Do I need a new LPG regulator?

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enc111@msn.com - 21 Aug 2005 02:25 GMT

I'm trying to solve the poor performance problem with my fridge while
running on propane. I've cleaned the orifice, but still don't think
I'm getting enough flame. My motorhome has a manometer in the fridge
service bay. When I turn on the propane valve after the gas was bled
from the system, the meter reads the proper 11" column pressure. When
I turn on the fridge burner (or any other burner) the pressure drops
down to 9" pressure. Do I need a new regulator? THANKS!

Erik
1986 Itasca Windcruiser- 34'

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Tom J - 21 Aug 2005 03:29 GMT

> I'm trying to solve the poor performance problem with my fridge
> while
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> I turn on the fridge burner (or any other burner) the pressure drops
> down to 9" pressure. Do I need a new regulator? THANKS!

That's what I say. It should hold 11 column inches with 1 valve open.

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enc111@msn.com - 21 Aug 2005 03:52 GMT

>That's what I say. It should hold 11 column inches with 1 valve open.
>--
>Tom J

Thanks, I thought it was fine because I never read it with a valve
open. Now I have fresh hope that I can get this ongoing and nagging
problem fixed!

Erik

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Chris Bryant - 21 Aug 2005 11:37 GMT

> I'm trying to solve the poor performance problem with my fridge while
> running on propane. I've cleaned the orifice, but still don't think I'm
[quoted text clipped - 3 lines]
> the fridge burner (or any other burner) the pressure drops down to 9"
> pressure. Do I need a new regulator? THANKS!

Yep- you need a new regulator. While it *could* be something else (like
some oil in a line), if it is the original regulator, it needs to be
replaced anyway, and they're pretty cheap.

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Chris Bryant
http://bryantrv.com

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