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Convert Natural Gas Water Heater to Propane

Posted: Sun Dec 06, 2009 11:26 pm
by pando7
Is it possible to convert a natural gas water heater (old Chaffoteaux et Maury) to run on bbq gas bottles(Propane)?

Posted: Mon Dec 07, 2009 8:16 pm
by Perry525
Yes. Methane and propane are both used in caravans, often methane/calor gas is used during the summer and propane that has a lower freezing point during the winter.

Posted: Sun Dec 13, 2009 5:08 am
by pando7
Do I need to use a different regulator or can i use the same one as used with the bbq? Also does the pressure of the water pumped through the heater matter? Thanks

Posted: Sun Dec 13, 2009 9:31 am
by Steve the gas
Yes BUT you will need new jets for it!! and an RGI to do it