Instructions for the Installer
8
2.3
Gas connection
This appliance is suitable for installation with Natural
Gas or ULPG (propane). Refer to page 12 for the
relevant burner pressure and appropriate injector sizes.
When the appliance is to be connected to Natural Gas
then the pressure regulator supplied must be fitted to the
gas inlet. A test point (for checking the gas pressure) is
supplied either with the regulator or as a separate fitting
in the case of ULPG (propane) appliances.
Connection of the appliance to the gas supply must be in
accordance with the requirements of AS5601. A ½” BSP
connector at the inlet is recommended and the gas
supply line to the appliance must be of adequate length
to allow sufficient withdrawal of appliance for service or
disconnection and be:
1.
annealed copper pipe or;
2.
flexible hose according to AS/NZ1869 & be at least
Class “B”, 10 mm diameter.
The cooker must be installed with provision to allow the gas to be turned
off and disconnected for servicing and removal of the appliance as
required from the gas supply.
Before the cooker is operated make certain all relevant parts are placed
in the correct position.
When the installation is completed the installation connections of cooker
will require to be leak tested, the burner operating pressure and flame
checked and adjusted.
Warranty service calls do not cover these adjustments!
To check the operating pressure of the appliance it is recommended at
least 2 large size burners are used. Ensure appliance is secured to wall
when installation is completed.
N.G. The regulator supplied must be fitted to the ½ BSP thread at the
rear of the appliance. An approved manual shut-off valve must be
installed. The N.G. regulator must be checked and adjusted to 1.0kPa
after installation.
ULPG: Can be connected to the inlet fitting
directly. The pressure must be checked to
ensure it is operating at 2.75kPa. A separate
test point fitting must be installed between the
piping & the appliance for the pressure to be
checked to ensure it is operating at 2.75kPa.
