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I want to change a dearborn space heater mod # drc12b1lp from natural gas to propaine how do i replace it & what do i need .thanks
Yes, you typically need to change the pilot orifice when switching from propane to natural gas. Propane orifices are smaller than natural gas orifices due to the different properties of the gases. Using the incorrect orifice can lead to improper fuel combustion and potential safety hazards. Be sure to consult the manufacturer's guidelines or a professional for proper installation.
No, it is not recommended to use propane in a natural gas Dearborn heater. Dearborn heaters are designed to work with natural gas fuel, not propane. Using propane in a natural gas heater can cause safety hazards and damage to the heater. It is important to use the correct type of fuel specified by the manufacturer for safe operation.
Yes, you can buy a gas dryer that is compatible with propane gas by ensuring that it is set up for propane use instead of natural gas. Make sure to follow the manufacturer's recommendations for converting the dryer to run on propane. Additionally, you may need to purchase a propane conversion kit if one is not included with the dryer.
To convert a natural gas fireplace to propane gas, you will need to replace the natural gas burner or nozzle with one designed for propane. It is essential to consult a professional technician or gas fitter to ensure that the conversion is done safely and properly, as propane and natural gas have different pressure and combustion characteristics. Making this change yourself can be dangerous and may void any warranties or insurance coverage on the fireplace.
Generally, natural gas is cheaper than propane. This is because natural gas is a commonly used energy source that is more widely available and produced than propane. Additionally, natural gas has lower production and transportation costs compared to propane.
Unless you are extremely knowledgeable about gas devices, you shouldn't fiddle with them.
this can be done but its not as simply as just hooking it up. you will need to change the manifold which is not always readily available. depending upon the manufacturer of the grill, you will likely need to order an L.P. (Propane) manifold directly from the manufacturer. Most propane distributors will convert natural gas appliances to LP for a modest fee. It is a matter of changing orifice sizes to let less gas into the appliance. Since propane burns about 4 times hotter than gas, an orifice which is about half the diameter is used. We had all of our gas appliances, dryer, stove, BBQ, converted when we moved from a location with natural gas to propane.
It is a chemical change
The evaporation of liquid propane in a gas grill is a physical change. This is because the change in state from liquid to gas does not alter the chemical composition of the propane molecules.
Propane burning is a chemical change. The propane reacts with oxygen. New compounds are the result of the process.Let me add a little more information to this. Propane stored in the tank is in liquid form under pressure (actually an equilibrium of propane gas in the top of the tank, and liquid propane in the bottom). When you open the valve, the gas escapes into the hose and goes to the burners.As the gas escapes, some of the liquid propane evaporates into gas form.The change from liquid to gas is a physical change.