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If your family is using a gas stove and falling into the pitfalls mentioned below, immediate changes are crucial to prevent regrettable instances of explosions or fires.
1. Common Mistakes Leading to Gas Stove Hazards
Placing the gas cylinder in a confined kitchen corner is a common mistake, according to a liquefied gas expert in Ho Chi Minh City. This practice is risky as gas leaks can occur, leading to oxygen depletion and potential suffocation. In case of a fire, the enclosed space produces dangerous levels of CO2, posing a risk of asphyxiation before succumbing to the flames.
Using improperly sized pots and pans
When cooking with a mini gas stove, housewives often overlook the importance of choosing appropriately sized pots and pans. Using oversized cookware requires adjusting the flame to the maximum, causing flames to spread and heat the gas cylinder below. This increases the risk of explosions, compromising safety for the cook. For other gas stove types, using oversized cookware may not directly contact the gas cylinder, but it affects stove parts, reducing their durability. Choosing pots and pans that fit the stove is crucial for personal safety and the longevity of cooking equipment.
