LIQUID PROPANE GAS SYSTEM UNITY MOTORHOME
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LP GAS TANK REGULATOR
The LP Gas tank regulator has a plastic cover to protect
it from the weather. Only qualified service personnel are
permitted to remove this cover.
The pressure regulator has a vent hole on the underside.
Make sure this vent hole is open and not obstructed in
anyway.
An LP Gas regulator may freeze in extremely cold
temperatures. This may result from a small amount of
moisture in the fuel, even though LP Gas dealers take
precautions to prevent this from happening. Keep the LP
Gas control valve closed when not in use, even when the
LP Gas tank is empty. This helps to prevent condensation
from forming and helps to prevent freezing. If necessary,
hold a light bulb near the regulator to thaw it.
If moisture in the LP Gas tank is a recurring problem,
ask your LP Gas dealer to inject a small amount of dry
methyl alcohol into the tank to absorb the moisture.
LP Gas vaporizes quickly and easily in warmer
temperatures. In colder conditions, this vaporization
process significantly slows down. When large amounts
of fuel are required, when using the furnace for example,
the fuel may not vaporize rapidly enough to keep all the
appliances operating at a high level. In this case, you
may have to reduce the consumption of fuel by lowering
the temperature setting on the furnace, reducing the
consumption of hot water, turning down the temperature
setting on your refrigerator, or switching from LP Gas
to electric power if possible.
The LP Gas regulator pressure is preset. Do NOT attempt
to adjust it. Adjustments must only be performed by an
authorized service center. Do NOT expose the regulator
to the elements.
If the LP Gas regulator fails, the LP Gas tank may be
overfilled or impurities may mix with the propane.
Regulator failure could cause LP Gas components to
malfunction.
ᘐ CAUTION
Do not use an open flame or a heat lamp to thaw
the regulator.
LP GAS LEAKS
Read, understand and follow the safety label affixed
near the range area in your motorhome’s galley. Do
NOT remove this label. If you ever smell LP Gas inside
the vehicle or if the detector alarm sounds, carefully
follow the instructions on the label.
Road vibration can loosen propane fittings. Check the
propane system for leaks at least every 5000 miles
(8000 Kms) and whenever the tank is refilled. Have the
entire propane system inspected annually by qualified
service personnel regardless of the number of miles
driven.
1.
Read, understand and follow safety labels, signs
and directions in the motorhome.
2. Use soapy water to check for leaks and watch for
bubbles. Never use an open flame.
3. Correct or repair leaks before using appliances or
operating the vehicle.
ᘐ DANGER
If you smell propane, follow these steps:
1.
Extinguish all open flames, pilot lights and
smoking materials.
2. Do NOT touch any electrical switches.
3.
Shut off the propane supply at the tank valves
or propane supply connections.
4. Open doors, windows and vents.
5. Leave the area until the odor clears.
6.
Have the propane system checked and
repaired by a qualified service technician
before using the LP Gas system. Failure to
comply could result in asphyxiation, fire or
explosion causing serious injury or death.
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