We have & use the same grill. I store the cannisters outside, usually in the splash well. I mount my grill on the port side of the rear splash well rail, as far as possible from the engine/fuel line. I used to have it hanging over the side but the fuel tank vents are there, and to me pose more of a fire risk (fumes) than the splash well does.
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Apparently the owner is doing better--but reading the comments, I tend to agree, that there is a lot of emphasis on the fines and penalty he might or his family might face. There is mention of County (Callum I believe) and Port Angeles Port district having insurance. The boater's insurance might also be assessed for the costs of clean up etc.
I agree, I never use a grill near the fuel vents.
I agree, I never use a grill near the fuel vents.
Not so good news from the Seattle Hospital, "Harbor View" regarding the results of the propane explosion.
http://www.peninsuladailynews.com/apps/ ... 2302099981
Unfortunately Keith Bryant's condition took a turn for the worse and Wednesday evening he expired. Sad. Unfortunate, and devastating results from pent up fuel vapor in an enclosed area, fired by something as small as a bulge pump or light switch activating.
Prayers for his wife and family.
Harvey
SleepyC :moon
http://www.peninsuladailynews.com/apps/ ... 2302099981
Unfortunately Keith Bryant's condition took a turn for the worse and Wednesday evening he expired. Sad. Unfortunate, and devastating results from pent up fuel vapor in an enclosed area, fired by something as small as a bulge pump or light switch activating.
Prayers for his wife and family.
Harvey
SleepyC :moon
Very sorry to hear that the victim died. As we age (he was 78 according to the paper article) we are less resistant to the effects of trauma. If had had burns, his age was very much a factor against his survival, as if he had any lung damage--both of which were quite likely. I believe that he was also in the water, so this may have contributed to complications.
Again--propane tanks need to be out in the open, or in an area which drains overboard--not in cockpits, in bilges or areas where the fumes can accumulate.
Again--propane tanks need to be out in the open, or in an area which drains overboard--not in cockpits, in bilges or areas where the fumes can accumulate.
bridma":3kkkcy7m said:I have a one ring portable stove that takes the disposable Butane canisters. Does anyone have views on the dangers or safety of Butane over Propane?
Martin.
Martin-
Butane and Propane are almost the same thing, or gas.
They behave the same way basically, and are both heavier than air and explosive when mixed with air (oxygen, really).
They're hydrocarbon gasses derived from petroleum, usually.
The only difference is butane has four carbon atoms and ten hydrogens and propane has five carbons and twelve hydrogens.
Butane solidifies at a lower temperature than propane, so it works better as a fuel in very cold climates.
In home applications, both butane and propane are mixed in the gas you buy to make sure the liquid under pressure in your supply tank doesn't solidify in winter, shutting off your fuel supply to heat with.
In your case, the butane stove won't solidify in cold weather, but otherwise, is the same as propane as far as flamability and safety precautions.
The one thing to be especially careful of is partially used canisters.
Usually they don't leak, but if they do, you've got a bomb on your hands.
After disconnecting one, put some water over the outlet to see if any bubbles are telling you that it's leaking, then store a non-leaking canister in an area with good ventilation and where heavier than air fumes can drain overboard.
Leaking canisters need to be disposed of properly, and not stored anywhere! If you have no place to put a leaking canister, hook the stove back up and burn it off.
Heat some water up and give yourself or someone you admire a bath, or (less fun) wash your boat down. After all, it is Saturday night!
Be careful cookin'!
Joe. :teeth :thup