Do have a fully insured and qualified registered gas installer commission your gas installation.
Do keep your gas cylinders in an upright position at all times.
Do cover your gas installation; it will protect your hoses and regulator from the weather, such as rain, frost and direct sunlight.
Do replace any cracked or damaged hoses.
Do securely store your cylinders. The cylinders should be chained to wall or secured in a way that they cannot fall over (or be used as a climbing frame for children).
Do store your gas cylinders in the shade and out of direct sunlight.
Do be careful with your cylinders; treat them with respect to make sure the valve does not get damaged.
DON’Ts
Don’t store or use cylinders in basements, below ground level or near a drain or shore.
Don’t try to adapt or alter a cylinder in anyway.
Don’t store cylinders where they could obstruct access areas, passageways, stairwells or emergency exits.
Don’t attempt to disconnect a regulator from a cylinder if the flame doesn’t extinguish when the regulator or cylinder valve is turned off.
Don’t use propane cylinders indoors residentially. Butane can be used indoors in cabinet heaters and when installed by a qualified gas installer.
