Warningsign

The new LCC27 valve looks different to the current POL valve (refer to the image below). It has both an inside and outside thread, ensuring it is compatible with all existing and future BBQ and LPG appliance connections. You do not need to buy a new BBQ or patio heater to use the new LPG valve,

After 1 April 2022, all newly made BBQs and gas appliances must be sold with new hose fittings (or connections), specifically designed for the new LCC27 valve on gas cylinders.

The LCC27 valve is being introduced to improve safety and reduce the risk of BBQ fires and accidental gas leakage from LPG cylinders. A timeline of these changes is shown below.

The new appliance connection attaches to the new valve using the outside thread, rather than the inside. It is easier to attach due to the large plastic nut and is screwed on in a clockwise direction.

The new LCC27 hose connection (refer to the image below) has been designed specifically for the LCC27 valve and contains the thermal cut-out feature to stop gas from flowing if there is a fire.

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If there are no leaks, turn on the gas flow, by turning the valve handle (on top) in an anti-clockwise direction. Gas will stop flowing if you unscrew the hose, even if the handle has not been turned off. However, the cylinder valve handle must be closed before disconnecting the hose assembly for replacement or refilling.

Hazard symbols and meanings

To connect to your current LPG appliance, simply screw your BBQ or gas appliance hose end into the inside threaded opening of the valve in anti-clockwise direction, until a tight connection has been made.

Self Adhesive Option: Each Hazchem Safety Sign will be applied with strong self adhesive backing for quick installation on to any smooth flat surface.

Poisonous chemicals pose serious health hazards if exposed to humans. If these chemicals are mishandled or swallowed, they have the potential to cause serious harm or even fatalities.

Hazard symbol

If you have a new BBQ or appliance with the new connection, you must not use an adaptor to connect to the old Type 21 or POL cylinder connection.

When you next exchange your BBQ or outdoor gas appliance LP Gas cylinder, you may receive a cylinder with the new valve.

Corrosive symbol

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You won’t need to replace your BBQ or outdoor gas appliance as the new 'LCC27' valve will safely and easily connect to the hose on your existing BBQ.

Cylinders with the current 'Type 21 (POL)' valves may continue to be used. These valves will be phased out over a ten-year period as each LPG cylinder is due for a retest or ten-year change over.

Adaptors are an additional leakage risk and the change from right hand thread on the appliance LCC27 connector to left hand thread on the POL cylinder valve means tightening one side of the adapter risks creating a new leak at the other end of the adaptor.

After 1 April 2022 all new appliances must be supplied with the new connection; only appliances made before this date can still be sold with the old connection.

From 1 April 2022 the new connection will be mandatory on all new BBQs, patio heaters and other outdoor LPG appliances with a hose assembly manufactured after this date. Refer to the transition timeline below for details.