Residential Gas Safety
LP Gas is a convenient and popular energy source, enjoyed in homes and as a great portable option. As with all sources of energy, you should take care and use it safely and responsibly
If you can smell gas:
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Check pilot lights on your appliances are switched off
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Check burners on your stove are turned off
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To confirm a leak, spray the connections to your gas appliances and equipment with ONLY soapy water
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Your gas cylinder might be close to empty, as the gas at the bottom may smell stronger (even if it isn't leaking).
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If a leak is found or you cannot confirm a leak contact your installer or gas fitter for further direction
Safety Tips
Using gas cylinders
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Check to make sure valves are tightly turned off when not in use
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Fit a screwed plug into the cylinder outlet when not in use
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Never inhale cylinder contents.
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Always store in an upright position
Transporting gas cylinders
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Cylinders should be restrained at all times
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Secure cylinders upright for travel
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Carry in the boot if possible
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Only carry up to two cylinders at one time
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Gas cylinders must be transported with a screw plug in the valve
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Keep cylinders away from heat or direct sun.
Setting up gas cylinders
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Position upright and securely on a firm, non-combustible base
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Put in a well ventilated area
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Keep away from flames, sparks and heat
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Only connect to approved LP Gas appliances
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Check hoses and fittings are clean and in good condition.
Connecting BBQ gas cylinders
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Turn appliance controls OFF
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Insert connector into cylinder valve
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Tighten firmly anti-clockwise with spanner or wrench
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Spray soapy water on connections to check for leaks- if bubbles appear, check connections
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Do not use if connections are leaking gas.
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Open cylinder valve (usually 1 turn is enough) can make it much faster to turn off if leak develops and appliance should still work normally.