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Personsteve2020
20/3/2010 at 3:53pm
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Yet again by using this great website I've saved money doing jobs on our van. My original post is as follows:



Hello there

I have an ABI Manhatten 520/4 2000 It has an Electrolux fridge installed which I'm having problems with. It works on 240v and also off the "s" socket from towbar however because of the amount of time the fridge takes to cool down when we get to a campsite we decided to cool the fridge down with the gas bottle before we set off on our journey and then switch it over to the car to maintain temperature whilst travelling. The problem is I can't get the damn thing to light off gas, I've tried holding down the ignition for ages (approx 2 mins) to no avail. I can see that the pilot light is burning but it won't stay alight after letting go of the ignition.

I'm thinking that if i can remove the fridge to gain access to the rear of it then i might be able to suss out the problem. I've tried gaining access via the exterior vents but it's very limited. Does anybody know an easy way to remove the fridge from inside the van without disturbing the surrounding trim, I have located 4 large plastic type screws in the fridge 2 are adjascent to each other on either side. Does anybody know If this is how it slides out and will this expose the rear sufficiently enough to clean it out and have a good look at it.


Not only have I repaired the fridge with the help from many kind people on this site like my dad,Navver & Arc systems just to name three but I've also installed an Isolator switch, repaired my Truma heater that wouldn't work on gas. Repaired taps, Fixed my underslung tyre carrier & also learnt how to work out how much current certain appliances draw with the aid of a multi meter. All in all I'd say that this site has saved me well in exess of £300..
I'd say that our van was in pretty good condition for a 2000 model but now all these jobs are done It means It'll have a new lease of life as we don't have to rely on electric hook up.

I can't recommend highly enough that with the help of this site you should give almost any a go yourself as believe me I'm not much of a DIYer so if i can do it anybody can..

All in all I'm absolutelty thrilled with this site and It's members. 10/10

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Did anyone mention the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998 which state that no one shall carry out any work in relation to a gas fitting unless he is competent to do so. i.e suitably trained.  You mentioned a problem with the gas, that's all.

You should have a look at your insurance policy to see whether, if you do not fall into the "competent" category (under the Regs) you may have negated the policy

Phil



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PersonUlti-Mates
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Good advice Phil....

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Personsteve2020
20/3/2010 at 6:52pm
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Quote: Originally posted by cwdc56768 on 20/3/2010

Did anyone mention the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998 which state that no one shall carry out any work in relation to a gas fitting unless he is competent to do so. i.e suitably trained.  You mentioned a problem with the gas, that's all.

You should have a look at your insurance policy to see whether, if you do not fall into the "competent" category (under the Regs) you may have negated the policy

Phil



Ooops...shame on me for brushing out the burner with a paint brush.

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Quote: Originally posted by cwdc56768 on 20/3/2010

Did anyone mention the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998 which state that no one shall carry out any work in relation to a gas fitting unless he is competent to do so. i.e suitably trained.  You mentioned a problem with the gas, that's all.

You should have a look at your insurance policy to see whether, if you do not fall into the "competent" category (under the Regs) you may have negated the policy

Phil




Don't know about training Phil, at one time all you had to do was pay Corgi a suitable amount of money and you were approved - along with anyone you happened to have working for you..

Used to see a lot of shoddy work done by Corgi registered fitters


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Following on, I asked the CC insurance underwriters this question a few years ago, answer was, as long as the work is carried out with 'due care' then the insurance would stand.

So make sure you use due care, whatever than is?!

Seriously, no one should attempt work on gas or electrical including 12 volt stuff, unless they have a damn good idea of what their doing, it's peoples lives at stake including your own and your kids!

Nevertheless, thanks Steve for the mention and glad your sorted


Personzara
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HSE states that the person carrying out the gas work must be compedent, you can do the work yourself if compedent to do so.


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HSE states that I can work on a gas appliance in work with a 2 inch gas main coming in, as a "competent person", but not remove the lid on my gas cooker as I am not registered "gas safe."

Where's the sense in that?


Personmichael
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the guys who manage this web site deserve a pat on the back too.

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Hi all[:)]

My humble opinion always think Safety!!! [:o)]yours and your Family's, some DIY every body try's but Certain area's[:errr:] of Gas and Electric are best left in my opinion to the well trained, Happy and safe Caravaning to all our Members[:D]



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Personcwdc56768
21/3/2010 at 11:40am
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Interesting few comments on here about DIY gas work. Just a cautionary note, by law, you must be on the Gas Safe Register to carry out gas work in Great Britain and the Isle of Man. From 1st Apri l2010 that will also apply to Northern Ireland.

Phil



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Quote: Originally posted by cwdc56768 on 21/3/2010

Interesting few comments on here about DIY gas work. Just a cautionary note, by law, you must be on the Gas Safe Register to carry out gas work in Great Britain and the Isle of Man. From 1st Apri l2010 that will also apply to Northern Ireland.

Phil



Not on industrial installations of over 25mm.



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