Where can I find the ABYC guidelines for propane installation on a boat. Thanks Yves Langlois S/V Opium
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ABYC standards aren't free
Unless someone who has bought the standard you'e looking for has posted it somewhere on the net, or you know a good surveyor, you'll have buy it from ABYC...IF it exists. Since there are very specific CG safety regs concerning propane storage, there may not be an ABYC standard. The CG regs ARE free, btw...
Unless someone who has bought the standard you'e looking for has posted it somewhere on the net, or you know a good surveyor, you'll have buy it from ABYC...IF it exists. Since there are very specific CG safety regs concerning propane storage, there may not be an ABYC standard. The CG regs ARE free, btw...
ABYC
Standards for propane are in Section A 1. Check with a good surveyor, he or she may help you out.
Standards for propane are in Section A 1. Check with a good surveyor, he or she may help you out.
For Propane Standards use NFPA Codes
For standards about proper installation of propane in vessels less than 300 tons I'd recommend you use NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) code. NFPA 302: Fire Protection Standard for Pleasure and Commercial Motor Craft, 1998 Edition at http://www.sailboatowners.com/forums/pview.tpl?sku=2003104200053.3&forumabr=aao&fno=2#write To see what's in it select "Table of Contents" (in fine print). Cost $31.00
For standards about proper installation of propane in vessels less than 300 tons I'd recommend you use NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) code. NFPA 302: Fire Protection Standard for Pleasure and Commercial Motor Craft, 1998 Edition at http://www.sailboatowners.com/forums/pview.tpl?sku=2003104200053.3&forumabr=aao&fno=2#write To see what's in it select "Table of Contents" (in fine print). Cost $31.00
Another Good Source
I found my Boat/US insurance underwriter to be a very good source and a big help. They faxed me an artical concerning Propane installations in boats from their "Seaworthy" magazine (July 1984) and a few of the appropriate pages from the ABYC specs.
I found my Boat/US insurance underwriter to be a very good source and a big help. They faxed me an artical concerning Propane installations in boats from their "Seaworthy" magazine (July 1984) and a few of the appropriate pages from the ABYC specs.
ABYC is more strict that NFPA in this case
I think that Propane is in the fuel section. The last few times I bought LPG-related stuff (gas detector, solenoid, etc.) I got a copy of the regs in the package. There are few high level things to keep in mind. the tank and any connection (solenoid, tee for BBQ,etc.) must be such that it is in a sealed compartment that opens only to the outside of the boat, and is vented. There are restrictions on the size of the vent and placement relative to exhaust. Your line should run all the way to the appliance. No connecting short pieces together along the way. There are also requirements for leak detection, and suggestions for leak testing on regular basis. All good given that propane collects in the bilge and explodes. http://www.sailnet.com/collections/articles/index.cfm?articleid=woodto0070 westmarine may also have some info.
I think that Propane is in the fuel section. The last few times I bought LPG-related stuff (gas detector, solenoid, etc.) I got a copy of the regs in the package. There are few high level things to keep in mind. the tank and any connection (solenoid, tee for BBQ,etc.) must be such that it is in a sealed compartment that opens only to the outside of the boat, and is vented. There are restrictions on the size of the vent and placement relative to exhaust. Your line should run all the way to the appliance. No connecting short pieces together along the way. There are also requirements for leak detection, and suggestions for leak testing on regular basis. All good given that propane collects in the bilge and explodes. http://www.sailnet.com/collections/articles/index.cfm?articleid=woodto0070 westmarine may also have some info.
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