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Allworth
Explorer II
Nov 01, 2018

Gas Cylinders

Have you checked the service date on your gas cylinders lately??

The "in service" (either new or recertified) date is stamped on the collar, month and year. Cylinders more than 12 years old cannot be legally refilled under DOT (Federal) regulations. I think Transport Canada has the same rule. This applies to RV, BBQ grill, an any other cylinders.

The refill-jockeys at most retailers don't check, but I just had both of my 30# cylinders refused by a clerk who was paying attention.

My fault and I have ordered replacements, but interesting to know about.
  • I agree with the others advocating getting the tanks re-certified rather than buying new ones.
  • yup,
    had to replace my little 11# grill cylinder this summer.. I knew it was a matter of time before it was seen as it went out of date last year..
  • Around here recertify is only about 10 dollars plus gas. So unless the tank is all rusty I aee no reason to buy new ones.