Starcraft 2005 - LP Gas System Operation and Lifter System; LP Gas System Controls and Filling; LP System Maintenance and Freeze-Up Prevention; Lifter System Operation and Safety

Auto Switch Over Valve
The auto switch over valve is part of the pressure regulator
and is at the top of the regulator. Notice the plastic dome with
‘pop up red/green indicator. The purpose of the switch over is
toallow
automatic
switching
from
an
empty
tank
to
the
second,
presumably full tank, See Fig, 33,
When two full tanks are installed, open both tank valves.
When one tank goes empty, a red indicator will pop up in the
dome. The valve will automatically switch to the full tank. On
the front of the switch over valve is a black plastic lever. Move
the lever toward the full tank. Whichever way you move it, it will
be to the full tank. Once you have moved the lever toward the
full tank, the green indicator will again appear. You may now
close the valve on the empty tank, remove the tank and have
it refilled. Reinstall the full tank, connect the hose and open
the tank valve,
NOTE: Both tank valves must be open in order for auto
‘switch over to occur.
Filling LP Gas Bottles
‘Turn all gas appliances in the camper to the “OFF” position,
land close the service valve on top of the gas bottle(s) finger
tight. Disconnect POL nut (right-hand thread) from the gas
bottle, then remove the bottle(s) from the mounting frame.
Take the bottle(s) to an authorized LP supplier to be filled.
Always transport the bottle in an upright position.
When installing filled bottles, fasten the bottle(s) securely to
the camper, attach the regulator, and MAKE SURE THAT ALL,
LP GAS APPLIANCES ARE SHUT OFF BEFORE OPENING
THE SERVICE VALVE. The service vaive should be closed
when the camping trailor is not in use.
DO NOT smoke or strike amatch or use
any kind of open flame near LP bottles when they
are being filled. A fire or explosion may result.
LP Bottle Maintenance
A regulator dust cover or a bottle cover should be used
at all times. LP bottles should be kept free from rust and
painted white (or some other highly reflective color) to reduce
‘expansion of LP gas because of heat.
LP Gas Line Check
After each refill and each 5,000 miles or every 30 days the
LP gas line should be checked.
Check the gas line connections as follows:
a) Turn off all burners and pilot lights.
'b) Open the door and windows.
) Open the gas bottle service valve.
4)
Testail
ine
connections
with
an
approved
leak
detector,
bubble
solution
or soapy
water.
BO
NOTuse
ammonia,
chlorine
solutions
oranopentlame.
If
bubblesindicate
alleak,
tighten
the
connections
until
bubbles
stop.
If
bubbles
persist,
close
the
service
valve
and
contact
your
Starcraft
dealer
or authorized
LP
supplier
Regulator
The regulator pressure should be checked periodically to
ensure efficient operation of the appliances. The correct line
Pressure for all of the LP gas appliances is eleven (11) inches
of water column pressure. Most LP gas suppliers have the
equipment to make this check for you; line pressure should
be tested at least every six month. é
NOTE: LP gas regulators must always be installed with
regulator vent facing downward. Regulators that arenot
‘compartments have been quipped with a protective
cover. Make sure that regulator vent faces
Freeze-up
up of LP gas bottles is usually caused by one of
the bottk
2. Agreater demand than the bottle capacity ataparticular
temperature.
You can use these precautions to prevent this probler
1, Use moisture-free LP gas.
2. Keep the service valves closed during storage.
3. Have the dealer add anhydrous methanol.
Hfmoisture is present, have the dealer purge the bottle. Since
LP gas does not vaporize as rapidly in cold weather, normal
demands may become excessive and cause a refrigeration
effect which can freeze up the regulator. Your dealer can tell
you about appliance demands which can be met by your bottle
at various temperatures.
Lifter System
Alll Starcraft lifter systems are brake winch operated.
When you crank the roof up, the weight of the roof is ultimately
supported by a locked-up brake mechanism inside the winch.
To lower the roof, you simply turn the crank handle counter
clockwise. Once the brake releases, it will continue to slip
as you continue to crank, allowing a smooth descent. If you
stop cranking, going up or down, the brake and pawl hold
the roof in place.
When cranking the roof up, you must hear a continuous
clicking sound. The clicking Is a spring loaded pawl clicking
across a toothed wheel between the brake pads. It is this
pawl and toothed wheel that physically supports the roof. If
you do not hear the clicking, BEWARE, the roof may fall. If
the pawl disengages and the roof falls, the crank handle will
spin rapidly and freely. Carefully lower the roof and take your
‘camper to a Starcraft Dealer for repairs. This failure, while
possible, is rare. See Fig. 35.
When lowering the roof, you will not hear the clicking sound
because the brake is slipping, not turning.
nd pawl.