Gas stove for a summer cottage under a cylinder: the right choice and safe operation

The use of this household appliance simplifies the cooking process. A good gas stove for a summer cottage under a cylinder performs its functions flawlessly over a long service life. You just need to choose the appropriate model, connect it without errors and not violate the operating rules. This and other useful information is provided in this article.

In a wide range of market offers, it is not difficult to find equipment with the desired aesthetic and technical characteristics

Why is a gas stove used for a summer cottage under a cylinder: pros and cons, comparison with analogues

This shiny thing looks great.
But for boiling water, a regular kettle is much more convenient. This example clearly demonstrates the advantages of modern technical solutions. The classic oven can still be used for cooking today. However, the corresponding design takes up a lot of space. For it, you need to install a solid foundation and build a chimney. You will have to organize the delivery, unloading and storage of firewood.

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The total cost in this case is much higher compared to a gas stove for a dacha using bottled gas. The appropriate equipment can be purchased and connected in one day with good preliminary preparation. It does not require a nearby gas pipeline. Modern models are economical and have a high level of safety.

An alternative option is an electric stove. This technique consumes up to several kilowatts of electricity per hour. It's not just the significant running costs that have to be taken into account. Some properties have limited capacity. But we must not forget about fans, lamps, irons, and other devices.

To maintain objectivity, we note the disadvantages of gas stoves for summer cottages:

1. When installing such equipment, it is necessary to ensure sufficient access to fresh air.
2. Effective ventilation is also necessary to ensure that the concentration of combustion products in the room is minimal.
3. Timely refilling of cylinders is necessary. After that you have to configure it.

For your information! It is unlikely that these “cons” can be called significant. Ventilation is necessary to maintain healthy conditions in the room. Along with adjustments, regular inspections can be carried out, which will help to identify technical problems in a timely manner.

Features of use in the cold season

This situation often arises. Gas tanks are located outside in metal cabinets. In the summer everything was fine, but when the temperature drops, a problem arises - gas does not flow into the house.

The reason here is this:

Household cylinders are filled with a butane-propane mixture. The boiling point of butane is about 0°C. The boiling point of propane is 40°C. As a result, at low temperatures, gas burns unevenly and interruptions occur.

There is only one way out - to maintain the temperature necessary for the evaporation of butane. Of course, this does not apply to containers that are located in a room where the temperature is above zero. But those located outside have to be purposefully heated.

One option could be to blow warm air from the room: with a fan through an air duct inserted into a gas cabinet. You can also heat cylinders using the principle of underfloor heating by placing a heating element in the floor of the cabinet. However, the main thing is not to overdo it and not to overheat!

Of course, for heating you cannot use open heating elements like nichrome spirals and, especially, open fire.

Insulate the gas cabinet with mineral wool. This will protect the cylinders from overheating in summer and hypothermia in winter. In addition, mineral wool is a fireproof material.

There are also nuances to refilling cylinders in the cold season, but we will talk about this separately.

Choosing a gas stove for a summer house: general recommendations

It is unlikely that you can get practical advice from the hosts of popular TV shows.
Such information sources are ready to advertise any product for an appropriate remuneration. Therefore, it is better to create a list of criteria yourself.

First, the real needs are clarified. For short visits to the dacha, you can purchase a mini gas stove with a cylinder installed in a single housing. This model is useful for going on a picnic or on a hiking trip. Below are the features of a well-equipped stationary model. They will help you formulate your own list of requirements:

1. The oven expands the functionality of a gas stove for a summer cottage under a cylinder.
2. Electric ignition simplifies handling of equipment. If there is no power supply nearby, devices with piezoelectric elements similar in purpose are used.
3. High-quality gratings are designed for high loads and long-term operation. You should also check the parameters of the table tray. These elements often have to be cleaned during operation.
4. The double viewing glass does not overheat too much from the outside. Appropriate design solutions are used to limit the temperature of the handles.

If you have several burners with different powers, it is easier to choose the optimal heat treatment option. An additional advantage is rational consumption of energy resources

General useful information

Placement

If you plan to store gas at sub-zero temperatures, please note that you should only buy a propane-butane mixture that is marked “winter”, otherwise it will not be used up all. Another advantage of installing a cylinder on the street is that there are no gas leaks in the living space (if this suddenly happens).

By the way, installation in unventilated rooms, as well as below ground level (for example, in a cellar/basement) is not permissible. The fact is that propane is heavier than air, and therefore, in the event of a leak, it will begin to accumulate, and at a ratio of 2.35 to 9.55% to air, propane can even form an explosive mixture. Also, the distance from the kitchen stove to the gas cylinder must be at least 1 meter, and also at least 1 meter from heating appliances.

Installation diagram

To connect the stove to gas in a country house and a permanent building, different schemes are used. So, how to connect a gas cylinder to a stove in a residential building? In this case, it would be rational to have a supply in the form of several cylinders, which will be stored in a separate cabinet. The latter must be installed on a concrete foundation, the height of the base of which will be 25-30 cm above ground level. The distance from the wall of the building to the cabinet should be 50 cm, and from the slab to the pipe passing through the wall at least 20 cm. It is also worth considering that you cannot install a cabinet with cylinders from the side of the facade of the house and the transport passage.

How to supply a summer kitchen with gas

To correctly connect a gas stove to a cylinder at the dacha, use the following diagram:

1. The stove should be installed no closer than 75 mm from the wall - this distance is required so that the hose connected to the fitting does not bend.
2. The cylinder should be installed at a distance of at least 1 meter, and the hose that will be used for connection must be at least 150 cm in size.
3. To securely fix it in a vertical position, you should fasten the hose with a clamp that will be mounted into the wall.

Types of gas tanks

In order to deliver gas to the place of use, several standard tank sizes are used. For frequent use, it will be easier to buy a large cylinder, while for use in the country, you can choose a smaller container. Such a cylinder will be convenient to transport and it will be easier to find a place for it in tight spaces. The cylinders have a number of characteristics:

Please note that the volume of gas (propane) poured will be less than the volume of the container itself. This is due to the safety of the cylinder, since gas filled in the winter will begin to expand in a warm room and can even rupture the cylinder if it contains more gas than required by regulations

Safety precautions when using gas stoves for dachas for bottled gas

Specialists and monitoring services of the Ministry of Emergency Situations recommend purchasing modern equipment equipped with automatic flame control.

An autonomous alarm will notify you if the concentration of harmful impurities in the room atmosphere exceeds a dangerous threshold

In order for combustion to occur completely, without the formation of carbon monoxide, a sufficient supply of fresh air is necessary. For this reason, doors and windows should not be closed tightly. It is mandatory to have a ventilation duct in the room.

Using available means, you need to check the traction

To increase your security level, practice the following rules and restrictions:

1. Do not use the stove to heat rooms.
2. If a dangerous situation arises, shut off the gas supply and create a maximum ventilation mode. You cannot turn on/off electrical appliances, smoke, or light a fire. If it is not possible to stop the flow of gas, call the emergency service on duty.
3. It is prohibited to change the design of a gas stove for a summer residence under a cylinder, or to disable automatic protection and warning systems.
4. Do not leave a working stove unattended or use an open flame to search for leaks.
5. In a kitchen with gas equipment, you cannot store one/two cylinders with a capacity of 55/27 liters, respectively.
6. Do not load gas pipelines with foreign objects, do not use them as a power frame for securing ropes.

Safety Compliance Assessment

The main purpose of cylinder cabinets is to increase safety. When purchasing, you need to make sure of the quality, thickness of the metal used (at least 1 mm), and its strength. Particular attention is paid to the hinges; they should not sag or move without play. The doors and other moving parts of the product must be reliable; the lock must be strong so that it cannot be quickly broken, even using a crowbar. The doors must have enough rigidity so that they do not “press” into the body. This increases the resistance to internal explosion and the ability to resist burglary.

A chain holding gas containers will be useful. The lock needs to be checked for reliability and ease of use. The metal cabinet must protect the gas from environmental factors. It is advisable to check this function as well.

Basically, structures are sold in disassembled form - this makes it more convenient to transport. All elements of the product are checked to ensure that there are no cracks or gaps allowing dirt and dust to enter the storage unit. It is very good if the design is equipped with silicone or rubber seals, which does not allow dust to penetrate and moving elements to rattle from the wind.

The drawer should have a stand that will raise the cabinet a few centimeters above the ground. The location of the ventilation holes may vary. It is most convenient if they are made in the floor, so it becomes possible to remove accidentally trapped moisture.

Main technical characteristics of cylinder gas stoves

Components of a typical stationary stove for gas cylinders
This equipment is equipped with from 1 to 8 burners of the same or different power. Working surfaces (tables) are made of enameled and stainless steel, glass ceramics, and tempered glass. Some models are equipped with an electric oven with a volume of up to 160 liters. Mechanical, electronic and touch controls, timers, and display units are used. The table shows the general technical characteristics of serial products.

Autonomous gas supply kit
The standard kit includes:

• gas stove;
• balloon;
• gearbox;
• hose.

Material, size and other technical characteristics of the cylinder

In everyday life, a gas mixture of propane and butane is used. The standards establish the percentage of the main components. The permissible content of impurities is regulated, since sulfur and some other contaminants can have a negative impact on the parts of gas equipment.

Specialized enterprises handle the sale, delivery and exchange of cylinders

It is not difficult to find the organization closest to the dacha that provides the relevant services. It wouldn’t hurt to check the company’s reputation and consumer reviews. There are very cheap offers from handicraft workshops on the market. They use questionable equipment, low-quality containers, and do not comply with the requirements of current standards. Refueling in such places is unsafe.

Simultaneously with determining the supplier, the appropriate volume of gas cylinders for the dacha is selected. To do this, you need to take the mixture consumption from the accompanying documentation for the stove and make a calculation taking into account individual needs. The following table shows examples based on actual technical parameters:

The cylinders are filled with a mixture approximately 15% less than the corresponding volume.

For your information! This data cannot be used for accurate calculations. The actual consumption depends on the heat capacity, mixture composition, and power consumption.

Typical containers

Cylinders for propane-butane mixture are made of carbon steel. The wall thickness is at least 3 mm. The design pressure of a high-quality design reaches 5 MPa, but the operating value is limited to 1.6 MPa.

Marking

A routine inspection is required every five years. After a positive completion of the test, a new inscription is knocked out in the appropriate place.

Different types of cylinders

Containers for propane-butane mixtures are painted red. Operation is not permitted if the following defects are detected:

1. The valve allows gas to pass through. Leakage is determined using a soap solution.
2. There is no standard marking, the inspection period has passed.
3. Cracks, bulges, dents, severe corrosion damage, scratches and other depressions were found at 10% or more of the nominal wall thickness.
4. The thread of the protective cap is damaged.
5. A damaged or askew installed support part does not provide a stable position.

During operation, it is necessary to prevent the cylinder from heating above the temperature level of +45°C. It should not be installed in direct sunlight.

This structure prevents overheating, provides protection from rain and destructive corrosion processes, and ensures the safety of equipment

During transportation, a cap must be used to prevent accidental mechanical damage to the valve. Private individuals are prohibited from independently transporting more than five containers in one vehicle (trailer). You cannot completely bleed the mixture, as in some situations air may get inside through the valve.

New cylinder models have improved consumer characteristics

Comparative data demonstrates the benefits of structures made from composite materials

They are lighter and have increased resistance to mechanical stress. Such products are not destroyed by corrosion, therefore they are able to perform their functions over a long service life.

Design and appearance of a standard valve

What should the gas supply hose be like?

Specialized bellows hose
This is the most expensive, but the best product from the current market offerings. The yellow color corresponds to the standards of gas routes. The polymer coating prevents mechanical damage and moisture from entering the metal surface.

Rubber hose with corrugated stainless steel sheath

The product in the photo is slightly cheaper than the first example. But in this case you can also count on long-term operation without problems.

The most economical option

A rubber hose with fabric braiding is inexpensive. But it is these products that gas service workers recommend replacing with a stationary rigid connection during inspections.

For your information! When purchasing, pay attention to product certification, manufacturer reputation, and official guarantees. A high-quality bellows hose maintains its technical characteristics in perfect condition for 30 years or more. Such an investment is well justified given the long service life.

The following recommendations will help you connect the equipment correctly:

1. The hose of a gas stove for a summer house under the cylinder is installed in a visible place, not covered with curtains or other objects.
2. It is not painted.
3. During installation, the liner is not pulled, twists and kinks are eliminated.
4. The maximum length of the hose is 4.5 m. You should make sure that it is sufficient for cleaning and free movement of the stove and furniture.

Gearbox: purpose, quality criteria

These devices are designed to reduce the pressure of the gas mixture to the operating level. The table provides a brief overview of the market.

Preparing for installation

Before installing the gas panel, remove it from the packaging and check for mechanical damage. If everything is in order, you can proceed with the installation. But first, check the necessary documentation. To install a gas stove in your home, you need the following documents:

• passport of the owner of the house or apartment;
• certificate of registered residents;
• state certificate registration;
• certificate of registration of a residential property, certificate of ownership;
• subscriber's book (if available);
• receipts;
• meter passport;
• gas equipment maintenance contract;
• registration certificate for the premises.

Diagram of gas pipes in an apartment building

The set of documents must be submitted to the city gas service, which will prepare and issue a new subscriber book, a contract for the provision of gas to a house or apartment. All items in the form must be filled out, after which instructions on the operation of gas appliances are provided. At the end of these procedures, an agreement is concluded with the gas service, which gives permission to install the device. Then you can proceed directly to the installation procedure.

Necessary tool

To independently dismantle the old and install a new slab, you do not need any special tools. Here is a list of what you will need:

• adjustable wrenches;
• screwdriver;
• sealant;
• gas hose;
• gas winding.

To ensure the tightness of the hose connected to the pipe, it is important to choose a high-quality seal. Loctite or Fum Tape are best suited.

Removing old tiles

Before installing a new stove, you must disconnect and dismantle the old one.

First, it is important to turn off the tap. Its complete closure can be checked by turning on the burner. It is better to replace the old petal-shaped faucet with a ball-shaped one - it is more reliable in everyday use

It is better to replace the old petal-shaped faucet with a ball-shaped one - it is more reliable in everyday use.

To ensure that the handle of the new faucet does not interfere with screwing, it should be removed. Next, you should prepare a sealant and a damp cloth. The latter will be useful for closing the hole after removing the old tap. Before work, be sure to open a window or window.

Gas stove diagram

When the preparation is completed, you need to unscrew the old tap and close the pipe with a damp cloth. Then you should clean the thread after removing the tap and apply a sealant. Next, you should act quickly but carefully. You need to get a rag (don’t be afraid of gas escaping, that’s what the window is opened for) and screw a new tap onto the thread with the seal.

It is definitely worth checking the quality of the connection and seal. This can be done using soap foam. Apply it to the joint; if soap bubbles appear, unscrew the tap and check the density of the sealant. If there are no bubbles, the job is done well. If you do not plan to connect the stove in the near future, you need to install a limiter on the tap.

Stove location and installation

Before installing the stove, you should screw the adjusting feet to it and then place it in the place where it will stand. You must act according to the instructions for installing the gas stove and leave the required distance from the wall.

Layout of a gas stove and other devices in the kitchen

The stove must be installed strictly horizontally and stand firmly on all four legs. This can be achieved using a building level and tightening the adjustable legs. You can also use special gaskets.

How to choose a hose

When installing it yourself, you can choose a rubber hose to connect the gas stove. This hose is flexible and is the most convenient for everyday use: it is possible to freely move the stove, if necessary, over a distance of up to five meters.

Thanks to the flexibility of the material, you don’t have to worry about accidental movement of the slab, since the hose will act as a shock absorber that will prevent severe damage that could lead to gas leakage.

The hose for use with a gas stove is available with a yellow mark up to five meters. This length is quite enough. You should not use products from unknown companies. It’s better to spend money once on a certified product that is guaranteed to last for more than one year.

It is also worth paying attention to the outlet of the hose to the stove and the thread, since they vary

Bellows hose

If you follow the regulatory documents, then according to the rules the hose must be bellows. This means that it must stretch in length and also have a protective coating.

Models of country cylinder gas stoves

To select equipment without errors, carefully check your actual needs. It is quite possible that instead of bulky stationary equipment, it is enough to purchase an inexpensive portable model. However, we must not forget about the expanded functionality of a modern stove for a summer residence with an oven. Its use simplifies the high-quality reproduction of thermal cooking of food products.

Tabletop gas stoves

A compact model with one burner is inexpensive, takes up minimal space in the kitchen and in luggage during transportation.
The power of such models exceeds 3000 W, so you can count on high performance.

Tabletop gas stove for bottled gas with oven

Floor models

Modern gas stove for a summer house under the Hephaestus cylinder.
This model has a working surface made of tempered glass, which is easily cleaned from dirt. The electric oven is equipped with informative and convenient electronic controls.

The “Dachnitsa” gas stove is attractive due to its low cost. Shelves are useful for storing dishes and kitchen equipment

Portable gas stoves

Tourist model
You can buy this kind of gas stove for a summer house under a cylinder inexpensively. It can be connected to stationary equipment via a built-in gearbox. In the mobile version, as in the photo, a lightweight disposable spray can is used. This equipment can be transported around the territory of the land plot and taken with you on hiking trips.

In this kit, the stove can be disassembled to reduce its dimensions in the transport position. A practical, sufficiently capacious cylinder can be refilled and used repeatedly

Single burner gas stoves

A universal modern model.
Such equipment can be placed on a suitable surface, or mounted into a countertop. There is an electric ignition here. The stainless steel table is resistant to temperature and mechanical influences, looks great, and can be cleaned without any extra effort.

The main advantages of this type of equipment: compactness, affordable price, possibility of use in stationary and portable versions

Gas stoves with 2 burners

A simple, inexpensive model: two burners of different power, enamel coating, no automation

This type of two-burner gas stove for a summer cottage is built into cabinet furniture. A good idea to save space in the kitchen

Gas hobs with 4 burners

A relatively inexpensive model that can be used for simultaneous preparation of several dishes.
In addition to the affordable price, in this design you should pay attention to the low weight. Installation does not require particularly strong support.

Models with additional options

Well-Equipped Appliances
This equipment will most likely be an over-investment for the garden. However, using his example, we can consider additional options:

1. Stainless steel housing ensures reliability, durability, and ease of maintenance.
2. Seven burners and two ovens will satisfy all the needs of a large family.
3. Recessed handles increase safety.
4. It is not difficult to work with heavy dishes, since the oven is equipped with telescopic guides.
5. A special coating on the walls removes contaminants catalytically, without heating.
6. Ten programs (grill, convection, defrosting and others) make the cook’s work easier.

Tesler GS-30

Sometimes circumstances are such that using a full-size slab is not possible. In this case, a tabletop stove may be the best solution. Purchasing a Tesler GS-30 gas tabletop stove is relevant when living in a hostel, setting up a country kitchen, or renovating an apartment or house. The stove is very compact in size and can be installed on any flat surface.

The Tesler GS-30 stove is equipped with three gas burners. Two of them (right and left) have the same diameter, and the third (middle) is slightly smaller. It is recommended to use it for small containers such as a Turk or for very slow heating of a dish. The stove runs on liquefied gas supplied in cylinders.

Tesler GS-30 1

Tesler GS-30 2

The power of the burners is adjusted using convenient rotary switches, allowing you to quickly adjust the required flame level. The flame power regulator of the burners is equipped with a “small flame” function, which ensures stable combustion in an economical mode.

The stove body, work surface and grid for placing utensils are made of high quality enameled steel, which has good mechanical strength and is easy to clean. In addition, the plate has four support legs equipped with anti-slip inserts. Thanks to these liners, the slab will be stable even on the smoothest and slippery surfaces. But the device does not have any protection against flame extinction, so it requires constant supervision during operation.

Among the main advantages I would like to note:

• low cost;
• presence of the “small flame” function;
• convenience and ease of use;
• the presence of anti-slip inserts on the legs of the stove.

The disadvantages include:

• lack of protective shutdown;
• lack of gas control of the burner;
• no electric ignition.

Rating of the best manufacturers of cylinder gas stoves

The Belarusian concern presents its products under the brand “Gefest” (GEFEST). The parent company Brestgazoapparat has extensive experience in design and production activities. The current assortment includes models of different price ranges that meet modern technical and aesthetic requirements.

The domestic enterprise JSC Volgogazoapparat (Volgograd) offers a wide range of gas stoves for dachas for bottled gas. Despite the reasonable prices, the models are equipped as standard with gas control systems and electric ignition.

Gas stoves for summer cottages under RICCI cylinders are created in Turkey. The company's catalog includes a variety of stationary models at reasonable prices. Their technical parameters comply with European industry standards.

Assessment of possible service life and aesthetic properties

Of particular importance is the reliability of the protective coating of the cabinet, which protects the metal product from moisture and corrosion processes. The surface of the product must be evenly painted, there should be no foaming of the paint, rust or chipping.

Externally, a cabinet made of metal will not add beauty to the area. The bulky design does not fit well into the garden design. You need to choose a suitable color for the product, allowing you to hide it from the eyes of guests, or you can paint the cabinet so that it becomes part of the garden interior.

The rules and requirements for placing a gas cylinder are not difficult to understand. It is important to provide guarantees for the safety of people from explosions.

Review of the best models

New models often appear in the relevant market segment, so the data provided cannot be called exhaustive. When purchasing, you must take into account personal needs, financial and other restrictions.

Gas stove Hephaestus 3200-08

Low cost, good technical parameters

Stove GEFEST 3200-08

Model Gorenje GI 62 CLB

"Retro" with a modern twist

Gorenje GI 62 CLB

Lada 1489

Popular model “Summer resident”

Lada 1489

GEFEST 700-02

Nice appearance and good functionality

GEFEST 700-02

Rules for connecting country gas stoves to a cylinder

Even tabletop gas stoves for bottled gas, which are used only seasonally, are connected subject to the following restrictions:

• installation level of the hood from the hob is from 65 cm or more;
• the minimum volume of the room is determined by the number of burners 1-2/ 3 or more - 15/ 21 sq. m. respectively;
• mandatory presence of effective ventilation;
• connection of lighting and electric ignition only through a grounded socket;
• the cylinder is not installed at a distance closer than 1.5 m from the stove;
• the internal diameter of the bellows hose is at least 10 mm.

Cabinet design

Install cabinets on the shady side of a residential building. There are several requirements for them in accordance with the laws of the Russian Federation:

• All elements are made of non-combustible material;
• The cabinet must have a locking device;
• Openings for ventilation of the internal space are required;
• There should be a warning on the door: “Flammable.” Gas".

The non-flammable materials used in the production of storage facilities do not smolder or burn and serve as protection from fire. Locks prevent unauthorized access to cylinders.