Risk of death due to fire or explosion.
Do not connect a Propane gas system to a supply of
natural gas.
Extinguish all pilot lights and turn off all appliances
before refilling fuel or Propane gas tanks.
Do not fill the tank with any gas other than Propane.
Do not store Propane gas tanks inside the camper.
Keep the shutoff valve on your Propane gas tank closed
always, except when you are operating a Propane gas
appliance. Before opening the Propane shutoff valve, turn off
all Propane gas appliances. If an appliance is on when you
open the shutoff valve, Propane gas can accumulate in the
camper, which can result in an explosion.
Propane gas leaks can result in fire or explosion. If your
camper is equipped with a Propane gas system, it must also be
equipped with a Propane gas detector. The Propane gas
detector will be located near the floor to detect the heavier-
than-air Propane gas. If a leak is suspected, use a soapy water
solution to search for the leak. Do not use a solution that
contains ammonia or chlorine (common in window and other
household cleaning compounds), because those chemicals will
cause Propane piping corrosion.
Risk of fire or explosion
If Propane gas is detected (by smell or by the
Propane gas detector):
Do not touch electrical switches
Extinguish flames and pilot lights
Open door for ventilation
Shut off Propane gas supply at the Propane tank
Leave the area until odor clears
Correct the source of Propane gas leakage before
using Propane appliances.
Do not use a flame to locate the source of a propane
gas leak.
Propane gas is compressed into liquid form. Propane gas must
be completely vaporized before being burned.
NOTE: Propane gas will operate at temperatures as low as
minus 44° Fahrenheit (-44° F).
Propane gas is prohibited on some roadways, bridges, and
tunnels. Check a map and with Department of Transportation
(or with the AAA) for travel routes that do not have such
restrictions.
Propane Gas System Troubleshooting
Having liquid “gas” at your appliances is an
indication that the Propane gas tank is overfilled, or
that the temperature is too cold.
If your Propane gas appliances do not stay lit, it
might be because your Propane gas system is
contaminated with air or moisture. Many Propane gas
vendors have facilities to purge the air from a
Propane gas system.
If your Propane gas system is not providing gas, even
when the shutoff valve is open, it might be because
the Propane gas regulator has frozen water in it.
Risk of fire or explosion.
Never us a flame, heat lamp or hair dryer to thaw a
Propane gas regulator.
Use an incandescent light bulb to warm the regulator.
Do not remove the regulator cover or attempt to
service the Propane gas regulator.
On the Road
Loading
When loading camper gear, store heavy items first and place
down low. Distribute weight as evenly as possible from side to
side. Remember: overloading or uneven loading can create a
serious safety hazard or may even shorten the service life of
chassis components. Do not load upper cabinets with heavy
items. Secure and brace stored items so they don’t move
during travel, thereby shifting the load in the camper. Do not
load heavy items near the end of the camper or on the rear
bumper. Carry only as much water as needed for travel use or
to balance the load. Whenever possible, empty the waste water
holding tanks before traveling.
Storage
All cabinets and storage areas should have the heaviest items
on the bottom and lighter items overhead. After loading you
should have the skillets and can goods on the floor or bottom
shelf, and the cereals and crackers in the overheads. Use the
unbreakable type plates and saucers, and consider storing your
dishtowels around them.
Clothing hung in wardrobes should be kept on hangers that
snap over the clothes rods to keep them from “jumping” off on
rough roads.
Preparing for Travel
Properly preparing for a trip before you leave can make things
more enjoyable. Make a list of items you will need or wish to
take. Keep in mind the following categories:
Bathroom supplies
Bedding
Cleaning items
Clothing
Fire Extinguisher
First aid items
Food
Holding tank chemical
Kitchenware
Personal items
Road flares
Tools
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