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RGar974417 wrote:
...But I still say it isn't a good idea.In fact it's a dumb idea.

No, not really. Just your opinion. Your espoused idea isn't really backed up any data to prove that it's a dumb idea.

Sam Spade wrote:

RGar974417 wrote:
And if you're in a major accident with the propane on, you can imagine what could occur.

And what you might imagine is likely MUCH worse than reality.
When that reasoning is carried to it's extreme it becomes: It is not safe to even CARRY a propane bottle on/in a vehicle.

There will not be a major problem unless the system ruptures at or near to the tank, before the first regulator. The odds of that happening are extremely low because of the factors already mentioned.

Carry a propane tank that is turned off is a lot safer than having the gas tank wide open and running an appliance with an open flame. If you're in an accident, you're more likely to have a fire or worse . I hear you all saying it rarely happens.As I have explained in my experiences as an electrician. People do stupid stuff all the time.And you may get away with it.But I have seen fires caused by faulty or sloppy wiring. Take a chance if you want. But I still say it isn't a good idea.In fact it's a dumb idea.

Always have it on. When we had a fifth wheel it always was on. The only time we cut it off is when we are not using the coach.

yes we have run with it on.
longer trips we turn it on and if shorter trips we just shut it off til we get to the destination and then fire it up.

Old-Biscuit wrote:
IF the propane system features/safety devices are not sufficient for safe operation of an LP Appliance while in transit I would not use it while stationary and asleep

YES.....you can operate the fridge on propane while traveling

Same for furnace (water heater also if there was a need for hot water at rest stops or immediately upon arrival)

Propane appliances have safety interlocks and the propane system as safety features ---all of which truly minimize propane dangers.

I always have my gas refer on when RVing. 24/7 Never a problem.

jrobert01 wrote:
Another lecture

Sam Spade wrote:
Being new at this, you might want to consider which sub-forum you put your posts into in the future.

A refrigerator question doesn't fit too good in "Roads and routes"; having it in a better place might get you more/better answers....in general.

The YES answers are correct. The "standard" recommendation is that you shut it OFF while re-fueling, either the chassis fuel tank OR the propane.

And YET OP still received proper topic related responses

Another lecture

Sam Spade wrote:
Being new at this, you might want to consider which sub-forum you put your posts into in the future.

A refrigerator question doesn't fit too good in "Roads and routes"; having it in a better place might get you more/better answers....in general.

The YES answers are correct. The "standard" recommendation is that you shut it OFF while re-fueling, either the chassis fuel tank OR the propane.

You have a significantly higher risk of electrical or gasoline/diesel fire than that of a fire/explosion from the LPG system. Fire (of any kind) is only involved in less than 10% of vehicle accidents, and propane ignition is implicated in less than 1/10 of 1% of THOSE. That translates into 1/100 of 1% (or a .0001 chance).

F-TROUP wrote:
:h I think I'd save the money for repairs if needed for the fridge, nice to relax when I get to the camp, not to continue loading the trailer.

Also my thoughts Captain Parmenter. I only want to handle that stuff once, taking it out to the truck, then taking it from the truck to the trailer is one handling too many.

Propane gets turned on when we leave home, and turned off when we return.

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