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Wenatchee Petroleum has provided a wide range of fuels to the local area since 1924, including gasoline, diesel, off road diesel, aviation gas, jet A, and propane through our superior delivery service, our Pacific Pride commercial fueling sites, and our convenience stores located throughout north central Washington...Read More >>

Safety

Home Safety

General TipsBBQ

  • To readily recognize a leak, know what propane smells like. Propane retailers have pamphlets available with a scratch-and-sniff spot so that your entire family can recognize the smell. Propane leak detectors, similar to carbon monoxide detectors, are available. See your propane supplier to obtain one.
  • If you smell a leak, immediately evacuate everyone from the building and call your local propane supplier or the fire department from your neighbor’s phone. Do not remain in the building, do not use the telephone, do not use any light switches, and do not 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.

Heating Appliances

  • All furnaces can collect lint and dirt and should be cleaned regularly. Contact your local propane supplier for information on proper cleaning, and follow the manufacturer’s instructions.

Water Heaters

  • 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.

Ranges

  • 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 your propane supplier’s service department immediately.
  • Do not cover the oven bottom with foil – it can restrict air circulation.
  • Never use gas ranges for home heating.

Grill Safety

Do’s:

  • Always use the grill outdoors in a well-ventilated area. Always follow all of the manufacturerÕs instructions and keep written materials and manuals in a safe, accessible place.
  • Make sure the grill burner controls are turned off and keep the cylinder valve closed when not in use.
  • Make sure the gas grill is shut off and completely cooled off before covering it after use.
  • Always use or store cylinders in an upright, vertical position. Be sure to 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. While transporting, keep your vehicle ventilated with the cylinder valve closed and plugged or capped.
  • 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.
  • If there is a significant and uncontrollable release of gas or fire, call the fire department immediately and move all people and pets away from the unit.

Dont’s:

  • Do not bring cylinders indoors or into an enclosed space such as a garage.
  • 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.