Propane Gas; Propane Gas Safety Precautions - Winnebago Towables User Manual

Propane gas operates your range, oven,
furnace, water heater, and as an alternate energy
source for some refrigerators. With proper
handling precautions, propane gas is safe and
provides modern conveniences. It is stored as a
liquid under pressure and vaporizes under the
control of a pressure regulator.
PROPANE GAS SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS
Historically, propane gas is a safe and reliable
fuel. As with any other volatile and flammable
material, common sense dictates that propane gas
be handled and used with respect and caution. To
avoid trouble, maintain the system regularly.
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Propane gas is flammable and
potentially explosive. Use proper
handling, lighting and ventilation
procedures.
1. The distinctive odor of propane gas indicates
a leak. IF YOU SMELL GAS:
• Extinguish all open flames, pilot
lights and all smoking materials.
• Do not touch electrical switches.
• Shut off the gas supply at the tank
valve(s) or gas supply connection.
• Open all doors, windows and vents.
• Leave the area until the odor clears.
• Have the gas system checked and
the cause of the leak corrected
before using the system again.
2. Inspect the entire propane gas system for leaks
or damaged parts before each trip.
SECTION 5 – PROPANE GAS
3. Always be careful when drilling holes or
fastening objects to the trailer. The gas supply
lines could be punctured by a nail or screw.
4. Do not restrict access to propane tanks. The
tank service valve must be accessible in an
emergency.
5. Do not carry or store filled or empty propane
gas containers inside a trailer.
• Propane gas containers are
equipped with a safety device that
relieves excessive pressure by
discharging gas to the atmosphere.
• Leaks can occur at valves and
fittings.
• Always store propane tanks with
the valves closed.
6. Do not use any propane gas tanks other than
those furnished with the trailer without being
sure that all connecting components are
compatible.
7.
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Turn off propane gas main valve and
individually turn off all gas appliances
or disconnect electric automatic
ignition appliances before entering a
propane gas bulk plant or motor fuel
service station.
8.
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DO NOT fill propane gas containers to
more than 80% capacity. Overfilling
can result in uncontrolled gas flow
which can cause fire or explosion. A
properly filled container holds about
80% of its volume as liquid.
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