LPG inspection
1-10 System gastightness
Reasons for rejection
Condition and performance
1. With LPG in the container and fuel lines full of LPG liquid, and all pipe connections tested for leaks, a leak is indicated.
2. With LPG in the container and fuel lines full of LPG liquid, and all valves tested for leaks in both open and closed positions, a leak is indicated.
Note 1
Guidance on acceptable leak detection methods are given in AS/NZS 1425: 2003 appendix C.
Summary of legislation
Applicable legislation
- Land Transport Rule: Vehicle Standards Compliance 2002
- Land Transport Rule: Vehicle Equipment 2004
- AS/NZS1425: 2003, section 6.9.2(a).
Condition and performance
1. Pipe and component connections must be gastight.
2. All manual valves must be gas tight in both open and closed positions.