Thread: Gas bottles.

A chilling warning John. I was aware of the hazards mentioned, as there was a fatality involving a gad bottle, in central Ipswich, not long ago.
For me, the official warning from that event, has raised unanswered questions.
The official warning stated that gas bottles should not be placed in an enclosed vehicle. A sensible and relivant instruction, but how are the many sedan/wagon owners supposed to fill or exchange their bottles?

Might have to put the gas bottle in a big plastic bag to see if it's leaking. Oh, hang on, I think those have been banned too.

The lack of education is an issue. And yes, I see folks using those swap cages and chuck the bottle in the back of their SUV. I confess to doing the same thing years ago, but I no longer have a gas BBQ but a wood fired one.

The OKA has its bottle outside, It's a PITA to connect but I try to remember to at least turn the tap off. After this, I'll try harder.

Originally Posted by V8Ian

A chilling warning John. I was aware of the hazards mentioned, as there was a fatality involving a gad bottle, in central Ipswich, not long ago.
For me, the official warning from that event, has raised unanswered questions.
The official warning stated that gas bottles should not be placed in an enclosed vehicle. A sensible and relivant instruction, but how are the many sedan/wagon owners supposed to fill or exchange their bottles?

IIRC the ignition source was suspected to be the electric window winder, so it's a vicious circle, you smell gas, wind down the window and boom!

To transport a gas cylinder to/from the seller/facility, you can put it in a vehicle cabin/cargo area for a short time.
Make sure that the valve is definitely OFF, check for leaks using your nose. If in doubt get some soapy water and drizzle it over the suspected leak - look for bubbles.
If OK, open a window, then stow the cylinder, secure it in an upright position.
Once arrived, remove the cylinder from the vehicle.

Obviously an open-to-the-air situation would be better.

Cylinders being transported with hoses on that have valves at the end, but the cylinder valve open, are a real problem waiting to happen. The hose valve can be leaky, the hose can be old and fracturing.

The key point is that the prevention of a sneaky leak is paramount. Keeping the cylinder away from heat comes next.