the refill adapter for 1# tanks requires you to turn the bulk tank upside down to get them filled, the new OPD valve will shut off when you turn the tank over.. so now days the refill adapter does not work so well..Harbor Freight sells a gadget that allows you to refill the small cans from a 20 pound grill tank. I think it's like $10 or so. I have not used it.
the refill adapter for 1# tanks requires you to turn the bulk tank upside down to get them filled, the new OPD valve will shut off when you turn the tank over.. so now days the refill adapter does not work so well..
It may not be designed to stop the flow when the tank is, but it does.. or at least all 5 I have tried do..
the float will "fall" into the closed position when the tank is tipped over. If your tank has an OPD valve that works when flipped, great you can fill your 1# tanks..
Out of curiosity, what brand of tank are you using? Maybe it is brand specific like Blue Rhino's scam, I mean safety OPD that is proprietary to prevent refilling by competitors (for your safety, of course). It might be worth determining which brands are doing it and see if that seems to make a difference.It may not be designed to stop the flow when the tank is, but it does.. or at least all 5 I have tried do..
the float will "fall" into the closed position when the tank is tipped over. If your tank has an OPD valve that works when flipped, great you can fill your 1# tanks..