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Propane Safety Tips for Your Home |
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- To readily recognize a leak, know what propane smells like. Holden Oil has pamphlets available with a scratch-and-sniff spot so that your entire family can understand how to rrecognize the smell. Propane leak detectors, similar to carbon monoxide detectors, are available.
- If you smell a leak, immediately evacuate everyone from the building and call Holden Oil or the fire department from your neighbor’s phone. DO NOT remain in the building, use the telephone or light switches or try to determine the source of the leak by yourself.
- Be aware of where gas service lines are located, especially when working in your yard.
- Water can damage the internal safety mechanism in the gas controls of an appliance. If you suspect that your appliance gas controls may have gotten wet (because of flooding, for example), have a trained technician replace them immediately.
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- All furnaces can collect lint and dirt and should be cleaned regularly. Contact Holden Oil for service and information on proper cleaning, and always follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
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- Drain your tank periodically (until water runs clean – usually 2 to 3 gallons) to get rid of sediment buildup on the bottom of the tank. Always follow the manufacturers recommended procedures.
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- Have your unit serviced if the burner flame is not blue. The blue flame indicates complete combustion. A yellow flame means air inlets are clogged or burners need adjustment. Contact Holden Oil’s service department immediately. Do not cover the oven bottom with foil – it can restrict air circulation.
- Never use gas ranges for home heating.
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- Always use the grill outdoors in a well-ventilated area. Do not bring propane cylinders indoors or into an enclosed space such as a garage or basement.
- Always follow all of the manufacturer's instructions and keep written materials and manuals in a safe, accessible place.
- Make sure the grill burner controls are turned off. Keep the cylinder valve closed when not in use.
- Make sure the gas grill is shut off and cooled off before covering your grill after use.
- Always use or store cylinders in an upright, vertical position. Store them outdoors away from sources of ignition.
- When you have your cylinder refilled, have your supplier check for dents, damage, rust or leaks.
- After filling, take your cylinder home immediately. Keep your vehicle ventilated with the cylinder valve closed and plugged or capped. Do not leave the cylinder in your car.
- When your grill is not in use, cover disconnected hose-end fittings and burner air intakes with small plastic bags, or obtain protective fitting caps from your propane supplier to keep out dirt, insects and moisture.
- Before lighting your propane gas grill burner, use a leak-detection solution to check all connections for tightness. Contact your local propane gas supplier to obtain the leak-detection solution and instructions on how to use it.
- Never use matches or lighters to check for leaks.
- If there is a significant and uncontrollable release of gas or a fire, call the fire department immediately and move all people and pets away from the unit.
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- Do not smoke while handling the propane cylinder.
- Do not leave the cylinder in your vehicle.
- Do not use matches or lighters to check for leaks.
- Do not allow children to tamper or play with the cylinder or grill.
- Do not use, store or transport your cylinder where it would be exposed to high temperatures. (This includes storing spare cylinders under or near the grill.)
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