Gas Connection - Fisher & Paykel DCS GDE1 Installation Manual

GAS REQUIREMENTS
Verify the type of gas supply to be used, either natural or LP, and make sure the marking
on the appliance rating plate agrees with that of the supply. The rating plate is located on
the underside of the drip tray. Never connect an unregulated gas line to the appliance. You
must use a gas regulator even if the supply is controlled.
Gas conversion kits are available from Customer Care. When ordering gas conversion kits,
have the model number, and the type of gas (natural or LP) from your griddle.
The appliance and its individual shut-off valve must be disconnected from the gas supply
piping system during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of
1/2 PSIG (3.5 kPa.) The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by
closing its individual manual shut-off valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply
piping system at test pressures equal to or less than 1/2 PSIG (3.5 kPa.).
Total gas consumption of the griddle with all burners on HI
GDE1: 40,000 Btu/hr
Note:
If it is evident there is excessive abrasion or wear, or the hose is cut, it must be
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replaced prior to the outdoor cooking gas appliance being put into operation.
The replacement hose assembly shall be that specified by the manufacturer.
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GAS CONNECTION

Connection: 1/2" NPT male with 3/8" flare adapter Operating pressure: 4.0" W.C.
Supply pressure: 5" to 14" WC. If in excess of 14" W.C. a step down regulator is required.
Check with your local gas utility company or local codes for instructions on installing gas
supply lines. Be sure to check on type and size of run, and how deep to bury the line. If the
gas line is too small, the griddle will not function properly. Any joint sealant used must be
an approved type and be resistive to the actions of LP gases.
Connecting the fittings supplied with the griddle
Use joint compound on male threads only. Do not use joint compound on the flare end of
the 1/2" NPT to 3/8" flare adapter. Ensure that the regulator arrow points in the direction
of gas flow towards the unit, away from the supply. Do not forget to place the installer-
supplied gas valve in an accessible location.
NATURAL GAS CONNECTION
base of product
open top manifold
1/2" coupling
1/2" NPT x 2.0 nipple
Regulator
1/2" NPT x 5.0 nipple
1/2" NPT to 3/8"
flare adapter
to gas supply
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