The Gas Meter gauge is read while gas is flowing in the system. It indicates low level in the tank only and will not indicate the exact tank level. If the needle point to –
REMEMBER: Use gas for at least 5 minutes before checking for low gas level. It is best to read gas level just before finishing using gas appliance and checking the level whether to refill before next use.
Depending on the outside temperature when the Gas Meter shows REFILL you have only 10-15 minutes of propane left.
Note: Before refilling or exchanging your cylinder, remove the Gas Meter for reuse with your new or refilled cylinder.
Gauge display based on temperatures:
Even in low temperatures propane gas can be used. In extremely cold weather conditions (-10° F), the propane in the cylinder may not vaporize as quickly as required, thus the gauge will read in or about the yellow zone.