How to Hook Up a Gas Barbeque to the House
Outdoor gas-powered barbecues use either natural gas or liquid propane for fuel. The gas system available at your house dictates the type of grill you should buy to hook up to the main line, although the connections are essentially the same. Your deck or patio may already be equipped with a gas line connected to the main system and designed for a barbecue grill. If not, consult a licensed gas technician who can install one for you. Many states prohibit do-it-yourselfers from running gas lines. With the line in place, your grill connects and is ready for cooking in minutes. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Flexible gas hose with connectors on each end
- Plastic squirt bottle
- Liquid dishwashing soap
Instructions
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Turn off the gas at the main line before connecting the grill. If your home uses natural gas, turn the lever on the valve at the top of the line until it is at a right-angle to the line. For a propane system, turn the knob clockwise until tight.
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Attach one end of the flex hose to the gas branch line on your patio or deck. Natural gas systems use a bayonet-style connection system that twists a half turn to lock the parts together. Propane hoses use free-turning connectors that twist clockwise to lock onto the gas line.
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Fasten the other end of the flex hose to the hose supplied with the gas grill.
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Prepare a solution in a plastic squirt bottle with liquid dish soap and water. Shake the bottle to create a froth.
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Open the main gas line at the shutoff valve to release fuel into the branch line where the grill is now connected.
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Squirt soapy water on both ends of the flex hose where it connects to the branch line and the grill hose. Shut off the gas immediately if you see rapid bubbling or smell a sulfur-like odor. Disconnect the flex hose and start over.
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