We had a 57 gallon propane tank outside out house that was used for a gas stove only. We only went through about 20 gallons of propane per year. This tank (with a half tank of gas) was recently stolen. Is it possible to hook up a gas grill or similar sized propane tank in place of the larger tank that was there? We are selling the house and will not be remaining there long term so it seems pointless to go through the hassle of having another full-size tank installed and paying for a full tank of gas.
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Backyard Fire Pits and Patio Heaters
April 24th, 2009 at 9:37 pm
Can A Gas Grill Or Similar Sized Propane Tank Be Used Temporarily In Place Of A Regular Outdoor Tank?
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The only propane we use is for the cooktop in the kitchen. We have two 20 pound tanks hooked up to it. One is in service and one is a spare. We use a tank about every six months. It has worked very well for us since we built the house 12 years ago.
The tanks sit behind the house and are manifolded with a regulator so all we have to do is switch over when one runs out.
It should be fine if that is all you are using.
I believe the problem with smaller tanks can be they cannot supply large demand appliances as the gas has to boil off in the tank at a rate that lets it deliver gaseous form of propane to the appliance.
Small tank and big appliance could spell trouble.
I am no Hank Hill, but thats what I have heard.
j.
Yes, with a regulator, no problem.