SECTION 9: G
AS
P
IPING
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SECTION 9: GAS PIPING
Install the gas hose as shown in
Figure 23
. The gas
hose accommodates expansion of the heating
system and allows for easy installation and service of
the burner. Before connecting the burners to the
supply system, verify that all high pressure testing of
the gas piping has been completed.
There is an expansion of the tube with each firing
cycle; this will cause the burner to move with respect
to the gas hose. This can cause a gas leak resulting
in an unsafe condition if the gas connection is not
made strictly in accordance with
Figure 23
.
Meter and service must be large enough to handle all
the burners being installed plus any other connected
load. The gas hose which feeds the system must be
large enough to supply the required gas with a
maximum pressure drop of 1/2" w.c. When gas piping
is not included in the layout drawing, the local gas
supplier will usually help in planning the gas piping.
Gas lines must meet applicable codes:
United States:
The Flexible Stainless Steel Gas
Hose (US models) supplied with the heater is certi-
fied per the Standard for Connectors for Gas Appli-
ances, ANSI Z21.24/CSA 6.10 - latest revision.
Canada:
The Rubber Type 1 Gas Hose (Canadian
models) optional with the heater is certified as being
in compliance with the Standard for Elastomeric
Composite Hose and Hose Couplings for Conducting
Propane and Natural Gas, CAN/CGA 8.1 - Latest
revision.
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soap and water solution; never use an open
flame.
WARNING
Fire Hazard
Tighten gas hose fittings to connect gas
supply according to Figure 23.
Gas hose can crack when twisted.
Gas hose moves during normal operation.
Use only 36" (91 cm) long connector of 1/2" or
3/4" nominal ID.
Connector supplied with heater for U.S.
models (not with Canadian models).
Failure to follow these instructions can result
in death, injury or property damage.
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Leak test all components of gas piping
before operation.
Gas can leak if piping is not installed prop-
erly.
Do not high pressure test gas piping with
burner connected.
Failure to follow these instructions can result
in death, injury or property damage.
