Gas supply lines for gas log fireplace

[Ron Poteet]

Just ran into this yesterday. Heat-n-glo gas log unit installed in the corner of a basement.
Two flex lines joined together from steel gas pipe are supplying the unit. Wasn't sure how to call or phrase this defect. Any suggestions?

[John Arnold]

IRC G2422.1.2.1 (411.1.3.1) Maximum length. Connectors shall have an overall length not to exceed 3 feet (914 mm), except for range and domestic clothes dryer connectors, which shall not exceed 6 feet (1829 mm) in overall length. Measurement shall be made along the centerline of the connector. Only one connector shall be used for each appliance.