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1. The installation
MUST BE
in compliance with BS 6173:2001-Installation of gas-fired catering appliances
for use in all types of catering establishments (1st, 2nd and 3rd family gases).
2. Installation and testing
MUST BE
carried out by a Gas Safe registered installation engineer.
3. Cleaning solutions and chemicals must not come into contact with any part of the gas hose. This
includes acids, solvents, fluxes, chlorinated chemicals etc. In the event of contact with the gas hose,
rinse immediately with clean water and dry thoroughly.
4. Contact with sharp objects, wiring etc. and surfaces at temperatures in excess of 105 degrees celsius
shall be avoided.
5. Bending and flexing of hoses should be limited to movement required to carefully push and pull
appliance into and out of position for cleaning and maintenance.
6. Gas hoses are for use with 1st, 2nd, and 3rd family gas, operating at a pressure not in excess of
50mbar.
7. End fittings are bonded into the ends of the gas hose, and no attempt should be made to remove them.
8. Once fitted, gas hoses must not be reused on another appliance or at another location.
9.
THE HOSE ASSEMBLY MUST BE FITTED SO THAT GAS ENTERS THE FEMALE HALF OF THE
QUICK-DISCONNECT COUPLING AND EXITS THE MALE (NIPPLE) HALF. DIRECTION ARROWS ARE
PERMANENTLY MARKED ON THE QUICK-DISCONNECT COUPLING.
10. Never insert screwdrivers, probes etc. into the quick-disconnect coupling. This will damage the valve
assembly.
11. Never allow the gas hose to be kinked, twisted, torqued or pinched when installed.
12. Ensure that only the restraining device supplied with the Dormont hose is fitted. The restraining
device must be used when the appliance is in service, and should be inspected as part of the regular
maintenance and safety procedures.
13. Use only one gas hose per appliance.
14. For installations where greater mobility is required, Dormont Swivel MAX® gas hose assemblies are
recommended.
15. Quick-disconnect coupling must be disconnected prior to maximum movement of appliance to avoid
over extending the gas hose. Whenever the appliance is moved for cleaning or maintenance, the
instructions contained within this booklet must be followed.
Flexible Gas Hose
Installation and
Operating Instructions
WARNING
!
WARNING
!
Read this Manual BEFORE operating this equipment.
Failure to read and follow all safety and use information can result in death,
serious personal injury, property damage, or damage to the equipment.
Keep this Manual for future reference.
