Propane is an efficient,
clean-burning, and plentiful fuel. But
another great reason to use propane is the money you save!
Using gas appliances is one of the best ways to conserve energy and
save money ~ making a home even more attractive to buyers.
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Propane will:
Heat 2.4 gallons of
water for each gallon heated electrically
Heat 2.3 homes for each
home heated electrically
Dry 3.3 loads of
clothing for each load dried electrically
Cook 1.7 meals for every
meal cooked electrically
Information based on
data from the DOE, NPGA, GAMA and national propane and electric rates.
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Propane
has an unusual odor, sort of like decayed cabbage, a dead mouse, garlic
or rotten eggs. Ask your delivery man to let you smell the
gas. Learn to identify this odor now.
Leaking
propane is heavier than air and without proper ventilation can collect
in low places like basements, pits, on the floor, etc.
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IF
YOU SMELL GAS, THERE IS THE POSSIBILITY OF FIRE OR EXPLOSION
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Open
windows and doors to increase ventilation.
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Do
not light matches or cigarettes
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Do
not operate switches, electrical appliances or thermostats
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Check
to be sure pilot lights are burning or perhaps a burner valve is
partially on
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If
the source of the leak cannot be found and corrected, or if odor
persists, leave the building. Call your gas supplier from a
neighbors phone.
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Do
not light matches or cigarettes
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Do
not operate switches, electric appliances, or thermostats
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Get
everyone out of the building and shut off the propane supply at the
container
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Call
your gas supplier from your neighbors phone. Ask your gas
supplier where the shutoff valve is located if you are not sure.
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DO
NOT GO BACK INTO THE BUILDING.
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Have
gas appliances installed by propane supplier
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Make
sure your present appliances are properly vented (when
required). Poisonous carbon monoxide can be produced from
improperly installed appliances.
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Keep
combustibles away from open flame. Curtains, paper, wood,
gasoline, cleaning fluids, etc., can catch fire.
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Have
a BC rated fire extinguisher handy. Be sure it is
charged. Know how to use it.
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When
lighting a burner or pilot, light match first, then turn on the gas.
(Follow instructions on appliance.
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Keep
burner areas clean.
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If
flame goes out, shut off appliance valves and allow gas to dissipate
before relighting. If burner will not stay lit, call your gas
supplier.
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Do
not remove gas appliances without closing the shutoff valve in the
line supplying that appliance, or the supply shutoff valve on your
gas container. Plug or Cap Open Lines. Call your gas
supplier and notify them of the unused line.
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Do
not repair appliances or your gas system yourself. Call your
gas supplier.
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Keep
your head away from the valves on your gas tank or cylinder. A
sudden discharge could result in injury.
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Use
only approved appliances. Look for a certified seal from American
Gas Association or Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.
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Call
your propane supplier for assistance.
YOU
SHOULD:
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Shut
off the main gas supply valve at your tank or cylinder. Learn
where this supply shutoff valve is located by asking your gas
supplier.
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Shut
off all appliance burner and pilot valves. Know where these
are. Instructions should be on or with the appliance.
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When
your gas service is restored, to avoid hazards, have your gas
supplier turn the valves back on, light the pilots and check the
controls. Be sure ALL appliances are checked.
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If you have a
question please contact us at:
Toll Free:
1-800-642-4941
or
e-mail to: questions@donahuegas.com
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