[Jewelry making - Article 00378] - [Orchid] Refilling disposable propane tanks

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    I have been using and disposing of  Coleman type propane disposable
    bottles, 1 lb, for a number of years. I have a fixed pressure
    regulator made by Smith for use on my Smith Little Torch and Meco
    Torches. When used with a standard 40 cu.ft. Oxygne tank and standard
    regulator, it has provided a flexible and safe small torch set up
    for inside a dwelling. 

    I have a 10 lb. propane torch ( smallest commercial size ) which I
    was afraid to use inside. It is stored in a secured and ventilated
    area.  A product at Harbor Freight  is  ITEM 45989-1VGA at $ 12.99
    ea. With it I can refill disposable tanks. 

    " PROPANE BOTTLE REFILL KIT - Save money! Refill your own
    Coleman-type propane bottles from a portable 20 lb. cylinder. Safe
    and legal, you no longer have to dispose of, or pay for, those small
    propane bottles. Propane resale or transport across state lines is
    prohibited by law. 

    a.. Solid brass, designed to last a lifetime 

    b.. Refills cylinders in one minute or less " The adapter is all
    brass and American Made. 

    I have purchased this item and am pleased with it. The legal
    restrictions preclude resale of these tanks Your own personal use by
    all indications is legal. 

    Several recomendations are  wear googles, fill and store tanks
    outside, if tanks look ratty - throw them away ,  Last - check all
    filled tanks for leaking by spraying the tank threads with windes
    and look for bubbles. The tanks are intended to be disposed of.
    Extend their life only as long as it is safe. 

    In the 1999 - 2000 winter , there was a ice storm which shut down
    all electrical power for up to 2 weeks. It was shut down at my house
    for 11 days. I use these propane lamps for emergency lighting . I
    feel these are safe and economical alternatives. I have no other ax
    to grind in this matter. 

    The internet resources I used are - ( 49 u.s.c. 5124 - refilling
    disposable propane tanks ) and Google search. 

ROBB

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