Statutory Documents - MCA Publications - LY3 - The Large Commercial Yacht Code - Annex 3 Open Flame Gas Installations - 3 Cylinders and Attachments
3 Cylinders and Attachments
3.1 Each system shall be fitted with a readily accessible, manually operated isolating valve in the supply pressure part of the system.
3.2 In multiple container installations, a non-return valve should be placed in the supply line near to the stop valve on each container. If a change-over device is used (automatic or manual), it should be provided with non-return valves to isolate any depleted container.
3.3 Where more than one container can supply a system, the system should not be used with a container removed, unless the unattached pipe is fitted with a suitable gas tight plug arrangement.
3.4 Containers not in use or not being fitted into an installation should have the protecting cap in place over the container valve.
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