With the popularization of gas, when it brings convenience to users, there are also hidden dangers. For example, the doors and windows of the home are closed, resulting in poor air circulation, hardening and cracking of natural gas connection hoses, improper use of gas household products, etc., which are very prone to natural gas use safety accidents.
Please take a few minutes to learn about gas safety to ensure safe gas use and ensure the safety of you and your family.
Three hidden dangers, always remind
hose
Hose hazards have become the biggest cause of gas accidents for users. Due to the shortcomings of the hose, such as low life, easy breakage, easy aging, and easy to fall off, the use of the hose is now prohibited, and the user should use a more safe and reliable stainless steel metal corrugated connection hose.
water heater
The water heater is not equipped with a flue or does not install a flue as required, such as using a straight water heater to discharge the flue gas directly into the room; the ventilation of the air room is not smooth, and the combustion is incomplete due to the insufficient indoor air volume, resulting in the accumulation of a large amount of carbon monoxide in the room, resulting in poisoning and suffocation accidents.
In spring, due to the low temperature in the morning and evening, the doors and windows are closed, the indoor air circulation is poor, and the user pursues comfort, the frequency of water heater use is greatly increased than usual, and the use time is often longer, giving safety accidents such as suffocation and poisoning an opportunity.
Cooker
The stove does not have a flame-out protection device, when the gas flame is extinguished due to natural factors or because the user does not close the gas appliance valve, it will cause gas leakage, and it is easy to cause combustion or explosion in case of open flame.
The national standard of "Household Gas Cooker" stipulates that gas cookers without flameout protection shall not be sold. There are many brands of gas appliances on the market, how to correctly select qualified gas appliances, it is recommended that users:
The first is to buy products produced by regular manufacturers, and pay attention to whether the applicable gas source is natural gas or liquefied petroleum gas, and the stove must meet the relevant national standards.
Second, when purchasing, it is necessary to see whether there is an induction probe on the stove, and there should be a flame-out protection device under the induction probe.
Third, when purchasing, it is necessary to pay attention to whether there is a production license number on the packaging box of the product, and to identify the type of gas applicable to the gas stove, the rated pressure of the gas, the name of the manufacturer, and the date of production.
Fourth, the service life of household gas appliances under normal use conditions is generally 8 years, and they should be replaced in time after expiration, so as not to leave potential safety hazards at home.
Five reminders to keep in mind
Choose a tube
The stove is connected to the trachea, the rubber hose has a short service life, is easy to age, and is easy to be bitten by rats, so it is now forbidden to use, and metal pipes must be used.
water heater
It is strictly forbidden to use gas stoves without flame-out protection devices, as well as gas water heaters without flues.
Close the valve frequently
When using a gas stove, someone must take care of it, so that the fire is turned on and the fire is extinguished; the valve in front of the stove should be closed in time after use; and the valve in front of the meter should be closed if it is not used for a long time.
Self-test
Apply soapy water or dish soap water to gas pipe connections and valves, if there is an air leak, the area will continue to bubble.
Frequent ventilation
The continuous use time of the gas water heater should not exceed 30 minutes, and the continuous use for a long time is easy to cause indoor hypoxia.
Users of gas water heaters and wall-hung boilers should do a good job of inspecting outdoor facilities and equipment, and if no one uses them for a long time, please drain the remaining water in time to prevent damage to the equipment.
What to do about gas leaks?
Close the valve in front of the gauge immediately
Open doors and windows for ventilation
It is strictly forbidden to turn on the lights and switch on and off the electrical appliances
Put an end to all kindling
Call the gas company's 24-hour emergency hotline outdoors
Wait for the staff to come to the door for repairs
Source: Hanchuan China Gas