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We need to disconnect my father's gas cooker to ensure he can't use it -
turn gas on and forget to light it scenario. Is it acceptable to simply disconnect the flexible hose? Is the fitting it connects to sufficiently gas tight over time? -- F (Beware of spam trap - remove the negative) |
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We need to disconnect my father's gas cooker to ensure he can't use it - turn gas on and forget to light it scenario. Is it acceptable to simply disconnect the flexible hose? Is the fitting it connects to sufficiently gas tight over time? If its the bayonet(push-fit) type? the valve will close and stay closed. If screw, this needs to be capped. -- Sir Benjamin Middlethwaite |
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If its the bayonet(push-fit) type? the valve will close and stay closed. If screw, this needs to be capped. If it is to remain disconnected then you should not rely on the bayonet fitting to remain gas tight - it ought to be capped. (even if disconnecting short term it is good plan to check it for gas soundness) -- Cheers, John. /================================================== ===============\ | Internode Ltd - http://www.internode.co.uk | |-----------------------------------------------------------------| | John Rumm - john(at)internode(dot)co(dot)uk | \================================================= ================/ |
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John Rumm wrote:
The3rd Earl Of Derby wrote: If its the bayonet(push-fit) type? the valve will close and stay closed. If screw, this needs to be capped. If it is to remain disconnected then you should not rely on the bayonet fitting to remain gas tight - it ought to be capped. Wouldn't you say that if that was the case then this is a faulty coupler? By the way where does one obtain a capping for bayonet coupler? (even if disconnecting short term it is good plan to check it for gas soundness) /================================================== ===============\ Internode Ltd - http://www.internode.co.uk | -----------------------------------------------------------------| John Rumm - john(at)internode(dot)co(dot)uk | \================================================= ================/ -- Sir Benjamin Middlethwaite |
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. uk... John Rumm wrote: The3rd Earl Of Derby wrote: If its the bayonet(push-fit) type? the valve will close and stay closed. If screw, this needs to be capped. If it is to remain disconnected then you should not rely on the bayonet fitting to remain gas tight - it ought to be capped. Wouldn't you say that if that was the case then this is a faulty coupler? By the way where does one obtain a capping for bayonet coupler? (even if disconnecting short term it is good plan to check it for gas soundness) /================================================== ===============\ Internode Ltd - http://www.internode.co.uk | -----------------------------------------------------------------| John Rumm - john(at)internode(dot)co(dot)uk | \================================================= ================/ -- Sir Benjamin Middlethwaite John is correct, a bayonet fitting should not be left unused and a 3/4" threaded cap screwed onto the backplate in its place. Angus |
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On Wed, 01 Feb 2006 00:02:49 +0000, F wrote:
|We need to disconnect my father's gas cooker to ensure he can't use it - |turn gas on and forget to light it scenario. | |Is it acceptable to simply disconnect the flexible hose? Is the fitting |it connects to sufficiently gas tight over time? Could you not replace the gas cooker with a new one with Flame Failure Devices fitted? I have them in the caravan and they seem very fool proof. -- Dave Fawthrop dave hyphenologist co uk Please quote, with quote character, previous post sniped to only the bit you are replying to. Threads often contain 100s of posts dozens layers deep. Other people use different newsreaders, they do not see or do what you see and do. |
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"Fentoozler" nospam@mapson wrote in message ... "The3rd Earl Of Derby" wrote in message . uk... John Rumm wrote: The3rd Earl Of Derby wrote: If its the bayonet(push-fit) type? the valve will close and stay closed. If screw, this needs to be capped. If it is to remain disconnected then you should not rely on the bayonet fitting to remain gas tight - it ought to be capped. Wouldn't you say that if that was the case then this is a faulty coupler? By the way where does one obtain a capping for bayonet coupler? (even if disconnecting short term it is good plan to check it for gas soundness) /================================================== ===============\ Internode Ltd - http://www.internode.co.uk | -----------------------------------------------------------------| John Rumm - john(at)internode(dot)co(dot)uk | \================================================= ================/ -- Sir Benjamin Middlethwaite John is correct, a bayonet fitting should not be left unused and a 3/4" threaded cap screwed onto the backplate in its place. Angus I'm trying to visualise a standard bayonet whch has a 3/4" connection. I only ever came acrosss 1/2". To the OP If its one of the mini bayonets IIRC a sealing cap is already available from BES |
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"Dave Fawthrop" wrote in message ... On Wed, 01 Feb 2006 00:02:49 +0000, F wrote: |We need to disconnect my father's gas cooker to ensure he can't use it - |turn gas on and forget to light it scenario. | |Is it acceptable to simply disconnect the flexible hose? Is the fitting |it connects to sufficiently gas tight over time? Could you not replace the gas cooker with a new one with Flame Failure Devices fitted? I have them in the caravan and they seem very fool proof. If he's forgetting to light the gas he's probably in danger of setting his sleeves etc on fire with a naked flame. An electric cooker might be a lot safer in the long run (or meals on wheels). |
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On 01/02/2006 10:09 John wrote:
An electric cooker might be a lot safer in the long run (or meals on wheels). Using a microwave now. Sadly, meals on wheels would be next. -- F (Beware of spam trap - remove the negative) |
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Thanks for the responses.
On 01/02/2006 10:09 John wrote: To the OP If its one of the mini bayonets IIRC a sealing cap is already available from BES If I get one, am I allowed to fit it? I'm not a corgi but we do have a cat! -- F (Beware of spam trap - remove the negative) |
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If I get one, am I allowed to fit it? I'm not a corgi but we do have a cat! To paraphrase Dirty Harry: "Ask yourself a question: do you feel competant punk?" Give it a test when done to make sure there are no leaks - a can of leak detection spray, or failing that, some soapy water (wash any soap residue off after) -- Cheers, John. /================================================== ===============\ | Internode Ltd - http://www.internode.co.uk | |-----------------------------------------------------------------| | John Rumm - john(at)internode(dot)co(dot)uk | \================================================= ================/ |
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"The3rd Earl Of Derby" wrote in message . uk... John Rumm wrote: The3rd Earl Of Derby wrote: If its the bayonet(push-fit) type? the valve will close and stay closed. If screw, this needs to be capped. If it is to remain disconnected then you should not rely on the bayonet fitting to remain gas tight - it ought to be capped. Wouldn't you say that if that was the case then this is a faulty coupler? By the way where does one obtain a capping for bayonet coupler? (even if disconnecting short term it is good plan to check it for gas soundness) /================================================== ===============\ Internode Ltd - http://www.internode.co.uk | -----------------------------------------------------------------| John Rumm - john(at)internode(dot)co(dot)uk | \================================================= ================/ -- Sir Benjamin Middlethwaite John is correct, a bayonet fitting should not be left unused and a 3/4" threaded cap screwed onto the backplate in its place. Angus Thread cap?mines just a bayonet fitting. -- Sir Benjamin Middlethwaite |
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"Fentoozler" nospam@mapson wrote in message ... "The3rd Earl Of Derby" wrote in message . uk... John Rumm wrote: The3rd Earl Of Derby wrote: If its the bayonet(push-fit) type? the valve will close and stay closed. If screw, this needs to be capped. If it is to remain disconnected then you should not rely on the bayonet fitting to remain gas tight - it ought to be capped. Wouldn't you say that if that was the case then this is a faulty coupler? By the way where does one obtain a capping for bayonet coupler? (even if disconnecting short term it is good plan to check it for gas soundness) /================================================== ===============\ Internode Ltd - http://www.internode.co.uk | -----------------------------------------------------------------| John Rumm - john(at)internode(dot)co(dot)uk | \================================================= ================/ -- Sir Benjamin Middlethwaite John is correct, a bayonet fitting should not be left unused and a 3/4" threaded cap screwed onto the backplate in its place. Angus I'm trying to visualise a standard bayonet whch has a 3/4" connection. I only ever came acrosss 1/2". To the OP If its one of the mini bayonets IIRC a sealing cap is already available from BES Are they on their site? -- Sir Benjamin Middlethwaite |
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"The3rd Earl Of Derby" wrote in message k... John wrote: "Fentoozler" nospam@mapson wrote in message ... "The3rd Earl Of Derby" wrote in message . uk... John Rumm wrote: The3rd Earl Of Derby wrote: If its the bayonet(push-fit) type? the valve will close and stay closed. If screw, this needs to be capped. If it is to remain disconnected then you should not rely on the bayonet fitting to remain gas tight - it ought to be capped. Wouldn't you say that if that was the case then this is a faulty coupler? By the way where does one obtain a capping for bayonet coupler? (even if disconnecting short term it is good plan to check it for gas soundness) /================================================== ===============\ Internode Ltd - http://www.internode.co.uk | -----------------------------------------------------------------| John Rumm - john(at)internode(dot)co(dot)uk | \================================================= ================/ -- Sir Benjamin Middlethwaite John is correct, a bayonet fitting should not be left unused and a 3/4" threaded cap screwed onto the backplate in its place. Angus I'm trying to visualise a standard bayonet whch has a 3/4" connection. I only ever came acrosss 1/2". To the OP If its one of the mini bayonets IIRC a sealing cap is already available from BES Are they on their site? -- Sir Benjamin Middlethwaite I think he means a 1/2" bsp male plug to screw into the backplate AFTER removal of the bayonet not a cap to go on the bayonet but please do correct me if i am wrong. |
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"The3rd Earl Of Derby" wrote in message k... John wrote: "Fentoozler" nospam@mapson wrote in message ... "The3rd Earl Of Derby" wrote in message . uk... John Rumm wrote: The3rd Earl Of Derby wrote: If its the bayonet(push-fit) type? the valve will close and stay closed. If screw, this needs to be capped. If it is to remain disconnected then you should not rely on the bayonet fitting to remain gas tight - it ought to be capped. Wouldn't you say that if that was the case then this is a faulty coupler? By the way where does one obtain a capping for bayonet coupler? (even if disconnecting short term it is good plan to check it for gas soundness) /================================================== ===============\ Internode Ltd - http://www.internode.co.uk | -----------------------------------------------------------------| John Rumm - john(at)internode(dot)co(dot)uk | \================================================= ================/ -- Sir Benjamin Middlethwaite John is correct, a bayonet fitting should not be left unused and a 3/4" threaded cap screwed onto the backplate in its place. Angus I'm trying to visualise a standard bayonet whch has a 3/4" connection. I only ever came acrosss 1/2". To the OP If its one of the mini bayonets IIRC a sealing cap is already available from BES Are they on their site? -- Sir Benjamin Middlethwaite I think he means a 1/2" bsp male plug to screw into the backplate AFTER removal of the bayonet not a cap to go on the bayonet but please do correct me if i am wrong. Backplate? I'm assuming we are talking the oven here? if so then you dont disconnect the pipe from oven, its disconnected via the wall valve coupler itself. -- Sir Benjamin Middlethwaite |
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"The3rd Earl Of Derby" wrote in message k... powerstation wrote: "The3rd Earl Of Derby" wrote in message k... John wrote: "Fentoozler" nospam@mapson wrote in message ... "The3rd Earl Of Derby" wrote in message . uk... John Rumm wrote: The3rd Earl Of Derby wrote: If its the bayonet(push-fit) type? the valve will close and stay closed. If screw, this needs to be capped. If it is to remain disconnected then you should not rely on the bayonet fitting to remain gas tight - it ought to be capped. Wouldn't you say that if that was the case then this is a faulty coupler? By the way where does one obtain a capping for bayonet coupler? (even if disconnecting short term it is good plan to check it for gas soundness) /================================================== ===============\ Internode Ltd - http://www.internode.co.uk | -----------------------------------------------------------------| John Rumm - john(at)internode(dot)co(dot)uk | \================================================= ================/ -- Sir Benjamin Middlethwaite John is correct, a bayonet fitting should not be left unused and a 3/4" threaded cap screwed onto the backplate in its place. Angus I'm trying to visualise a standard bayonet whch has a 3/4" connection. I only ever came acrosss 1/2". To the OP If its one of the mini bayonets IIRC a sealing cap is already available from BES Are they on their site? -- Sir Benjamin Middlethwaite I think he means a 1/2" bsp male plug to screw into the backplate AFTER removal of the bayonet not a cap to go on the bayonet but please do correct me if i am wrong. Backplate? I'm assuming we are talking the oven here? if so then you dont disconnect the pipe from oven, its disconnected via the wall valve coupler itself. nooooo the part the bayonet screws into on the wall is a wallplate or backplate fitting http://www.bes.ltd.uk/products/142b.asp |
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"The3rd Earl Of Derby" wrote in message k... powerstation wrote: "The3rd Earl Of Derby" wrote in message k... John wrote: "Fentoozler" nospam@mapson wrote in message ... "The3rd Earl Of Derby" wrote in message . uk... John Rumm wrote: The3rd Earl Of Derby wrote: If its the bayonet(push-fit) type? the valve will close and stay closed. If screw, this needs to be capped. If it is to remain disconnected then you should not rely on the bayonet fitting to remain gas tight - it ought to be capped. Wouldn't you say that if that was the case then this is a faulty coupler? By the way where does one obtain a capping for bayonet coupler? (even if disconnecting short term it is good plan to check it for gas soundness) /================================================== ===============\ Internode Ltd - http://www.internode.co.uk ----------------------------------------------------------------- | John Rumm - john(at)internode(dot)co(dot)uk | \================================================= ================/ -- Sir Benjamin Middlethwaite John is correct, a bayonet fitting should not be left unused and a 3/4" threaded cap screwed onto the backplate in its place. Angus I'm trying to visualise a standard bayonet whch has a 3/4" connection. I only ever came acrosss 1/2". To the OP If its one of the mini bayonets IIRC a sealing cap is already available from BES Are they on their site? -- Sir Benjamin Middlethwaite I think he means a 1/2" bsp male plug to screw into the backplate AFTER removal of the bayonet not a cap to go on the bayonet but please do correct me if i am wrong. Backplate? I'm assuming we are talking the oven here? if so then you dont disconnect the pipe from oven, its disconnected via the wall valve coupler itself. nooooo the part the bayonet screws into on the wall is a wallplate or backplate fitting http://www.bes.ltd.uk/products/142b.asp Sorry, most of the properties I've come across, the couplers have been free standing pipeing being secured via wall clamps. -- Sir Benjamin Middlethwaite |
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... "Fentoozler" nospam@mapson wrote in message ... "The3rd Earl Of Derby" wrote in message . uk... John Rumm wrote: The3rd Earl Of Derby wrote: If its the bayonet(push-fit) type? the valve will close and stay closed. If screw, this needs to be capped. If it is to remain disconnected then you should not rely on the bayonet fitting to remain gas tight - it ought to be capped. Wouldn't you say that if that was the case then this is a faulty coupler? By the way where does one obtain a capping for bayonet coupler? (even if disconnecting short term it is good plan to check it for gas soundness) /================================================== ===============\ Internode Ltd - http://www.internode.co.uk | -----------------------------------------------------------------| John Rumm - john(at)internode(dot)co(dot)uk | \================================================= ================/ -- Sir Benjamin Middlethwaite John is correct, a bayonet fitting should not be left unused and a 3/4" threaded cap screwed onto the backplate in its place. Angus I'm trying to visualise a standard bayonet whch has a 3/4" connection. I only ever came acrosss 1/2". To the OP If its one of the mini bayonets IIRC a sealing cap is already available from BES I did mean 1/2" - sorry (it was early)! Angus |
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On Wed, 01 Feb 2006 00:02:49 +0000, F
wrote: We need to disconnect my father's gas cooker to ensure he can't use it - turn gas on and forget to light it scenario. Is it acceptable to simply disconnect the flexible hose? Is the fitting it connects to sufficiently gas tight over time? Not always.. Remove antispam and add 670 after bra to email |
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... On 01/02/2006 10:09 John wrote: An electric cooker might be a lot safer in the long run (or meals on wheels). Using a microwave now. Sadly, meals on wheels would be next. -- F (Beware of spam trap - remove the negative) Good idea. You must harp on about -never- using metal-foil containers (Meals on Wheels often supply portions in these) nor leaving any steel cutlery inside. My own parents-in-law are both very elderly, yet can usefully cook with their 700W microwave oven. Jim |
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"powerstation" wrote in message ... "The3rd Earl Of Derby" wrote in message k... John wrote: "Fentoozler" nospam@mapson wrote in message ... "The3rd Earl Of Derby" wrote in message . uk... John Rumm wrote: The3rd Earl Of Derby wrote: If its the bayonet(push-fit) type? the valve will close and stay closed. If screw, this needs to be capped. If it is to remain disconnected then you should not rely on the bayonet fitting to remain gas tight - it ought to be capped. Wouldn't you say that if that was the case then this is a faulty coupler? By the way where does one obtain a capping for bayonet coupler? (even if disconnecting short term it is good plan to check it for gas soundness) /================================================== ===============\ Internode Ltd - http://www.internode.co.uk | -----------------------------------------------------------------| John Rumm - john(at)internode(dot)co(dot)uk | \================================================= ================/ -- Sir Benjamin Middlethwaite John is correct, a bayonet fitting should not be left unused and a 3/4" threaded cap screwed onto the backplate in its place. Angus I'm trying to visualise a standard bayonet whch has a 3/4" connection. I only ever came acrosss 1/2". To the OP If its one of the mini bayonets IIRC a sealing cap is already available from BES Are they on their site? -- Sir Benjamin Middlethwaite I think he means a 1/2" bsp male plug to screw into the backplate AFTER removal of the bayonet not a cap to go on the bayonet but please do correct me if i am wrong. Thats the way for the "female" bayonet which is commonest but there is a "male" bayonet somewhat smaller and the cap I meant is for that type. All that would be needed for this type is to put it on the projecting bayonet to close it off. A leak test would of course be advisable. For the old female type you are of course correct. |
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On Wed, 01 Feb 2006 10:09:44 +0000, John wrote:
"Fentoozler" nospam@mapson wrote in message ... "The3rd Earl Of Derby" wrote in message . uk... John Rumm wrote: The3rd Earl Of Derby wrote: If its the bayonet(push-fit) type? the valve will close and stay closed. If screw, this needs to be capped. If it is to remain disconnected then you should not rely on the bayonet fitting to remain gas tight - it ought to be capped. Wouldn't you say that if that was the case then this is a faulty coupler? By the way where does one obtain a capping for bayonet coupler? (even if disconnecting short term it is good plan to check it for gas soundness) /================================================== ===============\ Internode Ltd - http://www.internode.co.uk | -----------------------------------------------------------------| John Rumm - john(at)internode(dot)co(dot)uk | \================================================= ================/ -- Sir Benjamin Middlethwaite John is correct, a bayonet fitting should not be left unused and a 3/4" threaded cap screwed onto the backplate in its place. Angus I'm trying to visualise a standard bayonet whch has a 3/4" connection. I only ever came acrosss 1/2". .... and you'd need a plug not a cap after removing the fitting. -- Ed Sirett - Property maintainer and registered gas fitter. The FAQ for uk.diy is at http://www.diyfaq.org.uk Gas fitting FAQ http://www.makewrite.demon.co.uk/GasFitting.html Sealed CH FAQ http://www.makewrite.demon.co.uk/SealedCH.html Choosing a Boiler FAQ http://www.makewrite.demon.co.uk/BoilerChoice.html |
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On Wed, 01 Feb 2006 13:04:15 +0000, F wrote:
Thanks for the responses. On 01/02/2006 10:09 John wrote: To the OP If its one of the mini bayonets IIRC a sealing cap is already available from BES If I get one, am I allowed to fit it? I'm not a corgi but we do have a cat! Once you unscrew the fitting - that constitutes 'Gas Work' as far as the law goes. That means as we all know you have to be competent. Fortunately the work is not subject to building control (yet). 8-) -- Ed Sirett - Property maintainer and registered gas fitter. The FAQ for uk.diy is at http://www.diyfaq.org.uk Gas fitting FAQ http://www.makewrite.demon.co.uk/GasFitting.html Sealed CH FAQ http://www.makewrite.demon.co.uk/SealedCH.html Choosing a Boiler FAQ http://www.makewrite.demon.co.uk/BoilerChoice.html |
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Jim Gregory wrote: "F" wrote in message ... On 01/02/2006 10:09 John wrote: An electric cooker might be a lot safer in the long run (or meals on wheels). Using a microwave now. Sadly, meals on wheels would be next. -- F (Beware of spam trap - remove the negative) Good idea. You must harp on about -never- using metal-foil containers (Meals on Wheels often supply portions in these) They're fine so long as they don't have a foil lid on them. nor leaving any steel cutlery inside. And not putting a spoon into anything that you've just boiled in the microwave. MBQ |
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