Fire Precautions - Bailey Approach Autograph Series Owner's Manual

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If the burner makes an unusual noise, it is likely
that the regulator is faulty and it is essential to
have it checked by a qualified person.
Repair jobs must only to be carried out by a
fully trained expert.
All flue installations should be inspected, at
least once a year, throughout their length for
integrity of attachment, both to appliance and
cowl, and for perforation due to damage or
corrosion. Flues should be replaced if any sign
of damage or perforation is found. It should be
ensured that the replacement is of an approved
type conforming to the recommendations of BS
5440-1.
Gas cylinders can have different connections. It
is important to check that you have the correct
hose and or adaptor to suit your gas cylinder.
Regulations no longer permit Push fit hoses. for
further advice contact your motorhome retailer.
Gas cylinders that are not connected to the gas
installation must be closed off at all times and
fitted with protective caps.
onnections designed to be tightened with a
spanner it is essential that a spanner of the
correct size is used and that the union is firmly
tightened: hand tightness is not sufficient.
When self sealing valves are incorporated
in a gas cylinder, connections should be
made in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions and tools should not be used.
CAUTION:
cooking or heating appliances, other
than electric heaters that are not
direct radiant type . They are a fire
and asphyxiation hazard. Cookers
should never be used as a heating
source.
WARNING: Some industrial LPG
appliances operate at high pressure
and require a "high pressure"
regulator. This often has an adjusting
handle on it. NEVER USE SUCH A
REGULATOR ON A MOTORHOME.
Never use portable
WARNING: Additional independent
gas appliances should NOT be used
inside the motorhome.
WARNING: Do not operate the water
heater when refuelling the vehicle
and when in the fuel station.
Where connections are designed to be
tightened with a spanner it is essential that a
spanner of the correct size is used and that
the union is firmly tightened: hand tightness
is not sufficient. When self sealing valves are
incorporated in a gas cylinder, connections
should be made in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions and tools should
not be used.

Fire Precautions

As stated in the introduction, a fire extinguisher
is not provided with your motorhome therefore
it is recommended that one is purchased of
adequate size: it is recommended that a dry
powder extinguisher is used, only if it is likely
that the leakage can be stopped by closing
the cylinder valve or that the cylinder can be
removed quickly.
Cool with water all gas cylinders which cannot
be removed. As soon as possible, remove any
cylinders adjacent to the fire to a safe place in
order to gain access to the seat of the fire.