Propane Leak Test - Jayco Greyhawk 2015 Manual

SECTION 7 - FUEL & PROPANE SYSTEM
Continued periodic checks of the propane system at 5,000 miles of travel (or at
least once a year), by a qualified propane service representative as part of your
normal maintenance is recommended. Hand tighten the LP gas system valves
only, do not use a wrench or pliers as over tightening may damage the valve seals
and cause them to leak.
The following labels should be kept permanently affixed to the motor home.
ALL PILOT LIGHTS, APPLIANCES, AND THEIR IGNITORS (SEE OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS) SHALL BE TURNED OFF BEFORE REFUELING OF MOTOR
FUEL TANKS AND/ OR PROPANE CONTAINERS.
FAILURE TO COMPLY COULD RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.
DO NOT FILL PROPANE CONTAINER(S)
TO MORE THAN 80 PERCENT OF
CAPACITY.
FAILURE TO COMPLY COULD RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.
THIS PIPING SYSTEM IS DESIGNED FOR USE WITH PROPANE ONLY. DO
NOT CONNECT NATURAL GAS TO THIS SYSTEM.
Securely cap this inlet when not connected for use. After turning on propane,
except after normal cylinder replacement, test propane piping and connection to
appliances for leakage with soapy water or bubble solution. Do not use products
that contain ammonia or chorine.
P L T
ROPANE EAK
Leaks may be found easily with a soapy water solution. Do not use a solution
containing ammonia or chlorine when locating leaks.
corrosive to copper gas lines and brass fittings, which could result in deterioration
of the copper and brass components.
Apply the soapy solution to the outside of the gas piping fittings. If a leak is
present, the soapy solution will "bubble" at the leak point.
shut off the propane system valve(s) and contact an independent Jayco
dealer or qualified propane service representative immediately.
Never use an open flame to test for a propane leak. Do not check for leaks
using products that contain ammonia or chlorine; these products can cause
cracks to form on the metal tubing and brass fittings
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Fig. 7.2 Propane label
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DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
WARNING
CLASS C MOTORHOME
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These products are
If a leak is indicated,