| » | A cylinder with a self-closing valve. |
| » | A pressure regulator, which is connected to the outlet of the valve. |
| » | A gas stove or a cooking range (appliance). |
| » | Rubber tube connecting the regulator to the appliance. |
| » | Vertical with valve facing upwards. |
| » | Away from any source of heat or a naked flame. |
| » | On or above ground level with adequate ventilation. |
| » | In an easily accessible position. |
| » | Make sure the valve on the cylinder is shut, by turning the pressure regulator knob to the OFF position. |
| » | Open the valve by turning the pressure regulator knob to the ON (vertical) position. |
| » | Make sure the burner taps are also closed. |
| » | Make sure there is no smell of gas. |
| » | Light a match and hold it to the burner. |
| » | Turn on the burner by rotating the knob in the ,anti-clockwise direction. ] |
| » | Shut the burner after use. |
| » | Shut the valve of the cylinder by turning the pressure regulator knob to the OFF position. |
ALWAYS REMEMBER TO SHUT THE VALVE WHEN STOVE IS NOT IN USE ESPECIALLY AT NIGHT.
| » | Harsh cleaners can damage the finish. Don't use abrasive powders, highly acidic or alkaline cleansers. |
| » | Wait for surfaces to cool. If the stove is hot and you try to clean it with a wet cloth, the surface finish may crack. |
| » | Some foodstuffs can damage the finish. Vinegar, sour milk, citrus fruits juices, tamarind decoctions |
| » | can all damage the finish. If some such liquid spills on the stove, wipe it off with a dry cloth, wait for the stove to cool, clean with warm soap water and dry. |
| » | Ordinary stains can be cleaned easily. Some baking soda on a damp cloth does the trick. A mild cleanser may be used for stubborn stains. |
| » | A chrome finish can be cleaned with a damp cloth. Or any good chrome cleanser. |
| » | Clean the burner head and mixing tube the right way. Immerse the mixing tube assembly and the burner head completely in a boiling solution of washing soda. Keep it for 20 minutes. Rinse thoroughly internally and externally. Dry completely to prevent corrosion. |
| » | The burner holes should be cleaned with a soft wire. The mixing tube can be cleaned with a stiff bottlebrush. |
| » | Pan supports can be cleaned the same way. |
| » | Put out all fires in the kitchen. This includes diyas, agarbatties, cigarettes and all naked flames; otherwise any leakage of gas could result in fire. |
| » | Switch off all electrical appliances. |
| » | Shut the taps on the stove. |
| » | Have the rubber tube and all the connections checked for leakage with soap solution. |
| » | Insist that your deliveryman checks cylinder valve and O-ring for any leakage. |
| » | At a higher level than the cylinder - about 2 ft to prevent the tube from catching fire. |
| » | Against a wall to make sure that clothes don't catch fire. |
| » | Away from curtains. |
| » | Away from wind draughts to prevent the flame going out and causing leakage of gas. |
NOTE: Make sure there are no shelves above the stove REMEMBER THAT YOUR APPLIANCE MUST HAVE AN ISI MARK AND HAVE IT TESTED BY A MECHANIC BEFORE YOU USE IT. |
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