RF Deluxe co2 regulator question

anjhof · 12/18/2007, 08:52 PM

I just got this new CO2 Regulator and I have a problem.
http://www.premiumaquatics.com/Merch..._Code=co2units

When connecting the regulator to the CO2 tank, it is not air tight. I can feel the CO2 coming out the sides. I obviously quickly turned it off.
The regulator came with 2 little hard plastic "O" rings - I've tried it with 1 at a time and with 2 at a time. Either way it leaks CO2. Is there a trick I can't figure out here or what?

aaron7405 · 12/18/2007, 10:06 PM

I thought RF were amoung the best

mavgi · 12/18/2007, 10:17 PM

you need to use one "O" ring .

did you put Teflon tape on the co2 tank outlet , also you need to tight it strong .

i have the same unit about 1Â½ year never have problem with it .

anjhof · 12/18/2007, 10:20 PM

I got out a wrench and tightened the heck out of it - that seemed to work. I bought it thinking it was one of the best and hopefully it is. Of course for the price, you would think it would come with some instructions - even though it is pretty simple to set up.

mavgi · 12/18/2007, 10:32 PM

Realy i dont remember if mine come with instructions but it's very easy to use . you just need to open the CO2 gate valve and adjust the the CO2 drip Regulator . i was able to let it run steady 6 drop per second without problem and the unit work perfect .

i also use the RF PH controller and i never have problem with those unit . IMO they have very good product and accurate to it's run good for long term.

Goodwood · 12/19/2007, 12:10 AM

Must use wrench with any regulator, RF is one of the best

12/18/2007, 08:52 PM	#1
anjhof Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Huntley, IL Posts: 746	RF Deluxe co2 regulator question I just got this new CO2 Regulator and I have a problem. http://www.premiumaquatics.com/Merch..._Code=co2units When connecting the regulator to the CO2 tank, it is not air tight. I can feel the CO2 coming out the sides. I obviously quickly turned it off. The regulator came with 2 little hard plastic "O" rings - I've tried it with 1 at a time and with 2 at a time. Either way it leaks CO2. Is there a trick I can't figure out here or what?

12/18/2007, 10:06 PM	#2
aaron7405 Registered Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Tucson & Hermosillo Mexico Posts: 780	I thought RF were amoung the best __________________ I would like to find this book "Wife & Marine Aquarium: simple guide how to get each other along" Current Tank Info: In process SPS dominant Solana XL67

12/18/2007, 10:17 PM	#3
mavgi Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: queens n.y Posts: 2,209	you need to use one "O" ring . did you put Teflon tape on the co2 tank outlet , also you need to tight it strong . i have the same unit about 1Â½ year never have problem with it .

12/18/2007, 10:20 PM	#4
anjhof Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Huntley, IL Posts: 746	I got out a wrench and tightened the heck out of it - that seemed to work. I bought it thinking it was one of the best and hopefully it is. Of course for the price, you would think it would come with some instructions - even though it is pretty simple to set up.

12/18/2007, 10:32 PM	#5
mavgi Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: queens n.y Posts: 2,209	Realy i dont remember if mine come with instructions but it's very easy to use . you just need to open the CO2 gate valve and adjust the the CO2 drip Regulator . i was able to let it run steady 6 drop per second without problem and the unit work perfect . i also use the RF PH controller and i never have problem with those unit . IMO they have very good product and accurate to it's run good for long term.

12/19/2007, 12:10 AM	#6
Goodwood Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Destin, Florida Posts: 700	Must use wrench with any regulator, RF is one of the best