CALCULATING PROPANE USAGE
It is important to remember that (if applicable)
your furnace, refrigerator, water heater and
range all may use propane to operate. Each
has a different BTU rating, and you will need to
consider them to determine how long your
propane supply will last. Most RV gas
appliances are operated intermittently.
Propane consumption depends on individual
use of appliances and the length of time
operated. Unless there is heavy use of hot
water, the water heater consumption of
propane is minimal. During cool temperature
or high wind conditions, furnace consumption
can be extremely high.
To calculate your propane supply, take the
BTU ratings for your propane appliances and
divide that into the BTU availability. Each
gallon of propane (3.86 liters) produces about
91,500 BTU’s (46,514 kilojoules) of heat
energy.
TRAVELING WITH PROPANE
Use care when fueling your tow vehicle. Make
certain your propane container is properly
fastened in place. The label listed below
should be kept permanently affixed to your RV:
Some states prohibit propane appliances to be
operated during travel, especially in
underground tunnels. Make sure you know the
laws for the areas where you travel.
65
SECTION 9
PROPANE SYSTEM
DANGER
ALL PILOT LIGHTS, APPLIANCES
AND THEIR IGNITORS (SEE
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS) SHALL
BE TURNED OFF BEFORE REFUELING
OF MOTOR FUEL TANKS AND/OR
PROPANE CONTAINERS.
FAILURE TO COMPLY COULD RESULT
IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.
AD-05
Fig. 9.7 Refueling warning label
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