Metro Lawn Safety Information

Mower Cylinder Procedures
Vapor Service

Below are some guidelines for handling mower cylinders that are in VAPOR service.

Use proper lifting techniques whenever handling propane cylinder.
Clamp and secure cylinder from possible movement.
Never exchange cylinders while smoking or when other sources of ignition are present.
Liquid propane can cause freeze-burns; wear protective gloves.
Avoid dropping, dragging or rolling propane cylinders.
Keep hands and face away from pressure relief valve.
Check cylinders for sharp dents, gouges and visible leaks.
Check inside safety connector for presence of a rubber washer located at the opening and for an O-ring located inside the connector.
Carefully install the filled cylinder in the cradle on the lawn mower so that the cylinder guide/orientation pin enters the aligning hole in the cylinder collar.
Fuel lines should be firmly fastened and protected against rubbing, chafing or exposure to heat, such as the exhaust manifold. If frayed or worn, report this to your supervisor.
Check to ensure the service valve on the cylinder is closed. Connect the fuel line coupling by turning counterclockwise (to the left). This connection should be firmly hand tight.
Slowly crack open the service valve by turning counter-clockwise (to the left). When the fuel line has been pressurized, finish opening the valve all the way.
Check all connections daily for any leaks. (Check for leaks with a proper leak detection solution).
When the lawn mower is unattended, or at the end of the shift, close the service valve by turning clockwise (to the right), and run the engine until the fuel in the line is used. Never leave an unattended machine with a pressurized fuel system.
Keep hands and face away from pressure relief valve.
Check cylinders for sharp dents, gouges and visible leaks.
Please tag any defective cylinders with a yellow tag provided by your Metro Lawn supplier.
MSDS - Material Safety Data Sheets are available from your Metro Lawn supplier