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After Dec. 31, it will be illegal in Ontario to fuel or drive an Ontario- licensed propane vehicle flot dlsplaying a windshield sticker in- dlcating its fuel system has been inspected and meets government safety standards. The inspections are part of a new propane motor vehicle safety program introduced by the Ministry of Con- sumer and Commercial Relations in, co- operation with the Ministry of Transpor- tation and Com- munications (MTC). The inspections are mandatory under the Highway Traffie Act iand the Energy Act. "Propane vehicles first appeared in On- tario about four years ago. Their safety record hsbeen relatively good -but we have encoun- tered a few problems. These inspections will help ensure that al vehicle fuel systems have been properly in- stalled and main- tained, " said Dr. Robert Elgie, Minister of Con- Sumer and Commercial RêIations. There are now more than 50,000 propane vehicles and ap- iproximately 1,400 propane filling stations in Ontario. Identified vehicle owners and filling station operators have been notified in writing of the new program and provided with additional infor- mation on the safe han- ding of propane. Most propane vehicles in the province are part of commercial fleets. Vehicles may not be inspected by certified staff at stations licensed by MTC. Propane con- version centres and fiiling stations across the province have been. invited to apply to MTC for a licence to inspect propane -fuelled vehicles. More, than 1,000 propane system in- stallers, licensed by the J Consumer Ministry's D Fuels Safety Branch, have successfully com- pleted a training course q at commumity colleges *to quallfy for the required inspector cer- tificate. Licensed 'inspection stations are free to set their own fee for the in- spection and consumers are advised to shop around. MTC regional vehicle inspection of- fices will have infor- mation on inspection stations in their area. The inspection is mandatory for vehicles that have had their fuel system converted. to propane and also for vehicles in which a propane fuel system is original equipment. However, because vehicle manufacturers are required to comply with federal installation standards, new vehicle propane fuel systems will be checked for wear and tear, leaks and damage only. Any person filling an uninspected vehicle with propane after Dec. 31 is liable to a fine of up to $10,000 or up to one year in jail, or both, upon conviction. Anyone driving a propane- fuelled vehicle after that date without the appropriate sticker is liable to a fine of up to $200. A poster will be prominently displayed at propane filling stations warning drivers that their vehicle must display a propane inspection sticker in order to oh- tain fuel. Also among testing procedures set out in the regulations passed by the Ontario legislature on Aug. 14 were changes to the standards gover- ning propane vehicle fuel system equipment and installation. These new standards caîl for special vapor-tight en- closures over fuel tanks and fittings installed in- side vehicles; im- proved, permeation- resistant fuel hoses and Type writer 'RENTALSt also SALES & SERVICE NOVEM BER SPECIAL 5,000 FLYERS Offer expires November 30, 1984. One Sided Flyers, on 8½ 2"Xli1" White bond includes $30.00 off typesetting and artwork. Printed Black Ink Printed Black Ink 5,000 -$185 10,000 29O Printed Black and one other colour 5,000 S275 Printed Black and one other colour 10,000s395 The Studio Press (Studio 601) 601 EucIid St., Whitby 686-4555 spressure testing of ail :newly lnstalled fuel The characteristics of 9propane make it im, Bperative that ahl vehicle fuel.systems are free of leaks and other defects. 1 Propane is stored in a vehicle's fuel system under pressure in a liquid state. If released, >it rapidly turns into a heavier-than-air vapor that may collect in low areas or inside the vehicle. The smallest spark or flame may result in a flash fire. "Propane bas already proved its worth as a viable alternative to gasoline in motor vehicles," said Elgie. "Now it's up to the in- dustry, vehicle owners and the government to make sure every vehicle meets the required standards. This is a goal that serves everyone's best interests. " Copies of the brochure, Propane Motor Vehicle Safety: What You Should Know and an MTC leaflet on the inspection program are avàilable from the Consumer Information' Centre, Ministry of Con- sumer and Commercial Relations, 555 Yonge Street, Main Floor, Toronto, Ontario M7A 2H-6. (416) 963-1111. WHITBY FREE PRESS WEDNESDAY. NOVEMBER 28, 1984, PAGEÈ 25 1 &2 Bedroom Apartments located in parkkandsefting Central Whitby M minutes fromi Toronto 0 ~~~.r - Frost-lree refrigeralorz hed comnion lounge ,~' ~Slave isiciuded 10 churciies. shopping. 0 OInter corn and public au, & hospitul, - syslem tai GOS &public I h0- i OAil utlities rîcluded ec urlatron I telephorre anrd Gable TV lapurtmerrîs desigsrrd 10ci Outsîde purking torsoe 'module the harîdi- vetrîcie îscluded onthe r 1h19i tlirsuqhît i U GîrxLpi Ii Fuît iaundry luciiîres or rarillîîrh tiiir-s j. . .. . owesî level TheTop Guns are To be aTop Gun atMidas Muffler shops, you've got to be good, and you've got to be fast. 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