Lp Gas Safety Precautions - Fleetwood American Dream WIDE BODY 1998 Owner's Manual

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LP GAS SYSTEM
LP GAS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
LP gas is asafe and reliable fuel. As with any other volatile andflammable
material, common sense dictates that LP gas be handled and used with respect
and caution. Because LP gas systems aloe so reliable, they are often taken for
granted. Neglect can be a very dangerous habit. If the system is maintain~d
regularly, you can expect almost trouble free operation.
WARNING·· -
LP GAS IS FLAMMABLE AND POTENTIALLY
EXPLOSIVE. USE 'pROPER HANDLING, LIGHTING
. AND VENTILATING PROCEDURES.
1. The distinctive odor of LP gas indicates a leak. If you
smell gas:
DO NOTTOUCH ELECTRICAL SWITCHES.
Extinguish all open flames, pilot iightsand all smok-
ing materials.
Shut off the gas supply at the tank valve(s) or gas
supply connection.
Open the door and leave the area until the odor
clears.
Have the gas system
chec~edbya
professional and -
thl;! cause of the leak corrected before using the
motor home again. -
2. Inspect the entire LP gas system for leaks
or
dam-
aged parts before each trip and before filling tank.
See section on
~'LP
Gas System Leak Checks."
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American Dream
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Wide Body
ISSUE DATE: 6/97
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