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Main supply hose
3. Mount the regulator on the center back wall of the compartment or housing so the vent
is pointed downward.
4. Attach the 1/4” inverted are x 18” Type-1 pigtail hose to the regulator inlet and the
right hand swivel nut to the cylinder valve.
Main Supply Hose – Low Pressure
Attach the main supply hose from the regulator to the brass manifold tting in the frame of
the trailer. The swivel brass nut on the main hose will be your nal attachment.
Several things to remember each time the propane container is removed:
1. Check that ALL ttings are tight.
2. Check that ALL connections are tested with a propane leak detector (or soapy water)
solution.
3. Open the main valve slowly to avoid a fast rush of propane to the excess ow valve
causing propane freeze up. If you experience a propane “freeze-up,” close the main
valve and wait at least fteen (15) minutes before trying again. Refer to the regulator
manufacturer’s operator manual.
4. Listen carefully - a “hissing” sound longer than one second may indicate a propane
leak. If you feel there may be a leak present, close the valve and contact your dealer or
qualied propane technician for repair assistance.
Replace all protective covers and caps on the propane system after lling. Make sure the
valve is closed and the compartment door is securely latched.
Maintenance
Propane gas is normally non-corrosive - you need not worry about the inside of your
container. However, the outside should be kept free from rust by a periodic coat of paint
in a light reective color. Rust, scratches and/or dents can affect the safety of the cylinder.
Inspect the cylinder at regular intervals.
If there is a problem, have it evaluated by a qualied technician and discard it. DOT requires
that a visual inspection be made prior to each lling.
Any cylinder that has been exposed to re, leaks or seems damaged should not be relled.
Do not attempt to repair any containers, container valves, regulator or appliances by yourself.
Use only trained certied propane gas service technicians to perform repairs.
Propane cylinder recertication
If you have an older RV you should know that, according to Federal law, DOT cylinders may
only be used for 12 years after their manufacture date (the number of years for certication
may vary in your area). After that, the cylinders must be “recertied” which provides
another ve years of use.
The cylinders can be recertied every ve years thereafter. Federal DOT (Department of
Transportation) regulations require periodic inspections and re-qualications of the propane
cylinders. DO NOT USE damaged or rusted containers.
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