Rules For The RV Or Camper

Hitting the open road in your RV or camper can be a wonderful summertime experience and because propane is such a versatile, portable and economical fuel, you can take many of the comforts of home along for the ride. Make sure it’s a safe holiday!

Know the rules of the road for propane:

Proper installation
In all types of recreational vehicles gas cylinders, their relief valves and regulating equipment must be situated either outside the vehicle or in a compartment that is gas tight to the interior so that all leaks will dissipate outdoors. Cylinders mounted on the roof of a vehicle are neither safe nor acceptable. Cylinders mounted on the back of a vehicle are also unacceptable unless substantial protection is provided in the event of a rear-end collision. Only a certified propane fitter may lawfully install or remove propane piping, tubing equipment and appliances in any recreational vehicle. Look for the CGA (Canadian Gas Association), CSA (Canadian Standards Association or the ULC (Underwriters’ Laboratories of Canada) logo on the rating plate of new appliances to be sure it is certified.

When Refueling
Before entering a refueling area turn off all burners, pilot lights, appliances and automatic ignition devices. Turn off the vehicle engine and have all passengers leave the RV or camper before refueling.

Inside Your RV Or Camper
Just one cubic foot of propane requires 23.5 cubic feet of air to burn properly so always make certain your RV or camper is properly ventilated. Never use burners or ovens as a source of heat. Propane appliances starved of oxygen can quickly produce dangerous levels of carbon monoxide so install a carbon monoxide alarm to warn of the danger. As an extra safety precaution, install an electronic propane detector.