Propane Safety
FLAMMABLE GAS UNDER PRESSURE – LEAKING LP-GAS CAN CAUSE A FIRE OR EXPLOSION IF IGNITED – CONTACT LP-GAS SUPPLIERS FOR REPAIRS OR DISPOSAL OF THIS CYLINDER OR UNUSED LP-GAS – FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY *DO NOT USE OR STORE CYLINDER IN A BUILDING, GARAGE OR ENCLOSED AREA.
CUSTOMER WARNING:
- Know the odor of LP-Gas. If you hear, see or smell leaking LP-Gas, immediately get everyone away from the cylinder and call the Fire Department. Do not attempt repairs.
- Caution your LP-Gas supplier to: Be certain cylinder is purged of trapped air prior to first filling. Be certain not to overfill the cylinder. Be certain cylinder re-qualification date is checked.
- LP-Gas is heavier than air and may settle in low places while dissipating.
- Contact with the liquid contents of cylinder will cause freeze burns to the skin.
- Do not allow children to tamper or play with cylinder.
- When not connected for use, keep cylinder valve turned off. Self contained outdoor cooking appliances shall be limited to a cylinder of 20 lb. capacity or less.
- Do not use, store or transport cylinder where it would be exposed to high temperatures. Relief valve may open allowing a large amount of flammable gas to escape.
- When transporting, keep cylinder secured in an upright position with cylinder valve turned off.
WHEN CONNECTING FOR USE:
- Use only in compliance with applicable codes.
- Read and follow manufacturers’ instructions.
- Consult manufacturers’ instructions concerning the cylinder connection provided with your appliance.
- Be sure regulator vent is not pointing up.
- Turn off all valves on the appliance.
- Do not check for gas leaks with a match or open flame. Apply soapy water at areas marked “X” on the diagram on the cylinder warning label. Open cylinder valve. If bubble appears, close valve and have LP-Gas service person make needed repairs. Also check appliance valves and connections to make sure they do not leak before lighting appliance.
- Light appliance(s) following manufacturers’ instructions.
- When appliance is not in use, keep cylinder valve closed.
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