10-4
After tank has been filled:
1. Check all container and line connections
periodically to be sure they are tight. When
testing for leaks, use soapy water (never a
match). LP gas has a distinct garlic odor.
2. If LP gas fumes are noticed at any time, the
cause should be determined and corrected
without delay. To prevent freeze-up, have
methyl alcohol added to your container.
3. Before opening the control valve at the LP gas
container, check that controls for all gas appli-
ances are in the off position. If this is not done,
LP gas could accumulate inside the vehicle
creating a fire or explosion hazard.
4. LP gas is also potentially lethal if inhaled.
.
If moisture in the tank is a recurring problem, you
may ask your LP gas dealer to inject a small
amount of methyl alcohol into the tank to absorb the
moisture.
Liquid Petroleum vaporizes quickly and easily at
warmer temperatures. Under cold conditions this
process slows down dramatically. When large
amounts of fuel are required when using the fur-
nace, for example, the fuel may not vaporize rapidly
enough to keep all the appliances going at a high
level. In this case you may have to reduce the
consumption of fuel by lowering the temperature
setting on the furnace, reduce the consumption of
hot water, turn up the temperature setting on your
refrigerator or switch from LP to electric where
possible.
The regulator is preset. Do not attempt to adjust it.
This should only be done by an authorized service
outlet. The regulator should not be exposed to the
elements.
If the LP gas components malfunction the possible
cause could be:
1. The LP container may be overfilled.
2. There may be impurities in the propane.
3. The LP regulator could be defective
10.7 AIR IN THE LP TANK
If your LP appliances burn poorly or do not stay lit
even though you are sure you have plenty of fuel,
you may have air trapped in the tank. The air will
eventually escape along with the LP gas but it may
be necessary that you have your tank purged of air
by the LP gas dealer.
10.8 TRAVELLING LP GAS
In some jurisdictions it is illegal to transport LP gas
on certain roads or through tunnels. Check state or
provincial regulations to make sure your trip will not
be halted or impeded unexpectedly as a result.
10.9 REGULATOR
The trailer is equipped with a two-stage
changeover regulator. This offers the conven-
ience of a changeover from empty to full LP
tanks. See information package for details.
The LP tank regulator has a plastic cover to
protect it from the weather. This should never
be removed except by qualified service
personnel.
The pressure regulator has a vent hole on the
underneath side. Make sure this vent hole is
open and not obstructed in any way.
During freezing weather it may happen that a
regulator may freeze up. To help avoid this
situation, keep the control valve closed when
not in use even when the tank is empty. This
helps prevent condensation from forming.
Hold a light bulb near the regulator to thaw it
TOPAZ
Do not use an open flame or a heat lamp to thaw
out regulator.
Fig. 10-3 REGULATOR (TYPICAL)
WARNING
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