How do I attach and detach my gas hose?

February 27 2025 1:08pm • Est. Read Time: 4 MIN



 ⚠ BEFORE YOU BEGIN:

  • Switch off the oven or gas burner and disconnect from any gas source

  • Ensure that the device is completely cool

  • Work on a clear surface in a low-dust workspace

  • Ooni Koda 12 and Ooni Koda 16 should have the stone baking board removed. Collapse the oven's legs and then gently lay the oven upside-down on a soft surface to prevent any scratches or damage to the top shell

  • If you don't feel comfortable performing any of the advice, we recommend you ask a local gas engineer to help

⚠ WARNING:

  • Failure to follow all instructions could result in serious injury and/or property damage.

  • Some parts may contain sharp edges. Wear protective gloves if necessary

  • If you smell gas:

    • Shut off the gas supply

    • Extinguish any open flame

    • If the smell persists, keep a safe distance and contact your local fire department

  • Read and follow all safety instructions, assembly instructions and care instructions before attempting to assemble and cook.  


Attaching a gas hose

Find below the mBar power of your oven or gas burner, this is normally specific to your region.

For illustrative purposes only. Your product may vary but this advice remains the same for all our gas ovens and gas burner models.

28 mBar

(5/8" UNF thread connection)

Step 1: Screw the brass connection onto the gas valve, then tighten by hand.                                                                      
Step 2: Secure the gas valve with a spanner while using a second to tighten the brass connection by a quarter-turn.
Step 3: Perform a gas leak test before firing up. How do I perform a gas leak test?


30 & 37 mBar 

(8mm - 10mm barb adaptor)

Step 1: Holding the oven with one hand, push the hose onto the barb adapter.Step 2: Secure the hose onto the barb by tightening the jubilee clip with a screwdriver.
Step 3: Perform a gas leak test before firing up. How do I perform a gas leak test?
Note: When cool, hoses can be stiff but it can be softened up by warming the hose before fitting it:

  • Hot air: Use a hairdryer or heat gun on a low setting and gently heat the hose for about 30 seconds. This can help soften it, making it more flexible and easier to fit. Be cautious not to overheat the hose to avoid any damages
  • Warm water: Alternatively, you can pour warm (not boiling) water over the hose. Soaking it briefly for 30 seconds or so will help loosen it up.


30, 37 & 50 mBar

(1/4" thread connection)

Step 1: Start screwing the hose connection onto the oven with your fingers or spanner.Step 2: Use a spanner to hold the oven, while using a second spanner to quarter-turn the hose connection until secure. 
Step 3: Perform a gas leak test before firing up. How do I perform a gas leak test?


37 mBar
(8mm barb connection)

Step 1: Holding the oven with one hand, push the hose onto the barb adapter.Step 2: Secure the hose onto the barb by tightening the jubilee clip with a screwdriver.
Step 3: Perform a gas leak test before firing up. How do I perform a gas leak test?
Note: When cool, hoses can be stiff but it can be softened up by warming the hose before fitting it:

  • Hot air: Use a hairdryer or heat gun on a low setting and gently heat the hose for about 30 seconds. This can help soften it, making it more flexible and easier to fit. Be cautious not to overheat the hose to avoid any damages
  • Warm water: Alternatively, you can pour warm (not boiling) water over the hose. Soaking it briefly for 30 seconds or so will help loosen it up.



Detaching a gas hose

Find below the mBar power of your oven or gas burner, this is normally specific to your region.

For illustrative purposes only. Your product may vary but this advice remains the same for all our gas ovens and gas burner models.

28 mBar
(5/8" UNF thread connection)

Step 1: Use a spanner to hold the oven, while using a second spanner to loosen the brass connection.
Step 2: Continue turning the brass connection with the spanner or fingers until fully removed.


30 & 37 mBar

(8mm - 10mm barb adaptor)

Step 1: Use a screwdriver to loosen the jubilee clip.Step 2: Hold the oven, and pull the hose off the barb.
Note: When cool, hoses can be stiff to remove but it can be softened up by warming the hose before removing it:

  • Hot air: Use a hairdryer or heat gun on a low setting and gently heat the hose for about 30 seconds. This can help soften it, making it more flexible and easier to remove. Be cautious not to overheat the hose to avoid any damages
  • Warm water: Alternatively, you can pour warm (not boiling) water over the hose. Soaking it briefly for 30 seconds or so will help loosen it up.
Always wear protective gloves when doing this, as the metal can get hot. Avoid cutting the hose to prevent any damages to the oven or injury.


30, 37 & 50 mBar

(1/4" thread connection)

Step 1: Use a spanner to hold the oven, while using a second spanner to loosen the hose connection.
Step 2: Continue turning the hose connection with the spanner or fingers until fully removed.


37 mBar

(8mm barb connection)

Step 1: Use a screwdriver to loosen the jubilee clip.
Step 2: Hold the oven, and gently pull the hose off the barb.
Note: When cool, hoses can be stiff to remove but it can be softened up by warming the hose before removing it:

  • Hot air: Use a hairdryer or heat gun on a low setting and gently heat the hose for about 30 seconds. This can help soften it, making it more flexible and easier to remove. Be cautious not to overheat the hose to avoid any damages
  • Warm water: Alternatively, you can pour warm (not boiling) water over the hose. Soaking it briefly for 30 seconds or so will help loosen it up.
Always wear protective gloves when doing this, as the metal can get hot.  Avoid cutting the hose to prevent any damages to the oven or injury.


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