Motorhome Systems Flashcards
Liguid Propane Gas System - Appliances
Fridge, Cooktop, Water heater, Furnace
Liguid Propane Gas System - Storage Tank
The storage tank is located under the chassis between the hitch rails. Access to the LP tank and regulator is found under the vehicle
Liguid Propane Gas System - Regulator
In the event the regulator must be replaced, install the new regulator with the diaphram vent facing downward. This is essential. (Note: the regulator could operate 10 years without a problem.)
Liguid Propane Gas System - Propane Fill
Propane fill, breather valve, and BBQ quick connect are located on the passenger side rear, exterior corner of the campervan.
Liguid Propane Gas System - Breather Valve
Must be open to fill the propane tank.
Liguid Propane Gas System - Full Indicator
When the touch screen control panel says 100% full, then the propane tank is 80% full.
When the touch screen control panel says 100% full, then the propane tank is 80% full.
Extinguish all flames, do not touch electrical switches, shut off the gas at the utiilty center, open all doors and windows, leave until the odor clears, have the gas system checked before using.
Warning - LP gas containers
Do not bring LP gas container and other flammable liquids into the campervan
Warning - heating
Do not use cooking appliances to heat the campervan
Warning - fuel burning equipment
Do not use fuel burning equipment in the campervan, may cause fire or asphyxiation
Warning - cooktop
Do not lay the cooktop cover down when the burners are hot.
LP Fill Valve & LP Bleeder Valve
Do not fill LP container more than 80%. Overfilling can result in uncontrolled gas flow, which can cause fire or explosion. When filling, liquid will appear from the breather valve at 80%.
BBQ Quick Connect
The BBQ quick connect works with the standard, full-flow male connect fitting. You will need BBQ that is set up for a low pressure LP source
LP Tank Gauge
The gauge is located on the tank and has an electronic unit that sends a signal to the touch screen conrol panel.
How to use the LP appliances
Turn ON 12 volt battery disconnect switch. Turn ON the LP electric valve in the utility center, located on the driver’s side of the campervan
Cooktop - use
Lift the glass cover. Select a burner. Turn the burner knob to the ignite position. Wait a few seconds. Depress ignition spark knob several times until burner ignites. Turn knob to adjust flame. Let cool befoe lower glass cover on cooktop.
Furnace - description
16,000 BTU Atwood LP Auto Ignition Furnace. It is located on the floor near the refrigerator. The thermostat conrol is located on the touch screen panel
Furnace - operation
Steps: 1) Ensure the propane is ON, 2) Ensure the 12 volt power supply is ON, 3) touch FURN button on touch screen panel and set desired temperature 4) the furnace fan will come on and the furnace will ignite.
Furnace - fan
The AC fan may come on when the furnace engages. Set the thermostat in FAN MODE to AUTOMATIC to prevent this from happening.
Refrigerator - description
Dometic three way fridge/freezer runs off LP gas, AC, and DC. 5 cubic feet
Refrigerator - operation
Set the power source, the desired level of coolness, best to operate on level ground.
Water Hearter - description
The Truma AquaGo Comfort Plus is located under the refrigerator. Has a 1/2 gallon tank and recirculation system
Water Heater - operation
Turn ON 12 volt battery disconnect switch. Turn ON the LP electric valve in the utility center. Turn on the water heater switch to ECO mode or COMFORT mode.
Water Heater - ECO mode
Running in energy saving mode, Delivers 120 degree hot water, maintains system at minimum of 49 degrees
Water Heater - COMFORT mode
Delivers 120 degree hot water, maintains system at minimum of 102 degrees, more hot water.
Water Heater - ANTIFREEZE mode
Requires a special accessory
Water Heater - DECALCIFICATION mode
After 1,585 gallon the yellow LED light will flash briefly every 7 seconds to let you know that decalcification is necessary.
Water Heater - Summer and Winter Modes
See manual to change bypass valves for summer and winter modes.
Fresh Water System - description
A 12-volt self-priming pump draws pressurized water from the freshwater tank to all cold faucets and to the hot water heater.
Fresh Water System - pressure
A pressure switch in the pump maintains a postive line pressure of 20 to 30 psi.
Fresh Water Fill and Drain
To fill the fresh water tank, use the gravity fill located on the passenger side. Turn on the water to medium flow. Use a hose designed for freshwater. Check the control panel readout to see how full the tank is. There is valve on the fresh water tank that allows it to be drained.
Fresh Water Systems Drains
Located under the sliding door toward the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle is also equiped with low point drain valves. Make sure that all water taps and the toilet valve are in open positions.
Waste System - black water tank
Holds 12 US gallons, toilet water
Waste System - gray water tank
Holds 20 US gallons, sinks and shower
