PROPANE SYSTEM
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Propane System
Propane or liqueed petroleum (LP) gas is a clean and ecient form of energy when proper
handling and safety precautions are observed. e propane system in your motorhome
furnishes the fuel for cooking, heating, hot water and propane generator (if so equipped).
Propane can also be used as an alternative energy source for refrigeration.
e propane system is comprised of numerous components such as the propane container,
hoses, propane gas regulator, and piping and copper tubing lines to each appliance. Propane
is heavier than air; the gas tends to ow to lower areas and will sometimes pocket in these low
areas, such as the oor.
Propane Gas Safety
Do not use gas cooking appliances
for comfort heating.
Can lead to carbon monoxide
poisoning, which can lead to death
or serious injury.
DANGER
DANGER
IF YOU SMELL PROPANE GAS
1. Extinguish any open ames and all smoking materials.
2. Shut off the propane supply at the container valve(s) or propane supply
connection.
3. Do not touch electrical switches.
4. Open doors and other ventilating openings.
5. Leave the area until the odor clears
6. Have the propane system checked and leakage source corrected before using
again.
Ignition of ammable vapors could lead to a re or explosion and result in death or
serious injury.
DANGER
All pilot lignts, appliances, and
their igniters (see operating
instructions) shall be turned off
before refueling of motor fuel tanks
and/or propane containers.
Can cause ignition of ammable
vapors, which can lead to a re or
explosion and result in death or
serious injury.
DANGER
Do not use gas cooking appliances for comfort heating. Can lead to carbon
monoxide poisoning, which can lead to death or serious injury.