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| Suburban Propane Safety Tips |
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LIGHTING PILOT LIGHTS |
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IF A PILOT LIGHT REPEATEDLY GOES OUT or is very difficult to light, there may be a safety problem.
DO NOT try to fix the problem yourself. It is strongly recommended that only a QUALIFIED SERVICE TECHNICIAN light any pilot light that has gone out.
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YOU ARE TAKING THE RISK of starting a fire or an explosion if you light a pilot light yourself. Carefully follow all of the manufacturer's instructions and warnings concerning the appliance before attempting to light the pilot.
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APPLIANCE MAINTENANCE |
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LEAVE IT TO THE EXPERTS. Only a qualified service technician has the training to install, inspect, service, maintain, and repair your appliances. Have your appliances and propane system inspected just before the start of each heating season.
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LEAVE IT TO THE EXPERTS. Only a qualified service technician has the training to install, inspect, service, maintain, and repair your appliances. Have your appliances and propane system inspected just before the start of each heating season.
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HELP YOUR APPLIANCES "BREATHE." Check the vents of your appliances to be sure that flue gases can flow easily to the outdoors; clear away any insect or bird nests or other debris. Also, clear the area around your appliances so plenty of air can reach the burner for proper combustion.
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HELP YOUR APPLIANCES "BREATHE." Check the vents of your appliances to be sure that flue gases can flow easily to the outdoors; clear away any insect or bird nests or other debris. Also, clear the area around your appliances so plenty of air can reach the burner for proper combustion.
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DO NOT TRY TO MODIFY OR REPAIR valves, regulators, connectors, controls, or other appliance and cylinder/tank parts. Doing so creates the risk of a gas leak that can result in property damage, serious injury, or death.
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HAVE OLDER APPLIANCE CONNECTORS INSPECTED.
Certain older appliance connectors may crack or break, causing a gas leak, If you have an appliance that is more than 20 years old, have a qualified service technician inspect the connector. Do not do this yourself, as movement of the appliance might damage the connector and cause a leak.
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FLAMMABLE VAPORS ARE A SAFETY HAZARD.
The pilot light on your propane appliance can ignite vapors from gasoline, paint thinners, and other flammable liquids. Be sure to store flammable liquids outdoors or in an area of the building containing no propane appliances.
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| DON'T RISK IT!
If you cannot operate any part of your propane system, or if you think an appliance or other device is not working right, call your propane retailer or qualified service technician for assistance.
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RUNNING OUT OF GAS |
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DON'T RUN OUT OF GAS. SERIOUS SAFETY HAZARDS, INCLUDING FIRE OR EXPLOSION, CAN RESULT.
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If an appliance valve or gas line is left open, a leak could occur when the system is recharged with propane.
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If your propane tank runs out of gas, any pilot lights on your appliances will go out. This can be extremely dangerous.
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A LEAK CHECK IS REQUIRED.
In many states, a propane retailer or a qualified service technician must perform a leak check of your system before turning on the gas.
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EQUIPMENT AWARENESS |
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KNOW HOW TO SHUT OFF YOUR GAS SUPPLY.
Know where the gas supply shutoff valve to your premises valve is located. Tank and cylinder valves must be turned to the right (in a clockwise direction) to stop the flow of gas.
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MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS.
All new appliances sold by Suburban will come with an owner's manual and manufacturer's instructions, Keep and consult them for correct operating and maintenance procedures. Contact the appliance manufacturer for replacement instructions, if needed.
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KNOW WHERE UNDERGROUND GAS LINES AND TANKS ARE LOCATED
to avoid damaging them when digging or working on your premises.
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DO NOT STORE PROPANE CYLINDERS OR CONTAINERS INSIDE BUILDINGS.
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