Awning Space LPG Appliance
Exhaust
No danger is caused if the LPG
exhaust from the refrigerator vents
into an enclosed awning. If totally
enclosed, space heaters may
produce enough exhaust to pollute
an enclosed awning to discomfort
levels. In extreme cases, carbon
dioxide build up could reach a
dangerous level.
Motor home owners are advised to
allow some ventilation when such
appliances are in use.
Precautions
If a leak is suspected:
•
Turn off the gas supply from the
cylinder using the isolation valve
situated on the top of the gas
bottle.
•
Never search using a match.
•
Always use soap solution, or its
equivalent, when testing
connections.
•
Do not operate any electrical
apparatus, especially light
switches.
•
If leak is not obvious, the
caravan should be evacuated and
qualified personnel consulted.
•
Remember that gas is heavier
than air therefore sinks to the
lowest point.
•
Avoid naked lights when
connecting or changing a
cylinder.
•
Check the flexible hose
frequently.
•
Keep bottled gas containers
outside and protect against
frost. If storage inside is the only
option then keep away from
heat sources.
Ventilation
Low-level ventilations is provided
from either the passenger and
drivers door, or behind the drivers
seat. High-level ventilation is
provided by sky lights located in the
roof of the vehicle
All ventilation complies with
European Standards and vents
should not be obstructed in any way
as this could lead to insufficient
fresh air. If this occurs, the confined
atmosphere becomes deficient in
oxygen which leads to the
formation of the highly poisonous
gas carbon monoxide (CO). CO is
odourless, colourless and tasteless
and will rapidly cause
unconsciousness followed by death.
If this happens there is little or no
warning prior to collapse.
Note: There is no danger providing
the ventilation is not blocked and
any meshes are cleaned regularly.
Roof Mounted Flue
Installations.
All flue installations should be
inspected for corrosion once a year
throughout their length. If any sign
of perforation is detected, the flue
should be replaced. Ensure that the
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