GAS FAQ
How do I tell how much gas is left in my gas bottle?
Carefully pour a cup of hot water (using care) down the side of the bottle. The level of the remaining gas will be shown as a line of condensation. If there is no line, wait a moment and feel the cylinder. It will feel cool at the level of gas. If there is no line and no difference in temperature, it is most likely empty.
If you have two gas bottles, it is best if you order your next replacement bottle once the first one has been emptied so you are not left short!
Note: Gas bottles are designed to be full at 80% or just over 3/4. The bottles are oversized so you get the full measure of gas. The unfilled space allows for the natural expansion of the gas during warmer temperatures. This space is referred to as 'ullage'.
How long will my gas bottle last?
Customers often ask this question. The following chart may be used as a rough guide.
HOW LONG WILL A 45KG GAS BOTTLE LAST?*
Gas Heaters
15MJ Heater
25MJ Heater
Gas Hot Water
16L/Min 125MJ
26L/Min 199MJ
Gas Cooktops
9MJ Burner
2 Hrs/Day
3 Hrs/Day
4 Hrs/Day
73 Days
44 Days
10 Min/Day
105 Days
66 Days
30 Min/Day
489 Days
49 Days
29 Days
20 Min/Day
52 Days
33 Days
60 Min/Day
244 Days
37 Days
22 Days
30 Min/Day
35 Days
22 Days
90 Min/Day
163 Days
*Durations show assumes that you use the appiance on the maximum setting. Gas consumption would be less, and the duration longer on lower settings.