What should I do if a bursting disc pops?
All carbon dioxide (Suregas) cylinders have a safety mechanism called a 'bursting disc'. It is a quick pressure release system that ruptures if the pressure in the cylinder rises above a certain limit. It is designed to release the contents so that the cylinder itself does not burst. If a bursting disc ruptures, there will be a sudden loud noise and a plume of white vapour as the gas is released, and the cylinder may fall over.
(For more information about dealing with a gas leak, see our 'How to spot a gas leak' guide)
A bursting disc may rupture if:
Reason | Action |
|---|---|
The cylinder is dropped and/or the cylinder neck is damaged | Evacuate the cellar and ventilate it by opening all doors and cellar flaps (make sure there are barriers around the open flaps). |
The cylinder is stored or used near a heat source (e.g, a freezer) | Turn off the heat source, wait until the area has cooled, then move any other cylinders to a different part of the cellar. |