When Is a Gas Valve Shut off?

Gas shutoff valves
When the long side of the nub or handle is parallel to the incoming gas line, it's open and the gas is flowing. When it's turned a quarter turn, perpendicular to the incoming pipe, it's closed.

When should you turn off gas valve?

When to turn off your gas

In an emergency, your gas can be turned off at the main gas service shutoff valve. Do not shut off the gas unless you smell gas, hear gas escaping, see a broken gas line or suspect a gas leak.

Where are gas shut off valves required?

Gas shutoff valves at individual gas-fired appliances

Building codes require that a gas shutoff be located at each appliance and outside of the jacket or cover of the appliance.

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