Michigan Propane Grilling

Propane fuels grills, smokers, turkey fryers and more.

Like all fuels, it’s important to respect its qualities when using.

Propane tanks along with grills, smokers and fryers – must remain outside, away from the home, business, building.

Propane is easy to use and convenient for outdoor cooking. It’s a naturally low-emission fuel that does not contaminate the air, water or soil (EPA).

Grill Safety
Propane Smokers
Turkey Fryers

Transporting Grill Tanks

NEVER TRANSPORT A LEAKING CYLINDER

SECURE CYLINDERS UPRIGHT

Make sure they will not shift or roll. Avoid transporting in passenger area. If possible, secure in:

Trunk of sedan

Cargo are of SUV, van or hatchback

Cargo bed of pickup truck

WAYS TO SECURE A CYLINDER

  • Tie-downs/straps
  • Propane Cylinder Stabilizer
  • Cardboard Box, Milk Crate

DO NOT LEAVE CYLINDERS IN YOUR VEHICLE

Drive directly to your destination and immediately remove the cylinders from your vehicle. Do not leave cylinders inside the vehicle or trunk. The pressure relief valve (if the parked vehicle gets too hot) or a leak may release propane, filling the enclosed space with flammable gas.

HOW MUCH PROPANE CAN I TRANSPORT?

U.S. legal limits for closed-bodied vehicles:

  • No more than four (4) 20-pound cylinders.
  • No cylinders larger than 45-pound capacity.
  • No more than 90 pounds total propane weight.

U.S. legal limits for an open cargo bed:

No more than 1,001 pounds total propane and container weight.

Storing Grill Tanks

NEVER USE OR STORE IN AN ENCLOSED AREA
such as a basement, garage, shed, or tent. Even an “empty” cylinder may contain enough propane to be hazardous.

KEEP SPARE CYLINDERS AWAY  FROM PROPANE APPLIANCES
Do not put a spare propane cylinder (i.e., a cylinder that is not connected to the appliance) under or near a grill or other propane appliance.

NEVER USE OR STORE IN AN ENCLOSED AREA
such as a basement, garage, shed, or tent. Even an “empty” cylinder may contain enough propane to be hazardous.

The cylinder is designed to be kept outside in any weather, even full summer sun.

Additional heat (for example, from a heating appliance or fire) can cause pressure to build  up inside the cylinder. If this happens, the pressure relief device might release propane.

Released or leaking propane can be ignited or collect in an enclosed area.

Follow The Manufacturer's Instructions

Whether it's assembly, use, maintenance, cleaning, or storage, make your grill manufacturer's instructions you go-to resource for safe grilling.

Keep Grill on level ground, 10 feet from your home/garage

Keep your grill outdoors and at least 10 feet from the house on a level surface that is clear of outdoor furniture, overhead trees or other potential fire hazards.

Check Propane Tank, Hoses for Leaks

Use a soapy water solution to check connections for leaks. Expanding bubbles indicate a leak. If there is a leak, make sure you have your tank serviced by a professional. Follow this procedure every time you replace a cylinder.

Follow Lighting and Re-Lighting Procedures - See Grill Manual

If your flame goes out, turn off the gas and refer to your owner's manual. At a minimum, with all grill models, keep the lid open and wait at least 15 minutes before relighting.

Be Present

Stay close and never leave your grill unattended. Keep children and pets away from your grill.