Kitchen Gas Appliances - capping off the gas line
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dryerdude
06-02-06, 05:03 PM
we're selling our gas dryer (moving to the UK where it won't work). the advice about disconnecting gas appliances was excellent...BUT what about capping off the line -- shouldn't we do that to ensure no gas leaks through that little red shut off valve? if so, how in the heck do we do this? is there compound we buy to put on the threads? certain types of compound to never use? how do we make sure the gas is securely sealed off? we really don't want to blow up the house with a slow leak:-)
hankhill6018
06-03-06, 06:44 AM
It is never a good idea to leave a shut off with nothing on it.
The shut off should be capped or pluged. If it's a shut off with female threads, get a plug the same size. Apply tread compound for use with gas to the plug and screw the plug in. If you don't have a plug availible, a cap with a nipple with also work.
The shut off should be capped or pluged. If it's a shut off with female threads, get a plug the same size. Apply tread compound for use with gas to the plug and screw the plug in. If you don't have a plug availible, a cap with a nipple with also work.
Sharp Advice
06-03-06, 06:45 AM
Hello dryerdude. Welcome to my Gas Appliances topic and the Do-It-Yourself Web Site.
In almost every area of the USA that I am aware of, there isn't any need nor requirement by code to cap off a shut off valve. Capping off meaning to remove the shut off valve and install a pipe cap on the gas supply pipe.
However, if you prefer to ensure added safety, almost any local (non "BIG" Box) hardware store or appliance parts stores will have a special (brass or bronze) hex nut style cap that screws directly onto the flex connector end of the shut off valve. Install one of them for additional peace of mind, if needed and desired and be done with it.
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In almost every area of the USA that I am aware of, there isn't any need nor requirement by code to cap off a shut off valve. Capping off meaning to remove the shut off valve and install a pipe cap on the gas supply pipe.
However, if you prefer to ensure added safety, almost any local (non "BIG" Box) hardware store or appliance parts stores will have a special (brass or bronze) hex nut style cap that screws directly onto the flex connector end of the shut off valve. Install one of them for additional peace of mind, if needed and desired and be done with it.
Additional info here (http://forum.doityourself.com/showthread.php?t=159481)
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Sharp Advice. Web Site Host, Gas Appliances Topic Moderator & Multiple Forums Moderator. Energy Conservation Consultant & Natural Gas Appliance Diagnostics Technician.
Personal Safety Reminder:
Buckle Up & Drive Safely.
"The Life You Save, May Be Your Own."
DRYER SERVICE TIP:
It's always advisable to clean the entire exhaust venting system every 2 years. Or during any dryer maintenance and or repairs.