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Old 09-07-2023, 11:31 AM   #1
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2011 Via Propane Issue

I just purchased a 2011 Via and I’m having an issue. When flipping the switch to LP Valve on in order to run frig on propane there is a loud sound of air escaping, smell of propane and it fails to light. There are no issues with spider webs, etc in vent and the last attempt there was a loud pop and I quit attempting to diagnose. Where we fill our tanks they couldn’t see any issues, but obviously they aren’t RV specialists.
A week earlier I was out working in yard and smelled propane significantly and gas was escaping I thought from tank vent and hit the emergency shut off. I attributed that to our high temperature of 106 degrees outside, but the coach is under good shade cover and I really don’t think that was the cause. Looking for advice from someone who has experienced this. Do not want to take to dealership and leave for months. I’ll hire a mobile tech if and when I find one. Actually enrolled at NRVTA in Athens soon! Appreciate and help.
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Old 09-07-2023, 12:39 PM   #2
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Some help to knowing where the LP lines run but there are three different floorplans of that year and model RV, so we can't point to any specific drawing for help.
This site is the interactive drawings for parts and you can choose the model and floor plan as fits.
https://catalog3d.winnebagoind.com/menu/Parts.htm

By drilling down to the LP section, you can look at where the lines run and then be more prepared to test again if you choose to turn the flow on again and watch/listen for where it is coming out.
I find popoffs due the high temp/ high pressure are a simple quick burst that doesn't last long but just enough to relieve the pressure if filled too full. Not something I expect too often on RV but more on portable tanks.

Be careful about any fire hazards but if it is a big leak that you can hear, it may show pretty quickly, so that a big cloud is not built up!
Possibly a tank reg failure or maybe just a fitting on a small line has come loose??

Big leaks easier to find than little sneaky type that we can't hear!!
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Old 09-07-2023, 10:37 PM   #3
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I have 3 mobile mechanic lookup tools:
https://nrvta.com/
https://rvtaa.org/locate/
https://camperfaqs.com/mobile-rv-repair
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Thank you.
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