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Old-Biscuit
Explorer III
Feb 20, 2017

NEW DOT Re-Cert Requirement for propane cylinders

NEW DOT Re-certification NOW 10 yrs after date of mfg. stamped on collar (EFFECTIVE Jan. 23, 2017) Visual inspection ----still good for 5 yrs Proof Pressure Test...was good for 7 yrs---NOW good ...
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SCVJeff
Explorer
Feb 20, 2017
I tried to get my little 1lb tank recertified over at the PitStop in Quartzsite a few weeks ago, and apparently with this change they are now required to remove the valve for some reason. So it either has to be empty or they'll do it for you.

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