You definitely have a CO2 leak. Here are some suggestions:
1. The regulator needs to be connected to the tank as tight as possible - there is 800# of pressure trying to get out at that point. Use a LARGE crescent wrench for this to give you more leverage. If the regulator does not have a built in nylon washer, always use a new grey fiber washer each time you re-connect the tank.
2. Always open the tank valve completely. It is a "double seat" valve and you can have leaks if it is only opened half way.
3. Use liquid dish soap diluted with water or some kids party bubbles to check for leaks. I don't think Windex is elastic enough to make good bubbles. Open the tank, turn on the regulator, tap the keg. Then liberally put the soap on all the connections: tank, hose, gauges, coupler on the keg, etc.
4. Could be the diaphragm/seat in the regulator - you will get CO2 coming out of the regulator bonnet. Could also be a poor seal at the keg with the coupler.
Hopefully one of these will work. From a 5# CO2 tank you should get at least 5 1/2 kegs.
Mike Godwin, Micro Matic USA, Inc. Northridge, CA
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