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[deleted] t1_jda1ncw wrote

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nthat1 OP t1_jda2edj wrote

It's a 100 gallons, not 100 lbs. Not sure how much it weighs. Irving said it's probably well over 1000 lbs with all the propane in it and therefore can't take it away right now.

How do I find a licensed gas fitter? When I search, the only places popping up are the big propane companies like Irving and Dead River. So far they've been completely useless.

It's insane that getting a new fireplace to burn this damn thing off is looking like my only option when my whole goal is to get rid of it.

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picklehaub t1_jdalmj9 wrote

Irving’s full of something for sure.

90% in your tank is 108 gallons or 453 pounds of LP, plus a tare weight of 290 pounds. For a total of less than 750 pounds.

You can safely shut off and disconnect the tank, roll it where ever you want and stand it back up (usually takes two people when full).

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HikeEveryMountain t1_jdchv5q wrote

I have no stake in this, just a curious homeowner interested in safety. Two comments up, somebody said to never tip the tank on its side. Your comment and my own experience with propane tanks say that's not a concern. Are there certain tanks you can roll and ones you can't?

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picklehaub t1_jdcylbn wrote

You can safely tip it over, but don’t leave it on its side long term.

You want the relief valve to be in the vapor space in case of an over pressure.

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Fun_Butterscotch_279 t1_jdwox3j wrote

DO NOT “ROLL” the tank. Under no circumstances should it be put on its side. Please call a professional.

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