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New OPD tank
+
purge & prepare for use
+ filled with gas for only
$39.95
available at all foster fuels showrooms
We
Encourage you to only use a tank with an OPD valve.
For maximum safety, the National Propane Gas Association, the National Fire
Protection Association, and Foster Fuels strongly recommend that you only
use cylinders with OPD valves.
*Only residents of States that Adopt Code 58 are forced to comply
Contrary
to previous information provided to us and other retailers in VA,
VIRGINIA
HAS NOT
adopted National Fire Protection Association code 58.
What
is the Code?
Code 58 states that As
of April 1, 2002, all cylinders under 40 lbs. are required to be equipped
with an Overfill Protection Device (OPD). Cylinders that do not comply cannot
be filled by anyone after April 1, 
2002.
The basis for this law is consumer safety.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do I do with
my old cylinder?
Does it cost money to dispose of my old tank?
How do I tell what kind of tank I have?
What is an OPD?
Where can I get one of the new tanks?
Call 800 344-6457 for more information
What
do I do with my old cylinder?
Bring it to any Foster Fuels location. DO NOT throw it away and do not keep
old empty cylinders around your home.
Does it cost money to dispose
of my tank?
Not at Foster Fuels. Do not pay to have your tank properly disposed of. We
will dispose of them free of charge as a service to our customers.
How
do I tell what kind of tank I have?
Cylinders with
an OPD are either clearly marked or the valve knob is triangle-shaped. Old-style
cylinders have a valve knob that is round with points.
What is an OPD?
An Overfill Protection Device is a float inside of the
tank that automatically stops filling when the tank has reached it's full,
safe limit (80%). It keeps a tank from being overfilled which is dangerous
and could create a fire hazard, causing injury or death.
Where
can I get one of the new tanks?
We have the new cylinders that comply at all of our showrooms. A new 20#(grill
cylinder) is only $29.95. $39.95 includes purging tank for
first time fill and initial gas fill-up.
For more information, call 800 344-6457
