Step 4: Gas Requirements - Thermador P24GE Installation Instructions Manual

Step 4: Gas Requirements and Hookup
Cooktops are shipped by the factory to operate
on natura_ gas. They must be converted for use
with propane. Verify the type of gas being used
at the installation site matches the type of gas
used by the appliance, If the Eocat{onijob site re-
quires conversion from natural gas to propane (LP),
contact the dealer where the unit was purchased
or contact Thermador. The field conversion kit for
all Professional cooktops (PC series) is Thermador
Model PLPKIT. Obey all instructions in PLPKIT for
correct conversion of the gas regulator and settings
for the gas valves. Field conversion must be done
by qualified service personnel only.
This appliance has been CSA certified for safe op-
eration up to an elevation of 10,200 ft. without any
modifications. Exception: For usewith propane, the
appliance must be converted per the LP conversion
instructions.
Please refer to your LP Conversion Instructions for
further information.
Natural Gas Requirements:
Inlet Connection: 1/2" NPT (min. 3/4" dia. flex line)
Supply Pressure: 6" min. to 14" max. water
column (14.9 to 34.9 mb)
Manifold Pressure: 5" water column (12.5 mb)
Propane Gas Requirements:
Inlet Connection: I/2" NPT (min. 3/4" dia. flex line)
Supply Pressure: 11" min. to 14" max. water
column (27.4 mb to 34.9 mb)
Manifold Pressure: 10" water column (24.9 mb)
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, explosion or pro-
duction of carbon monoxide may result
causing property damage, personal in-
jury or loss of life. The qualified service
agency is responsible for the proper in-
stallation of this kit. The installation is not
proper and complete until the operation
of the converted appliance is checked as
specified in the manufacturer's instruc-
tions supplied with the kit.
HOOK UP
A manual gas shut-off valve must be installed
external to the appliance, in a location acces-
sible from the front, for the purpose of shutting
off the gas supply. The supply line must not
interfere with the back of the unit. Make sure the
gas supply is turned off at the manual shut-off
valve before connecting the appliance.
The installer should inform the consumer of the
location of the gas shut-off valve. Make sure all
users know where and how to shut off the gas
supply to the cooktop.
The gas supply connections shall be made by
a competent 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 CodeANSI Z223.1iNFPA54=
current issue.
Always use pipe-sealing compound or Teflon _
tape on the pipe threads, and be careful not to
apply excessive pressure when tightening the
fittings.
Leak testing of the appliance shall be in
accordance with the following instructions.
Turn on gas and check supply line connections
for leaks using a soap and water solution.
Bubbles forming indicate a gas leak. Repair
all leaks immediately after finding them.
Do not use a flame of any kind to check
for gas _eaks.
• All installer-supplied parts must conform to
applicable codes.