Propane Taxi - Propane Delivery

My Tank Has Frost On It

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 15:43:00 -0400

Freezing up sounds like you may have propane leaking. Please leak check the connection and hose with soapy water. You should also turn your tank off and disconnect it from the grill for about 10-15 minutes. After reattaching the tank, turn the valve only one complete rotation, do not turn until it stops. This causes frost and may also cause the valve to break off.

The Valve Is Stuck

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 15:41:00 -0400

Please try turning the valve in both directions, occasionally the valve will be stuck in the open position. Because the gas can't escape unless engaged with the pin in the regulator, you should still be able to use your tank. If the valve is still stuck, a small bit of oil such as WD40 or cooking spray, applied to the stem should help loosen it up. Do not use any tools since too much torque may result in the valve breaking off. Please let me know what happens.

How Do I Store My Spare Tank?

Thu, 29 Dec 2011 11:19:00 -0400

It is extremely important to store your spare tank properly.

1. Store it outside (NEVER in an enclosed area, such as a garage or shed)

2. NEVER keep your tank in your car trunk, if you do need to transport your tank, put it in the backseat with your windows open.

3. ALWAYS keep your tank away from a direct heat source, and NEVER keep your spare tank under or near your grill.

The best place to keep a spare tank is on your deck or the side of the house. If any gas happens to leak, it will dissipate. If your tank is exposed to the elements, it may rust a little and the tank may start to look "aged", but the gas won't go bad.

What Is The Ratteling Noise I Hear?

Thu, 29 Dec 2011 11:16:00 -0400

Federal regulations require that all propane tanks are fitted with an OPD (Overfill Protection Device). The OPD feature prevents accidental overfill of the cylinder. An internal float mechanism shuts off the valve when the propane tank is 80% filled. The 20% empty space is necessary to prevent the cylinder from venting large amounts of propane when the temperature rises. The OPD valve also contains another safety feature - it will not release gas unless the pigtail hose is properly connected, even with the valve open. These devices are metal, and some tanks have a more pronounced "clang" when the tank is moved around (depending on the manufacturer of the tank). Nothing is broken and the sound you hear does not have an impact on the function of your tank.

How Do I Know If I Have a Type 2 Tank?

Wed, 28 Dec 2011 13:21:00 -0400

The type2 connection is only used on some Weber grills manufactured between 1999-2001. If you usually swap your tank a local hardware store or other exchange location, you have a type1, because they don't carry the special type2 valves. Ultimately, you'll need to look at your grill and see if it's a screw-on (Type1) or spring-loaded (type2) connection.

You can upgrade your tank from a Type 2 to a Type 1 for a cost of $11.99. When you order your next exchange, choose the upgrade option to upgrade your tank to a Type 1. We cannot exchange your Type 2 tanks for Type 1 tanks without the cost of the upgrade.

I Have a Type 2 Tank, What Can I Do?

Wed, 28 Dec 2011 13:15:00 -0400

We are no longer able to offer propane tanks with the Type 2 (quick connect) valve. Grills and tanks with the quick connect valve have not been manufactured in over 10 years and it is becoming increasingly difficult to maintain an inventory required to service customers with this connection.

What you can do is upgrade your grill with a new hose and regulator and upgrade your tank with the new type of connection (it is a two part process). You can purchase a new hose and regulator by contacting Weber at 800-446-1071 and explain that you have a grill that has a Type II tank and you need a new hose and regulator for a Type I tank.

If you decide to upgrade your grill, you will also need to upgrade your tank. When placing an order on our web site you will be asked if your tank requires an upgrade. You will select yes, that way we will pick up your old Type II tank and deliver a Type I tank for you.

Easy and Delicious Whole Barbequed Chicken

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 16:31:00 -0400

Ingredients:

1 whole chicken (about 4 pounds)

Salt and pepper

1/3-1/2 cup of your favorite barbeque sauce

Oil or cooking spray for grates

Directions:

Set up grill for indirect grilling. Clean and lightly oil grates. Rinse chicken inside and out and dry thoroughly. Generously season inside and out with salt and pepper.
Place chicken, breast side up over indirect heat. Cover and grill until thermometer instered in the thickest part of the thigh reads 160 degrees F, about 1 1/2 hours.
To avoid burning and schorching about 15 minutes before chicken is done, brush with barbeque sauce. Let chicken rest 20 minutes before carving.

My Tank Is Full, But No Gas Flows To The Grill

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 17:10:00 -0400

Do you know you have a full tank, but aren't getting any gas to flow to the grill?

There are a couple of explanations for either low flame, causing your grill to not get very hot, or no flame at all.

What's probably happened is the regulator may have been tripped by a rush of gas through the gas lines of the grill. This is usually caused when the tank is hooked up and the grill dials are on high before the valve on the tank is opened.

The OPD valve found on your tanks has a safety geature that restricts the flow of gas when the tank has been opened all the way, or if the burners were turned on before the tank was turend on. It does its job thinking there's too much pressure and slows down or completely stops the flow.

One trick to keep in mind here is that you should always turn the gas valve (at the tank) on before turning the grill dials on.

To reset the regulator:

Close the tank valve
Disconnect the tank from the grill
Turn all gas knobs on the grill to high for 1 minute- then turn back to the off position
Reconnect the tank
Open the valve on the tank
Turn your starter knob on the grill to "high"
Ignite the grill
Return to grilling!