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getontheroad
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Jun 20, 2013

Beeping Propane Tanks

We have a Palamino Puma TT 30DBSS. When we use the propane there is a beeping sound that comes from the tanks. Is this a problem? I guess it has been doing this since we purchased the TT but we are little more concerned now because it stopped for a while and now it is making this noise again.

Any help is appreciated.
  • Dumb question...is your tank valve all the way open?

    Another thing that comes to me is maybe your leak protection valve is engaged....

    Close both tank valves and run the stove until the gas is bled out of the lines.

    Start with the tank that the changeover valve, if equipped, is set to. Crack the valve just a little for about 10 secs, then SLOWLY open the valve the rest of the way. Repeat for the other tank (no need to change selector switch).

    Use the stove to bleed the air from the line. I use a lighter at the burner until it lights.

    See if this helps.

    If not, you can try this (if you feel comfortable).

    Close both tanks, bleed lines, remove the offending tank and take it to an open area free from flames. Wear a pair of gloves is best.

    Point valve opening away from you and using the gloved hand, open the valve rapidly. Don't point it at your face or anything. Gas should come out very fast at first and quit after about a second.

    Close the valve and wait about 5 mins, then put it back on camper and remember to open it slowly.

    If the valve is 'sticky' this can force it to slam shut, which *may* help your problem.

    OTOH, if both tanks make the noise, it is probably your regulator.
  • Mines not really a beep but more of a low frequency ping every 3-4 seconds when it really warm outside and more than one appliance is drawing propane. It's the regulator.
  • Mine usually chirps when the level gets below around 1/3 tank. The next time it happens switch to the full tank and see if it stops.
  • I Have a 2010 puma , bought new, the propane tanks beeped new, the fix was replace the pig tail hoses with larger hoses, problem solved.