connecting services
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Ensure that there is a constant rise in the
flexible gas hose between the gas bottle outlet
and the regulator elbow.
WARnInG: Inspect flexible gas hose(s)
regularly for deterioration and renew
as necessary with the approved type,
in any case no later than 5 years after
the date of manufacture marked on the
hose.
WARnInG: Ensure hoses do not become
entangled in door mechanism.
TyPES oF GAS
Butane
Butane is supplied in the UK in green, blue or
aluminium bottles.
All these have a male left hand thread EXCEPT
for Camping Gaz which has a special female
right hand thread and Calor 7kg and 15kg
and aluminium bottles which have a special
clip-on connection. Continental bottles usually
have a male left hand thread similar to but not
identical with UK butane.
Butane is suitable for use at temperatures
down to 2°C but will not work below that.
Propane
Propane is supplied in red, or partly red bottles
which have a female left hand threaded
connector. Scandinavian countries use the
same connector. Germany and Austria supply
propane with a male connection.
Propane will work at temperatures as low
as -40°C and is therefore suitable for all
winter caravanning.
GAS SAFETy ADVICE
WARnInG: If you smell gas or suspect
a leak and if it is safe to do so, isolate
the gas appliances and turn off the gas
bottles at the regulator. Evacuate the
vehicle and ventilate. Seek professional
advice as to the cause of the leak.
Facts about LPG
LPG is not poisonous.
Bi-products are harmless.
There is danger if all air and oxygen were
excluded. (Ventilation holes must be kept clear
at all times).
LPG has been given a smell by the
manufacturers in order to identify leaks.
Awning Spaces LPG Appliance Exhaust
There is no danger of pollution of an enclosed
awning space by the LPG exhaust from a
refrigerator venting into it, as awning spaces
are generally well ventilated.
Space heaters may produce sufficient exhaust to
pollute the awning space, if it is totally enclosed,
from a general comfort, smell and hygiene point
of view. In the extreme case there could be a
build up of carbon dioxide to a dangerous level.
Owners are advised to allow some fresh air
circulation in the awning space when such
appliances are in use.
PRECAUTIonS
a) Never look for a leak with a match. Always
use a soap solution or its equivalent when
testing connections. Do not operate any
electrical apparatus whatsoever, especially
light switches. If the leak is not obvious,
the vehicle should be evacuated and
qualified personnel consulted.
b) Always turn off the gas cylinder valve or
inlet to the vehicle when the appliances
are not in use.
c) Never use gas appliances without
adequate ventilation.
d) Avoid naked lights when connecting or
changing a cylinder.
e) Check the flexible hose frequently.
f) The gas is heavier than air and therefore
sinks to the lowest point.
g) Keep bottle gas containers outside (and
protected against frost). If they must be
kept inside make sure they are well away
from heat.
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