Date:         Thu, 23 Aug 2018 13:24:42 -0400
Reply-To:     Edward Maglott <emaglott3@GMAIL.COM>
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From:         Edward Maglott <emaglott3@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Propane Tank. Shut Off Valve Won't Close?
Comments: To: neil n <musomuso@gmail.com>
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It would be better for the planet and safer to burn the propane than to
vent it.  Propane is heavier than air and can follow the ground to an
ignition source or "pool" in low spots some distance from where it is
released.  open the windows and doors to let the heat out and run the
stove.
Edward

On Wed, Aug 22, 2018 at 7:50 PM Neil N <musomuso@gmail.com> wrote:

> Ugh.
>
> I think the valve isn't closing all the way. Flame remains lit too long.
>
> Haven't found anyone up here that does propane system repairs but at
> minimum, I hope I can find someone to vent remaining fuel from the
> tank.
>
> That valve sees likely higher than normal use. BC Ferries, as do other
> ferry systems, requires that I close the valve before boarding the
> ferry. And, the van has seen a fair amount of camping trips.
>
> Thanks for the help folks.
>
> Neil.
>
> On 8/22/18, Neil N <musomuso@gmail.com> wrote:
>
> > On Wed, Aug 22, 2018 at 2:27 PM, Neil N <musomuso@gmail.com> wrote:
> >
> >
> >> I'll double check that its not just an issue of residual fuel in the
> >> lines
> >> "fooling me" but I don't think it is.
> >>
> >
> >
> > Well, maybe I was wrong.
> >
>
>
> --
> Neil n
>
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