Low propane pressure at the stove in a CS-S max

dinzzy
dinzzy Member Posts: 182
in Heating/Plumbing & Winterizing
I have a question for you.  I have a 2016 320 C.S.-S Max.  I’ve noticed the flame on the stove is no long burn strong and hot.  It very wimpy.  The tank is full.  Would this be a regulator issue/an adjustment?
Thanks,  Greg
Tow with a 2016 Tacoma TRD Sport, 2016 T@B CS-S Max


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  • ChanW
    ChanW Member Posts: 3,166
    Did you leave the tank disconnected for any amount of time last summer? Bugs or mud-dauber wasps have been known to get into the fittings.

    Or maybe just disconnect and reconnect the tank?

    Chan - near Buffalo NY
    2014 S Maxx
    2011 Tacoma 4cyl ... edit: 2022 Tacoma 6cyl - oh yeah!

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    A_Little_T@b'll_Do_Ya

  • dinzzy
    dinzzy Member Posts: 182
    Thanks for the response.  The tank has only been disconnected long enough to get a refill.  I did disconnect and reconnect it resently.  I thought somehow that might help.  It's still the same.
    Tow with a 2016 Tacoma TRD Sport, 2016 T@B CS-S Max


  • Sharon_is_SAM
    Sharon_is_SAM Member Posts: 10,034
    ? Air in the line?  
    Sharon / 2017 T@B CSS / 2015 Toyota Sienna Minivan / Westlake, Ohio
  • Sharon_is_SAM
    Sharon_is_SAM Member Posts: 10,034
    Is the Alde working ok?
    Sharon / 2017 T@B CSS / 2015 Toyota Sienna Minivan / Westlake, Ohio
  • ericnliz
    ericnliz Member Posts: 4,437
    @dinzzy, Sometimes when you disconnect & re-connect the tank, the pressure regulator seems to have a mind of it's own. Try disconnecting, leave it disconnected for a while, re-connect, and turn the valve on SLOWLY. I had the same issue with mine once & that's how it mysteriously resolved itself. I hope it works for you, because I know I went through some real head-scratchin' and tried several things before I finally resolved the issue in the above fashion. When it happened to me, first thought was  :o WHAT? Good luck & let us know if that works. Thanks, 
    Eric
    2016 T@B MAX S-aka: WolfT@B
    TV: 2006 Chevy Avalanche LT Z71 aka: WhiteWolf, or 1972 Chevy Custom10 P/U aka: SnarlingWolf
    Spokane, Wa.
    Eric aka: Lone Wolf  


  • Verna
    Verna Member Posts: 6,876
    And, there could be a small spider web inside the burner.....whatever you call the piece the gas comes from to make a flame....!
    Verna, Columbus, IN
    2021 T@B 320S  Boondock “The T@B”
    Towed by a white 2019 Ford F-150 4x4 Supercab, 3.5L V6 Ecoboost “The Truck”
  • ericnliz
    ericnliz Member Posts: 4,437
    @Verna, my guess....gas tube! =)
    2016 T@B MAX S-aka: WolfT@B
    TV: 2006 Chevy Avalanche LT Z71 aka: WhiteWolf, or 1972 Chevy Custom10 P/U aka: SnarlingWolf
    Spokane, Wa.
    Eric aka: Lone Wolf  


  • rfuss928
    rfuss928 Member Posts: 1,192
    I had a recently filled cylinder that wouldn't flow.  Turns out the OPD valve had stuck in the closed position because the cylinder was so full.  The float was right at the top near the saftey shut off level.  Tipping the tank upside down and back upright got things flowing again.

  • dinzzy
    dinzzy Member Posts: 182
    The Alde seems to be working.  I’ll try disconnecting the line for a while and the reconnect.  While disconnected I’ll turn it upside down to free a possible stuck float.  I’ll check for a spider under the burner.  I’ll give you an update soon.
    Greg
    Tow with a 2016 Tacoma TRD Sport, 2016 T@B CS-S Max


  • dinzzy
    dinzzy Member Posts: 182
    Update:  Verna, no spiders.  I was hoping they were there as that would be a fix I could see.  I took out the tank and flipped it upside several times (I did not hear the float bumping around), disconnect the propane line, reconnecting it 30 mins latter and turned it on slow.  My flame is improved.  I’m camping this weekend at Malibu Beach RV Resort so with the ocean breeze I will see how well it does.  Thanks everyone.
    Tow with a 2016 Tacoma TRD Sport, 2016 T@B CS-S Max


  • Sharon_is_SAM
    Sharon_is_SAM Member Posts: 10,034
     Malibu Beach RV resort - we want pics!
    Sharon / 2017 T@B CSS / 2015 Toyota Sienna Minivan / Westlake, Ohio
  • ericnliz
    ericnliz Member Posts: 4,437
    @dinzzy, Thanks for the update! Happy camping! B)
    2016 T@B MAX S-aka: WolfT@B
    TV: 2006 Chevy Avalanche LT Z71 aka: WhiteWolf, or 1972 Chevy Custom10 P/U aka: SnarlingWolf
    Spokane, Wa.
    Eric aka: Lone Wolf  


  • dinzzy
    dinzzy Member Posts: 182
    This is was last Mother’s Day.  We have the same spot.  I’m expecting the same weather!  We are on a bluff over looking the ocean.  I perfect spot the whale watch!

    Tow with a 2016 Tacoma TRD Sport, 2016 T@B CS-S Max


  • ericnliz
    ericnliz Member Posts: 4,437
    Nice shot! Hey, I have the same Cabella's out door kitchen! Love it! How's the stove workin'?
    2016 T@B MAX S-aka: WolfT@B
    TV: 2006 Chevy Avalanche LT Z71 aka: WhiteWolf, or 1972 Chevy Custom10 P/U aka: SnarlingWolf
    Spokane, Wa.
    Eric aka: Lone Wolf  


  • dinzzy
    dinzzy Member Posts: 182
    I have a stronger 🔥.   
    Tow with a 2016 Tacoma TRD Sport, 2016 T@B CS-S Max


  • BrianZ
    BrianZ Member Posts: 1,770
    I recently read literature from our new Weber Q-100 gas grill which said it's critical to always wait a full minute after turning on the tank valve before turning on the burner valve, to give the lines time to pressurize; because the regulator has a safety mechanism that prevents full gas flow if a leak is detected, and opening the burner valve too soon simulates a leak, as the lines don't get enough time to fully pressurize.  I don't know if this is true for all regulators, but worth a try, if applicable.
    -Brian in Chester, Virginia
    TV: 2005 Toyota Sienna LE (3.3L V6)
    RV: 2018 T@B 320S, >100 mods 
  • ericnliz
    ericnliz Member Posts: 4,437
    @BrianZ, Good point, thanks for mentioning this one!
    2016 T@B MAX S-aka: WolfT@B
    TV: 2006 Chevy Avalanche LT Z71 aka: WhiteWolf, or 1972 Chevy Custom10 P/U aka: SnarlingWolf
    Spokane, Wa.
    Eric aka: Lone Wolf  


  • dinzzy
    dinzzy Member Posts: 182
    Interesting point.  I’ll try that!
    Tow with a 2016 Tacoma TRD Sport, 2016 T@B CS-S Max


  • dinzzy
    dinzzy Member Posts: 182
    The point BrianZ made might be why disconnecting the propane line for a while and then reconnecting and turning the value open slowly is suggested.  The regulator won’t think there is a leak and shut down!

    Just a thought.

    Greg
    Tow with a 2016 Tacoma TRD Sport, 2016 T@B CS-S Max


  • dinzzy
    dinzzy Member Posts: 182
    Malibu went off with our a hitch!  Strong flame even with the ocean breeze.  Thanks for all the advice and help!!
    Greg
    Tow with a 2016 Tacoma TRD Sport, 2016 T@B CS-S Max


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