GAS CONNECTION
NG Models
LPG Models
Ensure the supplied regulator is fitted.
Adjust to obtain a test point pressure of 1kPa with
all burners operating at the highest setting.
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Ensure the connection point will be accessible with
the installed cooktop.
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Use an isolating valve close to the cooktop.
If connecting the gas with a flexible hose:
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Ensure the hose is long enough to allow for removal
of cooktop for servicing.
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Ensure the connected is located as shown in
‘Clearace dimensions’.
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The hose assembly must be AS/NZ 1869 Class
B or D certified, with an Rp 1/2” (ISO7-1) female
thread connection.
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The hose assembly must be longer than 1.2m in
length with minimum internal diameter of 10mm
and comply with relevant AS 5601/NZS 5261
requirements.
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Ensure the hose is not kinked, and not subjected to
abrasion or permanently deformed.
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Ensure the hose is not near or in contact with any
hot surfaces (eg base of metal hotplate, flue, or
chassis of underbench oven, etc).
Ensure the supplied test point adapter is fitted.
Adjust to obtain a test point pressure of 1kPa with
all burners operating at the highest setting.
manual shut-off valve
‘open’ position
gas supply line
to cooktop
NATURAL GAS MODELS
LPG MODELS
ALL MODELS
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Ensure all dials are set to
OFF
before connecting cooktop to gas supply.
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After final gas connection is made, turn gas supply on and test all connections in gas
supply piping for gas leaks with a soapy water solution.
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In order to avoid property damage or serious personal injury, never use a match or open
flame. If a leak is present, tighten joint or unscrew, apply more joint compound, tighten
again and retest connection for leak.
ON
GAS
LEAK TESTING
Leak test points
Manual shut-off valve
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