Owner`s manual

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2008 LAPALMA XL
LP-GAS SYSTEMS — 7
lp-gaS conSumptIon
Each gallon of LP-Gas produces 91,502 BTUs
of heat. One 27 gallon tank produces two million
BTU’s. Total consumption depends on the rate
of usage by each appliance and the operating
time. The stove typically uses the most LP-Gas.
Determine Fuel Consumption:
To determine approximately how many hours
an LP-Gas appliance will operate on one gallon
of LP-Gas, use the following formula:
LP-Gas appliances are rated in Input
BTU (British Thermal Units). The rating
is usually stamped or printed on a tag
afxed to the appliance. For example: the
Input rating of the appliance is 10,000
BTUs.
One gallon of LP-Gas produces 91,502
BTUs.
Divide the amount of BTUs of one
gallon of LP-Gas (91,502) by the rating
on the appliance in this example 10,000.
Net continuous operation time for one
gallon of LP-Gas for this appliance
would be approximately 9.2 hours.
The above formula can be useful when trying
to determine the approximate length of time
a tank of LP-Gas will last. Generally, LP-Gas
appliances do not continuously operate. An
example would be the typical cycling of the
refrigerator.
Determining how long a tank
of LP-Gas will last:
Combine the BTU input
totals of all appliances, and
the approximate length of
time these appliances operate
per day.
Multiply the number of liquid
gallons in the LP-Gas tank by
91,502.
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Divide the total of BTUs of the LP-
Gas tank by the total number of BTUs
the appliances consume, equals the
approximate number of hours of
operation before refueling.
WARNING:
LP-Gas is highly volatile and extremely
explosive. Never use matches or
open flame to test for leaks. Use only
approved LP-Gas leak testing solution
to test for leaks. Unapproved solutions
can damage copper tubing and brass
fittings. Never attempt to adjust the LP-
Gas regulator without the use of proper
equipment. Improper LP-Gas regulator
adjustment will affect the performance
of LP-Gas operated appliances.
Incorrect flame or explosion can
occur. Only qualified personnel should
perform any maintenance or repair to
the LP-Gas system.
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Typical Appliance
BTU Ratings
Cooktop
Large - 9,500 BTU
Small - 6,500 BTU
Refrigerator (Norcold)
4-door - 2,200 BTU
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