It is very necessary to give importance to protective majors while using LPG Gas for household or any other purpose. If the usage and safety majors as specified by the gas company and the distributors are not followed carefully by the people, there may occur cases like blast, damages, fire, hazards, etc. Cylinders can explode, if involved in a fire.
The users of LPG gas should not avoid these safety measures which may result into injuries and even deaths in some cases. It is said that "A stitch in time saves nine" so timely attention towards any of gas related problematic issues is necessarily required.
Listed below are the safety tips & precautionary measures, which should always be adhered to while using LPG gas in our life.
| Buying LPG Connection |
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| Get connection from Authorised Distributors |
| Buy cylinders from authorized franchisees |
| Select the distributor nearest to your residence |
| Buying LPG Appliances |
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| Buy from certified suppliers |
| Buy BIS validated devices |
| Buy BIS authorized rubber tubes |
| Buy BIS authorized LPG regulators |
| Buy ISI marked hotplate |
| Buy Rubber Tube with "Suraksha" LPG Hose |
| Cylinder Delivery |
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| Check company seal on Cylinder. Do not accept the cylinder if the seal is broken. |
| Check company safety cap on Cylinder |
| Check intactness of the safety cap |
| Look for the due date of testing, marked on the inner side of the cylinder stay plate. Don't accept the cylinder, if the due date is over. |
| Check for gas leaks by applying soap solution on cylinder joints and Suraksha pipes before start using new cylinder. Never use open flame to detect leaks. |
| Ask delivery boy for demo in case of any doubt in procedure |
| Placing Cylinder |
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| Cylinder should be fixed at ground level on a plain surface |
| Never keep the LPG cylinder in your cabinet or closed compartment |
| Never keep the LPG cylinder near other heat sources such as induction cooker, lit lamp, etc. |
| Keep the empty cylinders in a cool and airy place |
| If cylinder is not being used, keep its safety cap in place |
| Connecting Cylinder |
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| Pull the cord and lift the cap off the valve to remove the safety cap |
| Mount the regulator properly on the filled cylinder |
| Switch knob of the regulator should be in the "off" position while mounting the regulator |
| Disconnecting Cylinder |
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| Extinguish all the flames and fires in kitchen |
| Close all the taps on the burner |
| Knob of the regulator should be turned to the "off" position |
| Changing Cylinder |
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| Close regulator and burner knobs before changing the cylinder |
| Switch off the flame while changing the cylinder |
| Remove the safety cap of the filled cylinder carefully |
| Check, if there is any smell of gas |
| Do not operate electric switches/ appliances during changing Cylinder |
| Cooking |
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| Use cotton Apron while cooking |
| Turn the switch knob anti-clockwise till it is in "O" position |
| Hold a lighter or lighted matchstick near the burner head and then turn on the knob |
| Keep the windows open |
| Do not keep flammable items near the flame |
| Keep full attention while cooking |
| Close the regulator knob to OFF position when cylinder is not in use |
| Don't have curtains on the windows near the gas stove |
| Switch off the regulator every night |
| Leakage |
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| Be patient and never panic |
| Switch off the flame and turn off the regulator immediately |
| Turn off all the electric appliances in the kitchen |
| Open the window and door of the kitchen |
| Never switch on the fan or exhaust in case of gas smell or leakage |
| Fix the cap on to the valve to stop leak |
| Soap solution may be used for checking bung or body leaks on the cylinder |
| Never use open flame to detect leaks |
| If gas smell persists, you must call your Gas Distributor or the Emergency Service Cell |
| Maintaining and Storing |
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| Disconnect LPG regulator and affix safety cap on the cylinder when cylinder not to be used for long |
| Change the suraksha tubes once in every year |
| Never tamper with your LPG cylinder |
| Always store the LPG cylinder in an upright position |
| Never allow children to come close to cylinder and touching it |
| General |
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| Get your LPG installation checked every two years |
| Check the Suraksha Hose regularly and do replace, if needed |
| Never let children play near the LPG installation |
| Remove LPG regulator and affix safety cap on the cylinder when gas stove will not be used for prolonged period |
| Never tamper or play with your LPG cylinder |
| Avoid self repairing being it unsafe, always call experienced mechanic |
What is the Due Date of Testing of Cylinder?
Due date of testing is an important item for any LPG cylinder. It is marked on the inner side of the cylinder stay plate. The due date is marked by an alphabet representing each quarter as mentioned below:
| Alphabet | Quarter |
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| A | March |
| B | June |
| C | September |
| D | December |
Then 'the year for testing' is mentioned after the alphabet.
If the Due Date of Testing is D-23, it means the cylinder needs to be tested by December 2023.
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