Instructions for the Installer
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4.
GAS CONNECTION
This appliance is suitable for installation with Natural Gas or LPG
(propane). Refer to page 12 for the relevant burner pressure and
appropriate injector sizes. When the appliance is to be connected to
Natural Gas then the pressure regulator supplied must be fitted to the gas
inlet. A test point (for checking the gas pressure) is supplied either with the
regulator or as a separate fitting in the case of LPG (propane) appliances.
Connection of the appliance to the gas supply must be in accordance with
the requirements of AS5601. A ½” BSP connector at the inlet is
recommended and the gas supply line to the appliance must be of
adequate length to allow sufficient withdrawal of appliance for service or
disconnection and be:
1.
annealed copper pipe or;
2.
flexible hose according to AS/NZ1869 & be at least Class “B”, 10 mm
diameter.
The appliance must be installed with provision to allow the gas to be turned off and disconnected for
servicing and removal of the appliance as required from the gas supply.
Before the appliance is operated make certain all relevant parts are placed in the correct position.
When the installation is completed the installation connections of appliance will require to be leak
tested, the burner operating pressure and flame checked and adjusted.
Warranty service calls do not cover these adjustments!
To check the operating pressure of the appliance it is recommended at least 2 large size burners are
used. Ensure appliance is secured to wall when installation is completed.
N.G. The regulator supplied must be fitted to the ½ BSP thread at the rear of the appliance. An
approved manual shut-off valve must be installed. The N.G. regulator must be checked and adjusted
to 1.0kPa after installation.
L.P.G.
Can be connected to the inlet fitting directly. The pressure must be
checked to ensure it is operating at 2.75kPa. A separate test point fitting
must be installed between the piping & the appliance for the pressure to be
checked to ensure it is operating at 2.75kPa.
