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Propane Use and Safety
Propane is a colorless and odorless gas that, in the liqueed state, resembles water. An odor-
ant (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 label. This
label has been placed in the vehicle near the range for models
equipped with a propane system.When a propane container is
low, 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 dis-
appear. If not, turn o the valve(s) and have the propane sys-
tem inspected by your dealer or qualied propane service rep-
resentative.
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
Only the authorized gas service technician(s) should be near
the motor home while the propane tank is being lled. The
new propane container must be carefully purged for proper
appliance performance and operation. The propane tank
must Replace all protective
covers and caps on the propane system and/or container after
lling. Make sure the valve is closed and the compartment
door is securely latched.
Never allow your propane tank to be lled above the maximum safe level as indicated by
the xed liquid level gauge.
Do not allow the visible gauge to be used for lling. Overlling 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.
The following warming label has been placed by the propane container.
The regulator has the only moving components in the propane system. Its sole function is
to reduce the pressure from the propane containers to a safe and consistent low operating
pressure. If the pressure is too high, it aects performance and safety; if the pressure is too
low, your appliances will not operate correctly.
Contact your dealer or qualied propane service technician for optimum performance (this
adjustment should always be made with a properly calibrated manometer).
Refer to your Warranty Packet for more information on the LP gas system components.
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