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GAS CONNECTION
1.7 GAS CONNECTION
(1) Fit a union to the water heater gas inlet for easy connection and removal. The thread
diameter is 18mm.
THIS DOES NOT INDICATE THE SIZE OF THE GAS SUPPLY refer to AS 5601
for guidance on pipe sizing.
(2) Fit an AGA approved isolating gas cock in the supply line adjacent to the water heater
gas connection.
(3) Ensure that the supply pipe and the gas pressure regulator (LPG or Natural Gas) has
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alone will require a regulator of 4KG per hour capacity.
(5) Before connecting the appliance to the gas service purge any debris or air from the gas
service. Venting of purged gas shall be an area free of sources of ignition.
Close the isolating gas cock prior to connection of the appliance.
(6) After connection check all joints for leaks with an approved leak tester.
Refer to AS 5601 Installation Code for pipe sizing details.
The Apricus GK1620/GK2020/GK2620 requires a minimum of 125/160/200 MJ/h
respectively.
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other gas appliances in the premises.