Every consumer using an LPG cylinder should pay special attention when receiving delivery. Sometimes, despite being sealed, the cylinder may not be fully filled with gas. There are several reasons for this.
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If you use an LPG cylinder, this news is for you. If you ignore some important precautions when purchasing a cylinder each month, you could suffer losses. When the cylinder is delivered to your home, you likely check the cylinder's seal. If the seal appears intact, you might assume the cylinder hasn't been tampered with. But that's not the case. Even if the seal is properly sealed, gas can still be extracted from the cylinder. Therefore, whenever purchasing a cylinder, pay special attention to these important things.
Can gas be reduced even if the seal is on?
Few people may know that gas can be extracted from a cylinder without breaking its seal. To do this, a thin pin or needle is inserted into the valve from the top of the seal. The pin depresses the valve's pressure regulator, allowing the gas to escape, which is then refilled into another empty cylinder. Furthermore, the seal on the cylinder is carefully removed and reinserted after the gas is depleted, giving the customer the impression that the cylinder is still sealed.
Gas can also be reduced due to this
Sometimes, gas shortages can be caused by gas leaks or malfunctions in the cylinder valves. In such situations, the gas may gradually decrease without anyone noticing, and the cylinder may continue to deplete while in storage. However, to avoid these issues, it's important to exercise special caution when receiving delivery.
Do this work at the time of delivery
When you receive your cylinder, you can first check a few things to determine if the gas has been removed from your cylinder. It's best to check the cylinder's weight upon delivery. A 14.2 litre domestic cylinder typically weighs 14.2 litres of gas. The empty weight of the cylinder is also listed, so you can add the two to determine the total weight. If the weight is less or the seal is not properly fitted, refuse the cylinder and immediately report it to your gas agency.
