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1. Shut off all gas appliance valves.
2. Close the gas service valve of the tank, cylinder or meter.
3. Call LAKES GAS CO. to arrange for a gas delivery.
4. Someone needs to be home or provide access so the driver can perform a leak test and re-light all gas appliances. If we are unable to get inside, gas will not be delivered.
5. National Fuel Gas Code NFPA547.2.3 TEST FOR LEAKAGE. Immediately after gas is turned on into a new system or into a system that has been initially restored after an interruption of service, the piping system shall be tested for leakage. If leakage is indicated, the gas supply shall be shut off until the necessary repairs have been made.
PROPANE CYLINDER USE GUIDELINES
• Never store cylinders indoors or in an enclosed area.
• Always have the shut off valve firmly closed when the connected appliance is not in use.
• Never leave cylinders next to a stove, fireplace, hot vehicle or near any
other heat source.
• Cylinders must always be secured and in an upright position when
used, transported or stored for use.
• Never transport a cylinder in the passenger compartment of a vehicle
or without a seal, cap or plug in the valve opening.
• Never use a propane cylinder without a regulator.
• After reconnecting your regulator system to the cylinder valve, check
for leaks at the connection point. Apply a leak detector solution over
and around the connection, turn on the gas slowly with the appliance in
the off position. Listen, smell and observe the leak detector solution for bubbles at the connection. If it is determined a leak exists, turn off the
gas. Re-check the connection for alignment, seating and tightness. Perform the leak test again. If the problem continues to exist, see your
LAKES GAS CO. dealer.
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CARBON MONOXIDE (CO)
Carbon Monoxide (CO), you can’t see it and you can’t smell it. It’s an invisible killer caused by the incomplete combustion of fossil fuels due to
an improper air mixture resulting from restricted fresh air flow to the appliance burner or an obstructed, poorly vented appliance to the outside
atmosphere.
CO Poisoning produces flu- like symptoms, watery eyes, headaches, dizziness, nausea, fatigue and possible death.
Using portable propane appliances or unvented heating equipment inside a tent, RV, camper, vehicle, fish house shelter, building or any other enclosed
area can produce deadly carbon monoxide.
If you suspect CO poisoning, immediately get to fresh air and seek medical help.
DO’S AND DO NOT’S
DO thoroughly ventilate the entire area before lighting pilots.
DO sniff near the floor area for gas odor prior to lighting pilots.
DO remain alert if any gas odor should develop prior to the lighting of pilot lights.
DO follow the manufacturer’s instructions for lighting pilot lights.
DO NOT have any source of ignition in the area.
DO NOT have any extra or unnecessary people in the area.
DO NOT light pilot lights if you are unable to detect the gas odor.
DO NOT light pilot lights if a musty or damp smell exists.
DO NOT force or use tools on the pilot light or its controls.
DO NOT use oil on a sticky knob or button on a gas control valve.
DO NOT light pilot lights of any appliances you suspect have been water damaged or have been in a flood. |
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