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GAS CONNECTION WITH RIGID PIPES OR A FLEXIBLE PIPE
The gas connection is made up of:
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the terminal fitting of the inlet pipe;
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sealing washer.
Important!
If fitted, remove the hose holder from the terminal fitting of the inlet pipe.
When connecting the cooker to the gas supply with rigid pipes or a flexible pipe,
make sure that
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you use rigid pipes or a flexible pipe complying with applicable local regulations. The
flexible pipe shall be of the correct construction for the type of gas being used.
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if compression fittings are used, you tighten them firmly using two spanners (fig. 9.3).
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the connection with rigid metal pipes does not cause stress or pressure to the gas
piping.
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the flexible pipe is not under tension, twisted, kinked or too tightly bent, neither while
the appliance is in use nor while it is being connected or disconnected.
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the flexiple pipe does not exceed 2000 mm in length (or refer to applicable local regu-
lations) and does not come into contact with sharp edges, corners or moving parts.
Use a single flexible pipe only; never connect the cooker with more than one flexible
pipe.
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the flexible pipe can easily be inspected along its entire length to check its condition;
if it has an expiry date, it should be replaced before that date.
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if using a flexible pipe which is not entirely made of metal, make sure that it does not
come into contact with any part of the cooker with a surface temperature of 70°C or
above (or refer to applicable local regulations).
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the hose is not subject to excessive heat by direct exposure to flue products or by
contact with hot surfaces.
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the rigid or flexible pipe is replaced if it shows signs of wear or damage.
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a gas pressure regulator, in compliance with the applicable local regulations, is in-
stalled when connecting to an LPG cylinder.
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you inform the customer that the cylinder valve or the supply valve immediately by the
appliance should be closed when the cooker is not in use.
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you inform the customer that the rigid or flexible pipe should not be subjected to cor-
rosion by acidic cleaning agents.
After connecting the cooker to the gas supply, make sure that you
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check that the connections are correctly sealed using a soapy solution, but never a
naked flame.
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check whether the injectors are correct for the type of gas being used. If not, follow
the instructions under “GAS MAINTENANCE”.
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replace the sealing washer/s on the slightest sign of deformation or imperfection. The
sealing washer/s is/are the part/s which guarantee/s a good seal in the gas connec-
tion.
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use two spanners when connecting the rigid or flexible pipe (fig. 9.3).