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| Liquified Petroleum Gas (LPG) |
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| Composition of LPG |
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| Butane with small quantities of ethane and propane. |
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| These gases can be liquified under pressure and bottled in cylinders. By itself LPG is odourless. On leakage, it is toxic if inhaled. It also forms an explosive mixture with air. LPG can be hazardous if handled carelessly. |
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| A strong smelling compound, ethyl mercaptan is added to detect the leakage of LPG. |
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 High calorific value |
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 Complete combustion: |
- No residue
- No smoke
- No pollutants
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 Burns readily, preheating not required. This is because it has a
low ignition temperature. |
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 LPG cylinder valve and the knob of the stove must be closed properly when not in use. |
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 Open flames, electric/kerosene stoves must not be used near an LPG cylinder. |
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 Rubber pipe connecting the cylinder and the stove must be regularly checked for any wear and tear. |
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 When a leakage (foul smell) is detected: |
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| a) Open all windows and doors. |
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| b) Do not operate any switch. |
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| c) Do not open refrigerators, operate switches, exhaust fans etc. |
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| d) Find the source of leakage, disconnect cylinder and close the cap/ regulator. |
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| e) Inform the local LPG emergency service. |
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