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Gas system
11
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Adria Caravans
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In order to ensure continuous exchange of air in the vehicle, do not cover the forced venti-
lation in the roof hoods and in the entrance nor the mushroom ventilators.
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When there is snowfall in winter, keep the forced ventilation free from ice and snow! (Chap-
ter 17.3).
11.2
Gas cylinder compartment
The gas cylinder compartment is accessible from the outside only.
The gas cylinder compartment is intended for storing the gas cylinders. Do not cover the forced
ventilation.
Secure the gas cylinder compartment against unauthorised access.
11.3
Gas types
The gas-operated appliances are operated with liquid gas (propane, butane or a mixture of
both).
The dealers offer mainly 5 kg or 11 kg gas cylinders for purchase or hiring.
Handling gas cylinders
Store gas cylinders exclusively in the gas cylinder compartment.
Lock the gas cylinder compartment securely against unauthorised access!
11.3.1
Propane gas
Propane is a colourless and odourless gas. Propane is capable of gasification down to -42°C.
Propane is suitable for winter camping.
Propane is highly flammable, heavier than air and, in high concentrations, has a narcotising to
suffocating effect.
11.3.2
Butane gas
Butane occurs in two different versions (isomers): Isobutane and n-butane.
Isobutane and n-butane are liquid gases that are generated when crude oil is distilled.
Isobutane gasifies at -12 °C, n-butane at -0.5 °C. This means, butane is unsuitable for use in
winter. Between the seasons, a mixture of butane and propane gas can also be used.
Caution!
Gas cylinder compartment
Always keep the forced ventilation in the floor free!
Always keep gas cylinders upright and lashed.
Do not use the gas cylinder compartment as storage space. Danger of fire!