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MAP-Pro, Propylene and MAPP Gas Cylinders

Issued February 23, 2012
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the cylinder and return it to the store where it was purchased for exchange or a full refund by following these instructions: Action Unused cylinder If the cylinder has never been connected to a torch or other device Do not use cylinder. Return cylinder to store where it was purchased for exchange or a full refund. Partially used cylinder If the cylinder is currently connected to a torch or other device Do not disconnect the torch or other device . Take outdoors. Ignite the torch and burn off the entire contents of the cylinder. *Disconnect torch from empty cylinder. Dispose of empty cylinder per cylinder label instructions or return it to the store where it was purchased for exchange or a full refund. Partially used cylinder If the cylinder has been connected to a torch or other device, but is not connected now Take cylinder outdoors. Leak test top of the cylinder with soapy water. If bubbles develop, attach torch. Ignite torch and burn off entire contents of the cylinder. *Remove torch from empty cylinder. Dispose of empty cylinder per cylinder label instructions or return it to the store where it was purchased for exchange or a full refund. If no bubbles develop, do not use cylinder. Return it to the store where it was purchased for exchange or a full refund *Never leave lit torch and cylinder unattended. Use torch only in a well-ventilated area. For more information, consumers may contact Worthington Industries at 1-866-511-8967, between 7AM and 7PM EST Monday through Friday or by email or visit the firm's website . Consumers may view the release by the US CPSC on the Commission's website . Date modified: 2012-02-23