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The gas oven and burners are operated with LP (Liquefied petroleum) gas. The basic operation is the same as the range in your home. A warning label has been located in the cooking area to remind you to provide an adequate supply of fresh air for combustion. Unlike homes, the amount of oxygen is limited in an RV due to the size and construction of the vehicle. Proper ventilation when using the cooking appliances will prevent the dangers of asphyxiation. Refer to "Lighting LP Gas Appliances" section in the "LP GAS SYSTEM" chapter of this manual.
WARNING DO NOT USE OPEN FLAMES TO WARM THE LIVING AREA. GAS COMBUSTION CONSUMES THE OXYGEN INSIDE THE MOTOR HOME. The pilot light on the stove top is the ONLY open flame inside the RV. It's a good idea to turn it off when not in use.
The exhaust hood allows vapors and cooking odors to escape, and provides a vent for the galley area. Switches for the fan and light are located on the front of the hood. The hood has a grease filter screen which requires periodic cleaning. To clean, remove the screen and wash in soap water. Rinse with water and let the screen drain dry before replacing it. The fan blades may also be cleaned with soapy water. Replace the light bulb with an equivalent type. All similar in how they work. Stove top is simplest. Turn burner on, orifice opens, it mixes w/air, nice blue flame. But if you clean w/SOS pad, all the small holes start to plug. The cure is to open the holes with a toothpick or wire brush. Soak first in hot water & soap. Perfectly safe to disconnect using the one screw, clean, and replace. The pilot light on the stove top is the ONLY open flame inside the RV. It's a good idea to turn it off when not in use. Central valve shuts off heat when it expands. Mercury switch is in the flame which is 2500-3500 degrees. First light pilot. Higher pilot heats mercury valve which opens propane tube & allows oven to go on. Where it is located is crucial. When cleaning, don't want to disrupt location of mercury valve. It will cause oven to overcook everything. Common problem is putting full size cookie sheet which covers air vents, big roasting areas, etc. There are holes in oven which permit air circulation, and if they're covered the bottom of what you're cooking burns, top won't cook. How to adjust to a lower "simmer" setting: Basically, you can't do it! Many units will simply have a "high", "less high", and "off" capability. The components are not of comparable quality to residential units. Blue flame not really achievable, so expect some yellow/orange tips to the flame. This should improve when the pot is over the flame, as the airflow changes to improve the situation. If you do get some soot, newer units don't have air adjustment. May need to replace burner. NOTE: This online manual is a work in progress and is subject to change at any given time. It is also a generic peace of work and is meant only as a general guide. Each Caravan/RV is distinct and individual in it's own right, do not take anything written here literally as it may or may not apply to the exact Caravan/RV you will be using. | |||||||
