Aug-27-2014 06:26 AM
Aug-29-2014 09:08 AM
Stefonius wrote:DiskDoctr wrote:I wonder if the OP's rig came with the "Generator Prep" package. The red regulator is used to supply propane to a built-in LP genset, and the regulator would be present in the system if the unit was prepped for a generator by the factory.
I didn't see anyone post the purpose of a red (1st/single stage) regulator, though some hinted at the workings.
Aug-29-2014 07:41 AM
DiskDoctr wrote:I wonder if the OP's rig came with the "Generator Prep" package. The red regulator is used to supply propane to a built-in LP genset, and the regulator would be present in the system if the unit was prepped for a generator by the factory.
I didn't see anyone post the purpose of a red (1st/single stage) regulator, though some hinted at the workings.
Aug-29-2014 07:19 AM
Mile High wrote:
They are cheap regulators, and are a hazard greater than what they are trying to overcome - 2 of mine have leaked. I just remove them altogether.
Aug-29-2014 06:23 AM
Old-Biscuit wrote:Mile High wrote:
Actually it provides back pressure on the on the cylinder furthest from the main regulator, to prevent the safety valve from slamming shut if you open it too fast. Didn't used to be an issue until the design of the cylinders changed to the high flow safety shutoff.
They are cheap regulators, and are a hazard greater than what they are trying to overcome - 2 of mine have leaked. I just remove them altogether.
The excess flow shut-off is in the hose......not in propane cylinder.
Propane cylinder does have a spring loaded valve that closes when hose is disconnected. Can not get flow from cylinder without hose attached.
Aug-29-2014 06:16 AM
Aug-28-2014 09:56 PM
Mile High wrote:
Actually it provides back pressure on the on the cylinder furthest from the main regulator, to prevent the safety valve from slamming shut if you open it too fast. Didn't used to be an issue until the design of the cylinders changed to the high flow safety shutoff.
They are cheap regulators, and are a hazard greater than what they are trying to overcome - 2 of mine have leaked. I just remove them altogether.
Aug-28-2014 09:51 PM
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Aug-27-2014 11:45 AM
GASMAN6674 wrote:
It is to keep the propane vapor from the 3rd curb side tank from turning back to liquid in the line. Under the correct temperature and pressure (anything over 20psi)propane vapor can turn back to liquid. Yes it is a safety feature
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