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2.4 ASPHYXIATION
1. Do not use portable fuel-burning equipment including wood and charcoal grills and stoves in the vehicle. The use
of this equipment can generate deadly carbon monoxide gas or cause res.
2. Provide proper ventilation when using the gas range or oven to prevent asphyxiation. Do not use the oven or range
to heat the vehicle. Long term use of these appliances for space heating increases the chance of asphyxiation.
Before using the range or oven: a.) Open overhead vent or turn on exhaust fan, and b) Open window.
3. Avoid breathing the exhaust fumes from a gas or diesel engine and LP gas burner such as the vehicle or generator
engines and the range, oven, refrigerator, furnace or water heater. Position the vehicle so the wind blows the engine
exhaust fumes away. Provide ventilation to the inside of the vehicle for adequate air exchange when appliances
or furnaces are being used to prevent a build-up of carbon monoxide. Be sure all alarms are working.
4.
Do not run vehicle or auxiliary generator engine in a conned area such as a garage unless you are just moving it out of the area.
5. Use vent or air conditioning fan to force fresh air into the interior when vehicle is in an open area with the engine
running for more than just a short time.
6. Maintain engine(s) exhaust system components in top condition to prevent fumes from entering vehicle. Check
when changing oil, when exhaust sound changes or when underbody is damaged.
7. Close rear windows when driving to prevent drawing exhaust fumes into vehicle.
2.5 FORMALDEHYDE
Certain building products such as particleboard, berboard, and hardwood plywood are manufactured with an adhesive
containing urea-formaldehyde. These products emit a small quanity of formaldehyde into the air. Other products contain
formaldehyde or urea-formaldehyde resins, such as some carpets, draperies, upholstery, fabrics, deodorizers, cosmetics, and
permanent-press fabrics. Formaldehyde is also a by-product of combustion and is produced by cigarettes and gas appliances
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WARNING: FORMALDEHYDE LEVELS IN THE INDOOR AIR CAN CAUSE TEMPORARY EYE AND RESPIRATORY IRRITATION
AND MAY AGGRAVATE RESPIRATORY CONDITIONS OR ALLERGIES. Elderly persons and young children as well as anyone
with a history of asthma, allergins, or lung problems may be at greater risk.
The concentration of formaldehyde in the indoor air depends on the quantity and emission rates of all emitting products
in the structure compared to the volume of indoor air and the fresh air ventilation rate. Reduced ventilation may allow
formaldehyde and other contaminants to accumulate in the indoor air. To reduce indoor contaminants open vents, windows,
and doors or operate the air conditioner.
NOTE:
All materials used meet or exceed all current carb regulations.
2.6 LP GAS LEAKS
1. Check your RV unit for gas leaks annually before you start using it for the season.
2. If you smell gas shut o the gas supply imediatly. Do not operate electrical switches. Air out the unit and have the gas
system checked before using again.
3. Use soapy water to check for leaks and watch for bubbles. Do not use an open ame.
4. Correct or repair leak(s) before using appliances or vehicle again.
A warning label has been placed in the vehicle near the range area.
WARNING
IF YOU SMELL GAS
1. Extinguish any open ame, pilot lights and all smoking material.
2. Do not touch electrical switches.
3.
Shut o the gas supply at the container valve(s) or gas supply connection
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4. Open doors and other ventilating openings.
5. Leave the area until the odour clears.
6.
Have the gas system checked and leakage source corrected before using again.
WARNING
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