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5.
Gas connection
Install in accordance with relevant gas standards and/or codes of practice applicable.
Connect the elbow fitting to the appliance gas manifold connection and check that seals
between the elbow and manifold connection are in place and in good condition.
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For Natural gas: connect the natural gas appliance regulator (pictured below)
with integral test point using approved gas thread tape or compound to the elbow
fitting.
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For Universal LPG: connect the Test point adapter (pictured below) with integral
test point using approved gas thread tape or compound to the elbow fitting.
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Ensure the supply connection point, test point and natural gas regulator
adjustment screw (for Natural gas installation) are accessible for testing and/or
adjustment with the hotplate in the installed position.
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Where a flexible hose assembly is used, ensure it is approved to AS/NZS 1869,
Class B or D with maximum length of 1.2m. Any hose assembly used must be
restrained from accidental contact with the flue outlet of an under bench oven.
This hose assembly shall be suitable for connection to a fixed consumer piping
outlet located as follows:
Hotplates at a point 800mm to 850mm above the floor and in the region outside the width
of the appliance to a distance of 250mm.