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Can I operate 30 mbar gas equipment if the caravan or motorhome gas system has 50 mbar?

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Brand new caravans or motorhomes are now always fitted with an LPG system with a working pressure of 30 mbar (millibars). This is regulated in a standard which is binding for EU member states – EN 1949. Accordingly, most gas equipment for leisure vehicles, such as boilers, gas grills, stoves or heating systems, are also designed for the nominal pressure of 30 mbar. But what if the gas system is still running with 50 mbar? Read more

Can I operate a 50 millibar gas barbecue via the 30 millibar LPG system of my caravan/motor home?

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These days, barbecue is to camping what the cathedral is to Cologne. After a long period where barbecuing with charcoal dominated the scene, we are starting to see more and more gas barbecues on Germany’s campsites. It’s especially practical to connect this to the LPG system of the leisure vehicle. But be careful: If you don’t pay attention to the details, it will be as if you’re in an understaffed rowing boat. Read more

How do I find out whether the nominal pressure on the pressure regulator and gas equipment match?

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The nominal pressure must be indicated on the type label of the pressure regulator/pressure reducer as well as on the type label of the gas equipment. The system will only work properly if the two numbers and units correspond. Read more

This blog will never ask members of the public or unqualified persons to make changes to or fiddle around with technical systems themselves.

In accordance with the Industrial Safety Regulation (BetrSichV), a qualified person must take care of a system which requires monitoring.

A qualified person is someone who has the specific specialist knowledge required. This knowledge is gained by way of a professional apprenticeship, corresponding professional experience or current occupational activity.

Please note that the texts are based on information, regulations and standards for Germany. Please always check the rules and regulations in the relevant country of destination and consult specialists if necessary.

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