Electrical And Gas Connections - Fisher & Paykel DCS RGS Series Service Manual

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
Power Requirements Range:
• 120 VAC, 60 Hz., single phase
• RGS-305: 4 Amp. Max.
• RGS-36: 7 Amp. Max.
• RGS-48: 13 Amp. Max.
Always disconnect electric supply cord from the wall outlet
or service disconnect before servicing this appliance.
Receptacle Box
Cover Plate
3-Prong
Plug
Observe all governing codes and ordinances when ground-
ing, in absence of which, observe National Electrical Code
ANSI / NFPA 70, latest edition.
RECOMMENDED GROUNDING METHOD
This appliance is factory equipped with a power supply
cord with a three-prong grounding plug (with polarized
parallel blades). It must be plugged into a mating ground-
ing type receptacle, connected to a correctly polarized
120 volt circuit. If the circuit does not have a grounding
type receptacle, it is the responsibility and obligation of
the installer to have the existing receptacle changed to a
properly grounded and polarized receptacle in accordance
with all applicable local codes and ordinances by a qualifi ed
electrician. In the absence of local codes and ordinances,
the receptacle replacement shall be in accordance with the
National Electrical Code.
• The third prong should not, under ANY circumstances,
be cut or removed.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

ELECTRICAL AND GAS CONNECTIONS

(use 15 Amp.
circuit)
3-Prong
Receptacle
GAS REQUIREMENTS
Verify the type of gas supplied to the location. The range
is shipped from the factory set up and adjusted for natural
gas or L.P. (liquid propane), depending on specifi c model
ordered. The unit CANNOT be converted.
Natural Gas
• Connection: 1/2" NPT Minimum 5/8" diameter fl ex line.
• Supply Pressure: 6" to 9" W.C. L.P. Gas
• Connection: 1/2" NPT Minimum 5/8≤ diameter fl ex line.
• Supply Pressure: 11" to 14" W.C.
A regulator is required at the L.P. source to provide a maxi-
mum of 14ʺ W.C. to the range regulator.
HOOKUP
A manual valve must be installed external to the appliance,
in an accessible location from the front for the purpose
of shutting off the gas supply. The supply line must not
protrude beyond the back of the unit. Make sure the gas
supply is turned off at the wall valve before connecting the
appliance.
The gas supply connections should be made by a qualifi ed
technician and in accordance with local codes or ordinances.
In the absence of a local code, the installation must conform
to the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1, latest edition.
NOTE: The fl ex line for the gas supply must be metal
and be approved by an approved certifying
agency (AGA, CGA, CSA, or UL). Never use
a hose made of rubber or other synthetic
material, as the heat may cause the hose to
melt and develop leaks.
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