Series Premier VS-VH
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LT135 Dec 2019
Flexible Gas Connector Lines
Gas Flex Line Connector sizes for Burners with firing rates: (1 MBH = 1 000 BTU/hr)
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Requires ½” dia. x 36” (90 cm) long
In Canada:
Only use Type I Hose Connector that is (a) 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; and (b)
of a length of 36” ± 6” (90 ± 15 cm).
In the United States:
The Flexible Metallic Connector Hose must be certified for use on a Radiant Tube type
Infrared Heater per the Standard for Connectors for Gas Appliances, ANSI Z21.24/CSA 6.10.
Failure to install the Gas Connection in the approved manner will result in a hazardous and potentially
deadly situation due to the movement of the heat exchanger and burner in the normal course of operation.
Installation or repair of this heater should only be done by personnel qualified for the installation of
powered gas appliances.
(Certified by the local or national regulating body)
Flexible Gas Connector Line
A Flexible Gas Connector of approved type and size must be installed as shown in Figure 39 and Figure 40, in one
plane, and without sharp bends, kinks or twists. A smooth loop of approximately 12” (30 cm) in diameter is best.
Refer to Figure 39 for examples of correct and incorrect positioning
Figure 39: Installation Position Instructions
