Blodgett GCX-2-6 Installation & Operation Manual page 11

INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL, GAS FIRED PRESSURELESS COOKER WITH
DIRECT STEAM KETTLES, MODELS GCX-2-6, GCX-2-10, GCX-2-6-6 AND GCX-2-6-10
GAS CONNECTION (Continued)
An adequate gas supply is necessary. Undersized or low pressure lines will restrict the volume
of gas required for satisfactory performance. A steady supply pressure, between 7" W.C. and
14" W.C. for natural gas and 11" W.C. and 14" W.C. for propane gas is recommended. With all
units operating simultaneously, the manifold pressure on all units should not show any
appreciable drop. Fluctuations of more than 25% on natural gas, and 10% on propane gas, will
create pilot problems and affect burner operating characteristics. Contact your gas company
for correct supply line sizes.
Purge the supply line to clean out any dust, dirt, or foreign matter before connecting the line to
the unit.
CAUTION: The pipe thread compound used when installing pipes
must be a type that is resistant to the action of liquified petroleum or
propane gases.
Codes require that a gas shut-off valve be installed in the gas line prior to the steamer. Make
sure the pipes are clean and free of obstructions, dirt, and piping compound.
WARNING: Prior to start-up, check all joints in the gas supply line
for leaks. Use soap and water solution. Do not use an open flame.
PART NUMBER 10122R1 11 2003-10-09