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IMPORTANT SAFETY REMINDERS

  • Don't enter an area where you suspect a gas leak. If you are in such an area, leave immediately.

  • Be alert for propane odor when working in areas where propane is used. Even a faint odor may indicate a hazardous situation. If you suspect a gas leak, follow the instructions above.

  • Do not try to judge for yourself the danger level of a gas leak by trying to determine if the smell of gas is weak or strong. All gas leaks pose a serious risk. Don't tamper with or use tools to operate controls. If controls are difficult to operate by hand, call Siegel Gas immediately.

  • Keep combustible products, like gasoline, kerosene or cleaners in a separate room from propane appliances.
 
    Your appliance pilot light could ignite fumes from these combustibles .

  • Don't operate any propane gas appliance without reading the instructions carefully.

  • LP-gas is heavier than air and can settle in low places while dissipating.

  • Contact with liquid contents of the cylinder will cause freeze burns to the skin.

  • Only trained, qualified service personnel should attempt to repair the propane system.

  • Notify Siegel Gas of any system changes


WHAT TO DO IN CASE OF A LEAK
Know the odor of propane gas. Under certain circumstances, you may not be able to smell the odorant. If you smell propane gas or think you have a gas leak, follow these emergency steps:

  • Put out smoking materials and other open flames.

  • Do not operate electric switches, light matches or use your phone. Any spark or flame in the area where propane gas is present may ignite the gas: the spark in a light switch, telephone, appliance motor or static electricity from walking around the room.

  • Immediately get everyone out of the building or area.

  • Close all gas tank or cylinder supply valves.
  • Do not re-enter the building or area. Use a neighbor's telephone to call Siegel Gas to dispatch a trained propane serviceman.

  • Let the Siegel Gas serviceman check and repair any propane leak. Have him air out the area before you return.