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Gas Stop Emergency Propane Shutoff Valve
Hey everyone, today, we are talking about the GasStop Emergency Propane Shutoff Valve. No, not about if you ate too many beans last night type of gas Stop. We are talking about how to stop a propane leak in your RV, especially when you might not even be aware of the issue.
What does GasStop do?
GasStop is the only emergency 100% shut-off safety device for bottled and portable propane systems. In the event of a major leak, GasStop will instantly and automatically shut off the gas flow.
When GasStop recognizes a significant propane leak, it automatically shuts the gas flow off right from the tank before the line reaches your regulator. This will prevent your RV from being exposed to propane during the event of a leak and stop a potential source of fuel for a fire.
Will it affect the use of appliances?
You may be wondering if GasStop prevents propane from flowing in case of emergency, will it also slow that flow in regular operation or reduce the performance of my gas stove or furnace? The short answer is no, and I can tell you after using GasStop for over a year in my RV, I see no change in my burner performance or how efficiently my furnace works in the winter.
The only Con
I installed GasStop on my own for our RV and would say it is a fairly easy job, but one particular step may make someone uncomfortable. Although you could probably skip this step, it may not be pertinent to all installs.
When I installed the GasStop, I wanted to put my regulator cover back on to protect my regulator. Unfortunately, this meant I had to drill a new hole for the regulator cover because adding the GasStop into the propane line moved my regulator over by a few inches. Although the downside is that not everyone may be comfortable drilling a hole near their propane tank, I felt completely fine with this action. Still, if you are uncomfortable with the idea, leave the cover off or have an RV service center do the installation.
How to turn on the system
Now that the GasStop is installed open your propane valve and press the GasStop gauge three times. This will allow the propane to flow through your system unless it detects a major leak, in which case it will automatically stop the flow of propane.
A side benefit of GasStop
You can use the GasStop to test for minor leaks in your system. After your propane is on, the gauge quickly builds and holds pressure. Now with all your appliances turned off, the needle on that GasStop gauge should stay right where it is. If the needle were to start to fall, that means propane is leaking out of the system somewhere, and it is time to get a spray bottle with soapy water and start looking for a leak or bring the RV in for service to have a certified tech search for you.
To learn more about the GasStop
So, as you can hear, there are some excellent benefits to the GasStop Emergency Propane Shutoff Valve. If you would like to learn more about the company, check out episode 78, where we take a deep dive into the company’s history and how this excellent safety item came about.
Take care, and safe travels!
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