Monaco LaPalma - LP-GAS EMERGENCY PROCEDURES - CHECKLIST

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2004 • LaPalma
LP-Gas System
LP-GAS TANK
- Operation
LP-GAS
EMERGENCY
PROCEDURES
- CHECKLIST
If you smell gas (a rotten egg or sulfur smell) at any time, perform the following
steps immediately:
• Shut off gas appliances.
• Manually turn off the primary shut-off valve at the LP-Gas tank.
• Do not attempt to operate any electric switch as this can produce a spark and
ignite the gas.
• Open windows and doors.
• Evacuate the motorhome. Stay clear of the surrounding area.
• Keep open flames, spark producing devices and smoking material out of the
area.
• Contact a qualified service technician to find the source and repair the gas leak.
WARNING: A fire or explosion from ignited gas or gas fumes can
seriously injure person(s) or cause death.
LP-Gas exists in both liquid and vapor within the LP-Gas tank. A "Full" tank
is approximately 80% liquid. The pressure inside the tank varies with the
temperature of the liquid. All tanks are required to be equipped with a pressure
relief device. The purpose of the relief valve is to release gas or liquid caused
by being overpressurized. The gauge at the tank, when full, will only read 3/4
full. The monitor panel is adjusted to indicate “FULL” at this point.
When storing portable LP-Gas tanks that are not connected to an LP-Gas
system, install an approved plug in the tank outlet holes to prevent leaks. Do not
transport or store LP-Gas tanks, gasoline or other flammable liquids inside the
motorhome.
WARNING: Do not store or transport empty LP-Gas tanks, portable
tanks, gasoline or other flammable liquids inside the motorhome.
Keep open flame and spark producing materials away from the LP-Gas
area. Shut off all appliances and LP-Gas tank valve (located on side of
LP-Gas tank underneath the motorhome) when the motorhome is in
storage. If this warning is ignored a fire or explosion could result.
CAUTION: Pressure inside LP-Gas tanks can reach over 200 psi
when exposed to direct sunlight. A high pressure safety relief valve
will purge excess high pressure if necessary. LP-Gas will stop
vaporizing as the LP-Gas tank temperature approaches -40º F.
Appliances that consume large amounts of LP-Gas, such as the water
heater or furnace, will need to be operated in sequence in extremely
cold environments.
NOTE: The information is not a complete guide for the use of
LP-Gas tanks or appliances. In cold climates keep fuel levels above
50% in order to keep vaporization of LP-Gas at the highest level.
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