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Propane Use and Safety
Propane is a colorless and odorless gas that, in the liq-
ueed state, resembles water. An odorant (usually a
sulfur compound) is added as a warning agent. If you
smell propane within the vehicle, quickly and carefully
perform the procedure listed on the propane system la-
bel. This label has been placed in the vehicle near the
range, for models equipped with a propane systemWhen
propane container is low, occasionally there may be a
concentration of an onion or garlic-like odor, which can
be mistaken for a propane gas leak. After the propane
container has been refueled, the odor will usually disap-
pear. If not, turn o the valve(s) and have the propane
system inspected by your dealer or qualied propane
service representative
Leaks may be found easily with a soapy water solution.
Do not use a solution containing ammonia or chlorine when locating leaks. These products
are corrosive to copper gas lines and brass ttings, which could result in deterioration of the
copper and brass components.
Apply the soapy solution to the outside of the gas piping ttings. If a leak is present, the
soapy solution will “bubble” at the leak point. If a leak is indicated, shut o the propane
system valve(s) and contact your dealer or qualied propane service representative immedi-
ately.
Use the following steps for propane operation:
1. Close ALL burner valves, controls and pilot light valves.
2. Open the main valve in the propane tank slowly to avoid a fast rush of propane vapor
through the excess ow valve causing propane “freeze-up.” Should you experience
propane “freeze-up,” close the main valve and wait 15 minutes before trying again.
3. Listen carefully as propane begins to ow. If a hissing noise is heard for more than one
or two seconds, close the main valve and contact your recreation vehicle dealer to have
the propane system tested.
4.
Keep the propane container valves closed at all times unless you are using the propane gas
system or are having the propane container lled.
The propane system must be handled with care. If you have any questions or concerns, con-
sult with your dealer and/or the specic appliance manufacturer.
Do not check for leaks
using products that contain ammonia or chlorine; these products can cause
cracks to form on the metal tubing and brass ttings
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