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Hi,

I would like to install an oven in my 1990 Sprite Alpine. The space for the oven is there in the form of a large cupboard underneath the two ring burner and grille. I have bought a second hand oven from a guy who was breaking a couple of vans, it's an Optimus 6020 and it looks very similar to the Rose oven I had in my Bailey, It even has Edward Rose on the back of it.

The reason I want an oven is I used the oven alot in my first van and I think I will miss it if I don't fit one.

Anyway, My question is, Do I need a vent at the rear of the oven to the outside ? I remember my Bailey had one in the back panel as the kitchen area was at the back but in my Sprite it's down the side. I have seen some vans fitted with an oven and no vent to the outside.

I really would like to avoid cutting a hole but If I do need one I guess I'll have to get the cutting tools out. Could I get away with lining the inside of the cupboard with some sheet steel ?

The Oven I've got looks like it might have been a free standing one looking at the brackets on it and it has an outer casing which is painted/coated. I've lifted the top off and it's insulated between the outer casing and the inner wall of the oven.

Any advice much appreciated.

Matt.

Matt,

Given the CO emissions inherent with any gas oven, would respectfully suggest taking expert advice for your project.

PS, I agree that an oven in a 'van is great!

Quote: Originally posted by CortinaMatt on 08/3/2012

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Hi,

I would like to install an oven in my 1990 Sprite Alpine. The space for the oven is there in the form of a large cupboard underneath the two ring burner and grille. I have bought a second hand oven from a guy who was breaking a couple of vans, it's an Optimus 6020 and it looks very similar to the Rose oven I had in my Bailey, It even has Edward Rose on the back of it.

The reason I want an oven is I used the oven alot in my first van and I think I will miss it if I don't fit one.

Anyway, My question is, Do I need a vent at the rear of the oven to the outside ? I remember my Bailey had one in the back panel as the kitchen area was at the back but in my Sprite it's down the side. I have seen some vans fitted with an oven and no vent to the outside.

I really would like to avoid cutting a hole but If I do need one I guess I'll have to get the cutting tools out. Could I get away with lining the inside of the cupboard with some sheet steel ?

The Oven I've got looks like it might have been a free standing one looking at the brackets on it and it has an outer casing which is painted/coated. I've lifted the top off and it's insulated between the outer casing and the inner wall of the oven.

Any advice much appreciated.

Matt.

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Hi Matt, your proposed oven may need a vent, but as suggested seek expert advice on this, regarding the steel sheet, I found that if you go to a plumbers merchants the have a fibre heat resistant board (looks similar to the old asbestos board) it is light and not that pricey, sorry cant remember what the board is called, the heat from oven will not transfer to any of the caravans wooden interior.  

Thanks for the advice. I will get some expert advice before doing anything, Theres a caravan centre fairly local to me and the chap who owns it seems like a nice guy, I will get some advice from him if he's willing.

Cheers for pointing out the heat resistant board, I will look into that if I finally go ahead and fit the oven, That's if it doesn't end up on ebay first!

Thanks again guys

Have you given any thought to getting a halogen oven I find mine invaluable and I haven't used the caravan oven since buying it.

Sue.

Quote: Originally posted by jhsw on 08/3/2012

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Quote: Originally posted by CortinaMatt on 08/3/2012

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Hi,

I would like to install an oven in my 1990 Sprite Alpine. The space for the oven is there in the form of a large cupboard underneath the two ring burner and grille. I have bought a second hand oven from a guy who was breaking a couple of vans, it's an Optimus 6020 and it looks very similar to the Rose oven I had in my Bailey, It even has Edward Rose on the back of it.

The reason I want an oven is I used the oven alot in my first van and I think I will miss it if I don't fit one.

Anyway, My question is, Do I need a vent at the rear of the oven to the outside ? I remember my Bailey had one in the back panel as the kitchen area was at the back but in my Sprite it's down the side. I have seen some vans fitted with an oven and no vent to the outside.

I really would like to avoid cutting a hole but If I do need one I guess I'll have to get the cutting tools out. Could I get away with lining the inside of the cupboard with some sheet steel ?

The Oven I've got looks like it might have been a free standing one looking at the brackets on it and it has an outer casing which is painted/coated. I've lifted the top off and it's insulated between the outer casing and the inner wall of the oven.

Any advice much appreciated.

Matt.

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<P style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt" class=MsoNormal><SPAN lang=EN-GB><FONT face="Times New Roman">Hi Matt, your proposed oven may need a vent, but as suggested seek expert advice on this, regarding the steel sheet, I found that if you go to a plumbers merchants the have a fibre heat resistant board (looks similar to the old asbestos board) it is light and not that pricey, sorry cant remember what the board is called, the heat from oven will not transfer to any of the caravans wooden interior. <SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN></SPAN>

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Halogen oven ? Sounds interesting.

What sort of power do these things use ? are they hookup friendly ?

Have you got a link so I can have a look ? I'll have a quick look on ebay first.

Many thanks

My first M/home had a Rose oven,with No outside vent,and I have fitted a new Smev oven in a new M/Home,and no vent is needed for it,as it is totaly sealed all round.and the heat comes out the front top grill just like my Rose oven did.

this is our old van with the Rose oven in,you can see the fridge vents,the oven was right at side of the Hab door,and as you can see there are No vents.

Quote: Originally posted by CortinaMatt on 09/3/2012

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Halogen oven ? Sounds interesting.

What sort of power do these things use ? are they hookup friendly ?

Have you got a link so I can have a look ? I'll have a quick look on ebay first.

Many thanks

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Have a look here

http://www.ukcampsite.co.uk/chatter/search.asp?search=halogen+oven&searchMode=phrase&searchIn=Topic&forum=0&searchSort=dateDESC&ly=1&Submit=Start+Search

Plenty of reading here to keep you busy.

Sue.

Why not fit a small electric mini-oven or a microwave with convection or grill It would be better than messing with the gas or hacking holes every where

We have an halogen oven (to save gas) when on hookup and find it excellent It does a whole chicken in about 11/2 hours Not bad for 1200 watts

I have just made fruit scones in my halogen oven and they are delicious

Sue.