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SERVICES
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GAS
GENERAL INFORMATION
Gas Bottles
Bottled Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) is the
most convenient portable source of fuel for
your caravan.
Make sure that heating and cooking
appliances and the gas cylinders are
switched off before you move the caravan.
Regularly check flexible gas hose, joints and
connections for tightness. Finally make sure
that each gas appliance is working efficiently
to the recommendations of the appliance
manufacturers.
In all cases the cylinder contents are in
liquid form under pressure from the gas
above it, and the pressure is only
dependent on the type of L.P.G. and its
temperature.
When gas is supplied the pressure in the
cylinder is slightly reduced and liquid “boils”
off to restore the balance. This action cools
the liquid and the cylinder, and condensation
or even frost may sometimes be observed on
the outside of the cylinder. The cylinder,
when in use, is always cooler than the
surrounding air so allow plenty of circulation
in cool weather and do not cover the cylinder
with a “cozy” in the winter.
Butane works satisfactorily at temperatures
down to 2
°
C. Propane should be used for
temperatures below this, therefore for all
year round caravanners, Propane is of
greater use.
There are different sizes of bottles available
and it is better to consult your dealer for
advice. Gas cannot be supplied from the
bottle without an approved regulator.
Hoses connected from regulator to the
caravan supply should be made from
Neoprene and comply with EN1949. Hoses
have a limited life and should be inspected
regularly.
The gas cylinders have a recess in the gas
bottle compartment into which the cylinders
should be restrained by means of the straps
provided.
If cylinders are used outwith this
compartment you must ensure 1) they are
adequately supported b) ventilation is not
blocked c) damage will not be caused to
fixtures and fittings.
Never use a gas cylinder on its side - always
stand cylinders upright - keep them in the
gas locker provided (Fig. A).
Please note that the Gas Locker Box is not a
watertight compartment.
Fig. A Gas Bottle Compartment Fig. B Gas Regulator - Propane & Butane