How to choose and connect a gas stove for giving under a cylinder?

Many apartment owners like to spend their free time at their dachas, away from the bustle of the city. In order to make such a rest comfortable, it is necessary to have a gas stove in the household for a cylinder. Thanks to this appliance, you can quickly prepare food. It is easy to operate, presented in various modifications and is perfect for installation in summer cottages, where there is often no main gas.

A gas stove for a summer residence under a cylinder is a popular type of household appliance that makes living outside the city comfortable. This device is characterized by versatility and long service life, which depends on the features of the model and compliance with the rules of use. Such plates can have different power and the number of combs (from 1 to 8), their working surface is usually made of tempered glass, glass ceramics or durable stainless steel.

Most models are also equipped with an electric roasting cabinet. As for the control system, gas stoves for a cylinder are equipped with display units, timers, touch, electrical and mechanical panels. In addition, the plates can be supplied complete with cabinets for the balloon device; its design provides for doors and open shelves located in the lower part of the frame.

A cylinder filled with reduced gas is connected to any device, regardless of its technical characteristics, its volume is at least 5 liters.

The huge demand for gas devices with a cylinder for summer cottages is explained by their following advantages.

• Autonomy... The equipment works flawlessly regardless of the presence or absence of the main gas pipeline.
• Profitability. Compared to electric stoves, gas stoves make it possible to quickly cook food, requiring minimal energy consumption.
• Compactness... Almost all country models of devices are small in size. Thanks to this, you can take them with you on hikes and picnics.

As for the shortcomings, there are few of them. The main disadvantage of gas stoves with a cylinder is the complexity of the connection. In order for the device to function correctly and safely, it must be installed by a skilled person. Starting the equipment on its own may result in gas leakage, which in turn could result in an explosion hazard. The cost of equipment is also a disadvantage, it is determined by the design features of a particular model.

To date, manufacturers produce summer cottage gas stoves with a cylinder of several types, which differ not only in design, but also in functionality. According to the number of comforts, the equipment is subdivided into the following modifications.

• Single burners. Such stoves are ideal for bachelors and small families who rarely cook food in the country. Such a small structure is characterized by mobility, which allows it to be placed in any part of the house. In addition, the device can be used on the road during long trips.The main advantage of single-burner stoves is their low cost, but they are produced without an oven.

• Two-burner. These are the most popular models and it is recommended to buy them for small families consisting of 2-3 people, provided that it is not planned to make preparations for the winter at the dacha. This type of equipment can be easily connected to any type of cylinder, regardless of its weight and volume. The stoves, which have 2 burners, are easy to use, they can be easily moved indoors or transferred to utility rooms. The two-burner hob is compact, so it is also easy to transport. In addition, many modifications are additionally equipped with a spacious box for storing dishes, in some modifications there is even a built-in oven.

• Four burners. They are multifunctional equipment that significantly differs from the previous options in high price. Such models can be placed both on the table and on the floor, they are ideal for a large family and housewives who like to work on preparations for the winter. The main disadvantage of structures is considered to be their large size, which becomes a frequent problem when arranging small summer cottages. Plates for 4 burners, as a rule, are equipped with an oven and a convenient gas control system. They are suitable for both LPG and system gas.

Gas stoves for summer cottages with a cylinder may also differ in the installation location.

• Tabletop. They are considered the simplest in design for cooking, since they do not have additional options. The main advantage of a tabletop tile is its light weight and compactness.

• Outdoor. These models are characterized by large weight and dimensions. Before installation, it is necessary to select a suitable place in advance, since their movement will then be problematic. Floor-standing designs are much more expensive than table-top designs, as they are complemented with various functions, oven, cylinder compartments and open shelves.

• Portable. They are considered the most common equipment option, which is ideal not only for summer cottages, but also for travel. Portable stoves are compact, most often they have one burner and a small gas canister arranged inside the product body. It should be noted that for such stoves, propane is not suitable as a fuel, as usual, but a gas mixture with butane. A similar model can be purchased both for picnics and for full-fledged cooking, a small can is usually enough for several cooking dishes.

A country gas stove with a cylinder is presented on the market by various manufacturers who offer customers a huge selection of models. The most popular modifications that have received many positive reviews include such models.

• "Hephaestus PGT-1 802". This is a tabletop stove, in which the design provides for the presence of four knobs and an electric ignition. There is no oven in the package. The dimensions of the equipment are 11 * 37.4 * 50 cm (height * depth * width). The main advantage of this device is considered to be a long service life. Slab "Hephaestus" is available in various colors, which allows you to quickly pick it up for any interior.

• Tesler GS-20. It is a budget option for singles and young families. The tabletop mini-cooker is great for small kitchens. It runs on liquefied gas. The design has two burners, rotary mechanical switches and a "low flame" function. The enamel coating provides the equipment not only with a chic appearance, but also with a long service life.

• "Summer resident"... This model is in great demand among all housewives, since it has many advantages. The floor unit has four burners, under which there is not an oven at the bottom, but shelves for storing food and dishes. Despite the lack of an oven, this model copes well with cooking. The cost of the product is average, which allows families with low incomes to purchase it. The dimensions of the equipment are 85 * 50 * 60 cm, weight - 18 kg, it can work in various conditions.

• "Dream-450". The combined floor-standing model of Russian production is produced in a complete set with an electric oven. It is equipped with three gas burners and one electric burner (1.5 kW), in addition there is also an electric ignition. The dimensions of the device are 84 * 50 * 60 cm, the price is low.

• "Lada-12.120". It is considered one of the best modern products, which is equipped with a gas oven. There are two electric ignition burners on the hob of the stove. In addition, the burners have two fixed positions and a power regulator, the stove operates on both liquefied and natural gas. Due to its compact size, the device can be placed in any convenient place in the kitchen. Among the additional functions in the stove, one can note the presence of backlight and gas control.

Before you buy a gas stove for a summer residence with a cylinder, you need to decide on its functionality, as well as take into account the number of people living in the family and the length of stay outside the city. In the case when trips to the dacha are infrequent and cooking is insignificant, then table models with two burners will be an ideal choice.

Since this type of equipment is bought for a long time, the following recommendations of specialists will help to avoid mistakes when choosing a particular model.

• First of all, you should pay attention to the hob of the product. As a rule, all slabs are made with a stainless or enamelled finish. The first option is more practical, since the panels are easy to clean, resistant to the chemical attack of detergents and do not corrode. As for the second type of coating, it is cheaper and is presented in a huge color scheme. In addition, there are special grids on the hobs designed for placing cookware. It is advisable to choose them from cast iron.
• The number of burners will be no less important in choosing. If the hostess is going to cook and preserve a lot in the country, then a model of a stove with four burners is suitable for her. For moderate cooking, you can buy stoves with 2-3 burners, but if the dacha just serves as a place for picnics, then a tile with one burner is enough.
• The type of stove ignition is also of great importance. Models with manual ignition will be a budget option, but electric ignition is more convenient.
• The presence of such an important option as gas control should also be taken into account, since the safety of using the device will depend on it.
• The final parameter in choosing a gas stove is the presence or absence of an oven. Today, most models are equipped with electric or gas ovens.

After the gas stove with a cylinder is purchased and delivered to the country house, the most important work remains - the installation of gas equipment. Despite the fact that according to the rules and regulations of operation, gas appliances should be connected exclusively by qualified specialists with experience and permission, some summer residents do it with their own hands. This is due to the fact that it is difficult for craftsmen to get to many summer cottages. If the installation takes place independently, it is important to correctly connect the adapter, gearbox and follow the instructions.

• First of all, you need to decide on the location of the equipment. For this, a project is drawn up, which indicates the layout of the stove.Tabletop models used only seasonally can be connected if the room has an exhaust system. They are placed at a distance of at least 65 cm from the hood. In addition, you need to know that electric ignition and lighting systems can be connected to the outlet if there is grounding. If it is not there, then you need to do it.
• After that, they are determined with the installation of the balloon. It is recommended to place it at a distance of up to 1.5 m from the stove.Since the cylinder is connected to the stove with a bellows hose, before installation, make sure that its length is sufficient and check the product for breaks and cracks. This issue must be treated responsibly, since the slightest crack, regardless of whether it is through or not, will lead to an emergency. All connections, with the exception of O-rings, must be treated with soapy water before installation, this will simplify the check for gas leaks.
• Then the slab is placed on a flat surface, excluding distortions and slopes. To eliminate errors, it is recommended to use a mounting level. The very same adjustment is carried out with legs, which can lengthen when turned out.
• Next, tighten the gear nut... In the event that a flexible hose is used, it must be put on the fitting and fixed with a clamp. If bellows tubes are used, then the union is previously unscrewed from the gearbox and an adapter of the appropriate size is inserted.
• The installation is completed by opening the valve on the cylinder. When the gearbox rotates, a certain level of output pressure is set. After starting the gas into the system, check all connections for leaks. When the check has been completed and the integrity of the system has been confirmed, the cooking zones can be opened and ignited.

Despite the fact that using a gas stove with a cylinder in the country is easy, to improve operational safety, the following restrictions and rules must be adhered to.

• Any work with the stove should begin with airing the room, while it is important to remember that this equipment is intended only for household use, therefore it cannot be used for industrial needs. If it starts up for the first time, then it is advisable to read the instructions for its operation.
• During cooking, you must constantly monitor the heating elements, as bulky dishes often cause the hob to overheat. In addition, you need to control that the boiling liquid does not pour out onto the work panel, but if this happens, then you need to immediately turn off the equipment and wipe the stove.
• Do not turn on the stove on an uneven surface or in a car. Also, it is not allowed to use the device for other purposes (dry things or heat the room).
• It is forbidden to leave the equipment in working order unattended and to load it with foreign objects.
• In order to determine the gas consumption of the stove, you need to carefully look at its technical characteristics indicated in the data sheet. So, for example, a conventional model with four burners consumes a maximum of 486 g of gas per hour, which means that 50 liters are enough for 44 hours of cooking. Gas consumption depends on many factors (stove power, cooking intensity).

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