Instructions for the installer
3. 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.
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