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INSTALLATION GUIDE AND USER MANUAL
CONNECTING GAS TO RANGE TOP
This range top is designed to operate at a pressure of 4” of water column on natural gas or 10” of water column on
propane gas (LPG).
This rangetop can be convert for use on Liquid propane gas (LPG). When using this range top on LPG gas, conversion
must be made by a qualified installer before attempting to operate the range top on that gas.
For correct operation, the pressure of natural gas supplied to the regulator should be between 4” and 5” of water
column. For LP gas, the pressure supplied must be between 10” and 12” of water column.
When checking for correct operation of the regulator, the inlet pressure must be at least 1” more than the operating
manifold pressure as given above.
The pressure regulator located at the inlet of the range top manifold must remain in the supply line regardless of
Natural (NG) or Liquid Propane (LP) gas is being used.
A flexible metal appliance connector used to connect the range top to the gas supply should be 3 feet/91.4 cm max. in
length for easy installation. In Canada, flexible connectors should be single wall metal connectors less than 6
feet/182.9 cm in length.
Shut off the main gas supply valve before removing the old cooking appliance (if applicable) and leave it off until the
new hook-up has been completed. Don’t forget to relight the pilots on other gas appliances when you turn the gas back
on.
Because hard piping restricts movement of the range top, the use of a CSA certified flexible metal appliance connector
is recommended unless local codes require a hard-piped connection. Never reuse an old connector when installing a
new range top. If the hard piping method is used, you must carefully align the pipe.
To prevent gas leaks, use pipe joint compound resistant to NG gases on all male external pipe threads.
1. In an easily accessible location, install a service manual gas shut off valve. Be sure everyone operating the range
top knows where and how to shut off the gas supply to the cook top.
2. Use a flexible gas line to connect to the 1/2” fitting, located on the bottom right hand corner underneath the range
top.
3. When all connections have been made, be sure all range top controls are in the off position and turn on the main
gas supply valve. Check for gas leaks by using a 75% water, 25% dish washing soap solution. If a gas leak is present,
shut off gas immediately, tighten all connections, and retest for leaks.
Any opening in the wall behind the appliance and in the floor under the appliance shall be sealed.
GUIDELINES FOR USING RANGE TOP BURNERS
There are dual burners that have the same low turn-down setting (SIM) for gentle simmering (620 BTU/hr). Use the
SIM setting for melting chocolate and butter, cooking rice and delicate sauces, simmering soups and stews, and
keeping cooked food hot.
Never leave the range top unattended when in use. Boil over causes smoking and greasy spills that may ignite.
Never allow flames to extend beyond cookware or curl up its sides. This could discolor and damage the utensil and
you may get burned touching a hot handle.
