Just been to a property which has a 14 kg bottle positioned directly below a DB with a isolating valve and copper pipe 1 metre long. Was installed and certified by a gas installer. I would have thought that would be illegal because it blocks the access to the DB. You cant move the bottle because there is a short flexible hose just just long enough to reach the shut off valve.
Time to apply for the gas course to become a certified gas installer
As far as I know any gas appliance that's not self contained requires a gas certificate if it's static inside a premises.
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Is this the regulations pertaining to gas installations?
also here
and here
and then the actual act that empowers such regs.
...and here i was thinking of building my own personal steam generator at home....
Registration of a steam generator
8. (1) No user may use a steam generator unless such user is in
possession of a certificate of registration issued in terms of subregulation (3)
for that steam generator.
(2) Application for registration to use a steam generator shall be made
prior to use to the provincial director in the form of Annexure 2, including
copies of a certificate from the manufacturer and from the approved
inspection authority after installation prior to commissioning: Provided that this
subregulation shall not apply in respect of the re-erection of a steam
generator on the same premises.
(3) On receipt of an application for registration.................
Last edited by ACEsterhuizen; 07-Jan-15 at 04:16 PM. Reason: more info
A quote to move the DB will have the homeowner quickly contesting the validity of the gas installation certificate. surprisingly though, I had a few cases in Cape Town where people rather paid to have me move their DB as opposed to them moving their stoves from directly below it.
Gearing up for some gas-powered cooking? Connecting your new stove doesn't have to be a recipe for stress! Here are some tips to get those flames dancing safely and deliciously:
Safety First:
Turn that gas off! Before you even think about tinkering, locate the main gas valve and shut it down tight.
Double-check your connections. Make sure the gas supply line and your shiny new stove use the same type of fitting. Mismatched threads can turn a simple hookup into a hissy fit.
Leak? Nope! Use soapy water to check for bubbles around all the connections. Even a tiny whisper of bubbles means there's trouble brewing, so tighten things up or call in the pros.
Getting Techy:
Connector chaos? Most stoves come with a flexible gas connector, but if yours doesn't or needs a makeover, find the right one at your local hardware store. Remember, size matters!
Wrap it up! Apply Teflon tape to the pipe threads for that extra seal of confidence. Just don't be a mummy – a few wraps are plenty.
Go slow and steady. When screwing on those connections, think slow and gentle. Overdoing it can crack the fitting and lead to more leaks than a leaky bucket.
Light it Up!
Double-check (again!). Once everything's connected, turn the gas valve back on slowly and listen for any telltale hisses. If you hear anything suspicious, shut it back down and double-check your connections.
Spark it up! Light the burners according to your stove's manual. If the flames are anything but a healthy blue,
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