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Propane System
Propane Gas Safety
DANGER
DANGER
IF YOU SMELL PROPANE GAS
1. Extinguish any open flames and all smoking
materials.
2. Shut off the propane supply at the container valve(s)
or propane supply connection.
3. Do not touch electrical switches.
4. Open doors and other ventilating openings.
5. Leave the area until the odor clears.
6. Have the propane system checked and leakage
source corrected before using again.
Ignition of flammable vapors could lead to a fire or
explosion and result in death or serious injury.
DANGER
DANGER
All pilot lights, appliances, and their igniters (see
operating instructions) shall be turned off before
refueling of motor fuel tanks and/or propane containers.
Can cause ignition of flammable vapors, which can lead
to a fire or explosion and result in death or serious injury.
DANGER
DANGER
NEVER TRAVEL WITH, AND/OR STORE PROPANE
(LP) CONTAINERS OR CYLINDERS INSIDE YOUR
MOTORHOME.
Propane cylinders are designed to vent whenever
internal pressures reach a certain threshold. Therefore,
the potential of a venting propane cylinder presents
a gas leak hazard, which, if ignited, could lead to an
EXPLOSION, FIRE, AND SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR
DEATH.
WARNING
WARNING
ALL
PROPANE
GAS
PRESSURE. DUE TO THE DANGEROUS POTENTIAL
OF ANY COMPRESSED GAS, IT IS MANDATORY THAT
THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS FOR THE USE OF
THIS TANK BE FOLLOWED:
Tanks are to be installed, fueled, and maintained in
accordance with the state and local codes, rules,
regulations, or laws and in accordance with the NFPA
Pamphlet 58, division IV.
IS
CONTAINED
UNDER
WARNING
WARNING
ROAD VIBRATION CAN LOOSEN PROPANE FITTINGS.
It is important to check the Propane System for leaks at
least every 5,000 miles, and whenever the tank is filled.
It is also recommended to have the entire Propane
System checked annually by a qualified propane
service technician.
WARNING
WARNING
THIS PROPANE PIPING SYSTEM IS DESIGNED FOR
USE WITH PROPANE ONLY.
• Do not connect natural gas to this system.
• Securely cap inlet when not connected for use.
• After turning on propane, except after normal
cylinder replacement, test propane piping and
connections to appliances for leakage with soapy
water or bubble solution.
• Do not use products that contain ammonia or
chlorine to test for leaks. These substances may
weaken piping components and cause gas leaks,
leading to fire or explosion, which could result in
death or serious injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION
Several main propane system components are installed
underneath the vehicle. Due to their location, these
components may be subjected to damage caused by
road hazards or other travel-related circumstances.
CAUTION
CAUTION
Regularly inspect the propane system for possible
damage and do not use the propane system until all
damage is properly repaired.
Introduction
Propane or liquefied petroleum (LP) gas is a clean and efficient
source of energy that provides fuel for cooking, heating, hot
water, and generating electricity (by a propane-fueled genera-
tor, if equipped). Propane is also used as an energy source for
refrigeration (evaporative-type RV refrigerators).
Propane is a colorless and odorless gas that, when under
pressure, is in a liquefied state. An odorant (usually a sulfur
compound) is added as a detection agent. If you smell propane
within or around your motorhome, or hear the propane alarm
(LP/CO alarm), quickly and carefully perform the procedures
listed on the safety alerts at the beginning of this section, listed
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