Servicing or filling
Have the recreation vehicle checked for leaks at the connections on the propane system
soon after the purchase and the initial filling of each propane cylinder. When you have a
new cylinder filled for the first time, make sure your propane supplier purges your new
cylinder of trapped air. Otherwise, an improper mixture of gas and air will make it
impossible to light your propane appliances.
No one should be inside and only the qualified propane service technician should be near
the RV while the propane tank is being filled. The new propane container must be
carefully purged for best performance and must NEVER BE OVERFILLED. The
following label should be kept permanently affixed to your RV.
The position of the propane container(s) and the hoses are critical to proper operation and
propane flow. Follow these instructions to make sure your propane container(s) are
connected properly.
LP gas container overfill
Never allow your propane tank to be filled above the maximum safe level as indicated by
the fixed liquid level gauge. Do not allow the visible gauge to be used for filling.
Overfilling the propane container above the liquid capacity indicated on the container,
could allow liquid propane to enter the system that is designed for vapor only creating a
hazardous condition.
WARNING
Before entering a propane or fuel service station make sure all pilot lights are
extinguished. Shut off gas to all appliances by closing the propane gas main shut off
valve. Always shut OFF any engine before refueling. Do not smoke and do not
operate other ignition sources while refueling.
WARNING
The pigtail hose must be installed to avoid tension or pulling stress at either end of
the hose. Keep the pigtail hose away from sharp edges of the cylinder collar, rigid
corners, walls, doors or other compartment structures including the cover.
WARNING
If you suspect your propane container has been overfilled, contact your independent
Jayco dealer or a qualified propane technician for assistance immediately. Do not
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