Traveling with Propane. Some Basic Safety Reminders.
This summer,
when you're at the lake,
on the road,
or at your quiet retreat nowhere near a road,
count on the home comfort
of propane.
Propane will refrigerate your food, light your cabin, heat your water, your living space, freeze your ice and of course, grill your favourite meals.
Enjoy your summer. Safely.
Traveling with Propane. Some Basic Safety Reminders.
- Camping heaters should be only used in a Well Ventilated Area.
- Only appliances that are vented to the outdoors are appropriate for Recreational Vehicles
- Before using any fuel-burning appliance, check for spider webs, dust and any other tiny bits of debris that can close burner ports and create a CO hazard and/or a fire.
- Read the manufacturer's labels, service instructions and operating directions carefully. Even if you have used an appliance 50 times, make sure you know exactly what it is intended to do, and how to operate properly.
- When buying new equipment, always look for the CSA International, Underwriters' Laboratories of Canada (UlC), Canadian Gas Association (CGA) and the ETL (Warnock Hersey) symbol to ensure the product has been tested and complies with Canadian safety standards.
- Many cottages and hunting camp cabins are equipped with propane appliances. If you have a propane refrigerator, make sure it is being serviced annually by a certified propane technician. Servicing is important because lethal quantities of CO can be produced by a refrigerator flame that is improperly adjusted or partially blocked by dirt.
- Properly dispose of outdated propane cylinders.
- Information about Carbon Monoxide.
- Always Check for Leaks.
- Ensure the regulator is - or regulators are - Properly Installed.
- Propane connections are unique. Use the Proper Cylinder and Fittings for the Job.
