Gas meter removal??

[ed209]

Always couldn't stand the embarrassment of meter exploding due to flashback but no if using compression or as AW says SF[emoji79]

 

[PhoenixServices]

Always if soldering. One of the lads I used to work with had a meter go bang. He needed new pants after that. Sort of put me off taking the risk.

 

[tony_b]

It's just not worth the risk

 

[kirkgas]

Every now and again someone gets injured or killed then everyone else does things properly for a wee while that's just what we do, I got a belt from a water pipe many many yrs ago when I cut through a sink supply, since then I'm about the only guy I know who uses the continuity bond when cutting a water pipe as well as a gas one, you will be lucky loads of times, but you only need to be unlucky once, it's everyone's choice

 

[stevetheplumber]

Every time when soldering anywhere on the line, never when using compression

how about push fit?

 

[Toxic Ted]

Always remove and cap regulator when soldering.......its the way i was trained and the way i will continue to work. My hobbies are dangerous enough .

 

[firemant]

So increasing air/gas mix in the pipe is a good thing? Are you saying tour tutor says you should remove meter even when using just a compression fitting?

 

[newcastle phill]

When you remove the reg you have to sometimes remove the lead plug that keeps it in place on the meter bracket.

Do yous replace it with a newun ??

 

[Jimbob]

99/100 times I remove the meter as its so easy to do. If I'm feeling particularly rough I will do a quick soldered joint if I'm happy little air has entered the pipework. But officially not

 

[Ermintrude]

Cap at ecv = quick n easy