Ventilation - Bailey Approach Advance Owner's Manual

CONNECTION OF SERVICES – The Gas System
sure they are well away from heat and near to
a drop out vent.
Additional independent gas appliances
!
should not be used
motorhome.

Ventilation

Carbon monoxide is odourless, colourless
and tasteless and will
unconsciousness and death with little or no
warning prior to collapse.
Under no circumstances
motorhome's ventilation be
obstructed in any way.
High level ventilation is via the rooflights. The
low level ventilation is via the vents in the
floor at the front of the motorhome living area
directly behind the front bulkhead. With multi
berth layouts the rear sleeping compartments
have their own low level ventilation. Please
consult your motorhome retailer for its
location.
The mesh screens and the open end of the
gas hose should be kept free of obstructions
by dust, leaves, etc. Inspect regularly and use
a brush and soapy water as necessary. It may
be necessary to remove the weather shield
located on the underside of the floor of the
motorhome to gain access for cleaning.
Safety ventilation shall in no
!
circumstances be obstructed, even
partially.
General Safety Notes
In the event of leaks in the gas systems or if
there is a smell of gas:
Extinguish all naked flames.
• Do not smoke.
• Switch off appliance and gas cylinder.
• Open the windows.
inside the
• Do not operate any electrical switches.
• Have the entire system checked by an
expert.
rapidly cause Repair jobs are only to be carried out by an
expert.
The following would invalidate the guarantee:
should the • Any alteration to the appliance (including
cowl)
blocked or
• The use of non-Alde spare parts/accessories
• Non observance of the operating
instructions.
The operating pressure for the gas supply is
30mbar (or 28mbar butane/ 37mbar propane)
and must correspond to the operating pressure
of the appliance (see name plate).
Do not operate the water heater when refuelling
the vehicle and when in the fuel station.
During initial operation of a brand new
appliance (or after it has not been used for
some time), a certain amount of fumes and a
slight smell may be noticed for a short time.
Remedial action here is to immediately run
the heater at maximum output and to ensure
adequate room ventilation.
If the burner makes an unusual noise or if the
flame lifts off, it is likely that the regulator is
faulty and it is essential to have it checked.