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General Propane Info
MP50
MP119 HowTo
Battery disconnect switch must be in the “ON” position for the propane detector to function.
Battery disconnect switch must be in the “ON” position for the Carbon Monoxide Leak Detector to function. MP5
➜ Propane fuel is colorless, heavier than air and smells like garlic or rotten eggs. The odor is added by the
distributor so propane may smell differently as you travel and purchase propane from various distributors.
Being heavier than air it will collect in low spots and along the floor of your vehicle. 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. MP124
Propane tank size10 gallons/ 38 liters. Propane tank capacity at 80%8 gallons/ 30 liters MP80
In general, the propane system is set up at the factory and requires little to no adjustments or regular maintenance on
your part. MP51
Marshall Excelsior Gas Connection Regulator manual in .pdf
➜ Close the tank shutoff valve
Close the propane tank shutoff valve when the vehicle is not in daily use. MP50
Further, you must close the shutoff valve when the vehicle is traveling. Never operate any propane appliance,
including the refrigerator, while the vehicle is in motion.
The propane tank valve must be closed [horizontal] and ALL PILOT LIGHTS, APPLIANCES, AND THEIR IGNITERS,
MUST BE TURNED OFF during refueling of the motor fuel tank MP4
➜ The propane tank valve operates reverse from the convention; right (clockwise) is open and left (counterclockwise) is
closed. MP120
If you close the main valve for an extended period of time 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. MP120
Roadtrek recommends that you take your van to a qualified LPG retailer
to fill the tank.
Do not attempt to fill the tank unless you have had appropriate training.MP122
While filling,
turn off all propane appliances,
then turn off the tank shutoff valve.
Do not refuel the propane tank to more than 80% of its capacity. MP4
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The propane tank valve must be closed [horizontal] and ALL PILOT LIGHTS, APPLIANCES, AND THEIR IGNITERS,
MUST BE TURNED OFF during refueling of the motor fuel tank and/or the propane fuel tank. Only qualified personnel
should refuel your propane tank MP4
Other Info
Roadtreking Propane: On or Off Whille Traveling?