Connecting a gas stove in an apartment and private house

Connecting a gas stove is a complex and time-consuming process. It's no surprise that many are facing problems. This equipment is included in the list of equipment with an increased level of danger. Therefore, it is more advisable to have specialists handle the installation. You can try to do everything yourself, provided that you understand the process. Operating rules are regulated by law. Now we’ll figure out how to install the stove yourself and not run into a fine.

Rules for connecting a stove in an apartment

It is more rational to entrust the installation of a gas stove in an apartment in a multi-storey building to specialists. This work is carried out by specialized services that control gas supply. An agreement is previously concluded between the consumer and the organization, in accordance with which fuel is supplied. Payment is transferred to the personal account specified in the agreement.

A contract is required when an apartment is purchased. It is also necessary to collect a list of documents in order to connect a gas stove in the apartment in accordance with current legislation:

a certificate confirming that you are the owner of the apartment;
technical passport of the apartment;
old contract for technical service;
passport for new equipment and gas meter.

If the book for the old stove remains, then it is better to provide it too. As an alternative to a certificate of ownership, you can use a certificate that confirms the registration of the apartment.

When all the documents are collected, submit them to the gas service. Staff will provide you with forms to fill out. A contract must be concluded. The organization will provide you with permission to install new equipment.

ATTENTION! We strongly recommend calling a gas service to connect your gas stove. You perform all actions described below at your own peril and risk.

Documentary question

Connecting a gas stove begins not with preparatory work, but with purchasing the stove itself and carefully unpacking it. But even after the most thorough inspection, do not rush to start work. After all, you still need to get a list of documents from the gas service. To do this, you must provide local gas workers with your passport with a certificate of family composition, a title document for housing, a passport for the meter, a maintenance agreement, gas receipts, a subscription book, and a certificate of registration of ownership.

Only after this Gorgaz will issue you a subscription book with notes on instructions on how to behave with gas for you and all members of your family, forms for an agreement on the supply of gas to your home, as well as a contract for this same gas supply.

Advice: after receiving the necessary documentation, try to connect the stove as soon as possible. After all, the warranty period extends from the date of purchase of this household appliance, but not connection. Therefore, if you decide to put your new stove in the garage or pantry for an indefinite period of time, this is not the best idea.

Rules for connecting a stove in a private house

The operation of gas equipment in an apartment and a house is significantly different. For example, the equipment (meters and stoves) of residents of multi-storey buildings is checked by gas supply employees several times a year. This is a mandatory measure. Homeowners from the private sector will be able to make their own decisions regarding gas supply. There are several main options:

connection to the central highway;
use of autonomous gas supply;
combined connection type.

In many ways, connecting the equipment will depend on which of these options is chosen by the homeowner. In the first case, the connection of equipment and subsequent maintenance are controlled by the relevant services. If you use cylinders or another type of autonomous gas supply, then you will have to do everything yourself.

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Be sure to learn how to properly connect this equipment, since the safety of your family depends on the final result. If you have engaged a commercial organization, be sure to check whether their specialists have certificates confirming their professionalism.

Choosing a location for kitchen equipment

Before connecting a home gas stove to central communications, a suitable location is chosen for it. It is advisable that the floor in the installation area be absolutely flat, otherwise the hob will skew and the dishes will not be able to cook evenly.

The bulk of modern units are equipped with adjustable feet, which make it possible to level the equipment even on a floor with noticeable defects and height differences.

To perfectly level the slab relative to the floor surface, you should use a building level. This simple tool will allow you to determine the most favorable position for household appliances with millimeter accuracy.

If the model does not have adjustment, simply place thick cardboard, a piece of chipboard or a wooden plank under the edges of the lower part, thus leveling the hob relative to the floor level.

The gas stove should be installed in the apartment so that no objects or elements of supporting structures touch its rear part.

All connecting nodes must be freely accessible so that in the event of a leak or any other malfunction, the problem can be resolved as quickly as possible.

The slab is not pushed tightly against the wall, but, on the contrary, a small gap is left behind. Its size is usually indicated by the manufacturer in the accompanying instructions, and professionals recommend that you always strictly adhere to these data.

Stages of connecting a gas stove yourself

Is it possible to connect a gas stove in an apartment yourself? Yes, but first contact Gorgaz, and be sure to provide them with all the necessary documents. Remember that you will need special equipment. Carefully study the intricacies of connecting a gas stove yourself. Conventionally, the process is divided into the following stages:

Preparatory work.
Dismantling of old equipment.
Installing a new device.
Checking the correct connection.
Exploitation.

So that you know how to connect a gas stove in an apartment with your own hands, carefully study the instructions offered by experts.

Selecting a location

The equipment manufacturer indicates the recommended distance from the walls and partitions of kitchen furniture. This information is indicated in the instructions or technical documentation. There you will also find the basic rules for installing a gas stove in an apartment. The most common mistake beginners make is that they do not take into account the height of the equipment. The height is calculated according to the distance from the ceilings. You especially need to be careful with kitchens that have a sloping ceiling. The ceiling material also affects the height of the equipment.

Quite often, natural ventilation fails to remove combustion products. Therefore, experts strongly recommend installing hoods.

Preparing tools and consumables

Before installing a gas stove, you need to disassemble and dismantle the old equipment, as well as prepare a list of special equipment and all kinds of consumables. Optimal set of tools:

set of wrenches: gas, adjustable and wrench;
ball valve 1/2' – provided that replacement is required;
FUM tape;
Screwdriver Set;
hose of appropriate diameter;
concentrated soap solution.

Of course, the installation process for electric and gas models will be significantly different. Give preference to a trusted equipment manufacturer. Little-known companies may produce equipment with a short service life. Popular brands, on the contrary, produce high-quality equipment. For example, Hephaestus gas models showed their best performance during use.

Removing the old stove

Replacing a gas stove is not difficult. The main thing is to adhere to the basic provisions of the step-by-step instructions, while observing safety precautions. Algorithm for dismantling outdated equipment for subsequent installation of a new slab:

Turn off the valve that regulates the gas supply.
Check if you managed to turn off the tap, try to light the burner.
Unscrew the locknut and push the coupling down.
Move appliances away from the wall to extend the equipment.
If new equipment will not be installed now, but the kitchen will be renovated in the near future, be sure to install a special plug on the faucet.

Old slabs connected to the gas pipeline by a metal pipe are much more difficult to dismantle. It is difficult to remove the nut and coupling due to the paint. Therefore, the eyeliner is cut off with a grinder. The remains are dismantled using a gas wrench.

Replacing the faucet

Often, before installing a new gas stove, you have to change the tap. This must be done as quickly and accurately as possible. After dismantling the old tap, gas will flow from the pipe into the room. It is important that after removing the old valve, basic safety rules are followed: there is no source of open fire, the windows are wide open.

Before you start installing new equipment, you need to prepare several additional devices:

a small piece of fabric - you need to make a temporary plug from it that will plug the gas pipe. Be sure to pre-moisten the cloth with water;
new ball valve - before installation, move it to the closed position, and also remove the handle to facilitate the installation process;
prepare a set of wrenches, as well as a special sealant that will be applied to the threaded connection.

Instructions for replacing the faucet:

Open the window as wide as possible, or even better, the window. This is necessary to ensure proper ventilation.
Unscrew the faucet from the lower side, and then insert a damp rag into the pipe hole as quickly as possible.
Be sure to remove any remaining old sealant from the threaded joint and then apply new one.
Remove the rag from the pipe that served as the plug, and then screw the new tap onto the thread. Tighten the valve with a wrench.
Make sure that all elements are connected tightly. Apply the concentrated solution to the connected areas. If bubbles appear and inflate, this indicates a lack of proper tightness and, accordingly, there is a gas leak. Unscrew the valve to apply an additional layer of thread sealant.

The crane has been replaced, which means we can move on to installing the equipment.

Installing a new slab

As mentioned earlier, installing a gas stove in an apartment with your own hands is only possible if you have some experience in carrying out such work, as well as special equipment. In other situations, it is better to entrust such difficult work to professionals.

If you don’t know how to install a gas model in the kitchen, but want to do it yourself, then follow these instructions:

Remove the product from the original packaging. Remove the baking tray and other accessories. It is better to remove the protective film after installation is complete.
Place the equipment in a previously prepared place, maintaining the correct distance from the wall, which is indicated in the accompanying documentation.
Use a level and leveling feet to level the work surface horizontally.

The equipment is installed, it’s time to connect the equipment to the gas supply system.

Connecting the stove

Connect the flexible hose to the gas line. To do this, you need to wrap FUM tape or any other suitable sealant around the thread. Tighten the connection using the appropriate wrench. The gas hose must be connected to the stove. Use a sealant, and then tighten the locknut with open-end wrenches. Practice shows that the output thread from the plate has a pitch of 3.8'. Install the adapter. It should be included in the basic equipment package.

When the plate is connected to a pipe, a special gasket is used, the diameter of which is 13 millimeters. Mostly this gasket is also included in the basic package of the stove. It is equipped with a special metal mesh that acts as a barrier filter. Using a gasket will extend the service life of the equipment.

Now you know what connections are needed to connect a gas stove in an apartment. You almost never have to buy additional adapters and filters, since they are included in the basic equipment package. Take a soap solution prepared in advance to check the tightness of the connection. Apply foam to joints with a brush or hand. Are there any bubbles? This means there is a leak. It needs to be redone. When everything is done correctly, check the functionality of the burners and oven.

Connecting electric ignition

When connecting the electric ignition, you need to follow a few simple rules that will help you avoid unpleasant consequences:

Bring the gas stove into your house or apartment and wait a little; you don’t need to connect it right away. The equipment must adapt to the new temperature regime. This advice is especially relevant if you brought in new equipment from outside in the winter. Pre-inspect the equipment for visual damage.
The places where the gas network is connected must also be carefully checked for damage and deformation. All switches must be in working order. It is important that the supply from the hose to the stove is carried out at full capacity.
We are talking about equipment with electric ignition. This means that you will need access to a power source, i.e. electricity. A regular outlet will be more than enough. It must be grounded. Incorrect connection can lead to serious consequences.
Old electrical wiring is characterized by its cross-section. It will not allow you to fully use the electric oven. Therefore, for the equipment to operate correctly, the old wiring must be changed.
The choice of gas hose is another important point. Equipment that supports the electric ignition option will work correctly if you buy a white hose with a yellow stripe. Inspect the hose carefully. Possible leakage must be ruled out. Securely secure and tighten the threaded connection between the stove and gas pipes.
The position of the surface also plays an extremely important role. Be sure to adjust the legs so that the equipment stands level. The hob should not be tilted to one side. Pre-level the area where the equipment will be located.

When all this is done, be sure to check the functionality of the equipment in all available modes. Now you know how to replace conventional gas equipment with equipment with an electric ignition function. The installation process is virtually the same, except that you will need access to a grounded outlet.

Features of connecting the stove to a gas cylinder

Let's imagine that the installation has already been completed. It is necessary to install a gas cylinder. It is advisable that it be located in another room or at least distant from the stove. The minimum distance is 5 meters. Pre-prepare the place where the cylinder will be located. The best option would be to create a special mount. The structure can be built from ordinary wooden slats.

The stove is installed, you need to connect the cylinder itself to the equipment. This is a safe job provided you follow the instructions. Screw the cylinder onto the gas surface hose. Tighten the connection with a clamp. FUM tape must be wrapped around the inlet fitting. The connection must be strong and reliable.

Install the reducer on the gas cylinder. It screws onto the adapter. For wrapping you need to use FUM tape. During the connection process, carefully inspect each component:

First remove dirt from the reducer and cylinder, especially at the threaded connections. Ignoring this rule will result in a gas leak.
Special attention should be paid to the hose. It must be of appropriate length. There should also be no cracks or narrowings. It is important that it is not twisted. Replace the hose as soon as you notice damage.
During operation, rust appears on the clamps; remove all contaminants. Since rust eats away at the clamps, over time they will simply break. Today you can purchase special clamps that are treated with an anti-corrosion coating.

There is nothing complicated, just follow the rules.

Checking for correct connection

When all the requirements are taken into account, and the gas stove is connected with a hose to the pipe, you need to make sure that there is no leakage. Carefully examine all joints, this will allow you to quickly determine the leak. The optimal verification method has already been discussed earlier. Make a concentrated soap solution. Apply it to the threaded joint with your hands or a brush. A sign of a leak will be the appearance of inflated bubbles. To correct the situation, remove the faucet, and then apply an additional layer of sealant to the threads.

Be sure to check the functionality of all burners, oven and its basic modes. There is an alternative way to check if the connection is correct. When all the work is completed, carefully unscrew the tap of the gas cylinder. You will hear a characteristic hissing sound, indicating that the gearbox is working properly. This means that gas is already entering the stove.

Sealing the system

Special seals allow you to eliminate the possibility of leakage in connection nodes and ensure their tightness.

Types of material for joint sealing

Loctite 55 is available in the form of sealing fiber and is a practical, modern material, specially designed for communications of various levels of complexity. The threaded section is wrapped, creating a tight connection and securely fixing it in a given position.

Loctite 55

The second type of sealant is FUM tape. There are three varieties on sale:

material marked 1 has additional Vaseline lubricant. The seal is designed for operating conditions with an aggressive environment;
material marked 2 without lubrication is used under conditions of exposure to oxidizing agents;
material marked 3 is universal. Can be used both in industrial and domestic conditions. Available in the form of thin threads in film.

FUM tape
With the help of FUM tape, the pipe elements are firmly connected to each other and maintain the tightness of the system for many years.

In addition, to seal communication systems, paronite gaskets of the required diameter are used from a flat composite sealing gasket material with a layered structure - paronite. It contains asbestos, rubber and powder fillers. The material provides high-quality sealing of flange joints.

Paronite gasket

Safety Rules and Tips

You must install the equipment yourself in accordance with safety regulations. Failure to comply with standards leads to negative consequences. Therefore, you first need to study the regulations. Useful tips and rules for connecting a gas stove:

A flexible hose ensures the connection between the equipment and the gas supply system. It is important that it is located in an easily accessible place. Access to it must not be blocked. It is necessary to carry out scheduled replacement of the flexible hose.
The gas hose is created in accordance with current regulatory documentation. It is strictly forbidden to exceed the recommended size.
It is strictly forbidden to paint the connecting sleeve itself, as this may damage the surface. It is the coloring that causes premature cracking of the sleeve surface.
The hose is directly connected to the tap and equipment. Adapters are used exclusively in situations with non-standard threads. As noted earlier, adapters are included in the basic package of the stove.
Before starting installation work, the gas supply must be shut off. To do this, turn the shut-off valve on the pipe all the way. All family members should know that work is underway to replace the stove in the apartment or house.
In the process of installing and connecting new equipment, it is necessary to use professional tools, special consumables, and components designed to interact with the gas system.
During the connection process, the pipes open, they must be immediately plugged with plugs. An ordinary wet rag can be used as a plug. Fabric that has absorbed water is characterized by excellent gas impermeability.
To temporarily close the 1/2" threaded connection pipe, use a stopper from a regular wine bottle. Cut it into a cone shape using sandpaper. Then the plug is screwed into the pipe as tightly as possible. If the plug gets stuck in the pipe hole, use a corkscrew to remove it.

When the work is completed, check the tightness of the connection.

What requirements must be met?

Although you cannot connect the stove yourself, it is the owner of the apartment who must prepare the place and ensure working conditions The most important stage is preparing the room and choosing a slab.

SNiP and fire safety requirements strictly regulate the installation process itself, the choice of device, and operating conditions.

Installation of the stove is allowed only in rooms with a ceiling height of at least 2.2 m. So you cannot install the stove in an extension to a summerhouse.
The room must have a window with an opening window or transom .
If there is no window, you need to install a hood of the required power . In this case, the hood must be vented only to the roof; the chimney must rise above its level by at least 52 cm. Exit through the wall is prohibited.
The power of the stove and the volume of the room are related . The minimum volume of a room where a two-burner stove can be installed is 8.2 m³. With 3 burners, the kitchen volume should exceed 12.2 m³, with 4 – 15–12 m³.
The room in a private house should have natural light .
With rare exceptions, the stove is placed near the wall . The distance from the device to the wall is at least 6.5 cm. The area around the stove must be finished with non-flammable materials: tiles, plaster, steel sheet.
Near the stove you need to provide a place for installing a gas meter .
A free space of at least 1.2 m must be maintained in front of the unit

If these norms and requirements are violated, the gas installer has the right to refuse installation of the device.

Where to go for help

You have purchased a model that is suitable for you, but you have absolutely no idea how it is connected. Where should I go to have my gas stove connected by professionals? There are several options, each of which you can use:

installation services are provided by stores selling gas equipment;
organizations that have permission to work with gas systems. Upon completion of installation, you will be issued a certificate confirming that the installation of the equipment was carried out in accordance with the standards;
calling a specialist from a specialized organization that controls the gas supply process to your home.

It is more rational to contact the specialized service. According to the law, employees of such organizations must record the changes and also make a corresponding note in the technical passport. The gas stove must be connected by a specialist who has permission to work in this area. Therefore, it is better to refuse the services of private contractors. They will not issue a certificate. Because of this, you may face a large fine in the future.

Replacing the faucet

When replacing a faucet, if you decide to change the stove in your apartment yourself, you will need to be quick and accurate, since gas will flow out of the pipe into the room when the old valve is unscrewed. In this situation, there is nothing to fear if you follow basic safety rules (no open fire in the room, wide open windows).

Before starting the faucet replacement procedure, you should prepare the following:

small piece of fabric. to make a temporary plug for a pipe out of it - before plugging the drop, it should be well moistened with water;
ball valve which will be installed instead of the old one, must be moved to the “closed” position and the handle removed from it (for ease of installation);

necessary wrenches and sealant for threaded connections.

Now you can start replacing the gas valve.

It is necessary to open the window or window as wide as possible to ensure good ventilation of the kitchen.
Unscrew the connected (old) faucet from the drop and quickly plug the pipe hole with a wet rag.
If there is old sealant left on the thread where the valve was installed, remove it and wind a new one.
Remove the “plug” from the rag and quickly screw the new valve onto the thread. Tighten the tap with a wrench using reasonable force.
To check how tight the connection is, use a soap solution. It should be applied to the joint. If you see inflating bubbles, this means that there is no tightness and there is a gas leak. In this case, you should unscrew the tap and apply a little more sealant, and then repeat the check.

What else should the owner know?

There are several important rules for installing and connecting a gas stove, which every homeowner without exception should become familiar with:

maintain the regulated distance between the slab and the wall. It is indicated in the accompanying documentation. Mostly the optimal distance is 7 centimeters;
When connecting hoses, pipes, and plates, do not use excessive force. Twisting will cause kinks;
the hose does not look the best, so it spoils the interior of the kitchen. It is prohibited to paint it; the best way out of the situation is to decorate it with self-adhesive film;
It is strictly forbidden to hide gas pipelines and hoses in all kinds of structures made of plasterboard and other materials. Easy access is a must. If you have any problems, be sure to contact the gas service.

Briefly about the main thing

The main task of the developer when independently connecting gas equipment is to obtain all the necessary permits. After all, the process of installing the unit and connecting it to the main line does not cause problems. Even a novice master can cope with the task.

The main thing during installation is to achieve a stable position of the slab with a perfectly flat working surface. And then ensure reliable tightness when connecting the nodes. If all the work is carried out carefully, then you can call a gas technician to check it without fear.

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Required permitting documents

To change equipment connected to the gas network, you must act in accordance with the procedure established by law:

Write a statement addressed to the head of the REU of Gorgaz with a corresponding request. A sample application can be obtained from the district office.
Gas service employees will determine the complexity and specifics of the work, and then issue an invoice that must be paid.
Upon completion of equipment installation, specialists will make an entry in the technical. passport.

Before writing an application, you will have to provide: an apartment passport and documents for a new gas stove. Upon completion of installation, you will be issued a service agreement.

Installation

It is best to install the panel by following the instructions. To complete the procedure, you will need to prepare a set of tools and perform several step-by-step steps.

Tools

The hob installation procedure requires the use of a set of basic tools. The presence of accessories is a prerequisite for installation.

Drill and electric jigsaw

The drill is used to drill a hole in the tabletop that will become the starting point for the cut. Using a fine-toothed jigsaw, cut out the space to accommodate the slab and grind the cut area.

Pliers

The need to use pliers arises when installing the lower part of the panel. The tool is used to tighten nuts and other fastening elements.

Voltage indicator

A portable voltage indicator is a device used to check the presence or absence of current. The pointer is equipped with a light element, which is activated when there is voltage in live parts.

Sealing tape

Using self-adhesive sealing tape, process the cut on the tabletop. A sealant can be used as an analogue of a seal. To reliably protect the tabletop from temperature changes, it is recommended to install aluminum tape as an addition.

Service cost

There is no clear tariff for installing a gas stove. The cost is calculated individually by specialists. Therefore, it is extremely problematic to say how much Mosgaz will charge you for installing new equipment. Pricing depends on the region and complexity of the work. On average, the cost varies in the range of 1000-3000 rubles. Payment will be charged to you only after the new stove is installed in the apartment.

Keep in mind that if you use the services of a store or a certified commercial organization, whose employees will install the stove taking into account all the standards, you will still have to call city gas workers. In this case, you will have to pay extra for their departure.

Can I install it myself?

According to the Decree of the Government of the Russian Federation dated May 14, 2013 N 410 “On measures to ensure safety when using and maintaining indoor and indoor gas equipment,” only certified specialists have the right to install and replace devices.

Therefore, know that if you connect the stove yourself, the gas workers will have questions for you during the inspection.

The contract specifies the name and number of the unit installed in each apartment. When checking the serviceability, which is carried out every six months, the employee records that the device was connected without authorization, and you may be fined. And this is even if you did everything correctly.

If a fire or explosion occurs due to improper installation, you will be required to pay for damages, and you will also incur criminal penalties.

This was done to ensure everyone’s safety: remember how many tragedies occur due to the fault of those who do not follow the rules for operating gas appliances.

By the way, all these requirements fully apply to devices connected to cylinders.

Possible problems

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The worst thing that can happen after the stove is installed incorrectly is a gas leak. The least problem is that it simply won't function properly. Also, the burners may not be located at the desired level, in which case it will be inconvenient to cook on the stove.

The last two difficulties are easily solved, but the first can lead to dire consequences. Thousands of people die every year due to gas leaks. That is why this process should be approached with maximum responsibility.