Issues with my LP gas detector

[Massey1991]

I have an 89 ford e350 Minnie Winnie. I’m trying to get my propane to work and I’m struggling. The propane is full and turned on. On my unit the red light is on next to the “gas” I can hear the propane solenoid kick on but still don’t have any propane in the motorhome

 

[RandyB]

Brandon, welcome to the forum. I am a little confused with your question, but will try to help.

The title says "Issues with my LP Gas detector". Typically, the LPG detector is low, just above the floor, since the fumes are heavier than air and will tend to collect low.

I do not understand what is meant by your "unit" that has the red light next to it. Is this the detector, down by the floor, or is it the switch panel for a water heater? If it is for the water heater, the red light means the heater has not started and requires a reset/restart. Simply turn off wait a few seconds and then back on. If the red light is for the detector, could it be low battery power?

Lastly is the propane tank. If the lines were completely empty and the tank was refilled with the outlet valve closed (proper procedure by the way), upon reopening the valve too fast, can engage a safety device that will prevent gas flow. It's a valve that closes automatically if there is too much flow, indicating something's wrong and closes off the flow. Resetting the safety valve is as simple as closing the tank outlet valve and waiting 10 to 15 minutes. During that time be sure all appliance valves are closed. After the wait time open the tank valve very slowly so as to not slam the pressure to the system. Finish by opening the tank valve all the way and try starting you appliances.

 

[Massey1991]

Yes sorry about that I’m new to the RV

world so I do not know the correct names of things. Yes I am talking about the unit on the ground. Whenever I turn it on it takes forever for the light to come on the unit. When the light finally does come on it is red. I will post a picture in this reply to show you what I am talking about. Does this unit or can this unit caused a propane do not turn on?

 

[RandyB]

OK. A device I know nothing about. From an internet search of the name as written on the device reveals next to nothing. I did read that this device does control a valve. It’s quite old. If I recall, smoke detectors and gas detectors have a finite life. I suspect this device is long ago obsolete.
My only suggestion at this point would be an LPG mechanic that would advise. Maybe an LPG supplier? Possibly an RV mechanic that dates back 30 years?
I wish you the best of luck, I’m tapped out on this topic. Sorry

 

[Massey1991]

OK so I did some calling around and I figured it out. That unit is only to detect a gas that is not supposed to be in the RV. The reason why my propane is not turning on is because the regulator on the propane tank is bad. I was told by an RD mechanic that I can replace the unit that is currently in my RV with any LP gas detector

 

[TJ&LadyDi]

Good advice from @RandyB; contact a qualified RV technician with experience in propane systems. I, too, think your detector unit has failed. One thought; have you tied pressing and holding the Test button? That might reset the system. My guess, however, is that you need to have the unit replaced. And, unless you have extensive experience with propane systems, this is NOT a do-it-yourself project.

TJ