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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS |
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405-375-4189 800-753-5467 Brad Ragains, Manager
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We do our best to answer
all of your questions quickly and accurately. Below, we have
listed some commonly asked questions and our responses. We
recommend that technical question be answered by the State of Oklahoma
Liquefied Petroleum Administration in Oklahoma City at (405) 521-2458 or
your own state liquefied petroleum gas administration.
What is the difference between new, rebuilt and used propane tanks?
1) New Tanks are brand new
propane tanks, costing more than rebuilt or used tanks. They have
a one year manufacturers warranty. 2) Rebuilt Tanks
are used pressure vessels that have been thoroughly cleaned, repainted,
and equipped with new 250 PSI valves, gauge seals, screws and dials.
They are pressure tested and come with domes. All new parts come
with a one years manufacturer's warranty just like a new tank.
3) Used Tanks are
as is, there is no warranty. The older
the tank, the cheaper it is. Older model, used tanks that use 200
PSI working pressure are priced lower. Some are profile tanks,
meaning that the tank is lower to the ground and about two or three feet
longer. Sometimes, the valves are not mounted on top of the tank.
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Most tanks have a wet
line in the tank. Prices for rebuilt and used tanks are set according to several factors; the age of the tank, demand, and the working pressure (200 PSI or 250 PSI). Both of these pressures are legal in Oklahoma. Some of our out-of-state customers require the 250 PSI and/or the 250 gallon tanks. The demand for these tanks determines the price. Whatever you decide to purchase, we recommend purchasing your tank early in the spring or summer. Winter demand can result in rebuilt and used tank shortages. |
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What is a wetline or wetline hose? A wetline or liquid fill line allows the liquid propane to transfer through a wetline hose to propane tanks, such as fuel tanks for trucks, tractors or forklifts. Barbeque grills use a wetline hose between the five gallon tank and the grill. |
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The size of the regulator you need for your house will depend on specific factors. Following are guidelines to help in determining the size of regulators to use. |
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| 1) Calculate the Total Load of BTU's per hour by adding up the input ratings (BTU or CFH) of any appliances that will be using LP. Be sure to plan for future appliance ratings. Input ratings may be obtained from the nameplate n the appliances, or from the manufacturer's literature. | ||||||||||
| 2) Measure the total length of piping (in feet) required for the appliance that is furthest away from the outlet of the regulator (see image). | ||||||||||
| 3) The BTU plus length equals the diameter size of the pipe in use or to be used. Your propane dealer can help you determine which regulator will be most suitable for your actual load conditions and ensure proper installation. | ||||||||||
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What are some of the safety features you need to know about LP systems? At the very minimum, it is desirable that you (1) know the odor of LP gas and what to do in case you smell gas. Use the NPGA "Scratch/Sniff" leaflet available from your propane dealer, (2) know to never tamper with your LP gas system, (3) know that when protective domes are used to enclose regulators and/or valves, that the domes must be closed but not locked, (4) keep snowdrifts from covering regulators, and (5) know the location of the cylinder or tank shut-off valve in case of emergency. |
