Safety Tips on Portable Butane Stoves and Gas Canisters

Gas stoves and gas canisters are among the 33 categories of Controlled Goods that must be registered with Enterprise Singapore and carry the SAFETY Mark.

Safety Tips

• Ensure that the both the portable butane gas stove and canister carry the SAFETY Mark. The SAFETY Mark indicates that the product has met specific safety requirements and also carries a unique certification number traceable to the supplier.

• Avoid using the stove in any way that traps heat.
  • Ensure that there is adequate air flow over the top and sides of the stove.
  • Do not use pans larger than those indicated in the instruction manual as they will concentrate heat back towards the gas canister, causing it to overheat and explode.
  
  [L]: Oversized pan
  [R]: Proper-sized pan
  
  
  • Avoid wrapping aluminium foil on or around the burner.
• Do not operate the stove longer than what is recommended by the manufacturer.
• Use the stove at a well-ventilated place.
• After use, remove the gas canister from the stove. Cap the valve of the canister and store it in a cool place, away from any flames. Do this even if the canister is empty.
• Do not tamper with the stove or attempt to repair a faulty stove yourself. Stop using the portable butane gas stove if it is not operating or igniting correctly.
• Avoid leaving a lit stove unattended or place flammable items nearby during use.
• If you smell a gas leak, put out all flames and turn off the stove, gas valves and regulators. Call your authorised dealer to report the leak immediately.

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