Volume 1 : Number 2 "Where The Ribs And Sauce Are Boss!"

Liquid petroleum gas or propane, used in gas grills, is highly flammable. Each year, about 30 people across the country are injured as a result of gas grill fires and explosions. Many of these fires and explosions occur when consumers first use a grill that has been left idle for a period of time or just after refilling and reattaching the grill's gas container. To reduce the risk of a fire and explosion, consumers should routinely the following safety checks:

Check the tubes that lead into the burner for any blockage from insects, spiders, or food grease. Use a pipe cleaner or wire to clear blockage and push it through to the main part of the burner.

Check grill   hoses for cracking, brittleness, holes, and leaks. Make sure there are no sharp bends in he hose of tubing.

Move gas hoses as far away as possible from hot surface and dripping hot grease. If you can't  move hoses, install a heat shield to protect them.

Replace scratched or nicked connectors, which can eventually leak gas.

Check for gas leaks, following the manufacturer's instructions, if you smell gas or when you reconnect the grill to the liquid petroleum gas container. if you detect a leak, immediately turn off the gasses and don't attempt to light the grill until the leak is fixed.

Keep lighted cigarettes,  matches, or open flames away from a leaking grill.

Never use a gill indoors. Use the gill at least 10 feet away from your house or any building. Do not attempt to repair the tank valve of the appliance yourself. See a liquid petroleum gas dealer or  qualified appliance repair person.

Always follow the manufacturer's instructions that accompany the grill.