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Originally Posted by morpheus
FYi, propane tanks are filled to 80% capacity only by law. This allows for expansion in the heat.
If you have a leak, you could have triggered the safety valve built into the tank valve. If it detects too fast of a flow too quickly, it closes to prevent leaks... to demonstrate, turn your valves on a BBQ, then open the tank.. you won't get any propane flow, and you'll hear the click from the valve as it closes.
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I had that problem with our Weber Q200 grill. I have to turn the gas tank valve on then wait a while for the pressure to equalize in the hose to the regulator before lighting. Otherwise, the grill may light then fizzle out in a few seconds. There may also be another check valve in the regulator to complicate matters. There were people blasting Weber in product reviews because of this. Weber has a statement on their website that addresses the problem and explains what to do. Mainly, turn the the tank valve on then wait a few minutes before lighting.
Having said that, the same practice of turning the trailer tank valves on and waiting a few minutes before lighting any appliances may be a good practice to follow.