I think the reason NEW tanks need to be purged is that they are shipped with an inert gas inside. This is what needs to be removed and replaced with propane. As for used Westy tanks, I have opened a couple and they looked pretty clean inside even after 18 years. They just don't get filled enough for much of anything to build up in them. I'd be surprised if the average Westy tank got filled more than once a year. I camp about 2 months a year and that is only 4 fills. Mark Bill Davidson wrote: > > > I just got a new LP tank and regulator. On the fitting it says to purge > tank > > before using. Is this necessary and how is this accomplished? > > .... Very Carefully, Nate! > > As I understand it, propane tanks need to be purged after several years to > remove sediments/gunk. Many RV dealers will do this... or a propane > dealer... there are also shops that will completely renovate your tank... > they sandblast and paint and purge and clean the inside... might be a good > time to do the? > > Bill |
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