How To Safely Store Propane Cylinders On A Propane Storage Rack

Propane has a lot of uses, from heating homes to fueling some outdoor appliances

. However, although very beneficial, it can be quite dangerous too. This is especially true when you don't know some safety measures in using one. Likewise, practicing proper storing of reserves is just as essential. It's important to check where you place your propane storage rack, its structure, and how you place the cylinders in them.

It's important that the tanks aren't placed indoors. They should be placed outside, with no source of ignition nearby. Store them in an area away from the house, where there's well ventilation and less traffic or activity. Go for a rack with doors that can be locked. Keep the key to ensure only you or any other authorized personnel can have access to them each and every time.

Consider where you install the rack itself. The surface should be dry and firm, preferably out of concrete. Keep the tanks away from areas where they can gather moisture or water. If not, rusting can occur and eventually damage the tanks. Such will make them quite unsafe for use after some time. Immediately paint areas where there are early signs of rusting. Off white, silver or light gray are some recommendable colors.

Keep the cylinders from hitting each other. Whether you're placing them in the rack for storage, or taking them out for usage. Likewise, keep them from unnecessarily hitting hard against the ground. In cases of falling off from the rack, inspect the tank thoroughly to make sure it's safe to be used. Parts such as the relief valve should be intact and free of leakage. Place soapy water on such areas when doubtful. Bubbles will form if there's leaking vapor.

Other than the units, it's important that you inspect the rack itself. Make sure that the integrity of every part is fine. If there are missing or bent beams, or broken welded parts, it's very important that they should be remedied right away. If not, it can lead to the cylinders falling off. And this can cause some serious damage to properties or injuries to individuals. Severely damaged racks should be replaced with new ones.

It's also important to inspect load limits of the storage structure. Check the manual or the product's specifications to make sure you're not loading it beyond its limits. It's possible for some products to receive additional racks for extra tank storage. However, it's still essential for you to find out just how much more cylinders can be supported by the structure all in all. It's better to play it safe than to overload.

Storage racks are designed to receive cylinders horizontally. When placing them, see to it that the relief valve is in steady contact with the vapor space in the tank. In case of leaks, the vapor is the one to escape, and not the liquid part, which can be more dangerous. Improper storage position may have the relief valve in communication with the liquid part.

Using the right propane storage rack, inspecting the location where it's placed, etc. Are not only the safety measures you need to practice. It's also necessary that you use only appliances that are approved for use with propane, and has passed strict standards. Likewise, the line connections should be secure, and free from obstacles and leaks.

by: Alan Corbett.

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