Re: Methane and carbon monoxide

hlg@pacbell.net
Sun, 11 Jul 1999 21:55:11 -0700

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West Wight Potter Website at URL
http://www.lesbois.com/wwpotter/
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>Should one take measures against a possible methane build up and explosion
>in the porta potty? Are methane detectors available? Is it also prudent to
>get a carbon monoxide detector for running the stove in the cabin? There
>are several instances of people killed or overcome by carbon monoxide while
>cooking in tents, are there any cases of this in boats?
>Jim Nolan

I haven't heard any reports of exploding Porta Pottys, but I would be
concerned about carbon monoxide when cooking inside. If you cook or use
candles or oil lamps in the cabin, be sure there is proper ventilation. A
carbon monoxide detector is a good idea. Don't use charcoal burners inside.

I have a small RV with a propane stove. There is a louvered vent behind the
stove, and that seems to be adequate. The stove has a warning not to use it
as a space heater, however.

Harry
P14
Mountain View, CA