Propane gas system
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Propane gas system
See diagram at page
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One 3 Kg. propane tank is installed in the special compartment in
the cockpit area under the helmsman sit that has an indipendent
drain on the port top side.
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The system is equipped with a regulator with an automatic cut off
valve.
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The tank is connected with an approved hose clamped in place to
the copper piping that reaches the galley area. The piping runs
along the hull on the port side of the yacht and exits into the stove
compartment with an interception valve.
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An approved flexible hose, clamped in place, connects the copper
tubing with the stove allowing it to swing on its gimbals.
Stove Lighting Instructions
To light a burner:
• Open the valve on the propane tank in the cockpit locker.
• Open the interception valve behind the stove.
• Choose the appropriate burner and light up keeping the knob
pushed for a few seconds to activate the safety thermo couple
valve.
Caution: The safety thermo couple valve, after a few years use,
might deteriorate and need replacing by specialized personnel.
Caution
• The system contains propane gas under pressure that can be
dangerous if leaks develop.
• All open flames, especially propane stoves, must be used with
extreme caution.
• All open flames may ignite fires on board the yacht.
• When leaving the boat unattended:
- close the valve in the galley compartment
- close the valve on the propane tanks in the aft cockpit.
