LPG equipment and accessories - LPG propulsion systems for boats, yachts and other craft

This European Standard specifies the requirements for the LPG propulsion systems on craft with hull lengths less than or equal to 24 meters, as defined by Directive 94/25/EEC. This European Standard does not cover appliances with directly attached gas cylinders, such as portable self-contained camping stoves and portable gas lamps. This European Standard is not intended to regulate technical requirements for LPG cylinders, which are subject to national regulations.

Flüssiggas (LPG) Geräte und Ausrüstungsteile - Flüssiggas (LPG) Antriebssysteme für Boote, Jachten und andere Wasserfahrzeuge

Diese Europäische Norm legt Anforderungen an LPG-Antriebsanlagen von Wasserfahrzeugen mit Rumpflängen bis einschließlich 24 m, einschließlich der in der Richtlinie 94/25/EG definierten Sportboote, fest.
Diese Europäische Norm gilt nicht für direkt an Gasflaschen angebrachte Einrichtungen, wie tragbare eigenständige Campingkocher und tragbare Gaslampen.

Équipements pour gaz de pétrole liquéfié et leurs accessoires - Systèmes de propulsion GPL des bateaux, yachts et autres navires

La présente Norme européenne spécifie les exigences relatives aux systèmes de propulsion GPL des bateaux dont la longueur de coque est inférieure ou égale à 24 m, y compris celles définies dans la Directive 94/25/CE.
La présente Norme européenne ne couvre pas les appareils fixés directement sur les bouteilles à gaz, tels que les réchauds de camping portatifs et les lampes à gaz portatives.

Oprema in pribor za utekočinjeni naftni plin (UNP) - Pogonski sistemi na utekočinjeni naftni plin (UNP) za čolne, jahte in druga plovila

Ta evropski standard določa zahteve za pogonske sisteme na utekočinjeni naftni plin (LPG) na plovilih, katerih dolžina trupa je manjša ali enaka 24 m, kot je določeno v Direktivi 94/25/EGS. Ta evropski standard ne vključuje aparatov z neposredno pritrjenimi plinskimi jeklenkami, kot so prenosne samostojne peči za taborjenje in prenosne plinske svetilke. Ta evropski standard ni namenjen urejanju tehničnih zahtev za jeklenke za utekočinjeni naftni plin, za katere veljajo nacionalni predpisi.

General Information

Status
Withdrawn
Public Enquiry End Date
19-Oct-2010
Publication Date
20-Aug-2012
Withdrawal Date
16-Jan-2022
Technical Committee
Current Stage
9900 - Withdrawal (Adopted Project)
Start Date
17-Jan-2022
Due Date
09-Feb-2022
Completion Date
17-Jan-2022

Relations

Buy Standard

Standard
EN 15609:2012
English language
41 pages
sale 10% off
Preview
sale 10% off
Preview
e-Library read for
1 day

Standards Content (Sample)

2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Flüssiggas (LPG) Geräte und Ausrüstungsteile - Flüssiggas (LPG) Antriebssysteme für Boote, Jachten und andere WasserfahrzeugeÉquipements pour gaz de pétrole liquéfié et leurs accessoires - Systèmes de propulsion GPL des bateaux, yachts et autres naviresLPG equipment and accessories - LPG propulsion systems for boats, yachts and other craft47.020.01Splošni standardi v zvezi z ladjedelništvom in konstrukcijami na morjuGeneral standards related to shipbuilding and marine structures23.020.20Posode in vsebniki, montirani na vozilaVessels and containers mounted on vehiclesICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 15609:2012SIST EN 15609:2012en,fr,de01-september-2012SIST EN 15609:2012SLOVENSKI
STANDARDSIST EN 15609:20091DGRPHãþD



SIST EN 15609:2012



EUROPEAN STANDARD NORME EUROPÉENNE EUROPÄISCHE NORM
EN 15609
April 2012 ICS 47.020.20; 47.080 Supersedes EN 15609:2008English Version
LPG equipment and accessories - LPG propulsion systems for boats, yachts and other craft
Equipements pour gaz de pétrole liquéfié et leurs accessoires - Systèmes de propulsion GPL des bateaux, yachts et autres navires
Flüssiggas-Geräte und Ausrüstungsteile - Flüssiggas-(LPG-) Antriebsanlagen für Boote, Jachten und andere Wasserfahrzeuge This European Standard was approved by CEN on 16 March 2012.
CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this European Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such national standards may be obtained on application to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre or to any CEN member.
This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by translation under the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre has the same status as the official versions.
CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and United Kingdom.
EUROPEAN COMMITTEE FOR STANDARDIZATION
COMITÉ EUROPÉEN DE NORMALISATION EUROPÄISCHES KOMITEE FÜR NORMUNG
Management Centre:
Avenue Marnix 17,
B-1000 Brussels © 2012 CEN All rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reserved worldwide for CEN national Members. Ref. No. EN 15609:2012: ESIST EN 15609:2012



EN 15609:2012 (E) 2 Contents Page Foreword .4Introduction .51 Scope .62 Normative references .63 Terms and definitions .74 Components . 104.1 General provisions . 104.2 LPG containers . 104.2.1 General provisions . 104.2.2 Cylinders . 104.2.3 Fixed container . 114.3 Fuel system components . 114.3.1 Vaporiser . 114.3.2 Other components . 115 Installation requirements . 125.1 General requirements . 125.2 Installer of the LPG system . 135.3 Additional LPG systems . 135.4 Modifications to the structure of the craft . 145.5 Container installation . 145.5.1 General . 145.5.2 Fixed containers . 155.5.3 Cylinders . 155.5.4 Container lockers. 155.5.5 Installation of more than one container . 165.6 Components fitted to the fixed container . 165.6.1 General requirements . 165.6.2 Remote-controlled service valve with excess flow valve on the container . 165.6.3 Pressure relief valve . 175.6.4 Filler valve . 175.6.5 Overfill protection device . 175.6.6 Level indicator . 175.6.7 Fittings . 175.6.8 Pressure relief device . 175.7 Gas pipes, tubes and hoses . 175.8 Other components . 185.8.1 Gas connections between components of the LPG-system . 185.8.2 Remote-controlled shut-off valve . 195.8.3 Filling unit . 205.9 Electrical installation . 205.10 Fuel selection system . 215.11 Gas detection . 215.11.1 General . 215.11.2 Alarm position . 225.11.3 Sensors position . 225.12 Forced ventilation . 225.12.1 General . 225.12.2 Purging of engine space . 225.12.3 Position of venting. 22SIST EN 15609:2012



EN 15609:2012 (E) 3 6 Fire-extinguishing equipment . 227 Owner's manual . 228 Commissioning . 238.1 Tightness test . 238.2 Initial filling of the container and the system with LPG . 238.3 Fuel system test . 238.4 Water trial . 23Annex A (normative)
Fixing requirements for containers with a capacity up to and including 150 l . 24A.1 General requirements . 24A.2 Container frame . 25Annex B (normative)
Fixing requirements for containers with a capacity over 150 l . 26B.1 General requirements . 26B.2 Container frame . 26Annex C (normative)
Cylinder securing requirements . 27Annex D (normative)
Instructions to be included in the owner's manual . 30D.1 General requirements . 30D.2 Availability of LPG supply . 30D.3 Position and operation of emergency shut-off valve . 30D.4 Safety instructions to be included in the manual . 30D.5 Instruction for the normal use of the LPG system . 31D.5.1 Filling of the LPG system . 31D.5.2 Switching procedure (for dual-fuelled craft) . 31D.5.3 Opening and closing of manual valves (in the case of multiple containers) . 31D.5.4 Liquid level indicator . 31D.5.5 Maintenance and inspection . 31D.5.6 Defects and repairs . 32D.5.7 Storage, repair and maintenance . 32D.5.8 Disposal . 32D.5.9 Hot work . 33Annex E (normative)
Additional test requirements for vaporisers . 34Annex F (informative)
Installation of more than one container . 35Annex G (informative)
Example of installation certificate . 36Annex H (informative)
Example LPG identification label . 37Annex I (informative)
Environment checklist . 38Annex ZA (informative)
Relationship between this Standard and the Essential Requirements of EU Directive 94/25/EC amended by EU Directive 2003/44/EC . 39Bibliography . 41 SIST EN 15609:2012



EN 15609:2012 (E) 4 Foreword This document (EN 15609:2012) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 286 “LPG equipment and accessories”, the secretariat of which is held by NSAI. This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an identical text or by endorsement, at the latest by October 2012, and conflicting national standards shall be withdrawn at the latest by October 2012. Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of patent rights. CEN [and/or CENELEC] shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights. This document has been prepared under a mandate given to CEN by the European Commission and the European Free Trade Association, and supports essential requirements of EU Directive(s). For relationship with EU Directive(s), see informative Annex ZA which is an integral part of this document. This document supersedes EN 15609:2008. The main changes with respect to the previous edition include:  the addition of Annexes E, G and H;  expansion of requirements of the installer;  removal of the specific requirements for the EN 13760 nozzle;  components fitted to the cylinder;  tightness test pressure increased to 10 bar;  optional forced ventilation for the locker, 5.5.4; and  gas detection requirements. According to the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organizations of the following countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and the United Kingdom.
SIST EN 15609:2012



EN 15609:2012 (E) 5 Introduction This European Standard specifies requirements for the installation of equipment for the use of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (hereafter referred to as LPG) in the propulsion systems of small craft. This European Standard calls for the use of substances and procedures that can be injurious to health if adequate precautions are not taken. It refers only to technical suitability: it does not absolve the user from their legal obligations relating to health and safety at any stage. Protection of the environment is a key political issue in Europe and elsewhere. Protection of the environment in this document is understood in a very broad sense. The phrase is used, for example, in relation to the total life-cycle aspects of a product on the environment (including expenditure of energy) during all phases of its existence, from use, to scrapping, to recycling of materials, etc. Annex I comprises an environmental checklist which highlights the clauses of this European Standard that address environmental aspects. It has been assumed in the drafting of this European Standard that the execution of its provisions is entrusted to appropriately qualified and experienced persons.
This European Standard is based on EN 12979 [3]. SIST EN 15609:2012



EN 15609:2012 (E) 6 1 Scope This European Standard specifies the requirements for LPG propulsion systems on craft with hull lengths less than or equal to 24 m, including those defined by Directive 94/25/EC. This European Standard does not cover appliances with directly attached gas cylinders, such as portable self-contained camping stoves and portable gas lamps. 2 Normative references The following documents, in whole or in part, are normatively referenced in this document and are indispensable for its application. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies. EN 1442, LPG equipment and accessories
Transportable refillable welded steel cylinders for LPG
Design and construction EN 12805, Automotive LPG components
Containers EN 12806:2003, Automotive liquefied petroleum gas components
Other than containers EN 12864, Low-pressure, non adjustable regulators having a maximum outlet pressure of less than or equal to 200 mbar, with a capacity of less than or equal to 4 kg/h, and their associated safety devices for butane, propane or their mixtures EN 13110, Transportable refillable welded aluminium cylinders for liquefied petroleum gas (LPG)
Design and construction EN 14140, LPG equipment and accessories
Transportable refillable welded steel cylinders for LPG
Alternative design and construction EN 14291, Foam producing solutions for leak detection on gas installations EN 14427, Transportable refillable fully wrapped composite cylinders for Liquefied Petroleum Gases (LPG)
Design and Construction EN 28846, Small craft
Electrical devices
Protection against ignition of surrounding flammable gases (ISO 8846) EN 60529, Degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IP Code) (IEC 60529) EN ISO 898-1:2009, Mechanical properties of fasteners made of carbon steel and alloy steel
Part 1: Bolts, screws and studs with specified property classes
Coarse thread and fine pitch thread (ISO 898-1:2009) EN ISO 9094-1, Small craft
Fire protection
Part 1: Craft with a hull length of up to and including 15 m (ISO 9094-1) EN ISO 9094-2, Small craft
Fire protection
Part 2: Craft with a hull length of over 15 m
(ISO 9094-2) EN ISO 10133, Small craft
Electrical systems
Extra-low-voltage d.c. installations (ISO 10133) EN ISO 10239, Small craft
Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) systems (ISO 10239) EN ISO 10240, Small craft
Owner’s manual (ISO 10240) SIST EN 15609:2012



EN 15609:2012 (E) 7 EN ISO 11105, Small craft
Ventilation of petrol engine and/or petrol tank compartments (ISO 11105) EN ISO 11591, Small craft, engine-driven
Field of vision from helm position (ISO 11591) EN ISO 12217 (all parts), Small craft
Stability and buoyancy assessment and categorization EN ISO 13297, Small craft
Electrical systems
Alternating current installations (ISO 13297) ISO 630, Structural steels
Plates, wide flats, bars, sections and profiles ISO 20826, Automotive LPG components
Containers 3 Terms and definitions For the purposes of this document, the terms and definitions given in EN 12806:2003 and the following apply. 3.1 liquefied petroleum gas
LPG one or more light hydrocarbons which are assigned to either UN 1011, UN 1075, UN 1965, UN 1969 or UN 1978 only, and which consist mainly of propane, propene, butane, butane isomers and butene with traces of other hydrocarbon gases Note 1 to entry: For automotive LPG specification, see EN 589 [1].
3.2 LPG system installation consisting of an arrangement of container(s), safety device(s), pressure regulator(s), vaporiser(s), connection(s), valve(s), piping, tubing, hose, fitting(s) and devices intended to store, supply, monitor or control the flow of LPG up to and including the appliance and engine Note 1 to entry: The cylinders are replaceable items and might not be supplied with the LPG system in the craft. 3.3 competent person person who, due to a combination of appropriate qualifications, training, experience and resources, is able to make objective judgments on the subject 3.4 container vessel used for the storage of LPG 3.5 cylinder transportable, refillable container with a water capacity from 0,5 l up to and including 150 l 3.6 fixed container LPG pressure vessel permanently installed to the structure of the craft 3.7 contents gauge device to indicate the liquid level or contents in a pressure vessel SIST EN 15609:2012



EN 15609:2012 (E) 8 3.8 pressure relief valve PRV self-closing valve which automatically, without the assistance of any energy other than that of the vapour concerned, discharges vapour at a predetermined pressure, and operates with a pop action 3.9 overfill protection device OPD device designed to automatically reduce the filling rate to a minimal flow when the fill level reaches a predetermined amount Note 1 to entry: In marine applications the predetermined amount is 80 % of the water capacity. 3.10 filler valve valve system for liquid fill service
3.11 pressure relief device component protecting the pressure vessel from bursting by venting the LPG content at a pre-set temperature 3.12 excess flow valve valve designed to close automatically, with a small residual flow, when the fluid flow passing through it exceeds a predetermined value, and to re-open when the pressure differential across the valve has been restored below a certain value 3.13 non-return valve valve designed to close automatically to restrict reverse flow 3.14 fuel system installation required to supply LPG to the engine 3.15 vaporiser device intended to vaporise LPG from a liquid to a gaseous state 3.16 hydrostatic relief valve self-closing valve which automatically, without the assistance of any energy other than that of the fluid concerned, discharges fluid at a predetermined pressure 3.17 pressure regulator/vaporiser single device incorporating both a pressure regulator and vaporiser
3.18 ventilation system assembly of ducts and an electrical ventilator that is capable of extracting hydrocarbons from the inside of the craft and allowing the entrance of fresh air 3.19 container housing ventilated enclosure intended solely for storage of one or more LPG containers, pressure regulators and safety devices, and located on the exterior of the boat where any leakage would flow overboard SIST EN 15609:2012



EN 15609:2012 (E) 9 3.20 container locker gas-tight (to the craft) enclosure with an overboard drain, where any leakage would flow overboard, intended solely for storage of one or more LPG containers in a cockpit or recess in the craft 3.21 permanently installed securely fastened so that tools have to be used for removal 3.22 accessible capable of being reached for inspection, removal or maintenance without the removal of permanent craft structures Note 1 to entry: Hatches are not regarded as permanent craft structures in this sense, even if tools such as wrenches or screwdrivers are needed to open them. 3.23 readily accessible capable of being reached for operation, inspection or maintenance without the removal of any craft structure, the use of any tools or the removal of any item of portable equipment stowed in places intended for storage of portable equipment such as lockers, drawers or shelves Note 1 to entry: Hatches are not regarded as permanent craft structures in this sense. 3.24 installer person or organisation who, due to qualifications, training, experience and resources, can assume technical responsibility for the installation of the LPG propulsion system 3.25 appliance appliance that is designed for heating, cooking, lighting, refrigeration, hot water production or electricity production (fuel cell or generator), using LPG as its energy source 3.26 cockpit area within the craft that can retain water, however briefly, due to rain, waves, boat heeling, etc. Note 1 to entry: Cockpits are normally designed for the accommodation of people but, for the purpose of this European Standard, the term "cockpit” is used either for a proper cockpit or for any other type of recess. This means that bulwarks can create a large cockpit, open boats can effectively comprise a cockpit (which includes nearly all the boat), cockpit(s) can be situated anywhere in the boat and a cockpit can open aft to the sea. 3.27 venting tube duct that connects the gas-tight housing to the atmosphere 3.28 shut-off valve valve that provides a leak-tight seal which is operated either manually, remotely or is self-closing 3.29 gas detection revealing of the presence of LPG due to exposure outside the LPG containment system 3.30 dual-fuel engine designed to operate two separate fuel systems and to run either on LPG or an alternative fuel SIST EN 15609:2012



EN 15609:2012 (E) 10 3.31 inspection body independent inspection and testing body approved by the competent authority 3.32 pressure vessel assembly of the pressure-retaining envelope (including the openings and their closures) and non-pressure-retaining parts attached directly to it
4 Components 4.1 General provisions The LPG system shall be designed by a competent person. Individual components of the system, and the system as a whole, shall be designed to withstand the combined conditions of pressure, vibration, shocks, corrosion and movement encountered under normal operation. All materials used in LPG systems shall be compatible with LPG and with other liquids or compounds with which it might come into contact under normal operating conditions, e.g. grease, lubricating oil, bilge solvents, fresh water and sea water. Efforts should be made to prevent grease, lubricating oil, bilge solvents and other chemicals from contaminating the marine environment. 4.2 LPG containers 4.2.1 General provisions The LPG container(s) shall be protected from corrosion in the marine environment by an adequate surface treatment system, or be constructed from materials suited to the marine environment. For the purpose of this standard, two types of LPG containers are identified:  cylinders; and  fixed containers. 4.2.2 Cylinders 4.2.2.1 LPG cylinders can be used in the liquid or gas/vapour phase to fuel the engine of a craft depending on the choice of technology and the required power. 4.2.2.2 The cylinders used on craft shall comply with one of the following: a) EN 1442; b) EN 13110; c) EN 14140; d) EN 14427; or
e) an equivalent standard. SIST EN 15609:2012



EN 15609:2012 (E) 11 4.2.2.3 The quantity of LPG fuel on board shall be indicated by the use of cylinders fitted with contents gauges or by the provision to carry additional reserve cylinder(s). 4.2.2.4 A PRV shall be fitted to any cylinder greater than 17 l water capacity.
4.2.3 Fixed container 4.2.3.1 General Fixed containers shall comply with EN 12805, ISO 20826 or an equivalent standard. 4.2.3.2 Components fitted to the fixed container 4.2.3.2.1 The container shall be equipped with the following components, which can be either separate or combined (e.g. multivalve): a) overfill protection device, b) filler valve, c) contents gauge, d) pressure relief valve or pressure relief device and
e) remotely controlled service valve with excess flow valve. 4.2.3.2.2 The container can be equipped with a: a) gas-tight housing; b) power supply bushing for actuators/LPG fuel pump; c) LPG fuel pump inside the container; and d) non-return valve. 4.2.3.2.3 All components fitted to the container shall comply with
...

Questions, Comments and Discussion

Ask us and Technical Secretary will try to provide an answer. You can facilitate discussion about the standard in here.