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escape. When the container reaches 80% of the correct capacity,
liquid appears.
Secondly, containers with OPD valves have a float on the inside that
automatically shuts off liquid flow when the 80% capacity has been
reached.
When refilling propane containers, they are generally removed from
propane compartment or tie downs. BE SURE to reinstall correctly,
as shown in installation instructions, and test for leaks.
When propane containers are filled to 80% level there is available
space for safe expansion of the vaporized liquid.
It could cause the overflow valve to “blow-off” and emit a small
quantity of propane vapor. This can be detected by a strong odor
around tanks. Keep open flames away from this area.
A warning label has been located near the propane container. This label
reads as follows:
DO NOT FILL CONTAINER(S) TO MORE THAN 80 PER-
CENT OF CAPACITY.
1. Overfilling the propane container can result in uncon-
trolled gas flow, which can cause fire or explosion.
2. A properly filled container will contain approximately
80 percent of its volume as propane.
WARNING
!
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