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Gas Connection

Note
  • This appliance must be installed and connected in accordance with installation regulations in force in the country in which the appliance is to be used.

  • It is the law that all gas appliances are installed by competent persons in accordance with the current edition of the Gas Safety Installation and Use Regulations.

  • It is in your interest and that of safety to ensure compliance with the law.

  • Failure to install the hob correctly could invalidate the warranty, liability claims and lead to prosecution.

  • The appliance must be connected in accordance with the currently applicable regulations.

  • Before installing the appliance, check that the local conditions (type of gas and pressure) are compatible with the appliance settings. The permissible appliance settings can be found on the rating plate.

  • Connection to the gas lines and seal fitting must be carried out professionally according to the currently applicable standards.

Gas Connection on the Appliance

The gas connection is located at the rear right of the appliance.

Only use connecting lines or flexible hoses (tubes) which comply with the applicable regulations and which are approved for this purpose.

Gas supply replacement and installation guidelines:

  • Screw the female threaded elbow and the seal to the end of the gas pipe.

  • Hold the elbow with a wrench and connect the flexible gas connecting tube (hose) to the elbow.

  1. Gas Pipe

  2. G1/2" female threaded elbow (suitable for 24 mm wrench)

  3. Seal

  4. ┤10 hose connector (suitable for 24 mm wrench)

Flexible hose

If you use flexible hoses, make sure that:

  • The hoses must not become trapped or squashed.

  • The hoses must not be subject to twisting or pulling forces.

  • The hoses must not come into contact with sharp edges or cutting edges.

  • The hoses must not go behind the gas hob or close to the hot air exits.

  • The hoses must come into contact with parts that could reach a temperature higher than 70 ℃, above room temperature. The hoses should be fine under these conditions.

  • The flexible hose (tube) shall be fitted in such a way that it cannot come into contact with a moveable part of the housing unit (e.g. a drawer) and does not pass through any space susceptible of becoming congested.

  • After the installation, check if there is any gas leak, using soap or liquid detergent foam.

Ensure that the full length of the hoses are accessible for inspection.

Warning
  • Do not use plastic hoses to connect gas hob because they can cause a leakage. The use of metal flexible hoses to connect home appliances is recommended.