Your Regulators and Distribution System

As the ambient temperature rises, propane vapor pressure rises. When the ambient temperature drops, propane vapor pressure drops. To alleviate this temperature induced fluctuation of vapor pressure, your first stage regulator and second stage regulator (or if utilized, integral two-stage regulator) maintain a constant service pressure to your appliances.

The first-stage regulator is attached directly to your container's vapor service valve.

The first stage supply line connects the first stage regulator to the second stage regulator, which in turn is connected to the interior distribution system that your appliances are connected to.

Your regulators are installed in a specific manner. This is done to alleviate premature failure due to atmospheric or anthropomorphic conditions. When your regulators are operating they emit a very slight sound akin to wind blowing. This is perfectly normal and no cause for concern.

Never attempt to repair a regulator. Regulators are constructed in such a manner as to preclude their reassembly. Please contact us if you believe that you are experiencing regulator problems.