Airstream Interstate 2020 - Basic LPG Safety Information; If You Smell Gas

Safety
2-8 2020 Interstate
Basic LPG Safety Information
A warning label has been positioned in the cooking
area to remind you to provide an adequate supply of
fresh air for combustion� Unlike homes, the amount
of oxygen supply is limited due to the size of the
recreational vehicle, and proper ventilation when
using the cooking appliances will avoid dangers of
asphyxiation� It is especially important that cooking
appliances not be used for comfort heating as the
danger of asphyxiation is greater when the appliance is
used for long periods of time�
Portable fuel burning equipment, including wood and
charcoal grills and stoves, shall not be used inside
the recreational vehicle� The use of this equipment
inside the recreational vehicle may cause res or
asphyxiation�
A Warning Label has been located near the LP
gas container� This label reads: DO NOT FILL
CONTAINER(S) TO MORE THAN 80% PERCENT
OF CAPACITY. Overlling the LP gas container can
result in uncontrolled gas ow that can cause a re
or explosion. A properly lled container will contain
approximately 80 percent of its volume as liquid LP
gas�
WARNING
DO NOT store LP containers within vehicle. LP
containers are equipped with safety devices that
vent gas should the pressure become excessive.
WARNING
DO NOT use cooking appliances for comfort
heating. Cooking appliances need fresh air for safe
operation. Before operation, open overhead vent or
turn on exhaust fan and open window.
If you smell gas
• Extinguish any open ames, pilot lights and all
smoking materials�
• Do not touch electrical switches�
• Shut off the gas supply using the remote shut off
switch�
• Open doors and other ventilating openings�
• Leave the area until odor clears�
• Have the gas system checked and leakage source
corrected before using again�
LP gas regulators must always be installed with the
diaphragm vent facing downward� Regulators that
are not in compartments have been equipped with a
protective cover� Make sure that regulator vent faces
downward and that cover is kept in place to minimize
vent blockage that could result in excessive gas
pressure causing a re or explosion.
The regulator at the LP tank is under a gray, plastic
cover� The protective cover helps to keep the vent on
the regulator from being clogged by wasps or ice, but
the regulator should be checked regularly to make sure
the vent remains clear�
WARNING
Do not attempt to seal regulator cover.
WARNING
Check vent each time tank is lled to make sure it
is clear of obstructions.
WARNING
Have a qualied technician check your LP Gas
system annually or if you have any signs of leaks
or malfunctions.