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Forum: General Discussion Forum 01-10-2024, 05:11 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,626
Posted By RT1997
Unfortunately OPD works only with Fixed Liquid...

Unfortunately OPD works only with Fixed Liquid Level Gauge (bleed valve) open.
Forum: General Discussion Forum 01-09-2024, 05:00 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,626
Posted By RT1997
MobilifeRV have EXACT REPLACEMENT for your RT 170...

MobilifeRV have EXACT REPLACEMENT for your RT 170 1999 - HM414.

https://www.mobiliferv.ca/rv-parts/roadtrek/roadtrek-propane-tank-hm-414/6288/

The cat# on new tank and the capacity listed...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 01-09-2024, 04:57 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,626
Posted By RT1997
Thank you for the info on gallons.I think that...

Thank you for the info on gallons.I think that original manual for RT 170 1997 most likely refers to US 5 gallons and it is 80% that allowed.
As far as "untill vapor hisses out of overflow" - it...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-28-2023, 06:52 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,626
Posted By RT1997
I will ask them about RT 170 1999. Is it...

I will ask them about RT 170 1999.
Is it Dodge?.
Their tech has decades of experience in installation on all RTs,including 170.
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-28-2023, 06:35 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,626
Posted By RT1997
I will .Hopefully 1999 tank size is close enough...

I will .Hopefully 1999 tank size is close enough to 1994-1997 model.
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-28-2023, 05:11 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,626
Posted By RT1997
Thank you, RT-NY for your work on editing. The...

Thank you, RT-NY for your work on editing.
The plate on my tank can no longer be viewed ( it is on the bottom)..I will definitely call Canadians after their extended holiday break and post the...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-28-2023, 04:32 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 485
Posted By RT1997
The innards of ASME tank

I found this article very helpful.Especially on OPD details.

https://rvlifestyle.com/innards-rv-propane-tank/
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-28-2023, 04:10 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,626
Posted By RT1997
Thank you,everyone for so much useful information...

Thank you,everyone for so much useful information
and giving me peace of mind that no damage was done.
Overfill might happen because the tech did not open the bleed valve.
But I used the stove for...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-28-2023, 03:30 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,626
Posted By RT1997
Thank you very much for this valuable...

Thank you very much for this valuable information.
But how you can be sure that the mechnical valve that insures 80% is not malfunctioning or broken?
"You can not overfill" - if it is true -that...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-27-2023, 10:47 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,626
Posted By RT1997
Yes, propane fumes were coming out of the fill...

Yes, propane fumes were coming out of the fill valve making it difficult to detach the nozzle. It happened mostly when it was more than 5 gallons.That was when I had the old tank.
That's why I was...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-27-2023, 03:24 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,626
Posted By RT1997
Booster,my repliy came before your post I could...

Booster,my repliy came before your post I could not read what was on the tank.Will call Canadians later.
And yes - RT manuals are not much model specific (like many others).

PS. Since the new...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-27-2023, 03:04 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,626
Posted By RT1997
I am relying on the original manual of my RT that...

I am relying on the original manual of my RT that mentions 5 gallon capacity. It is not clear wheather it already includes 80% of the bigger tank .If not -4 gallons is 80% from 5.
I do underatand...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-27-2023, 02:47 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,626
Posted By RT1997
Thank you, RT-NY.All of these facts are steering...

Thank you, RT-NY.All of these facts are steering me in the direction of human monitoring and trying to get 4 gallons total.With unreliable gauge it is still only approximate.But I don't like the...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-27-2023, 02:26 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,626
Posted By RT1997
So if propane starts coming out through the...

So if propane starts coming out through the nozzle is normal indication that the tank is full 80% ?

And does it also indicates that overfill protection not working ?

P.S. The vapor fumes from...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-27-2023, 02:01 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,626
Posted By RT1997
Thank you for the information. The other...

Thank you for the information.
The other question is - should the gauge mark "Full" determin where to stop or the gauge is there just to have an idea how much propane left ?
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-26-2023, 04:42 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,626
Posted By RT1997
Did overfill protection worked? (5.9 gallons)

My new Manchester propane tank has the same 5 gallon capacity as my old one on RT 170 .And it is supposed to be only 80% filled. So if overfill protection works the shut off should be at 4 gallons or...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-22-2023, 06:50 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 750
Posted By RT1997
You are right.Dometic confirmed about their...

You are right.Dometic confirmed about their warranty.
About the door sold separately- I was very surprised when recently found that statement in the original 1997 manual.
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-22-2023, 12:38 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,663
Posted By RT1997
Thank you all for your input. I decided to...

Thank you all for your input.

I decided to try Beechlane permanenly calibrated tool with bluetooth phone connection for adjustment.
The device is only activated by the app when needed .2 AA...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-22-2023, 12:11 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 634
Posted By RT1997
Thank you.I ordered a simple gauge from Amazon.It...

Thank you.I ordered a simple gauge from Amazon.It is inexpensive. I might understand Dometic who sells the fridge $ 138 less without a door panel to make it under $ 2000 (barely).
But not adding...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-17-2023, 07:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 634
Posted By RT1997
Thank you, RT-NY ! It was very helpful.I am...

Thank you, RT-NY !
It was very helpful.I am going to order that snap-on simple gauge ( the remote one is not only overkill for my purpose but also requires fiddling with wires, not to mention...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-17-2023, 05:48 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,597
Posted By RT1997
Fernando,did you have 2310 model ? If you did...

Fernando,did you have 2310 model ?
If you did I'd appreciate any details of taking it out.
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-17-2023, 04:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 750
Posted By RT1997
Tim,thank you very much ! Camping World does...

Tim,thank you very much !
Camping World does have the best price but they denied warranty with DIY installation. And if you add the labor price...
But Camping World is the only place that warns...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-17-2023, 04:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 634
Posted By RT1997
No propane tank gauge - Mopeka or other products ?

Who would have thought that a brand new $ 1500 propane tank made by Manchester in 2023 has no gauge ?
I am pretty consistent with my lp consumption and usually fill the tank within the same time...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-15-2023, 03:12 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,663
Posted By RT1997
"Level my RV " is an Apple product" Though I...

"Level my RV " is an Apple product"
Though I resent control freak OS of the company but have to admit they have a lot of usefull apps.
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-15-2023, 02:43 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,663
Posted By RT1997
Unfortunately this is the way most software...

Unfortunately this is the way most software moving these days.
Years ago you buy CD in a store,install it ( no phone number required) and use it.
Now f.i. Word requires download and "subscription"....
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