9. Owner/Operator Testing
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Statutory Documents - MCA Publications - MGN 280 - Small Vessels in Commercial Use for Sport or Pleasure, Workboats and Pilot Boats - Alternative Construction Standards - Annex 5 - Liquid Petroleum Gas Installation for Domestic Use - 9. Owner/Operator Testing

9. Owner/Operator Testing

 It is strongly recommended that LPG systems are tested for leakage regularly. All connections should be checked by;

  • .1 routine observation of the bubble leak detector (if fitted),

  • .2 observation of the pressure gauge for pressure drop with the appliance valves closed and cylinder valve opened then closed (if fitted with gauge on supply pressure side),

  • .3 visual inspection,

  • .4 manual leak testing, (without breaking into the system)

  • .5 testing with soapy water or detergent solution (with appliance-burner valves closed, and cylinder and system valves open). CAUTION - Do not use solutions containing ammonia

    • If leakage is present, close the cylinder valve and have the system repaired before further use. WARNING - NEVER USE A NAKED FLAME TO CHECK FOR LEAKS.

Parent topic: Annex 5 - Liquid Petroleum Gas Installation for Domestic Use
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