Installing a gas cooker can be a risky affair, and things can easily go wrong if you lack relevant knowledge. All gas cookers should be installed by a Gas Safe registered engineer and going against this can do you more harm than just invalidating your household or property owner insurance policy.
Here are the top three things you should know about installing a gas cooker.
1) Check That The Surrounding Area Is Clear And Safe
Now, this is one of the reasons you are advised to seek the services of experts such as gas cooker installation by Plumbing Force. To begin with, the area around the hob must far from any flammable materials such as fabrics, wallpaper, shelving, or wood in it. It is advisable that the clearance space is 750 mm above gas hobs, 650 mm above electric hobs, and 50 mm to the sides of the hob.
Additionally, this area must be clear from any power points, electrical switches, boilers, and alarm sensors. Furthermore, all the work surfaces next to the cooker must either be of a similar height or lower than the hob. Stoves with high-level grills, on the other hand, require a space of 550 mm above and 150 mm either edge of the grill.
2) Check What Connections You Have In Your Home
All gas ovens call for a functioning gas supply within 1.5 m of the position of the utility in the same room. That being said, you will need to choose a gas cooker that is either Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) compatible or can at least be converted to the same if your gas supply is LPG. Besides, you may need to buy a separate LPG gas kit to ensure that the stove can be improvised to work with LPG cylinders.
Dual fuel cookers are over 32 kW and need a 32 Amp fuse on a dedicated cooker circuit. This fuse should be placed within 2 m of the location of your cooker instead of being placed directly above or behind the hob area. All gas cookers, on the other hand, require a 13 Amp electrical connection within 1.5 m of the appliance for the ignition and other timer features.
3) Check The Dimensions For The Space That Your New Appliance Would Go To
Just as important, you will also need to know the dimensions for the space that you would like your gas cooker to occupy. This will help you make the best decision regarding the size of your appliance. The good news is that all the gas cookers bought from reliable suppliers have the measurements already listed to help you find the right type that suits your needs.
In summary, the size of the holes for hobs on wooden worktops can be increased, but the cupboard and other furniture adjustments in your home are down to your efforts, so it is essential to ensure that everything is in the right state before looking to contact a supplier.
