LP (Propane) Systems for Coach Conversions

by George Myers

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1 - Supply and Distribution

Propane Storage
Maximum Capacities
Needed Capacities
DOT Cylinders
ASME Cylinders
Purging
Recertification
Gauges
Suppliers
Pressure Regulators
Storage Compartments
Over Pressure
Propane Distribution
Calculations
Black Iron Pipe
Soft Copper Tubing
System Maintenance
The Flame
Tanks
Leak Detection
Pressure Check
Tubing Care
Checkup Time

Chapter 2 - Stoves

Cooking Options
Propane RV Stoves
Electric RV Stoves
Microwave Ovens
Convection/Microwaves
Home and Apartment Gas Ranges
Home Style Electric
Unacceptable for Inside
Your Choice
Stove Operation
The Cook Top
Ignition
The Oven
Stove Installation
Cabinet Construction
Stove Ventilation
Electrical
Stove Maintenance
Trouble Shooting and Repair
Common Problems
Conclusions

Chapter 3 - Refrigerators

Refrigeration Alternatives
Home/Apartment Models
Ice Box
12 VDC
Refrigerator Operation
Cooling Unit
Ignition
Controls
Refrigerator Installation
Forming the Chimney
Hooking Up
Cabinet Requirements
It's Important
Refrigerator Maintenance
Upside Down
Finding the Problem
Bypass the Controls
Improving Propane Refrigeration
Inside Fan
Outside Fan

Chapter 4 - Water Heaters

Water Heating Options
Diesel Fired
Tank Type Propane
Instantaneous propane
Electric
Engine Heat
Choosing
Operation and Repair
Pilot Ignition
Direct Spark Ignition
Water Heater Installation
Water Heater Maintenance
Too Hot Water

Chapter 5 - Furnaces

Heating Options
Ducted Units
Direct Discharge
Circulating Hot Water
Diesel Fired
Gasoline
Catalytic Heaters
Electric Heat
On the Road
Size
It's Your Choice
Buying
Furnace Operation
Thermostat
Safeties
Ignition
Furnace Installation
Power
Propane Supply
Starting
Furnace Maintenance
Will It Work

Chapter 6 - Safety

NFPA 1192 - The RV Code
Legal Requirements
Ordering
More Information
Detectors
Carbon Monoxide (CO)
Propane
Smoke
Alarm
Safety Labels

Appendix A - Circuit Cards

Appendix B - Fuel Costs Comparison

Appendix C - Home Style Refrigerators

Appendix D - Electrifying Propane Water Heaters

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