Lp Gas Supply - Homecrest NF-16 User Manual

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gas hook-up & information
c. gas connection (continued)
fIRe RISk.
expLOSION RISk:
• Gas build-up during line purge may ignite.
• Purge should be performed by a qualified technician.
• ensure adequate ventilation.
• ensure there are no ignition sources such as sparks or open flames.
A small amount of air will be in the gas supply lines. When first lighting the appliance it will take a short time for the air to purge
from the lines. subsequent lighting of the unit will not require such purging.
CHeCk fOR gAS LeAkS.
fIRe RISk.
expLOSION RISk.
ASpHyxIATION RISk:
• Check all fittings and connections.
• Do not use open flame.
• After the gas line installation is complete, all connections must be tightened and checked for leaks with a non-corrosive,
commercially-available leak check solution. Once leak check test is complete, be sure to rinse off all remaining leak
check solution from the gas piping systems.
Fittings and connections may have loosened during shipping and handling.
d. lp gas supply
• The pressure regulator and hose assembly supplied with LP models must be used. Replacement pressure regulators and hose
assemblies must be those specified in this manual.
• The LP gas supply cylinder used with LP models must be constructed and marked in accordance with the specifications for LP
gas cylinders of the U.s. Department of Transportation (DOT).
• Cylinders must be stored outdoors in a well-ventilated area out of the reach of children. Disconnected cylinders must have
threaded valve plugs tightly installed and must not be stored in a building, garage, or any other enclosed area.
• storage of this appliance indoors is permissible only if it has been disconnected from its fuel supply (natural gas line or LP gas
cylinder).
• The LP gas cylinder supply system must be arranged for vapor withdrawal.
• The LP gas cylinder used must include a collar to protect the cylinder valve.
• When an LP model is not in use, the LP gas must be turned off at the supply cylinder.
• The specific size and capacity of the cylinder(s) to be used: 20 lb or hard plumbed to propane tank.
IMpROpeR INSTALLATION, ADjUSTMeNT, ALTeRATION SeRVICeS, OR MAINTeNANCe CAN CAUSe INjURy OR pROpeRTy
DAMAge. RefeR TO AND UNDeRSTAND THIS MANUAL. fOR ASSISTANCe OR ADDITIONAL INfORMATION CONSULT A
qUALIfIeD INSTALLeR, SeRVICe AgeNCy, LICeNSeD TeCHNICIAN, OR THe gAS SUppLIeR.
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