Name of this part?

With no cover on the regulator, water can get inside. The water can freeze, plugging up the vent which can cause an explosion and fire. If you don't cover it, someday you will wish you did. Have you ever read about a cabin with propane exploding? That is what happens.

mowermech wrote:

beemerphile1 wrote:

newman fulltimer wrote:
...it has no function other than looks....

Not true, it is required by law.

Some RVs use a tank cover which also covers the regulator. If that isn't the case then the regulator is required to have its own cover.

Please give a link to the law or code to which you are referring.
Not that I don't believe there IS such a law or code, I simply like to read the actual text.

In addition to what Chris posted, some of the pertinent info is 'NFPA 501C Recreational Vehicle Code 2-2.7.6' and the 'UL144' code specifies what regulators must be covered. A regulator with a "drip lip vent" does not need to be covered but it is recommended that all regulators are covered.

mowermech wrote:

Please give a link to the law or code to which you are referring.
Not that I don't believe there IS such a law or code, I simply like to read the actual text.

That's NFPA 1192 "Standard On Recreational Vehicles"- I have the 2011 edition in front of me.
Chapter 5.2.15.8 "Regulators installed elsewhere and not installed in compartments as specified in 5.2.15.5 shall be equipped with a durable cover {that does not become brittle at temperatures as low as -40°F (-40°C)} designed to protect the regulator vent from sleet, snow, freezing rain, ice, mud, and wheel spray."

The codes I am familiar with are either the NEC or ANSI A119.2/NFPA 1192.

Cool. seems you got the perfect setup ya need :)

hey, propane is a cost I don't like LOL
you are definitely saving on that!

Mootpoint wrote:

jjjandrbaker wrote:

FunnyCamper wrote:
You don't use your propane?

huh

curious as to why? I mean I use alot of propane cause I camp all seasons.

No problem answering this for you:

1)Shower is so small that I don't use it. I either use the bathhouse, or give myself a "sink bath" using a bowl of water heated in the microwave.

2)I do not cook much in the camper, and limit dish washing. I have a plastic box that dishes soak in until I wash them all at once, again using hot water from the microwave.

3) I camp all year round. I do not boondock. I always have electricity. I use a tiny ceramic heater that will OVERheat my camper in about 30 minutes, regardless of the outdoor temperature (which is never really cold in central Texas).

I think that about covers it.

1) Why would you buy a rig that had a shower too small. That's one of the first things I check. Some bath houses aren't too pleasant.

2) Nothing wrong with that, we sometimes do the same thing. But why not use the electric side of the hot tank to heat water, if you have the electric option.

3) Nothing wrong with the heater. Just about everyone carries some sort of heater. But it does pay to fire up the gas appliances every now and again. Sitting can be as bad for them as over using. It's nice to have the option in case of emergency.

:h

Once again, no problem. I can explain:

1) I upgraded from a popup with no toilet or shower. The size of the shower didn't seem important at the time. If and when I upgrade, I will definitely make a better choice.
2) My camper does not have the electric option, but I do plan to add that soon. A friend told me about a kit he used that was fairly easy to install.
3) I do fire up the furnace and water heater on occasion, just to make sure they are working.

beemerphile1 wrote:

newman fulltimer wrote:
...it has no function other than looks....

Not true, it is required by law.

Some RVs use a tank cover which also covers the regulator. If that isn't the case then the regulator is required to have its own cover.

jjjandrbaker, the cover is specific to your brand and model of regulator, make sure you get the right one.

Please give a link to the law or code to which you are referring.
Not that I don't believe there IS such a law or code, I simply like to read the actual text.

jjjandrbaker wrote:

FunnyCamper wrote:
You don't use your propane?

huh

curious as to why? I mean I use alot of propane cause I camp all seasons.

No problem answering this for you:

1)Shower is so small that I don't use it. I either use the bathhouse, or give myself a "sink bath" using a bowl of water heated in the microwave.

2)I do not cook much in the camper, and limit dish washing. I have a plastic box that dishes soak in until I wash them all at once, again using hot water from the microwave.

3) I camp all year round. I do not boondock. I always have electricity. I use a tiny ceramic heater that will OVERheat my camper in about 30 minutes, regardless of the outdoor temperature (which is never really cold in central Texas).

I think that about covers it.

1) Why would you buy a rig that had a shower too small. That's one of the first things I check. Some bath houses aren't too pleasant.

2) Nothing wrong with that, we sometimes do the same thing. But why not use the electric side of the hot tank to heat water, if you have the electric option.

3) Nothing wrong with the heater. Just about everyone carries some sort of heater. But it does pay to fire up the gas appliances every now and again. Sitting can be as bad for them as over using. It's nice to have the option in case of emergency.

:h

FunnyCamper wrote:
You don't use your propane?

huh

curious as to why? I mean I use alot of propane cause I camp all seasons.

No problem answering this for you:

1)Shower is so small that I don't use it. I either use the bathhouse, or give myself a "sink bath" using a bowl of water heated in the microwave.

2)I do not cook much in the camper, and limit dish washing. I have a plastic box that dishes soak in until I wash them all at once, again using hot water from the microwave.

3) I camp all year round. I do not boondock. I always have electricity. I use a tiny ceramic heater that will OVERheat my camper in about 30 minutes, regardless of the outdoor temperature (which is never really cold in central Texas).

I think that about covers it.

newman fulltimer wrote:
...it has no function other than looks....

Not true, it is required by law.

Some RVs use a tank cover which also covers the regulator. If that isn't the case then the regulator is required to have its own cover.

jjjandrbaker, the cover is specific to your brand and model of regulator, make sure you get the right one.

You don't use your propane?

huh

curious as to why? I mean I use alot of propane cause I camp all seasons.