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Propane sensor

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Topic: Propane sensor

Posted By: Themmorris
Subject: Propane sensor
Date Posted: 26 Oct 2021 at 10:43am

Hi everyone, I did try the search feature here and nothing shows up.

The problem is the propane sensor near the floor outside the shower was disconnected by previous owner. I just discovered this and I am going to replace it.

Should I replace it with a model like it has or should I use a newer model? Are there any advantages or disadvantages?

It is a 2016 RP 178.

Thanks for your suggestions.

Mike Morris

Replies:

Posted By: TheBum
Date Posted: 26 Oct 2021 at 10:53am

When I replaced the one in my 179, I went with the same brand (Safe-T-Alert) but the flush mount version. I got tired of kicking the box off the wall. My 196 has an RV Safe propane/CO detector.

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Alan
2022 R-Pod 196 "RaptoRPod"
2022 Ram 1500 Lone Star 4x4
Three cats

Posted By: Themmorris
Date Posted: 26 Oct 2021 at 11:03am

Hi Alan, the flush model is a great idea. I agree it is easy to kick.

Thanks for the quick response.

Mike

Posted By: StephenH
Date Posted: 26 Oct 2021 at 12:40pm

I also replaced mine when it reached end of life with the flush-mount model. It is so much better. I really got tired of kicking the surface-mount one off the wall. The flush-mount also looks much better. You will just need to cut a rectangular opening where the old one was. Make sure the wires are out of the way and that it is in an open area without anything that could be damaged where you need to cut such as wall studs.

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StephenH
Happy is the man that findeth wisdom,...

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Posted By: Themmorris
Date Posted: 26 Oct 2021 at 1:32pm

Hi Stephen,

Thanks for the response. I’ll be sure to check for studs.

Mike