I have to disconnect my Gas Range and reconnect a new one....?

Question

Is this something I really should get a professional to do or is it relatively easy and something I can do myself with a wrench as long as I turn off the gas?

Answer 1

It is a pretty simple straight forward job as others have said but none of them have said that you should replace the flex line when you do the job. The flex lines are not made to be reused and should always be replaced when changing appliances and depending on how old the flex line is there have been several upgrades on these so you will be getting the latest upgraded safer version. The flex line comes with the new "flair" type fittings also and the ones currently on your gas line most likely do not fit the new flex line so make sure they fit onto the plumbing and the range connections so if you need to get reducers or nipples you don't need to make a second trip to the supplier. If there is no shutoff valve directly behind the range you should install one while you have everything disconnected as they do not cost much and are very handy and comforting to have if a situation occurs.

You also want to get a flex line that is long enough to be able to allow you to pull the range out and clear the cabinets without putting undue stress on the line as many builders when installing ranges use a short line just barely long enough and just 1ft. of line extra would be perfect.

You should use either pipe dope or Teflon tape on all of your joints except the "flair" type joints of the flex line as the actual sealing of these fittings is in the seat of the "flair". Do not over tighten these joints either. A good snug tightening is all that is required and over tightening can cause leaks. As always check your fittings for leaks.

Answer 2

Whoa,

Do not turn off the main supply unless you absolutely have to!

All your appliances should have an in-line valve between the gas pipe and the appliance, near the appliance. Gives you control over the gas to the specific appliance. Turn off the gas to the range there!. Also, in-line valves are required in almost all building codes. In-line valves prevents 1) one from having to run all over the house, re-lighting pilot lights, because one appliance was replaced, 2) provide a much smaller reservoir of gas in the case of faulty installation of an appliance, and 3) gives a more rapid shut-down response time (You don't have to find a wrench, and then run to the gas line outside (in the dark, rain, show etc.) to turn off the gas to an appliance).

Inline valves are open when the valve handle is paralles with the gasline and shut when the handle is perpendicular to the gasline. Close the valve, use 2 wrenches, one to hold the gas-line steady, the other to turn the fitting on the flex-tubing connected to the current range/stove.
When re-attaching, replace the flex tubing. Get gas-line joint sealing compound, use as directed, thread the new flex tubing on finger tight, then tighten with a wrench.

Make a solution of 1 part dish soap, 2 parts water beforehand. Spray, squirt, drip this onto all the connectors, both sides. This will tell you if you have a leak.

On the other hand, check with your gas company. PG&E here will check all gas fittings in your home and light pilot lights for free. Great to get a professional's opinion after you do the work.

If there are no inline valves, you might want to consider installing them when you install the range.

Answer 3

This is easy, just turn off the gas at the meter, disconnect your old one reconnect your new one, turn the gas back on then leak check the connection with dish soap solution check for bubbles, If you can turn a wrench you can do this, Or pay someone 80.00 bucks to do it for you, me, I would rather keep my money.

Answer 4

No. the merely module that re-instruments itself is the PCM (ability Controller Module). and that is because it has memory and makes use of enter from sensors to administration gas pulse and timing in accordance to motive force enter and different factors consisting of O2 voltage. once you disconnect the battery, the PCM is going lower back to a predetermined fee yet updates itself for optimal overall performance and gas economic equipment, if all sensors are operating properly, at the same time as youcontinual. All different modules are merely output in accordance to enter.

Answer 5

With that lovely little thing in my arms, unless you've got a background in piping, I'd get someone to do it. A poor job can have bad results--that start with a slow leak and go up from there.

Answer 6

You should call the gas company.They will need to make sure there are no leaks.they have instruments for testing. A very small leak unoticed will blow up your house,

Answer 7

Jimmy's right. Simple job. Shut off gas, un-hook, re-hook, and check for leaks. Just respect it, don't be scared of it.