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GAS SAFETY ADVICE
GAS SAFETY ADVICE
In the event of a suspected gas leak the gas
must be turned off using the isolation valve
on the gas bottle. A competent gas fitter
should then check the system before it is
used/reused.
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.
See Index - Ventilation
FACTS ABOUT LPG
• LPG is not poisonous.
•Bi-products are harmless.
• LPG is dangerous if all air and oxygen is
excluded.
• LPG has been given a smell by the
manufacturers in order to identify leaks.
• The gas is heavier than air and therefore
sinks to the lowest point.
AWNING SPACES, LPG AND
APPLIANCE EXHAUST
There is no danger of pollution of an
enclosed awning space from the LPG
exhaust from a refrigerator venting into it.
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 extreme
cases there could be a build up of carbon
dioxide to a dangerous level. Motorhome
owners are advised to allow some fresh air
circulation in the awning space when such
appliances are in use.
Please note: Ventilation holes must be clear
at all times.
LPG GAS SYSTEM
Elddis does not recommend the use of any
external cylinders. All cylinders in use should
be within the gas locker provided. If you wish
to utilise a larger cylinder and have this
outside the gas locker then the connecting
hose must not exceed 750mm.
It is recommended that no flammable
material is stored or placed within 300mm of
any open flame. Your attention is also drawn
to the fact that the surface of the Space
Heater in your motorhome will get hot when
in use. You are advised not to use any
additional gas appliances outside your
motorhome.
Please ensure that you have read the
operating instructions for each gas appliance
contained in your Owners Information Pack.
Please ensure that any gas hose left
unconnected is protected from dirt or other
foreign bodies entering the hose.
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