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SECTION 8
LP GAS SYSTEM
in excessive gas pressure causing fire or ex-
plosion.
LP GAS LEAKS
The following label is located in the vehicle
near the range area. If you smell gas within the
vehicle, quickly and carefully perform the proce-
dures listed.
DANGER
IF YOU SMELL GAS
1.
EXTINGUISH ANY OPEN FLAME, PILOT LIGHTS AND
ALL SMOKING MATERIALS.
2.
DO NOT TOUCH ELECTRICAL SWITCHES.
3.
SHUT OFF THE GAS SUPPLY AT THE TANK VALVE(S)
OR GAS SUPPLY CONNECTIONS.
4.
OPEN DOORS AND OTHER VENTILATING OPENINGS.
5.
LEAVE THE AREA UNTIL ODOR CLEARS.
6.
HAVE THE GAS SYSTEM CHECKED AND LEAKAGE
SOURCE CORRECTED BEFORE USING AGAIN.
FAILURE TO COMPLY COULD RESULT IN
EXPLOSION RESULTING IN DEATH OR
SERIOUS INJURY.
LP GAS ALARM
Your coach is equipped with an LP gas detec-
tor which sounds an alarm if an unsafe amount of
LP gas is present inside the coach. Because LP
gas is heavier than air, the detector is located on
a cabinet face near the floor of the coach.
See the LP Gas Alarm manufacturer's infor-
mation in your Owner InfoCase for complete in-
structions.
8-2
LP Gas Alarm
If the Alarm Sounds
If the alarm sounds, do not touch any electri-
cal switches. Immediately turn off the main LP
tank valve and all LP appliances, open all win-
dows and roof vents, and leave the coach until
the alarm stops sounding.
If the alarm keeps sounding at regular inter-
vals, a leak may be present. Contact your dealer
or an LP gas service center to have the problem
corrected before using the LP system again.
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 LP gas alarm is powered by the coach bat-
teries. If the auxiliary battery switch is shut off or
the battery cable is disconnected from the batter-
ies, the alarm will not work. The LP gas alarm
circuit breaker is located on the 12-volt house
electrical load center (breaker panel).
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
during storage periods when the house battery
will not be charged regularly by the engine or
shoreline. Turn the Aux. Batt switch OFF to
avoid current drain during storage periods.
Other Combustible Fumes or Vapors
This alarm is designed to detect the presence
of LP gas, however there are other combustible
fumes or vapors which may be detected by the
sensor. These include: alcohol, liquor, deodor-
ants, colognes, perfumes, wine, adhesives, lac-
quer, kerosene, gasoline, glues, most all cleaning
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