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Post by firefighter on Oct 13, 2013 10:43:59 GMT 10
Hi All I would like to thank Dennis Amor editor of Caravanning news for permission to use this article www.caravanningnews.com/gasdeths.htmPlease have a plummer check out your fridge if you use it on gas as we don't want to lose any of our members in this way Besides having a smoke detector fitted in your Vintage/classic caravan (which I hope you have)...... PLEASE also have a carbon monoxide detection alarm fitted to go with your fire ext and fire blanket you already have in your vintage/classic caravan I hope.......no Cobber that vintage bucket of water is not good....enough ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D Cheers f/f Franklin 1 .....Al you can use this article over in our sister forum Classic caravans if you like
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Post by cobber on Oct 13, 2013 12:35:00 GMT 10
Never fear F/F..... THEY are looking after us.... "Mr Hay recommended mandatory carbon monoxide detection alarms in caravans where gas appliances were either fixed or where they might be used"together with the appropriate penalty no doubt if THEY catch you without one Anyway... nothing wrong with the old fire bucket neither..... we won the war using these things Anyway.... thanks for bringing the danger to our attention Cobber.
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Post by JBJ on Oct 13, 2013 16:50:08 GMT 10
Hi,
When I had a repair & change to the gas plumbing in the rebuild of my Olympic, I had to completely seal around the fridge to prevent gas ingress to the van interior. The fridge compartment had to be ventilated thru the bottom & sides to the outside of the van.
After they did this & checked everything, the gas fitter gave me a certificate of compliance & fixed a plate to the drawbar. When I recently registerd the van, the inspector looked to see if I had a compliance plate.
Getting a bayonet connection outlet to the annex side, replacing the gas bottle connections, fitting a new regulator, & the testing cost just under $700.
But I dont believe anyone should have less than an approved setup if they use gas, & it should be checked to ensure the gas fitter is satisfied that it is safe, & comlies with current rules.
I would hate to wake up dead because of cutting costs or ignorance of the risks attached with using gas in a van.
JBJ
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Post by King Fisher on Oct 14, 2013 11:09:07 GMT 10
After a lot of arrmming and arrring I ended up with the conclusion that that "It's time to go.... Gas." I removed the gas totally from our van. I have never liked the use of gas in any confined spaces especially in a van. Just too dangerous as this article shows.
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Post by jamesandbel on Oct 20, 2013 17:53:18 GMT 10
We too, removed the gas from our van when we rebuilt, I have the same opinion as kfisher.
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Post by willow5075 on Oct 21, 2013 15:39:14 GMT 10
Yep - gas in the van - NO way!
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Post by webrake4bricabrac on Oct 22, 2013 8:19:54 GMT 10
I had a qualified gas fitter disconnect the gas lamp, install a pressure regulator and test the supply to the stove. I am confident that with some care, the system can be used safely. I have a fire blanket, extinguisher and close the valve on the bottle when not in use.
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Post by shesgotthelook on Oct 22, 2013 9:06:44 GMT 10
I'm with you WBFBB. If installed & tested by a qualified tradesperson there should be no problems. I too turn off the gas when not in use, even in our modern van. Only catch is if you are running your fridge on gas, so have opted to not connect this option in the viscount. If we were to camp un-powered I would just use the trusty waeco, of course hidden in the car! As for these constantly live powerpoints & vintage toasters & kettles, well that's another story.
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Post by Koala on Oct 22, 2013 11:54:01 GMT 10
This is the link to a gas detector which is available from Caravans Plus for $46 which is cheap for some peace of mind. I still use my original gas after checking it over for leaks etc and close the bottle when not in use. For the occasional times when I need to run the fridge on gas overnight we sleep with windows open and there is a gas detector installed between the beds, fire alarm and fire extinguisher mounted near the exit. caravansplus.com.au/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=6871Judy keeps saying that I have too much gas ;D Koala
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Post by cobber on Aug 31, 2015 10:31:59 GMT 10
Speaking of Carbon Monoxide detectors/alarms Dropped into my local Masters store yesterday and they had the First Alert Carbon Monoxide Alarm two pack model CO400 on sale for $10, so you'll be pleased to hear f/f I bought a packet If they don't work I'll sue 'em Cobber.
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Post by Roehm3108 on Aug 31, 2015 10:53:28 GMT 10
They'll be closed down by then cobber!
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Post by cobber on Aug 31, 2015 13:09:34 GMT 10
You could be right Ray, I never have trouble parking close to the front door when I go to Masters Cobber.
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Post by firefighter on Aug 31, 2015 17:02:10 GMT 10
Speaking of Carbon Monoxide detectors/alarms Dropped into my local Masters store yesterday and they had the First Alert Carbon Monoxide Alarm two pack model CO400 on sale for $10, so you'll be pleased to hear f/f I bought a packet If they don't work I'll sue 'em Cobber. G'day Cobber
Not sure why you need 2 Carbon Monoxide Detectors Alarms in that small van of yours unless you pass a lot of wind during the night
Like a few other poster I have removed the gas from our van ...but have left the original gas stove in the van
That fire bucket you have I would like it......maybe you could leave it in your will for me
cheers f/f
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Post by cobber on Aug 31, 2015 19:25:53 GMT 10
"Not sure why you need 2 Carbon Monoxide Detectors Alarms in that small van of yours unless you pass a lot of wind during the night "
Like a few other poster I have removed the gas from our van ...but have left the original gas stove in the van
That fire bucket you have I would like it......maybe you could leave it in your will for me
cheers f/f
G'day f/f The wind you refer to is carbon dioxide, not deadly in small doses, I've proved that on many occasions And the fire bucket and pump you can't have because our daughter is in her local bush fire brigade and they know its worth Thing is, I bought one of those Gasmate camping heaters a few years ago and haven't been game enough to use it in a caravan, now I might ? Cobber.
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