1.1
This Code applies to
(a) the installation, servicing, and repair of propane fuel system components and containers on motor
vehicles for the provision of motive power; and
(b) the installation of containers, on motor vehicles such as recreational vehicles, outdoor food service
units, and wash-mobiles when propane is to be used for fuel purposes (other than motive power).
Note: Motor vehicles include when propane is used as an engine fuel in other than highway vehicles such as ice resurfacing
machines, lift trucks, lawnmowers, etc.
1.2
This Code does not apply to
(a) vehicles qualified under the Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Regulations*;
(b) propane used on boats; and
(c) the installation of appliances.
*For confirmation of CMVSS compliance, you may contact the vehicle manufacturer or Transport Canada.
1.3
Where the term “propane” is used, the requirements of this Code include, and apply equally to, any
material that is composed predominantly of any of the following hydrocarbons or a mixture of them:
propane, propylene, butane (normal butane or isobutane), and butylenes.
1.4
This Code and any Standards referenced in it do not make or imply any assurance or guarantee with
respect to the life expectancy, durability, or operating performance of equipment and materials referenced
in the Code.
1.5
The values given in yard/pound units are the standard. This Code contains SI (metric) equivalents to
yard/pound units so that the Code can be used in SI (metric) units. SI (metric) equivalents may be
approximate.
1.6
In this Code, unless approved otherwise by the authority having jurisdiction, “shall” indicates a mandatory
requirement; “should” indicates a recommendation or that which is advised but not mandatory; and
“may” indicates an advisory or optional statement. Notes to the text do not include mandatory or
alternative requirements. The purpose of a note is to separate from the text explanatory or informative
material that is not properly a part of this Code. Notes to figures and tables, however, are considered part
of the figure or table and may be written as mandatory requirements. Annexes are designated normative
(mandatory) or informative (non-mandatory) to define their application.