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L P GAS SYTEMS . . .
L P Tank
Your motorcoach uses liquid petroleum gas (LP /
Propane) as a fuel for the appliances requiring heat
(eg, water heater, furnace, range, and absorption-
type refrigerator). LP
gas is economical and
effective for these
purposes; when proper
precautions are taken,
it is a safe form of
energy. The LP tank
(Figure 4.1) is located
under the floor on the
passenger side of the
motorcoach. Dependent on your model, it may be
located at the front, or, it may be toward the rear.
Refer to the brochure included in this packet for
basic information and safety practices.
WARNING: For your safety, all gas appliances
must be turned off when refueling the vehicle.
L P Gas Detector
A standard feature in all Born Free Motorcoaches is
the LP Gas
Detector (Figure
4.2). It is
designed to detect
leakage in any LP
gas piping and
appliance system
— not to prevent
leaks. When
power is first
applied, a yellow light will flash for 3 minutes
while the detector is stabilizing. Caution: The
detector cannot alarm during the 3 minute warm-up
cycle. At the end of the stabilizing period the LED
will turn green indicating full operation. If an
abnormal amount of LP is detected in your coach, a
red light will come on and you will hear an alarm.
Should the alarm sound, refer to the Operating
Instructions for 'Propane and Methane Gas
Detector' for the correct course of action. The LED
Figure 4.1
Figure 4.2
will alternately flash red and green when a
malfunction is detected. If this occurs remove the
detector immediately and return it for repair or
replacement. If the detector does not seem to be
properly operating, it should be examined by an RV
dealer or the manufacturer should be contacted.
The detector will not operate normally at voltages
lower than 7V DC. The detector should be tested
after the vehicle has been in storage, before each
trip, and at least once a week during use. Refer to
the manual for test procedures.
LIMITATION ON LIABILITY – Warranty on the
LP detector is limited to the manufacturer's
warranty. Born Free Motorcoach is not liable for
any loss or damage which may occur, either
directly or indirectly, due to the failure of the
detector.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of incidental or consequential damages;
the above limitations or exclusions may not apply
to you. The warranty provides you with specific
legal rights; you may also have other rights, which
will vary from state to state.
The LP Gas system should also be periodically
checked for leaks. LP gas is mixed with an oily
substance having a pungent odor; if there is a leak,
this distinct odor will be present in the air.
The best method to test for leaks is to use a soap
solution made with water and ordinary dishwashing
detergent. Apply the solution with a small
paintbrush (or a sponge) to the gas lines and
connections. Bubbles will appear if gas is leaking
out of the system. Most leaks occur at fittings and
can usually be corrected by tightening the fitting.
Where tightening fails to stop the leak, the fitting
must be replaced.
WARNING: Flammable materials should never
be used to check for leaks in an LP Gas system.
Occasionally, water may find its way into the LP
Gas system. If this water subsequently freezes,
operation of the system may fail. Adding
anhydrous methanol to the LP gas system will
usually eliminate this problem. The anhydrous
methanol will absorb the water and carry it out of
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