Moving a gas cooker?

Question

HI there, I am looking to move a gas cooker to a different location in a kitchen but leaving the connection where it is, if that makes sense, can you get extension pipes??

Thanks

Answer 1

If you're only shifting it a short distance (like a foot or two) on the same wall, you can get a longer flexible gas line (replace the existing with a longer line - don't try to daisy chain them). More than that and you'll need to plumb it with additional "black pipe".

It's not hard installing gas line -- but if you don't make absolutely gas-tite joints, there's a good chance you'll blow up your house and kill your family -- so be VERY certain of your DIY abilities before you attempt this. Also, be aware that many municipalities require that all gas line work be done by a licensed plumber.

If you do attempt to extend the black pipe yourself, don't use white teflon tape on the fittings. There is a special teflon tape made for gas fittings (it's yellow), but I strictly use joint compound -- it's a thick past that comes in a tube - kind of looks like toothpaste. After completing the extension, test the fittings by brushing a soap water mixture (a good squeeze of dish soap in a glass of water) to all the joints. If there's a leak, bubbles will form (watch for a full minute - slow leaks may take a minute to form a bubble).

Basically, the process is-
-pull the stove from the wall, turn off the supply valve and remove the flex hose
-determine the routing for the new pipe, and the length of each piece (your hardware store will cut the pipe to length and thread it).
-have the new pipe, fittings, joint compound, and two large pipe wrenches on hand
-turn off the gas at the main
-remove the shut-off valve for the stove
-install the new pipe and fittings, being sure to apply joint compound or gas-line teflon tape to threads at each fitting
-reinstall the shutoff valve at the end of the new line, and making shure it's off, turn the gas main back on
-apply soap solution to each joint and watch for bubbles. If you have any leaks, you can try tightening the fitting, but most likely you'll need to turn the gas off, remove the fitting, apply more joint compound.

Answer 2

There are a number of different types of connector. If you're unsure about how to do it, you probably don't have the right tools - so get a gas fitter to do it. The bayonet type connector is easy if that's what you've got, but you're unlikely to find a similar connector at your new place. You need two sets of grips (preferably gas pliers of Stiltsons) or one and a suitably sized spanner, a half inch female cap and some jointing compound. Turn off the gas at the meter. Pull out the cooker and disconnect the rubber hose from the pipe on the wall. This might be a bayonet connector (like a light bulb) or it might be one with a large nut. Now move the cooker out of your way. Take the rest of the fitting off the end of the pipe so you have only a threaded pipe (use one set of grips to prevent the pipe turning. Take that with you, you'll need it in your new house. Now put some jointing compound on the cap and screw it tightly onto the end of the pipe. Make some froth with water and washing up liquid and cover the joint between the pipe an the fitting. Turn on the gas at the meter. If no bubbles form at the joint, you've done it. If they do, turn the gas off and call the gas fitter you should have called in the first place.

Answer 3

You have to have this done professionally, the flexi pipes are a standard length and there are regulations to the height of the fitting, stabilisation of the the cooker, and correct distances to walls and cupboards etc, you have to tightness test the gas metre before and after the alteration, purge the new supply and gas rate or burner pressure test the cooker, i am guessing you won't know how to do this, it is also illegal to use soapy water on gas carrying parts, they are corrosive! You are entitled to attempt this in your own home, but your insurance company would void your insurance if they found out, and if the result of your actions caused damage to life or property, you would be fined minimum, or prison if serious damage caused. A gas engineer may charge £100 for this depending on the work, but it is money well spent!

Answer 4

Check out www.npda.co.uk.

Its the national property developers association so I'm sure someone there will be able to advise you.

You can become a member (for free) and ask in the forum.

Hope this helps!!

Answer 5

I think to do things with gas you have to be registered as a CORGI registered gas fitter or else its illegal. I would check first in case what you want to undertake constitutes the need for such qualifications.

Answer 6

Unfortunately No. you will have to extend the copper gas pie to the new position then connect the flexible hose to it.

Answer 7

You can buy flexible gas tubing too. You may need to get a licensed plumber to do the hork.

Answer 8

Contact the gas board and they will advise.You will have to get someone whose qualified as you could cause serious problems if you try to do it yourself.

Answer 9

of course its not a hard job but its a job that has to be done properly