Propane System
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Many jurisdictions place restrictions on propane on highways, in tunnels, on ferries, and on bridges. Please follow all local
restrictions in all the jurisdictions along your trip. Some bridges/tunnels/ferries require you to have your main tank valve
closed. This valve must be closed whenever the vehicle is in motion in any case, not just in certain areas. Other
bridge/tunnels/ferries ban vehicles with propane tanks entirely. Plan ahead and take an alternate route if passing through
areas where vehicles with propane are prohibited.
High pressure BBQ pigtail
There is a BBQ quick-connect pigtail secured behind the access
cover. This will allow you to connect a high-pressure grill or
burner to the propane supply of your Roadtrek.
If you close the main tank valve it is possible for the distribution
lines to fill with air. It may take a while for propane to fill the
lines again. The fridge and water heater handle this
automatically; for the stove you can hear the difference between
propane and air.
We recommend that you use only propane from certified LPG
retailers. Please note that the tank can only be filled to 80%
capacity.
If you smell propane or your propane detector sounds,
immediately get all occupants out of the vehicle and turn the
manual shutoff valve off. Wait for the propane to dissipate. Once
the smell is gone, take the vehicle to a qualified repair facility to
find and fix the problem before using the propane system again.
If closing the manual shutoff valve does not stop the propane
leak and you still smell propane, do not attempt to start, drive, occupy or otherwise use the vehicle in the presence of a
propane smell.
The relief valve is underneath the tank with a circular blue plastic cover, and will automatically vent propane if the tank is
overfilled or overheats. This is not a user-serviceable item; never attempt to remove the cover, test, or otherwise interfere
with the operation of this valve. If this valve should open, it is best to remove all sources of ignition and expeditiously leave
the area. Venting unburned propane is a slightly more advantageous situation than a tank explosion, which is what this valve
is designed to prevent.
Propane tanks shall not be placed or stored inside your vehicle. Propane tanks are equipped with safety devices
which relieve excessive pressure by discharging gas to the atmosphere.
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