How to change the gas hose

You should replace the gas hose every three years and the regulator every five years. Here are tips for those who are buying a new hose and installing it themselves

Buy hose for gas

Gas hoses are sold in places where they sell gas and gas appliances. For example, at DIY stores, hardware stores and cottage shops. The hose should not be longer than 1.5 meters. Ask in the store and check the labeling to make sure the hose is suitable for propane.

Gas hoses can be purchased separately or as part of a set that also includes hose clamps to secure the hose. You can also buy a gas hose with a regulator connected to one end. With this solution, you only need to attach the loose end to your gas appliance. If you only buy the gas hose, you must attach the hose to the regulator yourself.

Remove old hose

Make sure the gas is turned off before you start. The gas hose is secured with hose clamps - small metal bands that are either screwed or clamped together around the ends of the gas hose. To remove the old hose, you must first loosen or unscrew these. Then carefully twist the hose loose from the attachment points on the regulator and on the gas appliance.

Attaching a new hose

Apply a little liquid soap, such as Zalo, to the attachment points. This will make it easier to fit the new hose. Push and twist the new hose into place over the attachment points. Tighten the hose clamps so that the hose is securely fastened around the attachment points. Be careful when tightening - if the clamps are tightened too much around the hose, the hose may burst.

Check for leaks before use

Carry out a leak test before you open the gas to make sure that the connections are tight. Spray concentrated soapy water at both ends of the hose. Then open the throttle. If there are bubbles in the soap at any of the connection points, you have a leak. Then you need to tighten the hose clamps more.

Remember this when buying a gas hose:

  • The inside diameter of the gas hose must match the outside diameter of the attachment points. Take the old hose to the store, check the operating instructions or measure the attachment points yourself.

  • The gas hose should not be longer than 1.5 meters.

  • Check the labeling and ask the store if the hose can be used for propane.

  • Check the date stamp on the hose. Gas hoses are "fresh" and the vintage should be as new as possible.

How to change the gas hose:

  • Loosen the hose clamps.

  • Carefully twist the hose ends loose from the attachment points.

  • Apply a little liquid soap to the attachment points before pushing on the new hose.

  • Screw on the hose clamps so that the hose is firmly secured around the attachment points.

  • Check for leaks before turning on the gas.

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