Propane gas system
16.
2
Grand Soleil 43'
Maintenance and periodical checks
• When in port or in flat water, secure the pivoting stove in the
horizontal position.
• Check the condition of the flexible hoses and of the clamps
securing them to the copper pipes. Replace immediately with
approved gas hose at the first signs of cracking or wear.
• Check that all clamps are tightly fastened.
• Have qualified technicians periodically test the system.
Propane smell
• Whenever you smell propane inside the yacht, immediately shut
off the interception valves in the cockpit and the galley compart-
ment. Immediately ventilate the vessel by opening hatches and
portholes avoiding all open flames, cigarettes, sparks etc.
• The system should be checked by a technician. If this is not
possible, proceed as follows:
• Make a solution of 1/3 liquid soap and 2/3 water and spread with
a brush over all connections. In particular:
- Connection between bottle and flexible hose
- Connection between hose and copper piping
- Connection between copper piping and interception valve in
galley compartment
- Connection between interception valve and hose
- Connection between hose and stove
Caution: Development of foam or bubbles in these areas denotes
leaks.
Never use open flames to check for propane leaks!
• Propane is heavier than air and will collect in the bilge.
• Ventilate the bilge if a leak is spotted avoiding all open flames,
cigarettes, sparks etc.
