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sgolembiewski09
Explorer
Aug 27, 2019

Slight smell where the LP Gas cylinders are located normal?

My fifth wheel is parked right now. When I close the tank valves there is no smell, but when I open them there is a slight propane smell. It is present all the time and not overwhelming. I read about ...
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Likes_to_tow
Nomad
Aug 28, 2019
djousma wrote:
Not normal, however Propane gas is heavier than air, and is why, I assume that the "floor" of my LP tank compartments are open mesh to let any excess gas escape. I dont know if all enclosed LP compartments are made that way, but I'd almost guess its a requirement for this very reason.


Yes it is and also it's required that no locks are on the doors of the LP tanks so anyone can open and turn off the propane in an emergency

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