It is unlikely that at least one modern person can imagine his life without a stove. But there are situations when gasification of the house is impractical or impossible. The reasons are different, but the result is the same: people have to use liquefied propane in cylinders. With self-equipping a point, many questions can arise, from choosing a location for the device to connecting to a power source. Mistakes and mistakes made during the installation and connection of the gas stove to the cylinder can lead to irreversible tragic consequences.

Important! Gas equipment that will be used for cooking must be in good condition.

Materials and tools necessary for work

When connecting a gas cylinder to the stove, you will need:

• 2 clamps;
• a fitting with a spout to attach a hose and an internal thread (must be included with a gas appliance);
• the stove is new or old, but in good condition;
• reducer with inlet pressure 30 mbar;
• gas cylinder made of metal-composite, polymer-composite or other special materials with a capacity of 5–50 l;
• rubber or rubber-polymer connecting hose that can maintain room temperature and does not heat up above 30 degrees;
• sealing tape;
• special gas key.

Important! To connect the gas model of the stove, you must use only keys with a brass or copper coating, which, upon impact, will not knock out a spark.

Jets for bottled gas

• . It is purchased at specialized points of sale, it must be designed specifically for gas. Its length must exceed the distance between the connected equipment by 150 cm, since it must not be used in a taut state.

Important! Do not use old hoses, as the integrity of their inner surface may be compromised.

Choosing a place to install the cylinder

Before connecting the gas stove to the cylinder, you need to choose the place where the devices will be installed, since the distance between them must be at least 100 cm. The safety instructions prescribe to have a window in the room with connected gas equipment.

When using a shielded cylinder, the distance between it and the stove can be reduced to 50 cm.

• If the gas container will be in the same room as the kitchen appliance, it is advisable to place it in a metal cabinet or make a wooden mount.
• The cylinder can be in the pantry, located behind the wall of the kitchen. In this case, you will need to make a hole for the hose.
• The best option in terms of security is to install the cylinder in a special metal box located on the street and locked with a padlock.

Important! You can place a balloon in an apartment only if the building has no more than 2 floors.

The device of a soft roof with the help of adhesive compositions is an unproductive occupation, especially if the coverage area is more than 100 m 2. Some types of coatings, for example, from oxidized bitumen on a glass polymer basis, are generally difficult to glue, and the strength of the seam is very low. At the same time, there is an alternative - melting a soft roof with a jet of an open flame. The method is effective and versatile, but its implementation requires a special gas burner for roofing.

Classification of gas burners

Burners can be not only gas, but also liquid. In the latter case, they run on diesel fuel, but they are less common, since their effectiveness is manifested only at low outside temperatures of + 10 ... + 15ºС.

This type of burner is distinguished by the following features:

1. According to the type of combustible mixture used. In addition to the liquid and gas mentioned above, combined structures are also used, when air or oxygen is supplied to the working area simultaneously with combustible gas (propane and, much less often, acetylene).
2. By the number of working nozzles. Gas burners for roofing can have from 1 to 4 nozzles. In the latter case, the technological capabilities of the device are expanded (for example, the width of the roll material), but at the same time, the consumption of combustible gas increases.
3. By the presence or absence of a gearbox. Gearless burners, although structurally simpler, do not have the function of regulating the gas flow, which is inconvenient in the practice of their application.
4. According to the method of igniting the gas jet. Modern designs of the devices under consideration have a piezo ignition unit, which is much more functional than using matches or a lighter for the same purposes.
5. According to the design of the gas supply tube. It can be straight or bent at an angle, normal and shortened length.

Such burners work from cylinders. A reducer or other gas distribution device is installed on the cylinder. For propane cylinders, with a small amount of work, they can be installed on the roof, in other cases, hoses are used, the length of which should not exceed 12 ... 15 m.

Most propane roof torch designs can be used for other purposes as well, such as removing old paint (successful replacement of a blowtorch), heating copper or brass pipes before welding them, heating cooled bitumen, etc.

Being devices that use combustible and explosive mixtures, industrial versions of gas burners are manufactured according to the technical requirements of GOST 17356-89. The following performance indicators are normalized by the standard:

• One hundred percent tightness of the shut-off organs that control the gas supply;
• Smooth supply of propane;
• The presence of anti-wind protection against spontaneous blowing;
• Reliable shutdown of the device and response time;
• Limits of thermal power regulation.

Design

Gas burner units for roofing work are considered on the example of a combined gas-air burner with air suction from the environment. The device of such a device includes:

1. A chamber for fuel preheating, in which an electric heating element with a current regulator is hermetically mounted. The unit is completed optionally, if the majority of roofing operations will be carried out at low ambient temperatures.
2. Housing made of heat-resistant steel, in which the propane jet is mixed with air.
3. Nozzle, connected to the body by means of a union nut, which has a reliable seal.
4. A control valve that continuously monitors the current propane pressure entering the burner mixer. During long breaks in operation, the gas supply is switched off.
5. An extension tube into which the ignited mixture enters from a flow divider mounted immediately behind the nozzle.
6. A mouthpiece, the shape of which determines the width of the combustible mixture exiting the burner nozzle. The mouthpiece also provides wind protection for the jet.
7. A valve that controls the supply of the gas-air mixture and the length of the flame.
8. Handles made of heat-resistant plastic.

In addition, a gas burner for roofing may include a replaceable injector, a set of paronite gaskets and a connecting clamp for a cylinder. Most of the designs of these units are calculated for propane cylinders (steel welded, with a capacity of 50 liters in accordance with GOST 15860-84). To operate such burners, you will also need a single-stage balloon reducer (for example,) and a first-class combined rubber hose according to GOST 9356-75 with a diameter of 9 mm, with a thread braid.

The operation of the roof burner is carried out in the following sequence. Before starting, the tightness of the seals is checked, for which air is passed through the burner. If necessary, the sealing rings are replaced, seated on the sealant, and used no earlier than a day later.

When the propane burner is turned on, the air supply valve is first opened, then the gas supply valve, and then the air-gas mixture is ignited with a lighter, match or piezo ignition system. By moving the divider, the required length of the torch is adjusted, and with the help of the mouthpiece, the width. If required, an adapter in the form of a bell with several working nozzles is installed on the mouthpiece. The device is turned off in the reverse order.

Choosing a torch for roofing

The main operational characteristics of gas burners for roofing are:

1. Propane consumption, kg/h.
2. Thermal power of the burner, kW.
3. Torch length adjustment limits, mm.
4. The greatest width of heating roofing material or other material used for laying a soft roof.
5. Nominal surface heating temperature, ºС.
6. Specific fuel consumption per unit of covered surface, kg/m 2 .
7. Burner weight, kg.

The parameters are selected for reasons of ease of use. For example, with a burner that has a mass of more than 1.5 ... 2 kg, it is simply inconvenient to work for a long time. In the same way, they are determined with the length of the torch. Usually this parameter is taken within 300 ... 900 mm, and in the latter case, the burner can be operated while standing.

A number of characteristics depend on the heat capacity of the material of the soft roof. In particular, temperatures of 160 ... 180ºС are needed for the readiness of roofing material, and 300 ... 350ºС for welded materials.

For the performance of the process, the relationship between the thermal power of the burner W (indicated in the product passport) and the gas consumption V (the parameter is important for propane cylinders) is important. To calculate, you can use the dependence

V = W/Qnη, where:

Q \u003d 12.88 kWh / kg - the calorific value of propane;

n is the number of nozzles / sockets through which the burning gas-air mixture is directed to the heated (or melted) roofing material;

η = 0.8 ... 0.91 - efficiency of the heating process (with an increase in the number of nozzles, the efficiency decreases).

The most popular models of gas burners for roofing are:

• GV-850. It has a regulating valve for gas supply, the length of the torch is easily controlled using a lever. The power of the burner allows it to be effectively used also for heating metal-plastic pipes and for preparing copper alloys for welding or soldering. Price - 1700 ... 2200 rubles;

• GGS-1-1.7. It is popular because of the achieved high heating temperatures, simplicity and reliability of the design. Price - 2000 ... 2200 rubles. A variant of the same device, but with 4 sockets and a roller, will cost 12,000 ... 12,500 rubles;

• GGS-1-1.0. The most compact of the domestically produced burners, allows you to work in confined spaces using a 5-liter cylinder. Price - 1300 ... 1500 rubles;

• GV-250U. Differs in simplicity and reliability of a design, has the built-in device for compulsory suction of air. Price - 1100 ... 1200 rubles;

• Kemper-1200 (Italy). The kit includes several nozzles with different slot widths, the ability to work with propane cylinders with a capacity of up to 100 liters, and an ergonomic handle shape. Price - 4400 ... 4700 rubles.

A few words about the possibility and feasibility of making the considered burners with your own hands. Due to the need for very careful sealing of all joints, as well as the high precision of manufacturing all parts, it is difficult to make such a device on your own. A particularly important area of ​​work is the manufacture of the supply and mixing unit. Something can be borrowed from a welding gas torch, and a handle, extension cord and hose can be selected according to the recommendations of specialists.

The use of bottled gas requires a thorough approach to ensure safety and ease of use. We propose to consider the simplest example of connecting a propane cylinder to a gas stove: a connection diagram, shut-off and control valves, organization of storage conditions.

Where to install the balloon

The main generalized requirement for the use of gas-cylinder equipment can be called ensuring the safety of people. For this reason, gas cylinders are not recommended to be installed in habitable rooms and technical rooms connected to a residential building directly or through ventilation.

A distinctive feature of propane gas is its high density. Bottled gas is heavier than air and can accumulate in the lower floors of buildings. Therefore, it is strictly not allowed to install cylinders in the underground or technical rooms below ground level. If in the usual case small leaks do not pose a danger due to constant air exchange, then in the lowlands the gas can accumulate for a long time to explosive concentrations. It is possible to install gas cylinders in accordance with SNIP 42-01-2002 only inside buildings no higher than 2 floors, in the amount of no more than one and at a distance of 0.5 m from gas stoves and 1 m from heating appliances.

To make the installation safer and exclude unauthorized persons from accessing the gas equipment, the cylinders are placed either in a room with a separate entrance or in an outdoor metal cabinet. It is especially important for outdoor installations to take into account the temperature regime of operation. Bottled gas is a mixture of propane and butane, each with a different boiling point. When the cylinder is cooled below 0 ° C, only propane will evaporate from the mixture, while the remaining butane in the cylinder cannot be rationally used. At lower temperatures, it is possible to completely stop the flow of gas to the stove.

The main way to achieve normal operation at low temperatures is the use of so-called winter gas mixtures that can evaporate at temperatures down to -40 ° C. However, the problem is that such gas may be in short supply seasonally, and besides, the possibility of refueling a mixture of mediocre quality cannot be ruled out. There are two ways to solve the issue with the guarantee: either insulate the attached metal cabinet, counting on the penetration of heat from the building, or additionally heat the cylinders with self-regulating cable.

The height of the cabinet should be at least 20-30 cm higher than the height of the cylinders so that they are not installed on the floor, but with a gap, for example, on two metal rails or a high pallet. In this case, the cabinet must be protected from the penetration of melt, rain water and heating from sunlight above 40 ° C.

Which gearbox to choose

Gas stoves have built-in jets designed for a constant gas pressure, while the pressure in the cylinder decreases with consumption. To normalize combustion, the cylinder is connected to the stove not directly, but through a gearbox. Reducers for liquefied domestic gas are called propane and, as a rule, have a red or metallic body color.

The main characteristics of the reducer - outlet pressure and throughput - must be selected for the parameters of a single plate. If it is not possible to set the passport pressure value, you should purchase an adjustable type reducer and manually adjust it. Also, adjustable reducers are directly shown when using cylinders with a capacity of 20 liters or more, where the pressure drop is more pronounced.

For domestic use of propane, reverse gears are recommended. Due to the low pressure values ​​​​of liquefied gas and the low difference between the inlet and outlet, the use of multistage gearboxes is not economically justified. The only requirement is to use the reducers specified in their technical standard in conjunction with composite cylinders.

A separate nuance in the choice of the gearbox may be the temperature regime of operation of the cylinders. The fact is that during the evaporation of liquid gas, an intensive decrease in its temperature is observed. So, if initially the propane-butane mixture is at a temperature of -5 ... -10 ° C, in the gearbox itself its temperature can drop to the level of condensation, due to which the gas becomes liquid again, and the gearbox stops working. One way out of such a specific situation is to use gearboxes with a built-in heating system.

What hoses and tubes to use for connections

According to the rules of safe operation gas equipment, for laying gas pipelines it is not allowed to use oxygen and hydraulic hoses. This is due to the high temperature difference between the transported gas and the environment, which leads to accelerated degradation of the hose material and the appearance of microscopic leaks. With the properties of liquefied gas to accumulate in rooms, such phenomena pose an increased danger.

There are three options for connecting a gas cylinder to a stove. The first is to use special flexible rubber hoses for flammable hydrocarbons. In this case, they are connected to the gearbox through a standard fitting with a screw clamp. The same fitting is installed on the inlet pipe of the gas stove, the hose is also connected to it with a clamp. If it is necessary to connect two pieces of hose, it is not allowed to use double-sided fittings, instead of them, threaded connectors with double crimping of the shank with clamps should be used. A distinctive feature of such connections for gas pipelines is the conical thread and the absence of elastic seals.

Connecting the plate to the cylinder using flexible hoses has a number of limitations. The length of the hose must not exceed 150 cm, its gasket must remain visible to constantly monitor the condition of the sheath and avoid damage. Some of the restrictions can be partially circumvented by using metal bellows hoses. They form a semi-rigid frame, which can have an almost unlimited length, while maintaining resistance to temperature effects and mechanical damage.

At the same time, safety rules prohibit the passage of flexible and semi-flexible ducts through walls where their condition cannot be visually assessed. If it is necessary to connect the stove with a cylinder installed on the street, a steel pipe case should be embedded in the cement mortar in the hole in the wall. Inside the case is a steel tube of smaller diameter with threads at both ends, the space between the walls is filled with a plastic sealant, such as mounting foam or silicone. The connection of bellows or flexible hoses must only be carried out through threaded adapters of the appropriate type.

Cranes and other fittings

A gas cock must be installed at the point where the gas pipeline is connected to the stove, blocking the gas supply in the event of a stove failure. It can be either a ball valve with a yellow handwheel or a plug gas valve. The disadvantage of the latter is the need for periodic maintenance.

Another useful addition to the gas pipeline can be a flow meter. Its inclusion in the transportation chain will help to respond in a timely manner to the exhaustion of the mixture in the cylinder and replace it. The metering device should not have the outstanding accuracy required to control gas consumption in main networks, a device worth up to 2 thousand rubles will be enough.

When connecting several cylinders at the same time, a connecting ramp can be used. Its installation helps to reduce the rate of gas evaporation from each cylinder and make the risk of freezing of the mixture in the reducer less likely. The installation of the ramp can be done independently with any material for the manufacture of the gas pipeline.

Refinement of the stove for bottled gas

Not every stove can initially run on liquefied gas. The main obstacle is the higher working pressure, due to which there is a lack of oxygen in the burners, which is expressed in the yellow color of combustion and the appearance of soot.

You can correct the situation by jet replacement for methane on nozzles for LPG. They have exactly the same form factor, but the hole diameter is slightly smaller. If you plan to connect a new stove, it should most likely come with a set of jets for liquefied gas. If replacement jets are not available, they can be purchased at a reasonable price.

The diameter of the holes in the jets for liquefied gas depends on the pressure in the outgoing chamber of the reducer and the power of the burner. Thus, diameters of 0.43-0.6 mm for a pressure of 50 mbar and 0.5-0.75 for a pressure of 30 mbar are considered standard values ​​​​for liquefied gas stoves. Individual slab manufacturers may set their own diameters and the use of nozzles with different orifice diameters may void the warranty.

Replacing jets can be done in two ways, depending on the design of the plate. In the simplest version, it is enough to remove the burner body and look inside the seat sleeve. If a jet is visible at the bottom - a hex head with a hole in the center - it is unscrewed with a socket wrench by 7 or 8 mm and the nozzle is screwed in for replacement. If a cone with a hole is visible inside, you will have to remove the top panel by unscrewing several bolts on the sides from different sides. The jet itself in this version of the design does not get out, it is pressed into the stuffing box seals. It is necessary to unclench the mustache of the compression coupling, move the nozzle down along with the inlet pipe, and then pull the jet from the landing fitting and install a new one.

Commissioning of the plant

The entire installation of the gas pipeline is carried out without connecting it to the cylinder. When the tubes or hoses are connected to the plate and interconnected, the reducer nut is screwed onto the cylinder valve and tightened. Then, if a flexible hose is used, it is put on the fitting and crimped with a clamp. If bellows tubes are selected, the nipple must be unscrewed from the gearbox housing and screwed into it with a threaded adapter of the appropriate size.

When the unit is assembled, you need to open the valve on the cylinder and, by turning the reducer regulator, set the required outlet pressure. When the gas has entered the pipe and hose system, each connection is thickly coated with soapy foam and checked for leaks. After the integrity of the gas pipeline is confirmed, you can open the stove tap and try to sequentially ignite the burners.

If each of them smokes or the flame burns in a color other than blue or greenish, it is necessary to reduce the pressure with a valve on the reducer. If the malfunction is typical only for some burners, then the jets for them are selected incorrectly. If the burner goes out in the minimum fire position, adjust the low flow screw on the stove tap or try to slightly increase the pressure with the reducer screw.

The absence of a gas pipe in a private house has become a headache for the inhabitants of Russia. Many settlements are still not supplied with gas. And the supply of a pipe to the site on which the residential building is located costs from 150 to 300 thousand rubles. This amount is not affordable for everyone. Installing a gas cylinder will help solve the problem. Despite the fact that its refueling and replacement require attention and caution, this business is available to everyone.

Gas cylinder to the country: advantages and disadvantages

When a person enters a private house that is not connected to a gas pipeline, he is faced with a choice: use an electric stove, or is it possible to connect a gas stove to a cylinder? Both solutions have both advantages and disadvantages. The benefits are as follows:

1. The gas burner heats up much faster. Cooking times are shorter, which means you have more free time.
2. The cost of refueling is lower than the price of electricity. The exception is the use of electricity at a reduced rate. For example, for villagers. There is also a discount on utility bills for the poor.
3. In some regions, the rate of electricity consumption per person is limited to 50 kW per month. When the limit is reached, the price increases significantly.

The disadvantages include:

1. Fare. Gas stations are less common than petrol stations.
2. The inability to accurately determine how much fuel was filled into the cylinder.
3. Installing a gas stove in a room that is not equipped with ventilation is prohibited.

Where to place

First you need to decide on the location of the tank. If you connect a gas cylinder to the stove in the country, you can put it in the kitchen near the stove. However, in a house for permanent residence, it is better to place it in a separate room or on the street in a metal cabinet. It's more secure.

If the gas is stored at temperatures below 0 °C, then the propane-butane mixture must be winterized, otherwise it will not be fully consumed. Another advantage of installing cylinders on the street will be the absence of gas in residential premises (with a possible leak).

Also, they are not allowed to be installed in an unventilated room and below ground level (for example, in a basement or cellar). Propane is heavier than air, so it will accumulate in the event of a leak. At a ratio of 2.3 to 9.5% to air, propane forms an explosive mixture. The distance from the gas cylinder to the stove should not be less than 1 m. And also not less than 1 meter to the heaters.

Installation scheme

A different scheme is used to connect a capital building and a country cottage. cylinder to the stove in a residential building? In this case, it is more rational to have a stock of several cylinders stored in a steel cabinet. It is installed on a concrete foundation with a base height of 0.25 m above ground level. The distance from the cabinet to the wall of the building should be 0.45 m, from the plate to the passage of the pipe through the wall - at least 0.2 m.

Do not place cabinets with cylinders from the side of the facade of the building, as well as from the side of traffic lanes.

Summer kitchen gas supply

To connect a gas cylinder to a stove in the country, the following scheme is used:

All detachable connections must be in the area of ​​​​accessibility to monitor their condition and check for leaks. Spare cylinders must not be kept indoors, even for a short period of time. According to safety regulations, they should not block escape routes.

What are

There are several standard container sizes for gas delivery. For frequent use, it is better to choose a large tank. Whereas a gas cylinder to the country house can be taken in a smaller size. It is more convenient to transport and it is easier for him to find a place in a limited space. Cylinders have the following characteristics:

It should be noted that the volume of propane being poured is less than the volume of the tank itself. This is due to the safety of the gas cylinder. Gas filled in winter expands significantly in a warm room and can burst the cylinder if filled in excess.

Handling rules

To protect yourself from the consequences associated with damage to the cylinder, you must learn the rules of operation:

1. Conduct scheduled audits. This includes a pressure leak test and maintenance of the valve. After that, a brand is stamped on the upper skirt of the gas cylinder indicating the date of verification and the expiration date of the certification. In addition, gas stations refuse to fill containers that have not passed the test.
2. Individuals are prohibited from transporting more than 5 cylinders at a time.
3. If defects in the body, leakage through the valve are found, the container must be sent for repair and maintenance.
4. Do not overheat in direct sunlight.
5. When transporting, close the valve with a protective cap.
6. Do not bleed the gas from the tank to the end. This can sometimes lead to air being sucked in and an explosive mixture to form.

The working gas pressure is 1.6 MPa. When periodically testing the capacity, the pressure is raised to 3 MPa. For safe operation, the proportion of propane in the propane-butane mixture must be at least 60%

Difference in slabs

Cooking stoves sold in stores use natural gas - methane - for combustion. The nozzle, which is located inside the burner, is designed to work on this type of fuel. If such a stove is properly connected to a gas cylinder, as many try to do, it will work inefficiently. The flame will not create the desired temperature and will smoke. This is because the propane-butane mixture is in a liquefied state, while methane is in a gaseous state under pressure. There is more liquefied gas per unit time, so the jets must be smaller. Therefore, before connecting the gas cylinder to the stove, the jets should be replaced. They come with a plate.

To change them, you need to remove the top surface of the kitchen appliance. To do this, remove the burners. Then press the side locks and remove the top cover of the stove.

Changing the nozzle in the oven is also not difficult. To do this, remove the back wall of the oven, after which access to the inside of the oven will open. The jet is connected to a gas supply tube, which is fixed with a metal bracket on the body. There is a rubber gasket between the tube and the jet, which must be installed when replacing the jet. It is very small and can be overlooked. It must be removed carefully so as not to damage it.

How long will one bottle last?

A 50 liter container is enough for several months of regular use. Cooking for a family of 3-4 will use up gas for 3 months. If you regularly close the gas valve, the cylinder will last for a longer period. It is difficult to determine how much gas was filled during refueling. Even a pressure gauge connected to the cylinder will only show the pressure. You can accurately determine the amount if you weigh the container before and after refueling. Knowing the density of liquefied gas, you can understand how much was filled. To avoid fraud associated with underfilling, you need to refuel at proven gas stations that have meters.

Camping gas stoves

Fans of long-distance travel often take tourist stoves with them, on which you can quickly cook or heat up food. These are miniature devices weighing no more than 2.5 kg, which fit easily into a backpack or bag. The power of the burners of these devices is comparable to the power of the burners of household stoves - about 2.5 kW.

Their difference lies not only in their low weight, but also in the fact that gas is used for work in aerosol cans, which weigh from 200 to 500 g. Tourist stoves are equipped with burner wind protection. Expensive models have closed ceramic burners that protect a person from burns and protect the fire from bad weather.

How to connect a camping gas stove to a cylinder? The portable device has an adapter with a lock. It is necessary to carefully insert the nozzle of the can into this adapter, slightly press on it and, aligning the grooves, turn it. When pressed, a slight hiss will be heard, indicating that the valve has opened and gas enters the device. After fixing the can, you need to listen carefully. If the hissing does not stop, then there is some kind of skew in the installation. You need to disconnect and do the operation again.

How to connect large format gas cylinders to a portable stove? To do this, some devices come with a propane hose and a miniature gearbox. A 5 liter bottle does not take up much space, you can take it with you on a car trip.

Two in one

In order to reduce the number of calls to gas stations and reduce transportation costs for gas delivery, several cylinders can be connected into a single system. Such a bundle is called a ramp. How to connect two gas cylinders to the stove? To do this, you need to add several devices to the connection diagram:

In this way, you can connect as many balloons as you like. Also, such schemes are used for heating houses.

How to connect the balloon to the stove with your own hands

For self-connection, you need to choose the right gas fittings:

1. Hoses. They must be designed for propane mixture and withstand working pressure. They should be checked for cracks. If the cylinder is installed outdoors, it is more expedient to run a pipe from the gas source into the room.
2. Gas reducer for propane for domestic use. It differs from the industrial one in a narrow pressure adjustment range, the absence of a pressure gauge and a low price. Its throughput is 1.2 cubic meters. m/hour. On the one hand, it has a nut for connecting to a cylinder, on the other, a fitting for a hose.
3. Clamps for fixing hoses on the fitting.

In addition, you will need a gas wrench and a screwdriver to tighten the clamps. When changing cylinders, it is imperative to monitor the condition of the gasket under the gearbox nut. Its failure will lead to excessive fuel consumption. As a gasket, you can install the upper part of the plastic bottle cap by making a hole in the center and cutting it to the desired diameter.

How to avoid accidents

The use of gas equipment is classified as a hazardous activity. To prevent trouble, you must follow a few rules:

1. Do not leave the burners switched on for a long time unattended, especially at night.
2. Do not place pans on burners without grates.
3. Do not bring fully filled cylinders from the cold into a warm room. Expanded gas can rupture the balloon.
4. Do not illuminate the meter when checking with a lit match.
5. Do not tie ropes to the drying pipes.
6. Do not allow young children to turn the stove on and off.

After the gas cylinder is connected to the stove, it is necessary to check the system for leaks. Connections can leak gas. To make sure that it is working properly, it is necessary to treat the hose connections with the valve, reducer, plate fitting with a soapy solution. If bubbles appear, the leak must be repaired.

The connection of the cylinder with the reducer must be checked after each refueling. Over time, non-volatile residues accumulate inside the tank, and the useful volume of the tank decreases. Therefore, periodically the condensate must be drained. Fittings and nuts must be brass or bronze. Unlike steel, they do not spark when accidentally struck.

The union nut on the propane reducer has a left-hand thread. This must be taken into account and unscrew it clockwise. Otherwise, the thread may be stripped.