Kitchen Gas Appliances - yet another natural gas grill question
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07-15-01, 09:10 PM
Hi. We have a Broilmaster natural gas grill. We arranged for our builder to provide a natural gas connection outside of the house in the backyard (1/2" black pipe coming out of the siding). I would like to position the grill in the backyard near this connection. The grill is not on a cart....it is a standalone type on a post.
The gas grill instructions do not provide much information other than saying "arrange with your local gas company for a connection to the grill". I am wondering if I can simply use a standard 4 foot stainless steel gas coil (1/2" flare...used on other gas appliances like a hot water heater) to make the connection. I would just need to use an adapter from 1/2" flare to 1/2" black pipe to connect to the house. Is this fine or is there a flex or rubber hose that is standard use for natural gas grills?
The gas grill instructions do not provide much information other than saying "arrange with your local gas company for a connection to the grill". I am wondering if I can simply use a standard 4 foot stainless steel gas coil (1/2" flare...used on other gas appliances like a hot water heater) to make the connection. I would just need to use an adapter from 1/2" flare to 1/2" black pipe to connect to the house. Is this fine or is there a flex or rubber hose that is standard use for natural gas grills?
Sharp Advice
07-15-01, 10:06 PM
Hello Mike
Since the grill {BBQ} isn't on a cart nor portable, using one length of stainless steel flex line would be fine. For additional length a gas hose would be needed since I personally do not recommend connecting several stainless steel flex connectors together.
I would also suggest you NOT use an adapter on the 1/2 inch gasline extending out of the house. Instead, use an female/male shutoff valve like that found on water heater gaslines or dryers.
By doing so, the main gas to the connector could be shut off when the appliance isn't being used and also should there be any need for future repairs, etc.
The standard 4 foot 1/2 tube diameter flex stainless steel connector and a 1/2 by 1/2 shutoff valve will be excellent choices and provide sufficient volumn of gas for the appliance.
Now hurry and get started. Call me when your ready to cook. Not to worry. I eat just about anything that's cooked and doesn't bite me first!...:D
Regards & Good Luck
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Tom_Bartco
Energy Conservation Consultant & Natural Gas Appliance Diagnostics Technician.
Since the grill {BBQ} isn't on a cart nor portable, using one length of stainless steel flex line would be fine. For additional length a gas hose would be needed since I personally do not recommend connecting several stainless steel flex connectors together.
I would also suggest you NOT use an adapter on the 1/2 inch gasline extending out of the house. Instead, use an female/male shutoff valve like that found on water heater gaslines or dryers.
By doing so, the main gas to the connector could be shut off when the appliance isn't being used and also should there be any need for future repairs, etc.
The standard 4 foot 1/2 tube diameter flex stainless steel connector and a 1/2 by 1/2 shutoff valve will be excellent choices and provide sufficient volumn of gas for the appliance.
Now hurry and get started. Call me when your ready to cook. Not to worry. I eat just about anything that's cooked and doesn't bite me first!...:D
Regards & Good Luck
Forum Moderator
Tom_Bartco
Energy Conservation Consultant & Natural Gas Appliance Diagnostics Technician.
07-16-01, 07:57 AM
Tom-
I'm cooking tonight so hurry over :) I failed to mention that the builder did provide an in-line shutoff valve just for this gasline, which I can access in the basement. I am able to turn this valve on/off depending on whether I am cooking or doing repairs. I hooked everything up using the 1/2" adapter I spoke of and the grill works fine and the soap test showed no leaks. However, I think I may need a lengthier connection hose (I'm not comfortable with how close the grill is to the house). Where can I get a gas hose instead of chaining several stainless connectors together? I looked at the local Home Depot and can't find anything. Thanks.
I'm cooking tonight so hurry over :) I failed to mention that the builder did provide an in-line shutoff valve just for this gasline, which I can access in the basement. I am able to turn this valve on/off depending on whether I am cooking or doing repairs. I hooked everything up using the 1/2" adapter I spoke of and the grill works fine and the soap test showed no leaks. However, I think I may need a lengthier connection hose (I'm not comfortable with how close the grill is to the house). Where can I get a gas hose instead of chaining several stainless connectors together? I looked at the local Home Depot and can't find anything. Thanks.
Sharp Advice
07-16-01, 06:56 PM
Hi: Mike
Be right over with my dinner plate in hand...:D
1/2 inch connectors aren't all the long granted. That's why I also suggested you also consider the gas hose.
A BBQ hose should be available at any local retail fireplace and BBQ store or appliance parts dealer listed in your phone book. {Sometimes the fireplace and BBQ stores prefer to be called "Patio Furniture" stores.}
Be sure to inquire about what adapters are needed while your there. Most hoses use a quick disconnect coupler on the house pipe side which needs a special part called a reducer or reducer bell pipe fitting.
The quick disconnect installs on the gas pipe. One end of the hose has a male coupler. The male coupler end of the hose inserts into the quick disconnect. It's a snap in fit.
Happy BBQing
Regards,
Tom
Be right over with my dinner plate in hand...:D
1/2 inch connectors aren't all the long granted. That's why I also suggested you also consider the gas hose.
A BBQ hose should be available at any local retail fireplace and BBQ store or appliance parts dealer listed in your phone book. {Sometimes the fireplace and BBQ stores prefer to be called "Patio Furniture" stores.}
Be sure to inquire about what adapters are needed while your there. Most hoses use a quick disconnect coupler on the house pipe side which needs a special part called a reducer or reducer bell pipe fitting.
The quick disconnect installs on the gas pipe. One end of the hose has a male coupler. The male coupler end of the hose inserts into the quick disconnect. It's a snap in fit.
Happy BBQing
Regards,
Tom