
pressures exceeding those of the propane system. However, because environment and time
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"Carbon Monoxide (CO)" on page 50.