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Can I have a German LPG cylinder filled abroad?

22. August 2016/in Caravanning & Camping, Gas Regulator, Gas Cylinder & more, LPG Leisure Time

You can also fill an LPG cylinder with a German connection abroad if you have GOK adapters. These are particularly helpful for caravan and motor caravan owners travelling in Europe for longer periods.

What components do I need to operate gas equipment in the caravan and motor caravan while driving?

25. July 2016/in Caravanning & Camping, LPG Leisure Time

GOK shows what the owner of a caravan/motor caravan must pay attention to if they wish to heat while driving or generally operate gas equipment while driving.

How do I find out whether the nominal pressure on the pressure regulator and gas equipment match?

18. July 2016/in Caravanning & Camping, Gas Regulator, Gas Cylinder & more, Gas Regulator, Gas Cylinder & more, Grill & BBQ, LPG Everyday, LPG in Commerce, LPG in Private Housholds, LPG Leisure Time, Marine

The outlet pressure of the pressure regulator/pressure reducer should correspond to the working pressure of gas barbecue, radiant heater or outdoor heater, otherwise there is a risk of malfunctions.

How do I find out the number of cylinders required for an LPG cylinder system?

4. July 2016/in LPG Everyday, LPG in Commerce, LPG in Private Housholds

The correct number of gas cylinders in an LPG multiple cylinder system depends on the output of the gas equipment and the maximum withdrawal output from the gas cylinder.

Can the hose assembly for the stove connection set be longer than 40 centimetres when used privately indoors?

27. June 2016/in LPG Everyday, LPG in Private Housholds

According to the TRF, hose assemblies must not be longer than 40 centimetres. This also applies when connecting a gas stove to the stove connection set.

How do I find the right pressure regulator for outdoor heaters, radiant heaters or patio heaters?

13. June 2016/in LPG Everyday, LPG in Commerce, LPG in Private Housholds

Outdoor heaters, radiant heaters and patio heaters operated with LPG are becoming increasingly popular. You can find the right pressure regulator/pressure reducer by reading this article.

Is it mandatory to have a gas anti-tilt device for outdoor heaters, patio heaters and radiant heaters?

6. June 2016/in LPG Everyday, LPG in Commerce, LPG in Private Housholds

The gas anti-tilt device is mandatory for portable gas heaters such as outdoor heaters, patio heaters or radiant heaters if they can tip over.

How do I identify the year of manufacture of a pressure regulator from GOK?

30. May 2016/in Gas Regulator, Gas Cylinder & more, Gas Regulator, Gas Cylinder & more, LPG Everyday, LPG Leisure Time

You will always find the year of manufacture at the bottom of the type label of the GOK pressure regulator/pressure reducer for LPG.

Which GOK components do I need as a private individual for my gas barbecue?

12. May 2016/in Grill & BBQ, LPG Leisure Time

For the gas barbecue, you require a pressure regulator/pressure reducer and a hose assembly. In some cases, an excess flow device is required.

How do commercial operation and private operation of a gas barbecue differ?

10. May 2016/in Grill & BBQ, LPG Everyday, LPG in Commerce, LPG Leisure Time

The question whether you’re using the gas barbecue commercially or privately has an impact on inspection and replacement periods, pressure regulators and excess flow devices.

Information regarding technical systems

This blog will never ask members of the public or unqualified persons to make changes to or fiddle around with technical systems themselves.

In accordance with the Industrial Safety Regulation (BetrSichV), a qualified person must take care of a system which requires monitoring.

A qualified person is someone who has the specific specialist knowledge required. This knowledge is gained by way of a professional apprenticeship, corresponding professional experience or current occupational activity.

Please note that the texts are based on information, regulations and standards for Germany. Please always check the rules and regulations in the relevant country of destination and consult specialists if necessary.