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Ron Lowe writes:
john royce wrote:


Presumably if the copper pipe connection is in the same location at the
back, installing a new hob is simply a question of reconnecting the copper
pipe and the electrics for the spark; would you say?


No, there's no guarantee the gas connection will be in exactly the same
position. In fact, I'd be surprised if it was. It may be reasonably
close, but almost certainly not close enough. You ( or another
'competent person' ) will almost certainly need to make minor
adjustments to the piping.

You need to check the instructions, to ensure it can be fitted
exactly where the old one was (clearance of overhead cupboards,
room size and ventilation, etc).

Also, the worktop cutout may not be the same (and you may need
to move it because of overhead cupboards).

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