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EXHAUST CANOPY
It is essential that facilities be provided over the griddle
to carry off fumes and gases. However, the unit should
not be directly connected to a flue or stack.
LEVELING UNIT
This griddle is supplied with (4) feet which must be
screwed into the legs attached to the body. Level unit
by adjusting the (4) feet which have an adjustment of
1-3/4" (43.75mm) for accurate and perfect lineup with
other units.
CAUTION
Do not install without attaching feet. Do not
remove feet. Installation without feet will cause
improper combustion and possible injury or
death.
MANUAL SHUT OFF VALVE
A manual shut off valve should be installed upstream
from the union and within 6 feet (1.829m) of this
appliance.
GAS PRESSURE REGULATOR
A pressure regulator is provided with each griddle. It
should be connected to the inlet pipe at the rear of the
unit. The gas supply line is then connected to it. The
pressure regulator is shipped set for 10" water column
manifold pressure for use with propane gas.
CAUTION
Gas pressure coming from the source must not
exceed 1/2 PSIG, otherwise damage to the gas
regulator and thermostat will occur.
GAS PIPING
Gas piping shall be of such size and so installed as to
provide a supply of gas sufficient to meet the full gas
input of the appliance. If the appliance is to be connected
to existing piping, it shall be checked to determine if it
has adequate capacity. Joint compound (pipe dope)
shall be used sparingly and only on the male threads of
the pipe joints. Such compounds shall be resistant to
the action of LP gases. To connect to gas supply, attach
pipe nipple provided with unit, attach pressure regulator
to nipple, and gas supply to regulator. See Figure 1.
WARNING: Any loose dirt or metal particles which
are allowed to enter the gas lines on this appliance will
damage the valve and affect its operation. When
installing this appliance, all pipe and fittings must be free
from loose dirt.
CHECKING FOR GAS LEAKS
Soap and water solution or other material acceptable
for the purpose, shall be used in locating gas leakage.
Matches, candle flame or other sources of ignition
shall not be used for this purpose. Check entire piping
system for leaks.
PILOT LIGHT REGULATION
The pilot lights on this griddle have been turned off at
the factory. Adjust pilot light flames as small as possible,
but high enough to light burner immediately when
burner valve is turned on high. See Figure 2.
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