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Which GOK products can I use to replace DuoControl or DuoComfort from Truma after ten years?

30. October 2019/in Caravanning & Camping, LPG Leisure Time

Wearing parts of the gas system in motor caravans or caravans must be replaced by the camper after ten years from the date of manufacture at the latest. These include, in particular, gas pressure regulators or changeover valves. In existing systems, you often find designations on the components such as DuoControl or DuoComfort. We’ll tell you which products from the Caramatic line from GOK can be used as a replacement. Read more

What does the marking on the gok gas hose mean?

31. July 2017/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 orange gas hose from GOK has a few details printed on the material – some of which will certainly be obscure to users. This is why we have decided to show you in this article which data is printed on the hose assemblies and which is not. Read more

What inspection and replacement periods do I have to observe with an LPG system on the boat?

14. November 2016/in LPG Leisure Time, Marine

Something many people don’t know: Similar to the examination by TÜV for cars, the components of the LPG system – and not least the system itself – are subject to defined inspection and replacement periods on boats and ships.

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

Each pressure regulator from GOK has a type label. The most important (output) features of the fitting are printed here, including the year of manufacture. Read more

How do I know when I need to replace the components of my LPG system?

31. March 2016/in General

For LPG systems, there are different technical rules depending on the application. These include replacement periods for components such as pressure regulators and hose assemblies. GOK will tell you when you need to replace them.

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.