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Annual Check List
Cab Seats
Where cab seats form part of the living area
and/or bed layout, check that they are attached
securely. Make sure that the seat slides, swivels
and seat backs operate smoothly and easily.
Fire Extinguisher
Check the condition and the expiry date. If the
date has expired or the extinguisher is partly
exhausted, replace.
Warning Notice
Portable or open flame heating equipment
should not be used. If you have such
equipment on board, consider very
carefully whether the risks are worth it.
8. Gas Systems
Cylinders and Regulators
Check the compatibility of cylinders and
regulators.
Ensure that your regulator controls the gas to
the correct pressure for the type of cylinder
in use. Check that the air vents and gas drain
hole in the floor of the cylinder compartment
are free from obstruction. Check that the seals
on all the internal doors are in good condition
and fit properly.
Hosing and Piping
Check flexible hoses for cracking and condition.
Check the date stamped on them has not
passed. If the expiry date is close or passed,
have the hoses replaced. Check all rigid piping
for adequate support and any damage.
Appliances
As a guide checking the gas appliances can be
summarised as follows:
• Cleaning: Where appropriate, remove cover(s)
to gain access to exchanger. Remove any
build up of fluff or other foreign matter.
Re-assemble and test operation.
Clean flame-viewing window.
• Operation of controls: Check all knobs etc
are secure on their spindles and that they
work smoothly. Check that the appliance
works properly by using normal controls
without forcing. If the gas taps are stiff to
operate, ease them open with an approved
LPG grease.
Flame Structure
• Pilot flames should burn quietly and cleanly.
• Refrigerator: When the fridge gas control is
turned to maximum the flame colour should
be predominantly blue.
• Water heater: The main burner should burn
blue and of even height.
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