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Quote: Originally posted by jennifernn on 27/7/2011

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I have only ever seen one service area where it said using the gas was prohibited.

Why should it be prohibited?

We are not stopped near fuel filling. The caravan parking is invariably as far away from anything as possible.

When we stop, we light the fridge on gas, get the kettle on on the gas hob if we want a hot drink. Even run the gas heating if it is cold.

We set the table, get out the food, and enjoy a relaxing lunch, with a snooze afterwards.

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Quote: Originally posted by jennifernn on 27/7/2011

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I have only ever seen one service area where it said using the gas was prohibited.

Why should it be prohibited?

We are not stopped near fuel filling. The caravan parking is invariably as far away from anything as possible.

When we stop, we light the fridge on gas, get the kettle on on the gas hob if we want a hot drink. Even run the gas heating if it is cold.

We set the table, get out the food, and enjoy a relaxing lunch, with a snooze afterwards.

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5. Gas Operation Caravan refrigerators can be operated on both types of LPG (see separate data sheet on the subject). It is important that the gas pressure shown on the data plate corresponds with your gas regulator. Because of safety risks, it is strongly recommended that you do not operate on bottled gas whilst on tow. A naked flame is prohibited at petrol stations, motorway service areas and in most tunnels.

You cannot use any gas appliance, portable or fitted in your caravan, at a Motorway Service Area.  This includes running the fridge on gas.  Even if there is no sign, it is illegal.

Jim

You learn something new everyday, We have done that tons of times! oops.

(and have never thought to lower corner steadies when we pop into the van in over 8 years!- Will start doing so now! )

Quote: Originally posted by Greendemon315 on 28/7/2011

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From the Caravan Club's leaflet

 

5. Gas Operation Caravan refrigerators can be operated on both types of LPG (see separate data sheet on the subject). It is important that the gas pressure shown on the data plate corresponds with your gas regulator. Because of safety risks, it is strongly recommended that you do not operate on bottled gas whilst on tow. A naked flame is prohibited at petrol stations, motorway service areas and in most tunnels.

You cannot use any gas appliance, portable or fitted in your caravan, at a Motorway Service Area.  This includes running the fridge on gas.  Even if t,yehere is no sign, it is illegal.

Jim

so all the vans what stop overnight do not  make a cup of tea  on the cooker   

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Thanks everyone for your input. It's great to get tips from those more experienced than myself. I think for the time being, my approach will be steadies down, big flask and stay with the van as I don't want to be a statistic even if the probability of having my van stolen is very small. I'll certainly keep an eye on future forums and hopefully you will all be as helpful when I return from my imminent trip undoubtedly with more questions. Thanks again.

David

Hi, Have to agree with Jim,

I have only ever seen one service area where it said using the gas was prohibited.

Why should it be prohibited?

We are not stopped near fuel filling. The caravan parking is invariably as far away from anything as possible.

When we stop, we light the fridge on gas, get the kettle on on the gas hob if we want a hot drink. Even run the gas heating if it is cold.

We set the table, get out the food, and enjoy a relaxing lunch, with a snooze afterwards.

That is why caravans are as far away from petrol vapours as possible, 5 or 6 cars filling up with petrol will cause a lot of vapour and can drift some distance, prohibiting the use of gas will reduce the risk of explosion or fire, yours gas will draw in surrounding air through your vents, there could be petrol vapours being drawn in as well, End of care free holiday. Why not try an AC invertor plug in DC socket in car use your small AC kettle, or use flask.

I bought a pump pot as they hold more than a flask. (Argos)

I know the filling stations are some distance away from the parking area:

But take a look at the ground in the parking area

It's splattered with oil, diesel and petrol stains etc...mmmm, nice fire hazard.

I think I'll just stick with using the pump pot for a cuppa.

Quote: Originally posted by jennifernn on 29/7/2011

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So how far away from a fuel filling area is safe? How far do these vapours travel?

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