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Chapter 5 GENERAL
Ventilation
All ventilation complies with EN 721 and vents should not be obstructed
in any manner as this could lead to insufficient fresh air. In this case the
confined atmosphere becomes depleted of oxygen which leads to the
formation of the highly poisonous gas ‘carbon monoxide’. Carbon
Monoxide is odourless, colourless and tasteless and will rapidly cause
unconsciousness and death with little or no warning prior to collapse.
There is no danger when adequate ventilation is provided.
High level ventilation is via the roof lights. The mesh screens fitted should
be kept free of obstructions by dust, leaves, insects, etc. Inspect regularly
and use a brush and soapy water as necessary.
The mesh screens fitted should be kept free of obstructions by dust, leaves,
insects etc. Inspect regularly and use a brush and soapy water as necessary.
Warning: Under no circumstances should the caravan ventilation be
covered, blocked or tampered with in any way.
Petrol/Diesel Fumes
The fitting of a tail pipe deflector to your exhaust will reduce the possibility
of fumes entering your caravan through the front fixed ventilation points.
However, an extension fitted to an exhaust tail pipe will be illegal if it
projects excessively beyond the vehicle body or bumper.
Original Equipment Appliances
See sections devoted to individual appliances.
Warning: Replacement parts for any appliance shall conform to the
appliance manufacturer’s specification; and should be fitted by them
or an authorised agent.
FIRE AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (Continued)