• Always use BIS-approved LPG appliances.
• Obtain BIS-approved LPG regulators and Suraksha rubber tubes from authorised LPG distributors only.
• While receiving cylinders check that the cylinder has the company seal and safety cap intact.
• Before use of LPG cylinder always keep the cylinder in upright position at ground level in a well ventilated place.
• Always keep the gas stove on a platform above the cylinder level.
• Shelves or storage cabinets should not be placed above the hot plate “ reaching out to containers could cause accidents.
• Do not have curtains on the windows near the gas stove.
• Keep the cylinder away from other sources of heat.
• Retain safety cap with nylon thread attached to the cylinder. Fix the cap on to the valve to stop leak, if any.
• After use of LPG cylinder, Turn “Off” the regulator knob and then the stove knob before retiring to bed.
• Always keep the regulator knob in “off” position when the cylinder is not in use.
• While in use, strike match first, then open burner knob.
• Never leave vessels unattended on burners in operation “ the contents may overflow, extinguishing the flame and causing gas leakage.
• Do not keep electrical appliances like refrigerators inside the kitchen, power fluctuations in them can act as a source for fire in case of leakage.
• In case of leak, open all doors & windows for ventilation.
• Put the safety cap on the cylinder.
• Call your distributor or Fire and Emergency Service [Dial 101] for help.
• LPG being heavier than air tends to settle at the ground level on leakage. If LPG leakage is noticed, use all available ventilation to disperse the gas.
• Do not panic.
• Close regulator and burner knobs.
• Do not operate electrical switches or appliances in the room.
• Isolate the main electrical supply from the outside only.
