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GAS CONNECTION WITH RIGID PIPES OR A FLEXIBLE PIPE
Important!
If not fitted,remove the hose holder from the appliance innet pipe with spanner before
fitting.
When connecting the appliance to the gas supply with rigid pipes or a
flexible pipe make sure that
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you use rigid pipes or a flexible hose compiant with applicable local regulations.The
flexible hose shall be of the correct construction for the type of gas being used and of
the correct size to maintain the heat output of the appliance.
the connection with rigid metal pipes does not cause stress or pressure to the gas
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piping.
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the flexible hose is not under tension,twisted,kinded,or too tightly bent,neither while the
appliance is in use nor while it is being connected or disconnected.
the flexible hose is not longer than 2000 mm(or refer to applicable lacal regulations)
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and does not come into contact with sharp edges,corners,or moving parts,as these
may cause abrasion.Use a single flexible hose only;neverconnect the appliance with
more than one flexible hose.
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the flexible hose can easily be inspected along its entire length to check its condition;
if it has an expiry date,it should be replaced before that date.
if using a flexible hose which is not entirely made of metal,make sure that it does not
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come into contact with any part of the appliance with a surface temperature of 70 °C or
above (or refer to applicable local regulations).
the rigid or flexible pipe is replaced if it shows signs of wear or damage.
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the flexible hose is not subject to excessive heat by direct exposure to flue products or
by contact with hot surfaces..
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the socket into which the plug of the flexible hose fit is permanently attached to a firmly
fixed gas intallation pipe and is positioned so that the hose hangs freely downwards.
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the plug of ghe flexible hose is acceddible after installations,so that it can be
disconnected for service or removal.
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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use appropriate spanners/toos when fitting the gas connection(fig.5.1.b).
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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 rigid or flexible pipe should not be subjected to corrosion by acidic cleaning agents.
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