Instructions for the Installer
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2.4
Gas connection
2.4.1
Connection with rubber hose
When connecting with a rubber hose (which must be compliant with the relevant standards), ensure
that the total length of the pipeline is not more than 1.5 metres; also ensure that the hose does not
touch moving parts and is not crushed. The inside diameter of the hose must be 8 mm for BOTTLED
GAS and 13 mm for NATURAL GAS and TOWN GAS.
Check that all the conditions listed below are met:
•
the hose must be fixed to the hose connector with a safety band clamp;
•
the hose does not touch hot surfaces at any point (max. 50 °C);
•
there are no traction forces or stresses acting on the hose and there are no tight bends or kinks
along its length;
•
the hose does not touch sharp components or edges;
•
if the hose is not perfectly gastight and causes gas leaks,
do not attempt to repair it
: replace it
with a new hose;
•
check that the hose's expiration date, screen-printed on it, has not been passed.
CONNECTION USING RUBBER HOSES COMPLIANT WITH THE RELEVANT STANDARDS IS
ONLY PERMITTED IF THE HOSE IS ACCESSIBLE FOR INSPECTION ALONG ITS ENTIRE
LENGTH.
2.4.2
Natural and town gas connection
Make the connection to the gas main using a rubber hose compliant with the
specifications provided in the relevant standard (check that the hose is marked
with the code of this standard).
Screw the hose connector
A
on to the appliance's gas union
B
fitting the seal
C
between them. Fit the hose
D
onto the hose connector
A
and secure it with the
band clamp
E
compliant with the relevant standards.
2.4.3
Connecting to the gas cylinder in the compartment inside the appliance (on some
models only)
Open the compartment in the side of the appliance
and place a gas cylinder of no more than 15 kg
inside. Fit one end of the hose onto the hose
connector and secure it with one of the two hose
clamps provided. Insert the hose into the gas
cylinder compartment through the hole on the rear of
the appliance, as shown on the right. Fit the other
end of the hose onto the gas cylinder pressure
regulator and secure it with the other hose clamp
provided.
Check for any leaks with a soapy
solution, never with a naked light.
The connection between the cooker and the gas cylinder must be made using a piece of hose
compliant with the relevant standards and at least 1.4 m long.
