9.1-1
5. Open burner valve on stove slightly and light burner. Note -
some stoves may have a device which shuts off the flow of gas
until burner is hot. On these stoves, an override button is
provided which must be held in until the burner is lighted
and hot. Refer to stove manufacturer’s instructions provided
with the vessel.
6. Never, ever, leave a lighted burner unattended. A gust of
wind may blow flame out and allow gas to continue to flow
from burner. L.P. gas is heavier than air and may explode.
7. If gas odor is observed, immediately open floor boards and
vacate vessel. Do not do anything which may cause a spark.
Do close manual valve on tank. Open all hatches and seek aide
immediately.
8. When cooking is completed:
A. Turn off electrical power at switch for stove, and at
panel ( if separate).
B. After If lane c£ burner in use has gone out, turn off knob
for burner. (This will purge gas from lines).
C. If you are leaving vessel, good seamanship dictates also
turnirig off manual valve on tank.
Stove Operation Cont'd.
CAUTION:
1. Keep container valves closed when boat is unattended. Close
them immediately in any emergency.
2. Be sure all appliance valves are closed before opening
container valve.
3. Always apply lit match or other flame to burner before
opening valve.
4. Close master valve on appliance whenever appliance is not
in use . 1
Propane Leak Test: All of the connections in the propane system
should be checked during the initial commissioning, at least twice
a month thereafter, and every time a bottle is refilled.
Locate leakage by the application of liquid detergent or a soapy
water solution at the connections. Repeat the test for each container
in a multi-container system.
Also check for leaks by watching the propane gauge. If the
pressure drops while no one is cooking then retest all connections
until the leak is discovered.
NEVER USE FLAME TO CHECK FOR LEAKS
*Reprinted from A.B.Y.C. Safety Standard A-l-70
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