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Getting Propane Service
can be one of the most trouble-free things
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Mighty Flame:
Helping to Keep You Safe
Mighty Flame is
committed to helping our customers enjoy the comfort and
convenience of propane. And keeping our customers safe
while they use propane is our number-one priority.
Below you will find
valuable safety and maintenance tips that will help keep
you and your family safe year round.
Grill Usage
Tips
Always use the grill outdoors in a well-ventilated
area. Do not bring cylinders or grills intended for
outdoor use inside or into an enclosed space, such
as a garage.
Always follow all of the grill manufacturer’s
instructions and keep written materials in a safe,
accessible place.
Before lighting your grill, use a leak-detection
solution made from a teaspoon of mild liquid hand
soap in a cup of water to check all connections for
leaks. Bubbles at the connection indicate leakage.
Rinse thoroughly using clear water.
Never use matches or lighters to check for leaks.
Make sure the grill is shut off and cooled off
before covering after use.
When not in use, make sure the grill burner controls
are off and keep the cylinder valve closed.
Never allow children to tamper or play with the
cylinder or grill.
If
there is an uncontrollable release of gas or a fire,
call the fire department immediately and move all
people and pets away from the grill. Do not attempt
to move the grill or put the fire out with a fire
extinguisher.
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Grill
Maintenance and Cleaning Tips
Clean the burner and tubes. Make sure the
propane cylinder is turned off and disconnected.
Following the instructions in the owner’s manual,
remove the briquettes and cooking grids. Unfasten
the burner, slip the venturi tubes off the orifices,
and remove the burner unit as a whole. Clean off any
dirt or grease accumulation using a soft cloth and
soapy water, then towel dry the unit. When the unit
is dry, clean out each gas port on the burner unit
with toothpicks and clean the venturi tubes by
soaking in warm, soapy water.
Clean the grill housing. Before you start, cover
the gas orifices beneath the control panel with
aluminum foil to prevent corrosion. Scrub the
grill’s inner and outer surfaces with a
brass-bristle brush and soapy water. Rinse
thoroughly with a garden hose and towel dry. After
the grill housing is dry, reattach the burner,
venturi tubes, and igniter.
Check the fuel supply system. Always inspect the
gas line, connections, and propane cylinder for
damage, rust, and corrosion before restarting the
grill. Reconnect your propane tank to the grill and
test the connections for leaks by brushing them with
a solution of mild hand soap and water. Avoid using
dish soap or window cleaner containing ammonia as it
will corrode brass fittings. After checking for
leaks, rinse thoroughly with clean water. Turn on
the gas. If bubbles appear or the distinctive
“rotten egg” smell of gas is present, turn off the
gas and tighten the connections. Wait three minutes,
then do the test again. If the bubbles or smell
continues, shut off the gas and call your local
propane supplier.
Clean the briquettes and cooking grids. Flip the
briquettes so the greasy side faces the burner and
place the grids in their usual places. Light the
grill, close the lid, and set the flame on high for
15 minutes. The heat will burn the grease off the
briquettes and grids. After the grill cools, remove
the grids and briquettes. Using the brass-bristle
brush and some warm, soapy water, scrub the grids
clean, rinse, and towel dry.
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Safety Tips
for Children
Never turn on
appliances without an adult present.
Keep paper
and toys away from gas furnaces, space heaters,
ranges, water heaters, fireplaces, and any other gas
appliances.
Stay away
from propane tanks and pipes.
Never play
with matches.
If you smell
propane, exit the home immediately without running
or using any electrical switches or appliances. Go
to a trusted adult for help. Call a parent from a
nearby phone so they can contact the gas company or
fire department.
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Cylinder
Safety Tips
Do not smoke
while handling the propane cylinder.
Never store
or use a propane cylinder in your home or any other
enclosed space, such as a garage, basement, or shed.
Always use,
transport, and store cylinders in an upright,
vertical position with the cylinder valve turned
off.
Store
cylinders outdoors away from sources of ignition and
in a place where they will not be exposed to high
temperatures.
Be aware of
regulations regarding the safe transportation of
propane cylinders, as they vary from city to city.
Contact your local fire department for propane
transport regulations.
Make sure to
read all warning labels attached to the cylinder.
Make sure
your propane cylinder is equipped with an OPD valve.
The unique triangular shape of the valve’s hand
wheel and the letters “OPD” can identify OPD
cylinders. Cylinders with a round or star-shaped
hand wheel are obsolete.
In the United
States, any cylinder over 12 years old must be
re-certified before it can be filled. Have your
propane cylinder filled by a trained, certified
propane professional.
Do not
attempt to repair a damaged propane cylinder
yourself. Return the damaged cylinder to a qualified
propane supplier for repairs or disposal.
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Propane
System and Appliance Safety
It is
strongly recommended that you have your propane
system checked at least once a year by a trained,
qualified service technician. During the inspection,
all parts of your system, including the vent pipes,
should be checked to make sure they are in good
working condition and to help avoid carbon monoxide
poisoning.
Be sure to
have all propane-powered appliances installed and
repaired by a qualified technician.
All furnaces
can collect lint and dirt and should be cleaned
regularly. Contact a reputable heating contractor to
perform the cleaning, along with an equipment check
up.
Drain your
water heater periodically to get rid of sediment
build-up on the bottom of the tank.
When using a
space heater, it is essential that the space above
and around the unit be free of any combustible
materials, such as draperies or plastics. Check the
manufacturer’s instructions for clearance distances.
Lighting
pilots is not for the novice. Only trained
professionals should light your pilot lights.
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Camping
Equipment Safety Tips
Make sure the
shelter or camper is adequately ventilated at all
times.
Have your
camping appliances checked at least once a year by a
qualified technician to ensure they are functioning
properly.
Never use a
propane stove in an enclosed area. It should be
located in an open, well-ventilated area away from
shrubs, dry wood, and other combustibles.
Never leave a
hot stove unattended. Always turn it off, allowing
it to cool before moving it.
Keep dirt and
foreign particles out of the propane lantern valves
and blow the valves clean before connecting a
cylinder to the lantern.
Never operate
a lantern without a mantle or with a damaged mantle
that has visible holes or cracks.
Leave plenty
of clearance between your propane lantern and
combustible materials.
Use the
lantern only as a light source. It is not a space
heater.
Only use
propane gas heaters that have been tested and
labeled by a recognized agency.
Use the
heater only for heating, not for cooking food or
drying clothes.
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