nizing the danger and practicing common sense,
safety and maintenance habits.
Know where your fire extinguisher
is
located and
how and when to use it. Read the instlUctions on
the fire extinguisher. Remember that portable fire
extinguishers are intended for use by the occu-
pants
of
a building or area that
is
threatened by
fire. They are most valuable when used immedi-
atelyon small fires. They have a limited amount
of
fire-extinguishing material, and therefore must
be used properly so this material
is
not wasted.
Fire extinguishers are pressurized, mechanical
devices. They must be handled with care and
treated with respect. They must be maintained as
outlined in any maintenance instlUctions provided
with the device so they are ready to operate prop-
erly and safely.
Palts or internal chemicals may
deteriorate in time and need replacement. Always
follow maintenance and recharging instlUctions
provided by the fire extinguisher manufacturer.
Maintain proper charge in the fire extinguisher.
A WARNING
Urethane foam is flammable!
Do not expose urethane foams to open flames or any
other direct or indirect high temperature sources of
ignition such as burning operations, welding, burning
cigarettes, space heaters or unprotected electric light
bulbs.
Once ignited, urethane foams will burn rapidly, releas-
ing great heat and consuming oxygen very quickly.
In an enclosed space the resulting deficiency of oxy-
gen will present a danger of suffocation to the occu-
pants. Hazardous gases released by the burning
foam can be incapacitating or fatal to human beings if
inhaled in sufficient quantities.
Fire Safety Precautions
In addition to instlUcting occupants on what to
do in case
of
fire, and holding fire drills periodi-
cally, consider these fire safety suggestions:
• If you experience a fire while traveling,
lIIaintain control
of
the vehicle until
you
can
safely stop. Evacuate the vehicle as quicldy
and
safely as possible.
Living
With
Your
Motor
Home
•
If
you experience a fire while camped,
evacuate the vehicle as quickly
and
safely
as possible.
• Consider the cause and seveJity
of
the fire
and risk involved before trying to put it
out.
If
the fire is major or is fuel-fed, stand
clear
of
the vehicle and wait for the fire
department or other emergency assistance.
• If your
RV
is
damaged
by
fire, do not move
or live in it until you have had it thoroughly
examined and repaired.
Just as in your home, included below are some
common sense tips to help prevent a fire inci-
dent from occurring.
• Never leave unattended food cooking on
the stove or in the oven.
• Never smoke in bed or leave cigars/ciga-
rettes unattended.
• Keep candles or any open flames away
from curtains/fabrics/walls and ceiling.
• Keep matches and igniter devices safely
stored and away from small children.
• Do not store combustibles inside your
RV
(gasoline, charcoal lighter, etc.).
A WARNING
Do not store or carry
LP
gas containers, or other flam-
mable liquids inside your recreational vehicle.
A WARNING
Explosive fuel clouds
maybe
present at fuel filling sta-
tions.
Before refueling (either gasoline, diesel fuel
or
LP gas) be sure to turn
off
all
pilot
flame's
and
appliances in
your
motor
home. Turning
off
the
propane
at
the tank
is
insufficient. Pilotless appli-
ances may
stili
spark
or
pilot
flames may
not
extinguish immediately.
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