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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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