How to disconnect a gas cooker

Can I disconnect a gas cooker myself or does it need a gas engineer? It looks like it’s just one connection at the back, but I don’t want to do anything dodgy or end up with a gas leak because I assumed it was simple.

Asked by Simon on 7th Feb 2026
Expert Trade Answers
"Hi no you need gas safe engineer to do this
If you do it could be gas leak and you can't check it"
Answered on 7th Feb 2026 - Member since Nov 2023 - report
"Technically you can if it’s a bayonet fittting , so push and twist type however sometimes they can stick if grease or other contaminants have got inside which is why it’s good to have a safety check after ."
Answered on 7th Feb 2026 - Member since Jan 2026 - report
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