INSTALLATION
These technical instructions have been prepared for use by Authorised persons. This unit must only be
installed by an Authorized person. The installation must be carried out by qualified personnel in
accordance with the relevant requirements of the Gas Safety Regulations, the local Building Regulations.
GAS CONNECTION
For MJ/H rating of the freestanding range refer to the rating plate that is located on the range
Gas-powered devices for home use, which are not connected to a conduit for the evacuation of
combustion products, must not cause a concentration of carbon monoxide that could pose a health risk
to the persons exposed in relation to the time of exposure. We recommend checking that the appliance is
properly set up for the type of gas distributed. The connection to the gas pipes must be made in a
workman like manner, in compliance with current standards that prescribe the installation of a safety tap at
the end of the pipe. The Gas Connection is male ½”.
Natural Gas
The appliance is factory set for Natural gas and is supplied with a 1kPa regulator that must be
fitted to the gas supply to the appliance.
ULP Gas
The ULPG gas pressure regulator must be set to provide a supply pressure of 2.75kPa
conforming to standards regulations in force should be fitted. Fit the test point assembly to the gas
connection when installing for use with ULPG Gas.
GAS SUPPLY CONNECTION
This appliance is suitable for use with either a flexible connection or rigid copper connection. If installing
the appliance with a flexible connection the flexible connection must be Australia Gas Association
approved to class B of AS/NZS1869 as a minimum.Using a Plumbezy flexible hose, AGA approval number
6196, 10mm ID, class D and between 1-1.2m long in accordance with AG601 for a “high level
connection”. During installation ensure that the flexible connection be located so as to prevent
excessive operating temperatures affecting the hose. Under no circumstance is the temperature of the
flexible connection to exceed its approved rating. The flexible connection should also be checked visually
for any abrasion, defect or kinking and replaced or repositioned to prevent abrasion, kinking and
permanent deformation if necessary. It is recommended that an isolating valve and union be fitted, to
enable simple disconnection for servicing. These are to be in an accessible location. Ensure when fitting
the elbow supplied with the appliance that the sealing washer is used to prevent gas leaks.
Warning: Once the installation has been completed, check if there is any gas leakage by using
soapy water or other suitable leak detection fluids.
DO NOT USE FLAMES TO CHECK ANY GAS LEAKAGES.
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