In Great Britain, the standard BS EN 1949 applies to the installation and operation of LPG systems in motorhomes and caravans. Among other things, it stipulates that the standard supply pressure has been 30 mbar since 2003 \u2013 identical to the European EN 1949<\/strong>. Older systems with 50 mbar may continue to be used as long as they are technically sound.<\/p>\n Work on the gas system may only be carried out by companies registered with Gas Safe<\/strong> that hold a specific LPG approval for leisure vehicles. Gas Safe is the only official gas registration body<\/strong> for gas businesses and engineers in the United Kingdom, on the Isle of Man, Jersey, and Guernsey. By law, all gas businesses must be listed in the Gas Safe Register.<\/p>\n The inspection of the gas installation or gas safety inspection is carried out by a certified Gas Safe Registered Engineer. If you require a repair or modification while on the road, you should specifically look for such companies.<\/p>\n When entering by ferry or Eurotunnel<\/strong>, special safety regulations apply:<\/p>\n It is advisable to check the exact rules of your chosen ferry company or tunnel operator before travelling and to plan extra time for the safety checks.<\/p>\n In Great Britain, propane and butane are most commonly used. Propane is suitable for year-round use, as it vaporises even at sub-zero temperatures. Butane is cheaper, but loses its gaseous form below 0 \u00b0C \u2013 meaning no vaporisation occurs \u2013 and is therefore only suitable for warmer seasons.<\/p>\n The main suppliers are Calor Gas<\/strong>, Flogas<\/strong>, and Campingaz<\/strong>. Calor and Flogas operate an exchange system with rental cylinders, where you pay a deposit and the first filling. Campingaz cylinders are available throughout Europe but are significantly more expensive and smaller, making them more of an emergency option.<\/p>\n Important<\/strong>: German cylinders cannot be exchanged or legally refilled in Great Britain. For longer trips, you should therefore rent a British cylinder locally or use a refillable system. Cylinder sizes vary \u2013 13-kg propane cylinders are widespread and usually fit into the gas compartments of German vehicles, but it is still advisable to check size and weight in advance.<\/p>\n British cylinders have different connections depending on the type of gas:<\/p>\n For operating German gas systems, a suitable adapter\/connector or a pigtail with a UK connection (Brit. POL) is required. Adapter sets such as the GOK Euro Set<\/a> contain the most common European connections.<\/p>\n Practical tip: It is best to purchase adapters before your trip from a specialist retailer<\/strong>. Finding them locally can be time-consuming, and not every dealer stocks all versions. Make sure you choose the correct adapter for your cylinder(s) (gas type) to avoid leaks and incorrect connections.<\/p>\n<\/span>Regulations and safety when entering the country<\/span><\/h2>\n
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