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I found myself this morning with the (very literal) headache of a gas leak. Smell led me to the oven of my old stove. I removed the main pipe from the oven valve, applied soap to the valve exit, and it bubbles slowly alright. I don"t ever use the oven, so I don"t care for replacing the valve. So...

2. The pilot exit from the valve lets out a lot of gas, is that normal? I know it has a safety valve on the igniter, and it seems to be working (no bubbles on the pilot), but shouldn"t the main valve close both pipes?

The kitchen stove is the most obvious location for a gas leak. As with most gas appliances, the various connections that link the stove to the main gas line are the most likely places for leaks. Make sure not to start up the stove burners or oven while this gas smell is in the air. Although the chances are remote, it"s possible that a heavy gas saturation in the air could be ignited in the presence of an open flame.

Sometimes a gas smell can be caused simply by one of the stovetop burners that have accidentally been turned on without the burner igniting. In this case, turn off the control dials, open a window, and wait for the smell to dissipate. With this case, there"s no need to call the utility company to investigate.

The gas line connections to the stove or range are normally located behind the stove. The appliance must be carefully pulled out from the wall a short distance to expose the gas line and shutoff valve. With the gas valve shut off, the connections can be examined and tightened.

NOTE: Once you have shut off the gas at the meter, do not try to turn it back on yourself. If the gas service shutoff valve is closed, PG&E or another qualified professional should perform a safety inspection before the gas service is restored and appliance pilots are relit.

PG&E crews will need to gain access to properties. Every gas meter must be inspected and gas crews must ensure that no gas is flowing on the customer"s property. Turning gas off at every meter is a necessary first step.

It is important to know which appliances in your home run on gas. The most common gas appliances are stove top ranges, ovens, water heaters and furnaces.

Many older gas appliances and most water heaters have a small, continuously burning gas flame—the pilot light—that ignites the main burner. Some newer models have electronic igniters.

If the pilot light is out, shut the gas off at the appliance’s gas shutoff valve. Always wait five minutes to let gas disperse before trying to relight an appliance pilot light.

Most gas appliances have a gas shutoff valve located near the appliance that lets you turn off the gas to that appliance only. In some cases, turning off the gas at the appliance"s shutoff valve will suffice if there is a gas leak or the appliance needs to be replaced or serviced. You should have an appliance gas shutoff valve installed at each gas appliance so that you can turn off the gas to that appliance only, instead of shutting off all gas at the main gas service shutoff valve.

When lighting the burners, light the match before you turn on the gas. If the flame goes out, turn off the burner and let the gas disperse before relighting.

Thank you for your inquiry. The oven safety valve is one part that may fix the issue, but there are some other parts that you will need to check to see which one is causing the issue. You will need to check the igniter, the electronic control board and the temperature sensor. I hope this helps. Thank you and have a great day!

Can this oven valve work on my range? The range was plugged into the wrong outlet and it shorted out, the igniter glows when the stove is turned on however the burner isn"t lighting. I was told the the valve needs to be replaced.

Thank you for your question. This is not the correct safety valve for your appliance. I have listed the correct valve below for you. I hope that helps. Good luck with your repair.

Oven doesn"t heat. Igniter glows when gas is turned on, voltage on value starts near zero and slowly ramps up to just under 3 volts, but gas never ignites. The slow ramp seems normal to allow igniter to get hot, but not sure what the valve"s voltage should be to have it open. Valve coil is not open per ohm meter. Sounds like a bad valve? Thanks.

Hello Curt, Thank you for your inquiry. It sounds like it could be either this part or the pressure regulator. When the ignitor heats up to a certain temperature, it is supposed to trigger the valve to open and let the gas in to ignite and the regulator cuts it off at a certain pressure. Hope this helps!

Hello Sal, thank you for your question. You can test the gas valve to see if it has gone bad. You will need to test this with a multimeter. Here is a video that will show you how to test that valve.

Hello Steve, thank you for your question. The oven safety valve part number WB19K31 will work with either NAT or LP gas. The part itself can be switched over without any additional parts. Please check your owners manual on steps to change that over. I hope this helps!

In the oven a wire from the igniter shorted (had to pry the wire off the wall) to the frame. Would the control valve or the thermostat also be damaged. Where is the thermostat located on the stove. I noticed that the plastic on one of the knife connection on the control valve was missing

Hello Robert, thank you for writing. It is doubtful that the Oven Safety Valve or Oven Thermostat were also damaged when this occurred. The Oven Thermostat (part PS235170 on your model) is located behind the Manifold Panel (control panel). We hope this helps.

Hi there, i have a GE gas range (model jgbp28sem1ss) and need to replace the safety valve for the part of the oven that bakes. Is this the correct part? Thanks

Do you smell gas coming from your fireplace but don’t know where it’s coming from? Nothing is more frustrating and puzzling than a gas smell coming from your fireplace when it’s off. If you’re unsure whether your gas valve is leaking, then there are ways to test it and tell. Since we understand your frustration and concern, we’re going over fireplace gas valves and how to tell if your fireplace valve is leaking.

A fireplace gas valve is located near your firebox and it controls the flow of gas to your feature. Whether you have a fireplace, a fire pit or just a log lighter for conveniently starting fires in your wood-burning fire pit, chances are you have a straight or angled quarter-turn ball valve.

A quarter-turn ball valve means you turn the handle a quarter of a full rotation to open or close the valve and control the flow of gas. These valves are generally made of brass with a hollowed-out ball that sits in the middle of a chamber. The ball mechanism is attached to an outer handle that when turned, either opens or closes the flow of gas to your fireplace.

The basic operation of a fireplace gas valve coupled with a brass design makes for a durable, long-lasting valve component, but it’s still subject to normal wear and tear. It might sound like common sense, but one of the ways to check a leaky gas valve is to ensure the ball valve is fully closed. If your valve is fully closed and you still smell gas coming from your fireplace when it’s off, then you likely need a ball valve replacement. If you’re unsure, here’s how to tell if your fireplace gas valve is on or off:

Fireplace gas valve on: the handle is parallel to the valve, which turns the hollowed-out area of the ball in your ball valve parallel to the gas pipe and opens the flow of gas to your fireplace. If you have an escutcheon installed, then insert the key and turn it pointing to on.

Fireplace gas valve off: the handle is perpendicular to the valve, which turns the ball with the solid area parallel to the pipe to block the flow of gas to your fireplace. If you have an escutcheon instead of a gas valve handle, then insert the key and turn it pointing to off.

Again, this may sound like common sense, but many times the handle isn’t fully closed and this allows just a small amount of gas to continue flowing through the ball valve and into your fireplace. When this happens, you’ll smell gas coming from your fireplace. If you turn your gas valve key or handle closed tight and still your gas valve smells like gas, then chances are you need a fireplace gas valve replacement.

Ball valves tend to wear out over time and not seal off the flow of gas to and from your fireplace, causing a leak even when your gas fireplace or log starter pipe is turned off. When your fireplace is turned off but your gas valve smells like gas, then you leak and probably need a replacement valve. Here are some of the common causes or issues behind a gas fireplace valve leak:

Damage: if your quarter-turn ball valve is physically damaged from the outside, this can cause misalignment and be the reason for a leak. Look for any signs of damage such as bends, cracks or dents.

Stripped or worn: sometimes a fireplace gas valve becomes worn or stripped and won’t fully close off the flow of gas. This is harder to identify, but you’ll know if your fireplace is turned off and there’s a smell of gas still coming from the valve.

Wrong size: if you recently installed your gas fireplace or had a gas line connected to your fireplace and you smell gas when your feature is turned off, then you may have the wrong size gas valve installed.

Installing a gas valve that is too big is one of the top causes of gas fireplace leaks, which is also why you should always consult a certified gas professional before connecting fireplace gas lines.

This is an easy DIY fireplace gas valve troubleshooting technique. Small bubbles resembling foam indicate a small gas leak whereas larger bubbles mean your fireplace valve has a major leak.

If you’ve performed the fireplace gas valve troubleshooting technique above and discovered a leak, then you have a couple of options. From here, you can attempt to fix a small gas valve leak yourself by tightening the connection. Wipe off your gas valve, tighten the connection using a basic pipe wrench or adjustable wrench and retest the valve using the technique above. Just be careful not to damage or strip your connection or fireplace gas pipe in the process of trying to tighten it. If you still have a gas smell coming from your gas valve or fireplace, then you probably need to call a certified gas professional to come out and run more tests.

For major fireplace valve leaks, we recommend turning off the gas supply to your home or your fireplace, if that’s possible. Next, open up some windows and call a professional to come out and further diagnose your leaky gas valve problem. Although you can try to tighten the connection yourself, major gas leaks are cause for concern and typically aren’t fixed by simply tightening the valve and gas line.

Preventing gas fireplace valve leaks is the best way to avoid costly repairs and replacements. The last thing you want is to neglect your fireplace gas valve and get stuck with a large repair bill. Run the above DIY troubleshooting test using soapy water a couple of times per year to detect any issues early.

Basic gas valve care and maintenance are also great ways to prevent gas leaks. Don’t overtighten your gas fireplace valve as this will cause it to wear out quicker than normal. Use caution whenever you’re moving or lifting heavy items near or around your floor and wall-mounted gas valves or escutcheons. Hitting, banging and jostling your gas valve can loosen or damage your connections and cause leaks. Bending or denting your connections and valves can also cause gas to back up into the lines, which is an explosion hazard.

It’s also a good idea to have carbon monoxide detectors installed in your home for safety purposes. Whenever you use gas-burning fireplaces or other features, it’s smart to protect your loved ones with a carbon monoxide detector. Although carbon monoxide detectors won’t prevent a leaky gas valve, you’ll be able to rest easy knowing you and your loved ones are safe.

Hopefully, this article has helped you figure out whether or not your fireplace gas valve is leaking. Don’t be afraid to troubleshoot the problem moving forward, but when in doubt always contact a certified professional to come out and diagnose the issue.

In the meantime, explore our replacement valves and gas valve kits. We carry a range of kits that have everything you need to replace your leaky fireplace gas valve including an escutcheon and a new valve key!

Need help finding a fireplace gas valve replacement? Contact us online or give us a call at 888-986-1535 and a member of our team will be happy to assist you.

An excess flow valve (EFV) is a safety device installed on a natural gas service line that automatically shuts off the flow of gas in the event that the service line is severed. A service line is the gas line that runs from the gas main located at the front or rear of the home to the customer"s meter. Federal regulations (The Code of Federal Regulations 49 CFR 192.383) require operators to install EFVs in all new and renewed gas service lines, regardless of customer classifications (including single family residences, multifamily residences, and small commercial entities) for customers consuming gas volumes under 1,000 standard cubic feet per hour. During normal operation, the valve remains open allowing for the continual flow of gas to the home or business. If this line is severely damaged (due to some type of digging activity, for example), the EFV will automatically restrict the flow of gas and reduce the probability of property damage or injury. Customers should be aware an EFV will only perform as described when a major leak occurs outside of their home. The valve will not prevent small leaks that may happen on the service line. The valve will also not detect or prevent leaks that occur inside a customer"s home.

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1. The FMDA safety valve is the only type with the thermocouple permanently attached to it.  This means the thermocouple cannot be replaced; the entire safety valve must be replaced if the thermocouple fails.  The easiest way to identify an FMDA type safety is a ½” diameter red button on the bottom of the valve.  You must know the gas pipe size and if the pilot tube is an “in and out” or an “out only.”  An “in and out” safety valve has two threaded holes at the top of the part, one for gas for the pilot to come in and one for gas to go out.  An “out only” safety valve has just one threaded hole to connect gas for the pilot to.

2. The BASO safety valve can vary in design depending on the piece of equipment it is on, so it is important to know the brand name, model and serial number of the piece of equipment to get the correct safety valve the first time.  The easiest way to identify a BASO valve is by the 15/16” diameter red pilot button.  The thermocouple is separate from the safety.

3. The TS type safety valve is the only one that can be rebuilt.  It is similar to the FMDA and BASO types in that it has “in and out” or “out only” pilot tubing, so you must know what is in your equipment.  A rebuilt kit is available in both and it is not necessary to replace the body unless it is damaged.  The body has no moving parts in it.  The easiest way to identify the TS safety is by the 5/8” diameter red button.  The thermocouple is also separate from this safety, similar to the BASO.

If the wire leads are screwed to the top terminal block, and two tubes are coming out of the top of the valve, it is the tubing type combination safety valve.

Pressure cookers have become commonplace in modern households, and their improved safety features have made them twice as popular. In the past, pressure cookers earned a dark reputation for explosions, but today, most pressure cookers have a minimum of 10 or more safety features.

That said, when the pressure cooker safety pressure valve starts leaking, you should know the cause because pressure cookers must release steam to stay safe.

You find many pressure cooker safety valves on top of the lid near the handle, but this depends on the type. If you see a leak from here while pressure cooking, that doesn’t always mean danger.

The safety valve releases the steam to lower the pressure to safer levels and regulate the pressure. The newer models, like the electric pressure cooker, even release the steam using a computer chip. A pressure cooker model like this will release light vapors or condensation from the safety valve, which doesn’t pose a danger.

Important to note: The safety valve leaking doesn’t pose a danger as long as the pressure cooker continues to build to the desired PSI. Once you reach your desired PSI, the safety valve should stop leaking altogether. If it continues to leak, that indicates pressure control failure.

Pressure cookers will open the safety valves enough to release the pressure cooker steam building in the pot. This causes a hissing sound or rattling sound. Don’t feel intimidated that is normal. If you wanted a quieter pressure cooker, electric pressure cookers don’t make as much noise.

You must maintain consistent pressure to ensure that the pressure cooker will cook the food all the way through. Safety valves can be bought and replaced if you have a broken one. However, buy a quality safety valve from any of the reputable brands to ensure the quality.

Manufacturers made safety valves to protect consumers from exploding pressure cookers. If you have a defective safety valve that doesn’t leak, you could use it. You could use it, but you wouldn’t be wise to do it. Don’t do this.

Safety valves let out the dangerous excessive steam. When they leak, they let out steam unnecessarily, and the pressure cooker won’t cook the food. On the other hand, when defective and closed, you have a higher risk of it exploding. Never use a pressure cooker that has either a leaking valve or a defective valve.

You don’t want to see steam exiting the safety valve because the leaking from high pressure can put you in a dangerous situation. The escaping steam can cause second and third-degree burns if exposed to the skin. If you notice a leak, immediately turn off your pressure cooker from the heat source and release the steam. Even smaller leaks pose a danger.

Steam exits from the safety valve of your pressure cooker because of a broken disc, or rubber gasket, on the inside. Because of this, it releases too much steam and the vessel never boils. If you have damage to the valve, you will see a hole in the valve.

Warning: Working on the safety valve yourself does pose a small level of danger. Do this at your own risk. If you don’t want the risk, then take it to an authorized service center. A utensil repair professional can also repair this, but it depends on how much damage was done to the pressure cooker.

As we said, you can use two methods to replace the safety valve if you have a leak: You can replace it from the inside of the lid, or you can replace it from the outside of the lid. Before attempting either consult your user manual.

To replace the safety valve from the outside, you will use a screwdriver on the outside to turn the screw, while you hold the screw and keep it from twisting on the inside. Once it releases, use a cotton swab to clean the inside of the hole.

Check for surface damage as well to make sure that you don’t have structural problems. Examine the o-ring as well to make sure that it doesn’t have defects. Replace the safety valve with the new one and tighten it up.

From the inside, you will use a wrench to unscrew the safety, while the screwdriver will hold the screw in place. Once you have released it, do the same thing as you did with the first method. Replace the safety valve and tighten it back up.

While you can replace them via the DIY method, don’t try to fix a broken safety valve. The replacement parts only cost between $2 to $17 to replace a safety valve. Buy from a genuine brand because it guarantees that you fix the problem.

Considering the cheap cost, you may want to buy a spare because you can replace it at a moment’s notice. When the pressure reaches a dangerous level, the safety valve acts as the canary in the coal mine. This blows out before it explodes. The safety valve attempts to bring the pressure back down to a normal level.

Never use a damaged valve because it doesn’t provide the same level of protection. You may experience similar problems as before like the valve leaking, or the valve shutting down altogether. Both scenarios put you in a dangerous situation.

The safety valve leaking poses a danger at the first sign of damage. With that in mind, a leak only gives you one example of what can happen to them. You should replace the safety valve whenever it becomes cracked or brittle. As soon as you see the damage, replace it.

Inspect the safety valve for signs of wear before each use. Another reason that manufacturers say to only fill the pressure cooker two-thirds full is that it ensures that the food doesn’t block the safety valve. The pressure cooker will build a dangerous level of pressure if that happens.

Let’s say that the food blocked the pressure release valve. The safety valve may melt to release the steam. That becomes the last stop before the pressure cooker explodes. The valve helps to maintain the pressure levels. While you have other safety features, this component especially protects you.

Thorough cleaning after using your pressure cooker will go a long way to helping it stay in tip-top condition. Handwash the pressure cooker lid with soap and warm water. Never put a pressure cooker in the dishwasher because this can be hard on the more sensitive components like the gaskets and rubber ring or seal.

A leaking safety valve doesn’t always mean danger, but look for the cause if it continues after you reach the desired PSI. Some steam leaking is normal, but you shouldn’t see an excessive amount of it leaking. That indicates that your pressure cooker has too much pressure.

Never try to repair a damaged safety valve. You can simply replace them, but if you don’t feel comfortable doing it yourself, hire a professional. Always pay attention to leaks because they can stop your pressure cooker from building pressure.

Water heaters come equipped with a temperature and pressure relief valve, also known as a TPRV. This valve allows water or steam to escape from the water heater if the temperature or pressure gets too high. This prevents a water heater from exploding or turning into a missile.

When a TPRV at a water heater leaks, it’s usually a simple fix; just replace the valve. These valves cost less than $15 and replacing the valve is a basic job. There are plenty of videos on YouTube showing how to do this, and the whole project probably won’t take more than fifteen minutes.

If you replace a TPRV and it starts leaking again, it probably means the valve is doing its job; it’s relieving excess pressure. When this happens, the fix gets a little bit more involved, and some troubleshooting is in order.

The TPRV on a water heater is set to discharge at 150 PSI or 210° Fahrenheit.  These numbers will be printed right on the valve, or on a tag attached to the valve.  See below.

If a pressure relief valve for a boiler is accidentally installed on a water heater, it will leak like crazy from the start. These valves may look identical, but they’re set to go off at 30 psi, not 150 psi.

A closed system exists when water can’t leave your house. One way for this to happen is to have a check valve installed on the water supply coming into the home. I don’t see a lot of these in Minnesota, but I do see them periodically.

The other way to create a closed system is to have a pressure regulator installed that contains a built-in check valve. With either of these installed, water can’t leave the house. When water expands and can’t go anywhere, pressure in the system increases. Watch your pressure gauge to verify this. Once the pressure gets to 150 PSI, the TPRV should do its job and leak.

A water system provided with a check valve, backflow preventer, or other normally closed device that prevents dissipation of building pressure back into the water main shall be provided with an approved, listed, and adequately sized expansion tank or other approved device having a similar function to control thermal expansion.