 Propane, How long will it last |
| Propane, How long will it last |
| lawdog |
 Dec 7 2007, 03:34 AM
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Is there a rule of thumb, method or chart that will give me an idea how long my propane tanks will last depending on what appliances I run. For example say I have 2 full 30lbs tanks on a 2 stage regulator how long could I run my furnace before they will run out?
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| RLM |
Dec 7 2007, 08:02 PM
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lawdog> I would think this issue is kind of like asking how long can one go before filling up the holding tanks. The answer is typically variable, depending on use. The heater isn't the only thing that uses propane. You have to include the variable of powering the fridge on propane whenever necessary and any stove top cooking that you might do.
The more that you use the system the better you will be able to "guess" at a correct answer to the question. If your system doesn't have a quantity indicator, I'd respecfully suggest that you invest in one. That, above all else, would be the most effective method to keep from running out of propane. Suggestions about using electric heaters is a valid one. Include a 15 minute increment timer in the line and they will serve you well. |
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| pianotuna |
Dec 8 2007, 12:21 AM
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Hi RLM,
What is the 15 minute increment timer for? QUOTE(RLM @ Dec 7 2007, 08:02 PM)  Suggestions about using electric heaters is a valid one. Include a 15 minute increment timer in the line and they will serve you well. -------------------- Regards,
Don |
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| RLM |
Dec 8 2007, 08:25 AM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 654 Joined: 24-August 06 From: Texas Member No.: 8584 |
[quote name='pianotuna' date='Dec 7 2007, 10:21 PM' post='9392']
Hi RLM, What is the 15 minute increment timer for? ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- I use them to set the on/off times for the cube heater at night. We prefer cooler temps when sleeping so I turn down the RV heat and place a cube heater on a timer. Enough to keep the rig from getting too cold without having the regular heat on. Timer is also set to turn the heater on in the morning well before I get up and turn on the rig's unit. During the rare times that I am in temps below freezing, I put a heater in my basement storage area near the holding tanks and use a timer to cut it on and off every couple hours. It's enough to keep the water from freezing without leaving it on continuously. Any timer needs to be rated at least 10 amps to keep from overheating because the heaters draw quite a bit of amperage. |
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lawdog Propane Dec 7 2007, 03:34 AM
DXSMac
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pianotuna Hi John,
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