We've a Swift van with a gas BBQ point fitted and a bulkhead-type LPG regulator.
The fuss in the press about tarry deposit blockages on these regs is a bit worrying, particularly if we're abroad at the time, so I was wondering about getting a cheap bottle-top regulator (£5 or so) as an emergency spare. If needed I could isolate the built-in regulator (with the tap provided) and then attach a cylinder / reg externally via the BBQ point - but will this work?
According to the schematic in the manual, the BBQ point comes straight off the main pipe before the gas manifold, so I think it should be OK, but does anybody have an opinion if this safe & suitable as a "get you home" solution??
Thinking about it as long as you put the regulator in line somewhere I cannot see why not. as long as you can get to the isolator or bottle, to switch off in case of emergency.
physically yes, but technically no, its not designed for that, most have a warning sticker on them to that effect.
I cant see an insurance company looking favourably on it either, incorrect use of equipment etc.
plus if you have a bulkhead regulator it (and your appliances are designed to run at 30mB, where as propane runs at 37, and butane 28
I think a safe "get you home" solution might be a trip to the nearest supermarket for a one-burner, disposable cartridge stove to use in the awning? Cheap, simple, made for purpose and you can always use it on picnics too for brewing up a cuppa.
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Topic: Can I use the gas BBQ point as an input?
