16. Propane and stove
The propane tank locker is located under the helm seat on the port side.
To use:
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Turn the LPG switch on the 12v panel. This
opens the solenoid on the tank.
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To light, turn the knob you want 90 degrees
anticlockwise, push the knob in and light the
burner using the igniter button.
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Hold the knob in for 10-15 seconds, then
release. Make sure that the flame goes all
the way around. Reduce any wind that may
hinder this.
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If you cannot get it to light, check the
manual shut offs - there are two. One on the
propane tank itself and one in the cupboard
to the right of the stove. Make sure these
are both open and try again.
The 12v solenoid system is USCG approved device. You do not need to shut
any manual valves unless you wish.
All of our yachts are fitted with propane detectors. The propane ‘sniffer’ has
been placed in the bilge (propane is heavier than air and so will sink into the
bilge). The detectors are sensitive to several types of gas and will trigger the
alarm. The alarm can also be triggered if there is moisture in the bilge. If
the alarm sounds it does not necessarily mean that the propane system is
leaking, so don’t panic!!
In the event that the alarm goes off follow these steps:
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Close the valve on the propane tank.
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Check the stove and surrounding area for propane smell.
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If detected, open up the bilges and hatches. Point the boat downwind
and use the manual bilge pump to pump out the bilges.
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Call Horizon immediately
Under no circumstances should you use the electrical bilge pumps or
any other electrical system if you suspect a gas leak.
