{"id":11341,"date":"2025-02-12T11:50:18","date_gmt":"2025-02-12T10:50:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gok-blog.de\/?p=11341"},"modified":"2025-07-24T13:06:36","modified_gmt":"2025-07-24T11:06:36","slug":"must-gas-appliances-in-motorhomes-or-caravans-be-closed-during-fuel-refilling","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gok-blog.de\/en\/2025\/02\/12\/must-gas-appliances-in-motorhomes-or-caravans-be-closed-during-fuel-refilling\/","title":{"rendered":"Must gas appliances in motorhomes or caravans be closed during fuel refilling?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Content<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gok-blog.de\/en\/2025\/02\/12\/must-gas-appliances-in-motorhomes-or-caravans-be-closed-during-fuel-refilling\/#Legal_Regulations_and_Safety_Aspects\" >Legal Regulations and Safety Aspects<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gok-blog.de\/en\/2025\/02\/12\/must-gas-appliances-in-motorhomes-or-caravans-be-closed-during-fuel-refilling\/#LPG_Cylinders_in_the_Vehicle\" >LPG Cylinders in the Vehicle<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gok-blog.de\/en\/2025\/02\/12\/must-gas-appliances-in-motorhomes-or-caravans-be-closed-during-fuel-refilling\/#LPG_Tanks_in_the_Vehicle\" >LPG Tanks in the Vehicle<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gok-blog.de\/en\/2025\/02\/12\/must-gas-appliances-in-motorhomes-or-caravans-be-closed-during-fuel-refilling\/#Applicability_to_Systems_with_Crash_Sensors\" >Applicability to Systems with Crash Sensors<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gok-blog.de\/en\/2025\/02\/12\/must-gas-appliances-in-motorhomes-or-caravans-be-closed-during-fuel-refilling\/#Scope_Europe\" >Scope: Europe<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gok-blog.de\/en\/2025\/02\/12\/must-gas-appliances-in-motorhomes-or-caravans-be-closed-during-fuel-refilling\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gok-blog.de\/en\/2025\/02\/12\/must-gas-appliances-in-motorhomes-or-caravans-be-closed-during-fuel-refilling\/#FAQ_%E2%80%93_Gas_appliances_in_the_motorhome_while_refuelling\" >FAQ &#8211; Gas appliances in the motorhome while refuelling<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>When refueling motorhomes or caravans, the question often arises as to whether <strong>gas appliances<\/strong> must be turned off during this process. This question is not only relevant for personal safety but also in terms of legal regulations. In this article, we clarify which rules apply to the operation of gas appliances during the refueling process at the gas station and what needs to be considered.<!--more--><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Legal_Regulations_and_Safety_Aspects\"><\/span>Legal Regulations and Safety Aspects<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The <strong>EN 1949<\/strong> standard specifies the requirements for the installation of <strong>LPG systems<\/strong> in habitable leisure vehicles. According to this standard, all gas appliances must be turned off before the refueling process. In other words, campers must shut off the gas appliances at the designated valves. This is for safety reasons, as open flames or sparks in combination with escaping fuel vapors could lead to dangerous situations.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, the German Road Traffic Licensing Regulations (<strong>StVZO<\/strong>) stipulate that all devices that could affect the operational safety of the vehicle must be turned off during the refueling process. This includes gas appliances. According to <strong>\u00a7 60 StVZO<\/strong>, LPG systems must be designed and installed in such a way that they comply with recognized technical rules and can be operated safely. Furthermore, they must not impair the operational safety of the vehicle.<\/p>\n<p>Although \u00a7 60 does not explicitly state that gas appliances must be turned off during refueling, it is advisable to do so for safety reasons to avoid potential hazards from open flames or spark formation.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"LPG_Cylinders_in_the_Vehicle\"><\/span>LPG Cylinders in the Vehicle<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When using <strong>LPG cylinders<\/strong> in motorhomes and caravans, it is important to ensure that they are installed in designated and ventilated cylinder compartments. The <strong>EN 1949<\/strong> provides precise specifications to ensure safety. During the refueling of the vehicle, all gas appliances supplied by these cylinders should be turned off. Additionally, it must be ensured that no gas cylinders are exchanged or refilled during the refueling process.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"LPG_Tanks_in_the_Vehicle\"><\/span>LPG Tanks in the Vehicle<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Some vehicles are equipped with permanently installed <strong>LPG tanks<\/strong>. The safety regulations of DIN EN 1949 also apply here. It is advisable to turn off all gas appliances during the refueling of the vehicle to avoid potential hazards from open flames or spark formation.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_11331\" style=\"width: 1057px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gok-blog.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Gastank_Gaszufuhr-schliessen-waehrend-dem-Tanken.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-11331\" class=\"wp-image-11330 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gok-blog.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Gastank_Gaszufuhr-schliessen-waehrend-dem-Tanken.jpg\" alt=\"Wer im Camper einen fest verbauten Fl\u00fcssiggastank bzw. eine Tankgasflasche hat, muss auch gewisse Vorgaben beachten - sowohl beim Betanken des Fahrzeugs mit Kraftststoff als auch beim Bef\u00fcllen von Gastank bzw. Tankgasflasche. \" width=\"1047\" height=\"536\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gok-blog.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Gastank_Gaszufuhr-schliessen-waehrend-dem-Tanken.jpg 1047w, https:\/\/www.gok-blog.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Gastank_Gaszufuhr-schliessen-waehrend-dem-Tanken-300x154.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.gok-blog.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Gastank_Gaszufuhr-schliessen-waehrend-dem-Tanken-1030x527.jpg 1030w, https:\/\/www.gok-blog.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Gastank_Gaszufuhr-schliessen-waehrend-dem-Tanken-768x393.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.gok-blog.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Gastank_Gaszufuhr-schliessen-waehrend-dem-Tanken-705x361.jpg 705w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1047px) 100vw, 1047px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-11331\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Those with a built-in LPG tank or tank gas cylinder in their camper must also observe certain regulations\u2014both when refueling the vehicle and when filling the gas tank or tank gas cylinder.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>When refilling the LPG tank itself, special care must be taken, and the specific safety guidelines of the manufacturer as well as the applicable standards must be observed. Important: The EN 1949 specifies that the service valve (withdrawal valve) must be closed during the refueling of the gas tank. This applies equally to LPG tanks and the so-called tank gas cylinder.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Applicability_to_Systems_with_Crash_Sensors\"><\/span>Applicability to Systems with Crash Sensors<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p dir=\"auto\">The aforementioned requirement to close gas appliances during fuel refueling applies without exception <strong>to all types of LPG systems<\/strong> in leisure vehicles. It is particularly relevant for campers <a href=\"https:\/\/gok.de\/en\/LPG-systems-leisure-time\/Gas-supply-while-driving\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">with a crash sensor installed in the system<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"auto\">Only thanks to the crash sensor are operators of LPG systems in motorhomes or caravans allowed to use them while driving. However, even systems with a crash sensor must be closed when the camper is refueling the leisure vehicle at the petrol station. <a href=\"https:\/\/gok.de\/en\/LPG-systems-leisure-time\/Caravan-and-motor-caravan\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">All other conventional systems without a crash sensor<\/a> must be closed during travel.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_11333\" style=\"width: 1057px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gok-blog.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Produktfotos_SafeDrive_DriveTwo_DriveOne.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-11333\" class=\"wp-image-11332 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gok-blog.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Produktfotos_SafeDrive_DriveTwo_DriveOne.jpg\" alt=\"Betreiber von Fl\u00fcssiggasanlagen mit Crash-Sensor aufgepasst: Nur bei diesem Anlagentyp \u2013 also inklusive Crash-Sensor \u2013 d\u00fcrfen Gasger\u00e4te unterwegs mit LPG versorgt werden. Demzufolge m\u00fcssen Anlagen mit Crash-Sensor (im Bild eine Auswahl verschiedener Modelle) w\u00e4hrend des Tankvorgangs mit Kraftstoff geschlossen sein! Alle anderen Anlagen sind es ja ohnehin.\" width=\"1047\" height=\"849\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gok-blog.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Produktfotos_SafeDrive_DriveTwo_DriveOne.jpg 1047w, https:\/\/www.gok-blog.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Produktfotos_SafeDrive_DriveTwo_DriveOne-300x243.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.gok-blog.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Produktfotos_SafeDrive_DriveTwo_DriveOne-1030x835.jpg 1030w, https:\/\/www.gok-blog.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Produktfotos_SafeDrive_DriveTwo_DriveOne-768x623.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.gok-blog.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Produktfotos_SafeDrive_DriveTwo_DriveOne-495x400.jpg 495w, https:\/\/www.gok-blog.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Produktfotos_SafeDrive_DriveTwo_DriveOne-845x684.jpg 845w, https:\/\/www.gok-blog.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Produktfotos_SafeDrive_DriveTwo_DriveOne-705x572.jpg 705w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1047px) 100vw, 1047px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-11333\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Operators of LPG systems with crash sensors, take note: Only with this type of system\u2014including a crash sensor\u2014are gas appliances allowed to be supplied with LPG while on the move. Therefore, systems with crash sensors (the picture shows a choice of different models) must be closed during fuel refueling! All other systems must be closed anyway.<\/p><\/div>\n<div style=\"clear:both; margin-top:0em; margin-bottom:1em;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gok-blog.de\/en\/2021\/08\/16\/how-does-the-gok-crash-sensor-with-pendulum-work-and-what-are-the-advantages\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"dofollow\" class=\"u43e9745e462c00c8f7bc892677f64322\"><style> .u43e9745e462c00c8f7bc892677f64322 , .u43e9745e462c00c8f7bc892677f64322 .postImageUrl , .u43e9745e462c00c8f7bc892677f64322 .centered-text-area { min-height: 80px; position: relative; } .u43e9745e462c00c8f7bc892677f64322 , .u43e9745e462c00c8f7bc892677f64322:hover , .u43e9745e462c00c8f7bc892677f64322:visited , .u43e9745e462c00c8f7bc892677f64322:active { border:0!important; } .u43e9745e462c00c8f7bc892677f64322 .clearfix:after { content: \"\"; display: table; clear: both; } .u43e9745e462c00c8f7bc892677f64322 { display: block; transition: background-color 250ms; webkit-transition: background-color 250ms; width: 100%; opacity: 1; transition: opacity 250ms; webkit-transition: opacity 250ms; background-color: #2980B9; } .u43e9745e462c00c8f7bc892677f64322:active , .u43e9745e462c00c8f7bc892677f64322:hover { opacity: 1; transition: opacity 250ms; webkit-transition: opacity 250ms; background-color: #2980B9; } .u43e9745e462c00c8f7bc892677f64322 .centered-text-area { width: 100%; position: relative; } .u43e9745e462c00c8f7bc892677f64322 .ctaText { border-bottom: 0 solid #fff; color: #ECF0F1; font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold; margin: 0; padding: 0; text-decoration: underline; } .u43e9745e462c00c8f7bc892677f64322 .postTitle { color: #ECF0F1; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0; padding: 0; width: 100%; } .u43e9745e462c00c8f7bc892677f64322 .ctaButton { background-color: #3498DB!important; color: #ECF0F1; border: none; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: none; font-size: 14px; font-weight: bold; line-height: 26px; moz-border-radius: 3px; text-align: center; text-decoration: none; text-shadow: none; width: 80px; min-height: 80px; background: url(https:\/\/www.gok-blog.de\/wp-content\/plugins\/intelly-related-posts\/assets\/images\/simple-arrow.png)no-repeat; position: absolute; right: 0; top: 0; } .u43e9745e462c00c8f7bc892677f64322:hover .ctaButton { background-color: #3498DB!important; } .u43e9745e462c00c8f7bc892677f64322 .centered-text { display: table; height: 80px; padding-left: 18px; top: 0; } .u43e9745e462c00c8f7bc892677f64322 .u43e9745e462c00c8f7bc892677f64322-content { display: table-cell; margin: 0; padding: 0; padding-right: 108px; position: relative; vertical-align: middle; width: 100%; } .u43e9745e462c00c8f7bc892677f64322:after { content: \"\"; display: block; clear: both; } <\/style><div class=\"centered-text-area\"><div class=\"centered-text\" style=\"float: left;\"><div class=\"u43e9745e462c00c8f7bc892677f64322-content\"><span class=\"ctaText\"><\/span>&nbsp; <span class=\"postTitle\">How does the GOK crash sensor with pendulum work and what are the advantages?<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ctaButton\"><\/div><\/a><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Scope_Europe\"><\/span>Scope: Europe<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The EN 1949 is a European standard developed by the CEN (European Committee for Standardization). Therefore, this standard is binding for all member countries of the CEN and replaces existing national standards of the member countries. The CEN includes the participating nations of the EU as well as some non-EU countries like Serbia and Turkey.<\/p>\n<p>The DIN EN 1949 thus applies to all countries that are members of the CEN. This includes the member states of the European Union as well as some other European countries that have joined the CEN. This means that the mentioned safety regulations\u2014such as closing gas appliances during fuel refueling\u2014are <strong>binding for all member countries of the European Union<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The EN 1949 clearly states that gas appliances such as refrigerators or gas heaters must be closed during the refueling process such as gasoline or diesel\u2014as specified in Section 4.1. For safety reasons and to avoid risks from flammable vapors, it is essential to close the shut-off valves during the refueling process. This significantly contributes to the safety of handling LPG systems in motorhomes and caravans and minimizes potential hazards. The regulations apply to the member countries of the European Union as well as countries of the CEN (European Committee for Standardization).<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ_%E2%80%93_Gas_appliances_in_the_motorhome_while_refuelling\"><\/span>FAQ &#8211; Gas appliances in the motorhome while refuelling<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"118\" data-end=\"359\"><strong data-start=\"118\" data-end=\"195\">Do gas appliances in motorhomes have to be switched off while refuelling?<\/strong><br data-start=\"195\" data-end=\"198\" \/>Yes, according to DIN EN 1949, all gas appliances in a motorhome must be switched off and shut off at the respective shut-off valves during refuelling with fuel.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"361\" data-end=\"603\"><strong data-start=\"361\" data-end=\"457\">Does the requirement to switch off gas appliances also apply to systems with a crash sensor?<\/strong><br data-start=\"457\" data-end=\"460\" \/>Yes, even gas supply systems with a crash sensor must be shut off during refuelling with fuel. They may only remain in operation while driving.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"605\" data-end=\"824\"><strong data-start=\"605\" data-end=\"674\">Why is it necessary to switch off gas appliances when refuelling?<\/strong><br data-start=\"674\" data-end=\"677\" \/>Refuelling releases flammable vapours that could ignite through open flames or sparks. Shutting off gas appliances significantly reduces this risk.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"826\" data-end=\"1070\"><strong data-start=\"826\" data-end=\"931\">Do gas appliances supplied by a refillable gas cylinder also have to be switched off when refuelling?<\/strong><br data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"934\" \/>Yes, both permanently installed LPG tanks and so-called refillable gas cylinders must have their outlet valves closed during refuelling.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1072\" data-end=\"1261\"><strong data-start=\"1072\" data-end=\"1161\">Is it permitted to change or refill a gas cylinder in the motorhome while refuelling?<\/strong><br data-start=\"1161\" data-end=\"1164\" \/>No, gas cylinders must not be changed or refilled while the vehicle is being refuelled with fuel.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1263\" data-end=\"1529\"><strong data-start=\"1263\" data-end=\"1337\">Which countries are covered by the safety requirements of DIN EN 1949?<\/strong><br data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1340\" \/>The provisions of DIN EN 1949 apply in all countries that are members of the European Committee for Standardization (CEN) \u2013 including all EU member states and some other European countries.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1263\" data-end=\"1529\"><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Do gas appliances in motorhomes have to be switched off while refuelling?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Yes, according to DIN EN 1949, all gas appliances in a motorhome must be switched off and shut off at the respective shut-off valves during refuelling with fuel.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Does the requirement to switch off gas appliances also apply to systems with a crash sensor?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Yes, even gas supply systems with a crash sensor must be shut off during refuelling with fuel. 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