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SECTION 1
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
If the coach batteries become extremely
drained, an amber light on the face of the alarm
will come on and in some cases the LP alarm may
begin to sound on its own. This condition typical-
ly occurs only during storage periods when the
house battery will not be charged regularly by the
engine or shoreline. To avoid battery discharge
we recommend turning the Aux Batt switch off
during storage periods and after periodic or
weekend usage.
WARNING
Never use an open flame to test for
gas leaks. When testing for gas line
leaks with a soapy water solution, DO
NOT use a detergent containing
ammonia or chlorine. These sub-
stances may generate a chemical
reaction causing corrosion to gas
lines, resulting in dangerous leak con-
ditions.
Power Connection
The gas alarm is powered by the coach batter-
ies. If the battery cable is disconnected from the
batteries, auxiliary battery switch is shut off, or
the circuit breaker is tripped, the alarm will not
work. The LP gas alarm breaker is located on the
coach breaker fuse panel shown in Section 6.
Because the LP gas alarm is connected direct-
ly to the auxiliary battery, it is always drawing a
small amount of current. Even though this current
draw is slight, it could drain the coach battery. If
this happens, connect the shoreline to 110-volt
supply to recharge the house batteries.
Further Information
See the manufacturer's information entitled
"Your LP Gas Detector" in the Owners InfoCase
for further instructions on nuisance alarms and
care and testing of the LP gas detector.
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ELECTRICAL
· Careless handling of electrical components
can be fatal. Never touch or use electrical
components or appliances while feet are bare,
while hands are wet, or while standing in
water or on wet ground.
· Improper grounding of the vehicle can cause
personal injury. Do not plug the utility power
cord into an outlet which is not grounded and
do not adapt the plug to connect to a recepta-
cle for which it is not designed.
· Do not attach an extension cord to the utility
power cord.
· Be sure that all electrical appliances to be
used contain 3-prong plugs for proper
grounding.
· Avoid overloading electrical circuits. Re-
place fuses or circuit breakers with those of
the same size and amperage rating only.
Never use a higher rated fuse or breaker.
· Use caution when handling or working near
electrical storage batteries. Always remove
jewelry and wear protective clothing and eye
covering. Avoid creating sparks.
LOADING
· Store or secure all loose items inside the
motor home before traveling. Possible over-
looked items such as canned goods or small
appliances on the countertop, cooking pans
on the range, or free-standing furniture items
can become dangerous projectiles during a
sudden stop or evasive maneuver.
· Be aware of GVWR, GAWR and individual
load limit on each tire or set of duals. (See
"Loading the Vehicle" in Section 4.)
· Never load the motor home in excess of the
gross vehicle weight rating or the gross axle
weight rating for either axle.
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