Lance 1130 - Typical Propane System

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TYPICAL PROPANE SYSTEM

WATER HEATER

REFRIGERATOR

COOKTOP

PROPANE TANKS

FURNACE

THERMOPLASTIC HOSE

MANIFOLD

THERMOPLASTIC HOSE

INTER-CONNECT

PROPANE REGULATOR

PROPANE MANIFOLD

BULKHEAD FITTING

AT FRONT CROSSMEMBER

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Default Chapter2
- Table of Contents2
Identification Information7
Limited Warranty9
- Coverage Provided9
- Owner's Obligation9
- Exclusions9
Safety Information11
- Safety Alert Symbols and Signal Words11
Major Hazards13
- Improper Sizing of the Trailer to the Tow Vehicle13
- Driving too Fast13
- Failure to Adjust Driving Behavior When Towing a Trailer13
- Trailer Not Properly Coupled to the Hitch13
- Proper Use of Safety Chains14
- Proper Connection of Breakaway Switch14
- Matching Trailer and Hitch14
- Worn Tires, Loose Wheels and Lug Nuts14
- Improper Loading15
- Unsafe Weight and Load Distribution16
- Shifting Cargo16
- Inoperable Brakes, Lights or Mirrors17
- Hazards from Modifying Your Trailer17
- Hazards from Equipment17
- Generator17
- Shore Power17
- Propane Fuel System18
- Trailer Towing Guide19
- Safe Trailer Towing Guidelines19
- Safety Warning Labels on Your Trailer20
- Reporting Safety Defects21
Welcome23
Customer Relations Information24
- Vehicle Identification25
- Information about this Manual26
- Product Changes26
- Owner's Information Package26
- Dealer Responsibility27
- Planning and Preparation27
- Inspection and Maintenance27
Tire Safety Information29
- Trailer Tire Information29
- Steps for Determining Correct Load Limits of the Trailer29
- Trailers 10,000 Pounds Gvwr or Less30
- Steps for Determining Correct Load Limits of the Tow Vehicle30
- Tire Safety - Everything Rides on It30
- Safety First-Basic Tire Maintenance31
- Finding Your Vehicle's Recommended Tire Pressure and Load Limits31
- Understanding Tire Pressure and Load Limits31
- Checking Tire Pressure31
- Steps for Maintaining Proper Tire Pressure31
- Tire Size32
- Tire Tread32
- Tire Balance and Wheel Alignment32
- Tire Repair32
- Tire Fundamentals32
- Information on Trailer Tires32
- Tire Safety Tips33
- Preventing Tire Damage33
- Tire Safety Checklist33
- Lugnut Torque Sequence35
- Using Torque Wrenches35
- Setting Torque Value on a Dial Indicator Wrench35
- Setting Torque Value on Aadjustable Dial Wrench35
- Check Lugnut Torque before Every Trip35
- Pre-Trip Procedure35
- Wheel Reinstallation Procedure36
- Follow-Up Procedure36
Coupling to the Tow Vehicle37
- Trailer Accessories/Equipment37
- Use an Adequate Tow Vehicle and Hitch37
- Trailer Information37
- Manufacturer37
- Date of Manufacture37
- Gawr38
- Gvwr38
- Psic38
- Vin38
- Vehicle Type38
- Certification Statement38
- Tow Vehicle38
- Overall Carrying and Towing Capacity of Vehicle38
- Towing Hitch38
- Suspension System38
- Heavy Duty Flasher39
- Electrical Connector39
- Heavy Duty Engine Oil Cooling System39
- Automatic Transmission Oil Cooler39
- Fire Extinguisher39
- Emergency Flares and Emergency Triangle Reflectors39
- Coupling and Uncoupling the Trailer39
- Coupling39
- Hitch39
- Safety Chains39
- Couplers40
- Ball Hitch Coupler40
- Weight-Carrying Hitch40
- Weight-Distributing Hitch40
- Before Coupling the Trailer to the Tow Vehicle41
- Prepare the Coupler and Hitch41
- Couple the Trailer to the Tow Vehicle42
- Attaching the Safety Chains42
- Brakes42
- Attach and Test the Breakaway System43
- Connect the Electrical Cable44
- Uncoupling the Trailer44
- Trailer with Fifth Wheel Pin Box and Drop-Leg Jacks44
- Before Coupling the Trailer to the Tow Vehicle45
- Adjust Hitch Height45
- Prepare the Fifth Wheel Coupler45
- Couple the Trailer to the Tow Vehicle45
- Raise the Drop-Leg Jacks45
- Attach and Test the Breakaway System46
- Connect the Electrical Cable46
- Axles47
Trailer and Tow Vehicle49
- Matching Trailer and Tow Vehicle49
- Tires49
- Electrical Connection to Tow Vehicle50
- Weighing Your Unit50
- Weigh the Tow Vehicle50
- Weigh the Trailer50
- Combined Weight of Tow Vehicle and Trailer50
On the Road51
- Loading51
- Storage51
- Preparing for Travel51
- Checking the Trailer before and During each Tow51
- Pre-Trip Checks51
- Post-Trip Clean-Up51
- Safe Driving Rules52
- Campground Regulations52
- Carbon Monoxide Gas52
Loading the Trailer55
- Tongue Weight55
- Loading Cargo56
- Preparing the Trailer for Loading57
- Loading the Garage Area57
Breaking-In a New Trailer59
- Retighten Lug Nuts at First59
- 50 Miles59
- Adjust Brake Shoes at First 200 Miles59
- Synchronizing the Brake System59
- Tire Pressure59
Living with Your Trailer61
- Leveling and Stabilization61
- Leveling Procedures61
- Effects of Prolonged Occupancy62
Fire and Safety65
- Fire Extinguisher65
- Smoke Detector65
- Combination Carbon Monoxide and Propane Leak Detector66
- Operation66
- Visual and Audible Alarm Signals66
- Co Alarm66
- Procedures to Take During Aco Alarm67
- Propane Gas Alarm67
- Procedures to Take During Agas Alarm67
Electrical Systems69
- 12-Volt DC System69
- Battery and Compartment69
- Battery Terminology69
- Battery Information70
- Battery Storage Precautions70
- Battery Charging70
- Systems Monitor Panel71
- Water Pump Control Switch71
- Monitor Panel - Level Indicator Switch(S)71
- Water Heater Ignition Switch71
- Fuses71
- Interior Lighting71
- Park Cable Inlet72
- Roof Mounted Tv Antenna72
- 120-Volt Ac System72
- 120-Volt Power Cord72
- Power Distribution Center73
- Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter74
- Gasoline or Propane Powered Generators74
- Loading the Generator75
- Typical Appliance Loads75
- Power Vs. Altitude75
Slide-Out Room System77
- System Operation77
- Normal Operation77
- Manual Override Operation77
- Electrical System Maintenance78
- Mechanical Maintenance78
- System Troubleshooting78
- Electrical Troubleshooting78
- Propane Gas System79
- Btu's79
- Safety Precautions79
- Filling Propane Tank80
- Using Propane System80
- Propane at Low Termperatures81
- Combo Carbon Monoxide and Propane Leak Detector81
- Propane Gas Fuel System81
Propane Gas System Troubleshooting82
Fresh Water System83
- Water Pump83
- Water Tank Fill83
- City Water Connection84
- Water System Drain84
- Sanitizing Fresh Water System84
- Water Filter84
- Shower85
- Exterior Wash Station85
- Water Tank Enclosure85
Waste System87
- Fresh Water Flush Toilet87
- Black Water Holding Tank87
- Dumping the Holding Tanks87
- Holding Tank Care/Maintenance88
- Black Tank Flush88
Equipment89
- Roof89
- Compartment Doors89
- Water Heater Access Door89
- Refrigerator Access Door89
- Vents89
- Roof Vents89
- Fantastic Roof Vent89
- Exterior Lighting90
- Entry Door90
- Windows90
- Awnings90
- Slideout Cover91
- Exterior Wash Station91
- Entry Step91
- Interior Storage91
- Bathroom91
- Toilet91
- Galley91
- Dinette Cushions91
- Dinette Conversion Bench Seating92
- Sofa Conversion92
- Free Standing Furniture92
- Mini-Blinds92
- Folding Divider Door92
- Fold down Bunk92
- Fold down Tent92
Appliances95
- Lighting Propane Appliances95
- Refrigerator95
- Operating Tips95
- Range/Oven95
- Microwave Oven96
- Automatic Ignition Water Heater W/120V Heating Element96
- Forced Air Furnace97
- Roof Mounted Air Conditioner97
- Thermostat98
Inspection, Service and Maintenance99
- Inspection and Service Instructions99
- Trailer Structure99
- Exterior Graphics100
- Sealant Renewal100
- Doors and Windows101
- Air Conditioner101
- Overhead Vents101
- Skylight101
- Slide-Outs101
- Trailer Brakes101
- Initial Inspection101
- Periodic Inspection101
- Electric Brakes101
- Breakaway Switch101
- Tow Vehicle Operated Electric Brakes102
- Magnets for All Electric Brakes102
- Trailer Connection to Tow Vehicle102
- Coupler and Ball102
- Fifth Wheel Kingpin102
- Landing Leg or Jack102
- Lights and Signals102
- Wiring102
- Battery102
- Tires103
- Wheel Rims103
- Wheel Bearings103
- Grease Fitting Lubricated Bearings103
- Lug Nuts103
- Lug Nut Tightening (Torque)103
- Tire Changing105
- Use and Care of the Tent105
- Preventing Mildew105
- Cleaning105
- Sun & Ultraviolet Rays105
- Animals105
- Seam Sealing105
- Condensation106
- Zippers106
- Fabric & Micro Mesh Tears106
- Interior Odor106
- Upholstery and Drapes106
- Wall and Ceiling Panels106
- Floors and Carpeting106
- Wood Product Care107
- Laminate Top Care107
- Power Range Hood107
- Refrigerator107
- Drains107
- Shower Care107
- Sink Care107
- Trailer Inspection and Service Intervals108
Winterization109
- Operating in Freezing Conditions109
- Storage109
- Short-Term Storage109
- Long-Term Storage109
- Storage below Freezing109
- Winterizing Method110
- Water Heater Bypass110
- Reactivating Trailer after Storage111
- Outside Area111
- 12-Volt System111
- Fresh Water System111
- Propane System111
- General111
- Maintenance111
- Typical Bulbs and Fuses111
Hitch Systems112
Schematics113
- Seven Pin Tailer Electrical Conectors114
- Volt System115
- Volt Exterior Circuits116
- Volt Interior Circuits Wiring117
- Slideout Circuit Wiring118
- Monitor Panel Wiring119
- CD Player Speaker Wiring120
- Rvp Coleman Thermostat Wiring121
- Tv Antenna Wiring122
- Portable Sat - Tv Antenna Wiring123
- Volt System124
- Volt Circuits Wiring125
- Water Heater Dsi/120V Wiring126
- Typical Drain Plumbing System127
- Typical Fresh Water System128
- Typical Propane System129
Suppliers Service Phone and Internet Listing130

Lance 1130 - Typical Propane System

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