CNG Cylinder Safety Guide: How To Maintain CNG Cars; Check the List of Do’s and Don’ts

CNG Cylinder Safety Guide: While the real cause behind the high-intensity explosion that occurred near the Red Fort metro station gate number 1 on Monday evening is still being probed, as the MHA has handed over the investigation to NIA, one of the probable causes includes CNG cylinded blast.

Due to the environmentally friendly features and cost-effective nature of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), the popularity of CNG vehicles has gained momentum. While CNG is a cleaner and economical fuel, it’s essential to follow certain safety protocols to ensure that your CNG vehicle operates safely and efficiently, as the explosion in CNG cylinders can cause significant harm.

CNG Cylinder Safety Tips: List Of Do's And Don'ts

While CNG cylinder vehicles are continuously becoming the preference of drivers, here's what you should keep in mind regarding CNG cylinders.

CNG Cylinder Safety Guide: Dont Do THESE

- Don't overfill CNG tank, extra gas can spill or leak out.

- Avoid using AC/Heater too much, it burns more fuel.

- Never let the tank go empty, drive before it runs dry.

- Check for leaks, CNG can escape if pipes are damaged.

CNG Car Maintenance Tips: Things You Do

- Always tighten the CNG gas lead after filling.

- Park your car in the shade to stop CNG from evaporating.

- Use the AC or heater only when needed.

- Keep tyres at the correct pressure.

- Tune up the engine regularly.

- Change air filters on time.

- Replace spark plugs with CNG-specific ones if possible.

- Service the car often and get CNG tuning from an expert.

- Never let tyres stay under-inflated.