Safety cautions of the use of LPG
What is LPG?
- LPG is liquefied petroleum gas
- It’s a mixture of butane and propane (80:20)
- Currently we have 2-cylinder types in the market (6kg and 13kg)
Uses of LPG
Cooking
LPG is a highly efficient fuel. It is economical, and its excellent heating capacity helps you cook your food faster
LPG stoves emit less overall heat than any others, keeping kitchen temperature unaffected generally low.
Autogas
LPG for Vehicles is called Autogas – more efficient and environmentally friendly
Industries
LPG gas is used in industries for heating purposes and LPG fired boilers.
Farming Industry – Drying crops, flame cultivation and livestock farming.
Food Industry – LPG Sulphur content and controllable temperature makes it favored in this industry.
Why buy your LPG cylinders from TotalEnergies?
Quality
Clean and regularly maintained cylinders.
Quantity
Quantity indicated on the scale guaranteed in the cylinder.
Availability
Guaranteed stock of full cylinders at points of sale.
Local Points of Sale
Large network of service stations and retailers.
- Safety and Maintenance
- One of TotalEnergies’ major values
- Compliance with local regulations for cylinder re-testing frequencies.
- Stringent cylinder manufacturing specifications.
LPG Product Range
Small size
6kg Cylinder
Product Highlights
- For frequent use
- Cost Effective
- Perfect for cooking and water heaters.
- Easy to transport
Medium size
13kg Cylinder
Product highlights:
- For frequent use
- Cost Effective
- Perfect for cooking and water heaters.
- Easy to transport
LPG cylinder Safety Tips to follow at home
- Purchase from an authorized distributor.
- Place it in a cool, isolated spot.
- Always maintain proper ventilation all times
- Check the cylinder valve and other joints for leaks
Make sure that:
- The regulator supply knob is turned to “OFF” position
- All valves on the appliance are closed
- The connecting pipe to the appliance is correctly fitted
- The valve is clean and free from debris
Periodical maintenance and checks of parts to ensure good working conditions( use an authorized distributor mechanic).
Available cylinders and prices
Available cylinder sizes: 6kg and 13kg
Price of each cylinder
Refill: 21,500 for 6kg and 47,000 for 13kg
Cylinder and refill: 40,000 for 6kg and 73000 for 13kg
Places of availability
Available through the following distributors:
Lumumba Energies Distributor: +255 693 300 600
Salama Smart: +255 762 782 048 and all TotalEnergies service stations