Choosing a hose to connect the gas stove

In the last century connection of gas stoves was carried out only by laying steel pipesthat fully complied with the current rules for the installation and operation of gas equipment. The plate was installed rigidly - it was already impossible to move it. With the advent of imported household appliances and accessories accompanying it, in specialized stores selling gas stoves began to appear flexible productswhich were a wonder for our consumer. But over time, a hose for connecting a gas stove appeared in almost every home and became an alternative to steel pipes due to clear advantages and convenient use.

Varieties of gas hoses

Today, gas stoves are connected not only by state services, but also service centers for serving the population, and even shops selling this equipment.This became possible after the release of regulatory documents authorizing the operation of such an accessory as a hose for a gas stove. The industry produces many varieties of similar products that can be used when connecting a gas stove.

1. Sleeve of rubber with fabric braid - this is the most flexible flexible hose, it is soft and does not allow electrical discharges. Its installation is simple, the cost is low, you can find samples on sale, the diameter and length of which will satisfy even the most fastidious user. There is only one drawback - low rigidity, but the life of these hoses is up to 10 years.
   

2. Sleeve made of durable rubber with metal braid - similar hoses are used to supply water to the taps, but the inside of them is made of polymers. What are the visual differences between them? A yellow color is woven into the braid of gas products or a similarly colored label is present, while for water-based products, red and blue threads are woven. The product is made of vulcanized rubber with the addition of a special thread inside for reinforcement.The cost is very affordable, simple installation, the length is different, can work at temperatures not higher than +50 ^aboutC.
   

3. Bellows hose - This is the name given to this product by specialists because of the corrugated shell, which protects the inner sleeve from mechanical damage. This product is considered the most reliable of all hoses used to connect household appliances to the gas pipeline - plates, speakers or individual heating boiler. The service life is up to 25 years, in the store, you can choose which sample you need, depending on the location of the connected object. It costs more than other products, because the braid is made of corrugated metal, the price is also affected by the length, which has many variations.
   

Attention! Any user can replace the hose, but connecting the stove to the gas pipeline is a very responsible process, in the event of a leak and a fire occurs, the consequences will be very dire. Entrust this business to professionals.

Advantages of bellows hose

1. This product bends very easily, but at the same time can withstand up to 6 atmospheres, can function at temperatures from -50 to +200 ^aboutC.
2. The outer sheath is made of stainless metalthat complies with all standards of GOST, as well as technical requirements for operation in everyday life.
3. The insulating layer of polymers ensures reliable protection against any mechanical impact and high frequency currents (there are household appliances in the kitchen, such as microwaves).
4. The strength of the hose ensures the integrity of the connection in various extreme situations, for example, in the event of an earthquake.
5. Impressive duration of operation - about 30 years from the date of installation.
6. Resistance from exposure to electric current - up to 1.5 kW.

With all its positive qualities, there is only one negative point - this is the cost, which is five times higher than any other similar product.. Bellows hoses with polymer coating are resistant to the effects of various acids contained in chemicals used by housewives for cleaning and disinfecting the kitchen. Experts assure that such products can work in almost any conditions - similar coatings are used in production where serious measures are needed to protect against an aggressive environment.

If you have an electric ignition cooker installed, then special connections must be made between the gas supply valve and the bellows product to ensure reliable insulation.

How to choose a hose

When buying any hose that is used to connect the stove with a gas pipeline, you should follow the recommendations of specialists.

1. Purchasing products is necessary in special storeswho trade certified products.
2. In no case can not buy Chinese products - even with a certificate of validity, it does not meet safety requirements, because the hoses are made of thinner rubber, which wears out very quickly. Fakes are very difficult to distinguish visually.
3. A gas hose of any kind should have a yellow mark, meaning that it is intended for a gas connection, and not for water, where the marks are red and blue.
   

4. Products have a length of from 1.5 to 4.5 m, different diameter and thread on the tips in half and three-quarters of an inch. At both ends, only nuts or nuts and fittings can be installed - this depends on where the type will be used.

When buying, check the hose visually for mechanical damage, scratches, cracks, even if the seller is against it.

Safety regulations

Many users are not at all competent in these issues, so our duty is to remind them of the security postulates:

• the hose must always be accessible and visible - it must not be covered with foreign objects;
• besides it, only the wire for lighting in the oven must be supplied to the stove;
• it is impossible to apply a paint and varnish covering on its surface;
• the connected hose must hang loose, and not to be in a tense position - this can serve to break it;

• When buying and installing this product, calculate in advance how far you will move the stove during the general cleaning or during the relocation of furniture in the kitchen, given that its maximum length is no more than 4.5 meters;
• do not bend or twist the product;
• it is better to replace the hose a little earlier than the deadline for its operation, without waiting for a gas leak with negative consequences.

When repairing a gas pipeline using welding, the product must be turned off, and the plate must be pushed to the maximum distance, closing its back part with a piece of durable fabric to protect against sparks. The more carefully you exploit the hose, the more security will be observed in your kitchen. Detailed rules for the operation of gas stoves set out here. To consolidate the above, watch this video: