LPG Cooker Conversion Table of contentsYou decide to buy a new gas cooker and get excited when it is delivered.So what will you need?Should you buy a second-hand cooker it may not even be possible to convert it over to LPG.You will also need the serial number.Not all gas safe engineers are registered for LPG, so be sure to check.There is also a contact number for you to use if you are not sure[...]
Table of contentsBefore you take possession of your holiday home, ask the hirer what gas safety checks he has carried out?Does the rental have a smoke and carbon monoxide alarm installed?It may take a little time to explain, but it's better to understand how the gas systems work.Then contact the hirer and explain the situation.These ventilation grills are there for a reason.So check the date, [...]
Campervan Gas Safety Table of contentsCampervan gas safety.You can find an engineer on the gas safe register who is local to where you live. Government guidelines on campervan gas safety can be found here.Back to the conversion side.You should never carry more than two 10 litre gas cylinders at a time.You can find many different types online. When you are travelling around you should always [...]
What would we do without gas in our mobile homes? Table of contentsWhat would we do without gas in our mobile homes?The only difference is the gas pressures.Let's say, you fitted a natural gas cooker onto an LPG gas supply.Employ a trained registered LPG Gas safe Engineer to carry out any work for you.With LPG in mobile homes, SAFETY is most important.Yes, I know you want to save on costs who [...]
Changeover Valves Supplied and installed. Table of contentsWhat are changeover valves?Changeover valves can be either automatic or manual.These valves very rarely break but the occasional one will.The cabinet will protect the valve and hoses from the weather.To sum up, changeover valves need replacing every ten years.Safety must always come first over costs. What are changeover valves? [...]
LPG water heaters come in all shapes and sizes. LPG Water Heaters So what one is best for you? Table of contentsLPG water heaters come in all shapes and sizes.Most new LPG water heaters now come with automatic ignition.Most modern LPG water heaters now come with automatic ignition.Forcali designed these water heaters to save time when upgrading.You could also find your building insurance[...]
Table of contentsSo, who needs an LPG safety inspection?What is an LPG safety inspection?Who can carry out an LPG safety inspection?So, ensure the engineer can work on your LPG appliances. Having an annual LPG safety inspection is very important, sadly though this seems to get overlooked till something goes wrong. So, who needs an LPG safety inspection? Anyone you uses LPG as an [...]
Table of contentsHow often should your LPG pigtails and regulators be changed?The LPG pigtails should be replaced every five years without failThe inspection will include checking all pigtails and regulators for any signs of damage or wear.It’s a good idea to protect them from the sunlight by using some form of protective cover.Ask your LPG installer which one he would recommend.The worst [...]
Table of contentsYou want to find a Local LPG plumber.You're not asking for much, are you?The main one is to ensure that they’re on the Gas Safe Register.Get in touch with the Gas Safe Register. No card no work.It's very important to check what work they’re qualified to do before you engage them. Ask friends and family for a recommendation.Request their Gas Safe licence number so you can [...]
Table of contentsCheck hoses regularly. Ensure properly secured with hose clips.Contact your LPG gas engineer to arrange for the LPG hoses to be replaced.You should be given details of three engineers local to you.EverryLPG hoses come with a date stamp on them, so you know how old the hose is.The same rules apply for many of the boatyards.Another reason for a safety inspection is insurance.The [...]
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