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How to keep your regulator operating efficiently and safely

The regulator comes with a protective cover in place to protect the regulator vent from freezing rain, snow, etc.

collecting over the vent hole of the regulator. It is important to check the vent frequently to be sure it is clean

and free of water, corrosion, or obstruction, as clogging is a potential cause of regulator malfunction. In the

event the vent does become clogged, it can easily be cleaned with a toothbrush. In addition, your regulator

should be checked periodically by a competent LP service technician to be sure it is properly adjusted and in

safe working condition.

What is Regulator Freeze Up?

A regulator will not freeze, nor will LP gas, under normal atmospheric conditions. However, as the gas passes

through the regulator it expands and cools and moisture in the gas or in the regulator may turn to ice. This ice

can build up and totally or partially block the orifice, and thus partially or totally block the fuel supply. There

are a number of things you can do to prevent this type of freeze up:

1. Be sure your LP cylinder is totally free of moisture before it is filled.

2. Be sure your cylinder is not over filled, this is particularly important if you have a permanently mounted

ASME tank.

3. Keep the valves on empty cylinders closed.

4. Have your LP gas dealer purge the cylinder if freeze up occurs.

5. Have your LP gas dealer inject methyl alcohol in your cylinder.