DURING
BARBECUING
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Don't wear loose clothing that might catch fire.
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Use long handled barbecue tools and/or flame resistant mitts.
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Never use any flammable liquid other than a barbecue starter fluid to
start or freshen a fire.
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Never pour or squirt starter fluid onto an open flame. The flame can easily
flashback along the fluid's path to the container in your hands.
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Keep alcoholic beverages away from the grill, they are flammable!
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Never leave the grill unattended.
BBQ
SAFELY
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When lighting your propane barbecue, make sure all the connections are
secure and open the lid and strike your match or lighter BEFORE turning
on the gas.
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ALWAYS shut off the propane fuel at the grill and at the bottle after
you have finished barbecuing. Otherwise, this will lead to fire hazards,
such as leaks and faulty regulators.
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Store your BBQ and propane cylinder outdoors.
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Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for the safe use, cleaning and
maintenance of your BBQ.
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Test your cylinder for leaks on a regular basis. When testing for leaks,
never use matches or an open flame. Use soapy water or a leak detector.
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Store your cylinder away from heat and insert a safety plug on the valve.
AFTER
BARBECUING
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Always follow the manufacturer's cleaning and storing instructions that
accompany the grill.
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Keep your grill clean and free of grease buildup that may lead to a fire.
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Never store liquid or pressurized fuels inside your home and/or near any
possible sources of flame.
IN CASE OF A BARBECUE FIRE
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For PROPANE Grills - turn off the burners. For CHARCOAL Grills - close
the grill lid. Disconnect the power to ELECTRIC Grills.
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For PROPANE Grills - if you can safely reach the tank valve, shut it off.
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If the fire involves the tank, leave it alone, evacuate the area and call
the fire department.
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If there is any type of fire that either threatens your personal safety
or endangers property, ALWAYS call the Fire Department. *
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NEVER attempt to extinguish a grease fire with water. It will only cause
the flames to flare up. Use an approved portable fire extinguisher.
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