LP gas detector is beeping
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Topic: LP gas detector is beeping
Posted By: 2P$InAPod
Subject: LP gas detector is beeping
Date Posted: 06 Jul 2015 at 10:19pm
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The LP gas detector in our 2015 R179 is beeping for no apparent reason. I normally disconnect the battery when the Rpod is in the driveway. Lately when I connect the battery the LP gas detector would start to beep even though the propane valve is tightly shutoff. I reset the detector a few times but did not help, the detector will turn from green to red, then starts to beep. I opened the detector and noticed the circuit board is running quite warm. Is this a common problem with this detector? Don't know what else to do except to replace it... I wonder would Forrest River send me a replacement? ------------- David and Kris 2015 RPod 179 2002 Honda Odyssey LX |
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Posted By: Leo B
Date Posted: 07 Jul 2015 at 6:44am
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We had the same problem with our 179. Went to our dealership explained to the what happened, they tested it, found that it was bad and replaced it at no cost. The tech said sometimes they just go. ------------- Leo & Melissa Bachand 2017 Ford F150 2021 Vista Cruiser 19 csk Previously owned 2015 Rpod 179 2010 Rpod 171 |
Posted By: Podster
Date Posted: 07 Jul 2015 at 6:54am
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Yes, if you are within your 365 day FR warranty period they will replace it, if its defective. ------------- Cliff & Raelynn Ranger 4.0/178 (1/2 ton 5,800lb tow capacity) |
Posted By: furpod
Date Posted: 07 Jul 2015 at 8:48am
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What is the charge status of your battery? That detector will alarm on a low battery.
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Posted By: Outbound
Date Posted: 07 Jul 2015 at 3:15pm
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Propane isn't the only substance that will set off the LP alarm. RV antifreeze will set it off, some cleaners will set it off, Febreeze will set it off, as will (if she's positioned close by) my dog's farts. Although the farts are the most annoying (particularly at 2:00am when I'm woken from a dead sleep), RV antifreeze can be the most troublesome to clear. But... you did say "beeping", not "SCREAMING". Beeping indicates that the line voltage is low. Generally, this is a low battery warning, but I suppose it could also be caused by a heavy load on the battery as well; or even a wonky converter (although either of these last two is highly unlikely). And, of course, there's also the possibility that the LP detector is defective. ------------- Craig :: 2009 RP171 towed by a 2017 F150 |
Posted By: fwunder
Date Posted: 07 Jul 2015 at 9:03pm
 At least now I can tell my DW it's not just me!------------- 2014 RPod 178 => https://goo.gl/CV446f - MyMods and Buying Habits 2008 4Runner Limited 4.0-liter V6 Yes, those are wild ponies dining on grass while dumping tanks! |
Posted By: 2P$InAPod
Date Posted: 07 Jul 2015 at 9:45pm
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Thanks for all the inputs and comments. I connected the Rpod to 110V this morning to recharge the batteries for an upcoming trip. I noticed the LP detector was not beeping after work, I guess I have an intermittent problem. If it happens again, I plan to remove it and replace it with a battery operated CO detector.. $19 from home depot. ------------- David and Kris 2015 RPod 179 2002 Honda Odyssey LX |
Posted By: furpod
Date Posted: 08 Jul 2015 at 9:49am
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Your batteries were low. Again, it will alarm when the batteries get low. It's doing it's job.
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Posted By: Outbound
Date Posted: 08 Jul 2015 at 11:02am
A CO detector is not the same as a LP detector. An CO detector will sound an alarm if there is a build-up of burnt (and semi-burnt) fuel; CO also latches onto red blood cells rendering them incapable of moving oxygen, which makes exposure particularly lethal. An LP detector will sound an alarm if there is a build-up of unburnt propane gas (i.e. a potentially explosive situation). You should already have a factory-installed, battery-operated CO alarm in your trailer, as well as the factory-installed, battery-operated smoke detector. I strongly urge you to keep your LP detector. You may wish to disconnect your battery during storage to prevent it from draining your battery. Alternatively, you may wish to install a battery disconnect switch (which many of us have done) to simplify the process. ------------- Craig :: 2009 RP171 towed by a 2017 F150 |
Posted By: Leo B
Date Posted: 08 Jul 2015 at 12:21pm
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I strongly agree with Outbound! By disconnecting you could be creating a safety issue for you and your family. ------------- Leo & Melissa Bachand 2017 Ford F150 2021 Vista Cruiser 19 csk Previously owned 2015 Rpod 179 2010 Rpod 171 |
Posted By: techntrek
Date Posted: 11 Jul 2015 at 11:02pm
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+1 Also, I'm moving this to the pod section ------------- Doug ~ '10 171 (2009-2015) ~ 2008 Salem ~ http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1723 - Pod instruction manual 
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Posted By: JohnBG
Date Posted: 12 Jul 2015 at 12:06pm
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My CO detector is beeping too. Tried replacing the battery with no luck. Sticker on the detector says to replace in 2016. I'm guessing the Florida humidity is harder on the sensor. Going to try and find the same model replacement so I don't have to drill more holes in the wall.
------------- 2010 R-Pod RP-171 2010 Honda Ridgeline TV |
Posted By: Leo B
Date Posted: 12 Jul 2015 at 12:14pm
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We were told by our tech, you cant really go by the sticker and they do just kind of go. We had ours go , bought brand new in July 2015 and the detector went in September 2015. Our dealership replaced it right away. ------------- Leo & Melissa Bachand 2017 Ford F150 2021 Vista Cruiser 19 csk Previously owned 2015 Rpod 179 2010 Rpod 171 |
Posted By: JohnBG
Date Posted: 13 Jul 2015 at 12:08pm
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I ordered a new one on Amazon for $45. Link: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000FGECW6?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=od_aui_detailpages00 - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000FGECW6?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=od_aui_detailpages00 ------------- 2010 R-Pod RP-171 2010 Honda Ridgeline TV |
Posted By: techntrek
Date Posted: 13 Jul 2015 at 10:31pm
I just noticed this. The LP detector works by heating a wire, so it will be warm inside. This is why LP detectors arent run by AA or AAA batteries - they need too much power. Which is why they drain the big battery in a week or two, too. ------------- Doug ~ '10 171 (2009-2015) ~ 2008 Salem ~ http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1723 - Pod instruction manual
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Posted By: LisaWill22
Date Posted: 05 Oct 2015 at 7:14pm
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I am also having an issue with my RV Propane Gas Detector (Model 20-441-P) in my 2013 RP-177. I has gone off twice now very early in the morning (4:00am and 6:00am). I pushed the mute button, but it sounded again after a few minutes. Not a beep, but a constant alarm. I did not smell any propane and I checked my tank which was not leaking.
This did not happen at all when I was traveling a few months ago. I am staying in it full-time right now, and my son is sleeping right above the sensor on the bed that is converted from the dining table. How do I diagnose what the problem is with this thing? (Could it have something to do with the fact that he is sleeping right above it?) I'm not sure it I should replace it (faulty sensor) or if it is going off because it does detect gas. Wouldn't I smell propane leaking in my trailer? |
Posted By: techntrek
Date Posted: 05 Oct 2015 at 10:02pm
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Not being funny, it could be from him. Someone else here has said his dog will set it off. Just make sure he doesn't eat any beans on camping trips. Ok, that was an attempt at funny. You could try replacing it, they are about $50. ------------- Doug ~ '10 171 (2009-2015) ~ 2008 Salem ~ http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1723 - Pod instruction manual
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Posted By: Irish Tom
Date Posted: 05 Oct 2015 at 10:19pm
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Had the same issue with my 2015 Rpod 178. Dealer (Couch) sent me a new one. Problem solved. Irish Tom
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Posted By: LisaWill22
Date Posted: 14 Oct 2015 at 11:24pm
| Thanks for your help, I decided to replace it in hopes that the new one will not be defective. (The propane sensor, not my son.) I found the same one at Camping World for $60. |
Posted By: techntrek
Date Posted: 15 Oct 2015 at 8:31pm
------------- Doug ~ '10 171 (2009-2015) ~ 2008 Salem ~ http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1723 - Pod instruction manual
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Posted By: AmberKate
Date Posted: 20 Jul 2018 at 10:07pm
That screaming alert is freaking awful & my poor little pooch really hates it because it hurts her ears. I thought it was just me with the Lysol air spray - it goes off, a puff of room freshener for the bathroom - it goes off, turn on the water heater without turning on the exhaust fan - it goes off! Thank you for letting e know I have not lost my mind... not yet anyway. In the meantime I'm looking for ear-protectors for the Peke! ------------- AmberKate & RIP Little Tootsie - 
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