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The National Propane Gas Association (NPGA) has a special service program offered called GAS® (Gas
Appliance System) Check. The GAS® Check program is aimed at educating users about the convenience
of propane with safety and peace of mind. For information on the NPGA Gas® Check program, call
(202) 466-7200 or visit www.npga.org.
LP-Gas Tanks and Cylinders:
Tanks are built to American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Code. The cylinders are built to DOT
(Department of Transportation) Code. The major difference between cylinders and tanks is in required testing and
inspection procedures, and in construction of the containers. Both tanks and cylinders are required to undergo
pressure testing and inspection; however, the procedures for how they are tested and inspected differ.
The difference between the two codes are that the valves, fi ttings and brackets are located only on the ends of
the DOT cylinders; however, on the ASME tanks they may be located on ends, as well as the sides. There is also
a difference in how the tanks are rated. Required tank ratings are in gallons (ASME ratings) or pounds (DOT)
water capacity. The Federal DOT (Department of Transportation) regulations require periodic inspections and
re-qualifi cations of cylinders.
American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) tanks or bulk containers are generally used in
motorhomes, and are permanently mounted on to the unit.
An alloy steel two-piece welded and brazed tank is used on all towable products. The marking on the collar,
DOT 4BA240, identifi es the DOT specifi cations and service pressure. Other pertinent information included on
the collar is the water capacity (WC) and the tare weight (TW), both which are measured in pounds, and the
manufacture date (one of the most important items). There is a required 12 year re-qualifi cation. The fi nal piece
of information is Dip Tube (DT) length. This is part of the overfi ll protection and maximum liquid allowance
in the cylinder.
Maintenance and Safety Tips for the LP-Gas Refrigerator and Furnace:
• Have the refrigerator and furnace systems inspected annually by an authorized service center.
• Before fi ring up the refrigerator or using the LP-Gas furnace for the fi rst time each season, have the
venting system checked for blockage. Insects may have built nests that will obstruct fl ow.
• At the fi rst indication of incomplete combustion (yellow fl ame instead of a blue fl ame or soot is present)
contact a service technician immediately. Improper combustion can cause Carbon Monoxide buildup,
which is potentially fatal!
Maintenance and Safety Tips for the LP-Gas Range:
• Burner fl ame should be a blue color, indicating complete combustion. If not, have the unit serviced by a
qualifi ed technician.
• DO NOT cover the oven bottom with foil. Air circulation will be restricted.
• Never use LP-Gas ranges or ovens for heating purposes.
• Always have pot handles turned inward.
• Ensure children understand never to turn or play with the knobs on the front of the LP-Gas range.
Maintenance and Safety Tips for the LP-Gas Water Heater:
• Have the water heater venting system inspected annually or before fi rst use of the season.
• Keep fl ammable substances away from the water heater. DO NOT store items close to it as this may block
the airfl ow the water heater needs to operate completely.
• At the fi rst indication of the incomplete combustion (yellow fl ame instead of a blue fl ame or soot is
present) call a service technician immediately. Improper combustion can cause Carbon Monoxide buildup,
which is potentially fatal!
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