Gas cooker fittings

richcobley

I've just moved in to a flat and I want to buy a duel fuel cooker. The previous owners had an electric cooker which they've taken. The only other posts I could find on this forum said there should be a hose with a bayonet connector for the gas - but I don't have that. As well as the electric point there is a pipe with a terminator of some sort that I presume is a gas line, but I'm not sure. I've put a picture of it here: http://homepage.ntlworld.com/richcobley/cooker/cooker1.JPG

Can anyone tell me if that's a gas line? What do I do with it if it is? If I need a corgi guy, how much should I expect to pay? Oh and do I need the cooker before I call him - I haven't bought one yet in case there's a problem putting a gas line in. Can I ask to have a hose fitted, so next time there isn't this problem?

If it turns out this is some random pipe that just pops up behind the cooker co-incidentally, then how much roughly am I looking at to get a guy to lay a proper line in? The main gas meter is about one metre away in a kitchen cupboard, underneath the gas boiler - so the main gas lines are very very close, and I just need a spur off that - or whatever it's called in the gas world...

Thanks for any advice, Rich.

needaspirin

The cap on your fitting screws off and a Bayonet Socket screws in. You need a Bayonet Socket and a Bayonet Hose such as on this site. http://www.plumbworld.co.uk/152-0000
I wouldn’t advise you to do this yourself unless you are a real handyman!

Pipe thread compound must be used to prevent leaks and the fitting must not be cross threaded or over/undertightened. The fitting must also be tested with soapy water for leaks after assembly and repressurisation.

A qualified plumber will do a job like this in 10 minutes.

Canucklehead

needaspirin wrote:

The cap on your fitting screws off and a Bayonet Socket screws in. You need a Bayonet Socket and a Bayonet Hose such as on this site. http://www.plumbworld.co.uk/152-0000
I wouldn’t advise you to do this yourself unless you are a real handyman!"

I think that should read CORGI registered installer.!!!!!!

It is not enough to test for leaks alone.
What about a stability bracket /chain?
Will you also test the operating pressure?
Approx. cost £80.

This appliance (as with ALL gas appliances) needs to be notified to CORGI or Building control.


Good luck

Corgi Guy.

richcobley

Thanks Corgi guy should I buy the new cooker before I call someone out - that way they can install and connect it all at once?

Cheers,

Rich.

needaspirin

Canucklehead
I was Head of Mechanical Maintenance, Gas Production Platform.
I do all my own installation.

Canucklehead

Hello again: The answer is yes....purchase your new cooker then book your CORGI engineer. Make sure you see his/her CORGI card and check the reverse to confirm certification for cookers or alternatively check qualifications at
https://www.trustcorgi.com . Also, if you can, use someone who has had a personal recommendation. Unfortunately there are too many dodgy types in the trade and DIY disasters waiting to happen out there.

Note to Needaspirin: You may be a former 'Head of Mechanical Maintenance,Gas Platform' and do your own gas work but shouldn't assume the OP has the same experience or is indeed CORGI registered.

Good luck, Rich!

Corgi Guy

needaspirin

Canucklehead
With all due respect, if you read my post you will see that I didn't advise Richcobley to do the job himself. Quite the opposite! I merely answered his question and explained the materials required and how long the job should take. All helpful information when obtaining a quote and avoiding being ripped off by unscrupulous tradesmen.
I do not wish to ruffle your feathers as a "Corgi" Installer