Lpg System; Lpg Gas Safety Precautions - Fleetwood Tioga 1988 Owner's Manual

LIQUID PETROLEUM GAS SYSTEM
Liquefied petroleum (LP) gas is availa'ble .from an
approved storage tank to operate your range, oven,
fumace, and water heater, and as an alternate energy
source for some refrigerators. With proper handling
precautions, LP gas is safe and provides modern con-
veniences wherever you travel. The LP gas storage
tank is mounted on the motor home chassis. It is
stored as a liquid under pressure and vaporizes under
the control of a pressure regulator.
A typical LP gas tank installation is illustrated below.
Although specific details of the system may differ in
your motor home, the major componentsa!\d their
relationships will be similar to those shown.
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1. LP gas tank 4. Main shut-off valve
2. Sightgauge 5., Regulator assembly
3. Auto-Stop valve 6. LPG hose
LP GAS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Historically, LP gas is a safe and reliable fuel. As
with any other volatile and flammable material, com-
monsense dictat!ls that LP gas be handled and used
with respect and caution. Because LPgas systems
are so reliable, they are often taken for granted.
Neglect canbe a very dangerous habit. If the system
is . maintained regularly, you can expect almost
troublefree operation.
WARNING: LP GAS IS FLAMMABLE AND
POTENTIALLY EXPLOSIVE. USE PROPER HAN-
DLING, LIGHTING, AND VENTILATION PRO-
CEDURES;
1. . The distinctive odor of LP gas Indicates a leak.
. IF YOU SMELL GAS:
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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.
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Open all doors, windows, and vents.
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Leave the area until the odor clears.
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Have the gas system checked and the
cause of the leak corrected before using
the system again.
2. Inspect the entire LP gas system for leaks or
damaged parts before each trip.
3. Always be careful when drilling holes or fasten-
Ing objects to the motor home. The gas supp-
ly lines could be punctured by· a nail or screw.
4. Do not restrict access to LP tanks. In an
emergency, the tank service valve must be easi-
ly accessible. The tank compartment door must
always be unlocked.
5. Do not carry or store filled or empty.LP gas
containers inside your motor home. LP gas con-
tainers 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 LP tanks with the
valves closed.
6. Do not use any LP gas tank other than the one
·fumlshed with your motor home without be-
Ing sure that all connecting components are
compatible.
7. WARNING: TURN OFF LP GAS MAIN VALVE
AND INDIVIDUALLY TURN OFF ALL GAS' AP-
PLIANCES OR ELECTRICALLY DISCONNECT
. AUTOMATIC IGNITION APPLIANCES BEFORE
ENTERING AN. LP GAS BULK PLANT OR
MOTOR FUEL SERVICE STATION.
S. WARNING: DO NOT FILL LP GAS CONTAINERS
TO MORE THAN SO% CAPACITY. OVERFILL·
ING CAN RESULT IN UNCONTROLLED GAS
FLOW WHICH CAN CAUSE FIRE AND EXPLO-
SION. A PROPERLY FILLED CONTAINER
HOLDS ABOUT SO% OF ITS VOLUME AS
LIQUID.
9. Never check for leaks with an open flame. Use
an approved leak detection solution or a non-
ammoniated, non-chlorinated soap solution on-
ly. If the leak cannot be located, take the unit
to an LP gas service representative.
10. LP gas regulators must always be Installed with
the diaphragm vent facing downward. Make
sure that the regulator vent faces downward
and that the cover Is kept In place to minimize
. vent blockage which could result In excessive
gas pressure ceuslng fire or explosion.
11. Do not use a wrench or pliers to close the ser-
vice valve. This valve is designed to be closed
leak-tight by hand. If a tool Is required to stop
a leak, the valve probably needs repair or
replacement.
12. Use proper tools to tighten fittings. Don't force,
jam or crossthread fittings. Always check fit-
tings for leaks after tightening.