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Main propane valve on tank

A while back someone posted that this valve should be opened all the way to close something in the valve and stopping any gas leakage around the valve. Do I have that correct or do you back it off a tad from full open? I can't remember which
Thanks
1996 U295-36, Cummins 300hp, 8.3. Build number 4864. Vin number 1F97D536XTNO54271. Purchased October 31, 2019.

Re: Main propane valve on tank

Reply #1 –
I was always taught to open all the way for the reason you give.

Pierce
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Reply #2 –
It is referred to as back seating the valve.

Mike
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Reply #3 –
And I replaced mine with new because the leak "in between" was impressive.
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Reply #4 –
Okay, Got it, Thanks, all the way out
1996 U295-36, Cummins 300hp, 8.3. Build number 4864. Vin number 1F97D536XTNO54271. Purchased October 31, 2019.