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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, deodorants,
colognes, perfumes, wine, adhesives, lacquer,
kerosene, gasoline, glues, most all cleaning agents
and the propellants of aerosol cans. Most are
lighter than air in their vapor state and will only be
detected when the area is closed up. Glues and
adhesives may exhaust hydrocarbon vapors for
months after they are applied. They are easily
activated by high temperatures. If you close up an
RV coach on a hot day, the chemicals used in its
construction may be detected for months after the
coach was manufactured.
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 substances may generate a
chemical reaction causing corrosion to gas
lines, resulting in dangerous leak
conditions.
Power Connection
The gas alarm is powered by the coach batteries.
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.
Because the LP gas alarm is connected directly 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 of 30 days or longer. We
recommend turning the auxiliary battery switch off
or disconnecting the battery cables from the
auxiliary battery during extended storage periods
to avoid discharge.
Further Information
See the manufacturer's information entitled "Your
LP Gas Detector" in the InfoCase for further
instructions on nuisance alarms and care and
testing of the LP gas detector.
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 that is not grounded and do not
adapt the plug to connect to a receptacle 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. Replace 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 overlooked items
such as canned goods or small appliances on the
countertop, cooking pans on the range, or
freestanding furniture items can become
dangerous projectiles during a sudden stop.
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.
MAINTENANCE
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