| If you have a refillable butane lighter, regardless of the | | | | high temperatures. Even if you live in a climate that is |
| model, then having a store of butane on hand is very | | | | rather warm, your butane should still store well. |
| important. Without it, you might find yourself forced to | | | | Generally, excercising the same methods of storing |
| purchase one of those cheap disposable lighters when | | | | your butane that you use for storing your lighter are |
| you had the chance, but have no way to light your | | | | best. As an example, do no place the butane canister |
| cigar or pipe in the meantime. | | | | in direct sunlight. This can actually cause the |
| For cigar and pipe smokers alike, butane is the | | | | temperature of the canister to reach undesirable levels. |
| preferred type of lighter because it imparts no fowl | | | | Rather, find a dry and cool place, out of the direct |
| taste or odors on the tobacco. It is for this very reason | | | | sunlight and away from any other sources of extreme |
| that seasoned smokers are sure to have additional | | | | heat. |
| butane on hand so that they can have the most | | | | Do not store your butane canister in your car or truck. |
| enjoyable smoking experience possible. | | | | The temperature inside of a vehicle in warm, summer |
| So how does one go about storing butane properly for | | | | months can reach extremely high levels. Keeping your |
| their lighter? Common sense and a few simple steps | | | | butane at home is always the best option as it is safe |
| are all there is to storing fuel safely. There are a | | | | from extreme temperatures and will ensure that your |
| number of different container sizes and fuel brands on | | | | butane supply is safe. Additionally, also make sure that |
| the market. Butane comes in pressurized containers | | | | the tip of the butane container is not damaged or |
| and the canisters are required, by law, to have | | | | clogged. If the tip is damaged or is clogged through |
| instructions on the label regarding storage and usage | | | | use, remove the clog or throw away the container and |
| of the product. Following the instructions will ensure | | | | buy a new one. Just by following these simple steps |
| that you keep your butane supply safe. | | | | and tips, your butane supply will remain safe and will |
| Proper storage is the first element in butane safety. | | | | ensure that you always have the fuel on hand that |
| Keep it in a safe place at home that is out of any | | | | you need. |
| children's reach. Many containers can withstand even | | | | |