Swift Group Biarritz Lodge 40x13-2 2020, Owner'S Handbook Manual

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CAUTION: A gas cylinder must always be
operated standing on its base. A cylinder on
its side could allow liquid gas into the supply
pipes with very serious consequences.
WARNING: Never apply heat to a cylinder;
this could cause a build-up of pressure
beyond the design limit.
CAUTION: Treat the cylinder with care as a
damaged valve could result in a leak.
Changing gas cylinders
The following procedure should be adopted:
1.
Turn off all gas appliances;
2. Extinguish any fire, flame or source of
ignition (including cigarettes, pipes and pilot
lights) before changing gas cylinders;
3. Ensure that the gas cylinder valve(s) is/are
closed before disconnecting any empty
cylinder or before removing the plastic
cap or plug on the outlet connection of
the replacement cylinder (note: Left hand
thread).
4. Ensure that the replacement gas cylinder is
the correct one for the installation.
5. Make firm gas tight joints. Any leaking
vapour will smell. If a leak is suspected after
changing gas cylinders and opening valve,
test by brushing with soapy water around
the joints. Bubbles will form if vapour is leaking.
5.4 Gas regulators
Gas cannot be supplied from a bottle without
gas regulation. Except for appliances fitted
with a flow controller, a suitably rated regulator
of a minimum of at least 3.5kg per hour, must
be included in the connection between the
cylinder and the appliance. The regulator is
precisely set to control the pressure of the
supply and must not be adjusted .
The connection must be by a high pressure
flexible hose which shall be as short as possible.
This is due to the gas regulator supplying gas
to the gas appliances at a constant pressure
independent of gas flow.
i Note: Ensure the regulator is of the correct
pressure rating for the gas appliances in your
RPH. Your dealer or gas supplier will advise
you of the type of regulator required.
i Note: Regulators should be kept clean and
dry and changed approximately every 5
years or earlier if not working properly.
WARNING: The regulator capacity should
have a minimum rating of 3.5Kg per hour with
a working pressure of 37 mbar. Never use
appliances with a different working pressure.
5.5 Low pressure flexible hoses
WARNING: Use only marked and certified
hoses to BS: 3212 and which bear the year
and name of the manufacturer as LPG attacks
and erodes natural rubber.
Keep hose lengths as short as possible and less
than 2 metres in length. All flexible hoses must
be secured with proper hose clips. Make sure
that the hoses are kept clear of ‘hot spots’ and
inspect them from time to time. Replace any
hose that shows signs of wear or damage.
Flexible hoses should be regularly inspected
and replaced when signs of cracking or other
deterioration appears. After replacement,
ensure that the ends are well secured and gas
tight.
CAUTION: Ensure that the hose assembly
is not under stress when connected to the
cylinder.
Safe Use of LPG