Propane

The Aurora 16BHX has one 20 lb propane tank mounted on the tongue. Propane powers the furnace, water heater, stovetop, and oven.

Turning on propane

1. Remove the tank cover (if installed).
2. Turn the tank valve counter-clockwise to open — do this slowly. Opening too fast can trigger the excess flow valve and shut off propane.
3. Check the gauge — green zone is good, red means low.

Turning off propane

• When leaving the camper unattended for extended periods, close the tank valve.
• Always close the tank before driving — propane lines can be damaged in transit.

What runs on propane

Appliance	Notes
Furnace	Propane for heat, 12V for the fan
Water heater	Can run on propane or electric (if equipped)
Stovetop	3-burner propane range
Oven	Propane oven
Refrigerator	Can run on propane, 12V, or 120V (3-way)

Lighting the stovetop

1. Turn the burner knob to LITE or push and hold.
2. Press the igniter button (or use a lighter if the igniter fails).
3. Once lit, adjust to desired flame level.
4. If it doesn’t light in 5 seconds, turn off and wait 30 seconds before trying again.

Lighting the oven

1. Turn the oven knob to the desired temperature.
2. Press and hold the knob in while pressing the igniter.
3. Hold the knob for 30 seconds after lighting to heat the thermocouple.
4. Release slowly — if the flame goes out, repeat.

Caution

Never leave the stovetop or oven unattended. Ensure the vent fan is running when cooking.

Propane safety

• Smell gas? Turn off all tanks immediately, open windows and doors, exit the camper, and don’t use any electrical switches.
• The camper has a propane/CO detector near the floor — test it monthly.
• Never store propane tanks inside the camper.
• Have tanks inspected and recertified every 10–12 years (date stamped on collar).
• Inspect propane hoses at the start of each season for cracks or brittleness — replace every 2–3 years.

Refilling tanks

• 20 lb tanks hold about 4.7 gallons of propane.
• Cost: ~$15–25 to fill at most gas stations, hardware stores, or campgrounds.
• Exchange programs (Blue Rhino, AmeriGas) are convenient but you only get ~15 lbs in a “20 lb” tank.
• Refilling at a propane dealer gives you a full 20 lbs for less money.

How long does propane last?

Rough estimates for a 20 lb tank:

Use	Duration
Furnace only (cold nights)	2–4 days
Water heater only	5–7 days
Cooking only	2–3 weeks
Mixed use	4–7 days

With one 20 lb tank, plan accordingly — refill before a long trip.