Deenem
20-02-2008, 09:47 AM
This weekend I went ahead and installed my gas hob.
Some advice for those thinking of doing the same thing.
I bought the Defy 3 gas/1 electric hob, I think the model number is DHG100, was R1999, but with increased demand it should come down.
Got two 9Kg gas cylinders from HyperMarket, R379 each.
I went to the local gas shop to get them to come install it and the guy basically laughed and said maybe he'd a have a few minutes available in a few months time (they're all very busy now).
Nevertheless, he did help me with some useful advice which helped me install it myself.
Firstly, if your cylinder is under 14Kg's it doesn't have to be kept outside (I didn't know this), if it's less than 14Kg's you can keep it inside (mines under the sink) and you can connect it with a rubber hose. If it's > 14kg's it has to be outside and you have to use copper piping through the wall (so you're going to have to get an installer, unless you know how to solder copper piping)
Second, you'll need a regulator attached to the cylinder (he sold me one for R97), a length of rubber piping (R10/m) and some clamps for either end. Use hot water to soften the end of the pipe when you're attaching it and then clamp it well. Brush soapy water over the connections to check for any leaks.
And that's it! very easy installation.
BTW, it is apparently illegal to install this yourself, but I'd like to see someone come after me for doing this in the current circumstances.
P.S. 9Kg's of gas = R170, here's hoping those subsidies kick in soon.
Some advice for those thinking of doing the same thing.
I bought the Defy 3 gas/1 electric hob, I think the model number is DHG100, was R1999, but with increased demand it should come down.
Got two 9Kg gas cylinders from HyperMarket, R379 each.
I went to the local gas shop to get them to come install it and the guy basically laughed and said maybe he'd a have a few minutes available in a few months time (they're all very busy now).
Nevertheless, he did help me with some useful advice which helped me install it myself.
Firstly, if your cylinder is under 14Kg's it doesn't have to be kept outside (I didn't know this), if it's less than 14Kg's you can keep it inside (mines under the sink) and you can connect it with a rubber hose. If it's > 14kg's it has to be outside and you have to use copper piping through the wall (so you're going to have to get an installer, unless you know how to solder copper piping)
Second, you'll need a regulator attached to the cylinder (he sold me one for R97), a length of rubber piping (R10/m) and some clamps for either end. Use hot water to soften the end of the pipe when you're attaching it and then clamp it well. Brush soapy water over the connections to check for any leaks.
And that's it! very easy installation.
BTW, it is apparently illegal to install this yourself, but I'd like to see someone come after me for doing this in the current circumstances.
P.S. 9Kg's of gas = R170, here's hoping those subsidies kick in soon.