Magic Chef M38COD User Manual page 10

INSTRUCTIONS FOR FIELD CONVERSION TO LPG GAS
WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause property damage,
injury or death. Read the installation, operating and maintenance instructions thoroughly before installing or
servicing equipment.
WARNING: This conversion kit shall be installed by a qualified service agency in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions and all applicable codes and requirements of the authority having jurisdiction. If the
information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire, an explosion, or production of carbon monoxide
may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. The conversion kit should be installed by
qualified service personnel. The installation is not complete until the operation of the converted appliance is
checked and meets the manufacturers specifications per the instructions included with this kit.
CAUTION: Ensure the gas supply is shut off at the manual shut off valve before proceeding with the conversion.
1. Shut off the gas supply and electric power to the unit and remove the side panel, exposing gas valve and control compartment.
2. Disconnect gas line from gas valve so manifold assembly can be removed.
3. Disconnect wiring at gas valve. Be sure to note the proper location of any and all electrical wiring disconnected.
4. Remove the screws holding the manifold and gas valve to the manifold supports. DO NOT discard any screws.
5. Carefully remove the manifold assembly
CHANGING THE ORIFICES
1. Remove the Natural gas (brass) burner orifices from the manifold assembly and replace them with the
conversion orifices furnished in the conversion kit (#55 for the pilot and #47 (2.0mm) for the burners. (Figure 1).
2. Apply some thread sealant on the nozzle thread. Tighten the orifices. Make sure orifice is installed straight so
that it forms a right angle (90°) to the manifold.
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