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GAS CONNECTION WITH RUBBER HOSE
If not fitted,fit the gas hose holder as indicated in fig. 5.1a snd 5.1c.
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Connect the appliance to the gas supply using a suitable rubber hose. The hose must
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comply with the applicable local regulations and be of the correct construction for the
type of gas being used.
When connecting the appliance to the gas supply with a rubber hose, make sure that
the hose is tightly and securely fitted at both ends,Use the hose clamp supplied(or a
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standard hose clamp) to fasten the hose.
The inner diameter of the hose is no more than 9mm,and the hose is not longer than
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750 mm (or refer to applicable local regulations) and does not come into contact with
sharp edges, corners or moving parts (that could cause abrasion or breakage). Use
a single rubber hose only; never connect the appliance with more than one rubber
hose.
the hose is not under tension, twisted, kinked, or too tightly bent, neither while the
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appliance is in use nor while it is being connected or disconnected.
the hose does not come into contact with any part of the appliance with a surface
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temperature of 70℃ or above(or refer to applicable local regulations).
the hose is not subject to excessive heat by direct exposure to flue products or by
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contact with hot surfaces.
the hose can easily be inspected along its entire length to check its condition.
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the hose is replaced at the printed due date (marked on the hose itself) or if it shows
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signs of wear or damage, and replaced regardless of its condition after a maximum of
three years.
After connecting the appliance to the gas supply, make sure that you
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check that the connections are correctly sealed using a soapy solution, but never a
naked flame.
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replace the sealing washer/s on the slightest sign of deformation or imperfection. The
sealing washer/s is/are the part/s which guarantees a good seal in the gas connection.
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the cylinder valve or the supply valve immediately by the appliance should be closed
when the appliance is not in use.
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the hose should not be subjected to corrosion by acidic cleaning agents.
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change the rubber hose no more than one year.
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