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Rigid Connection
Where it is not possible to make the
connection using a rubber hose, a rigid pipe
work connection must be used.
Recommendations when using an appliance
flexible connector are as follows:
- For NATURAL the gas installation pipes to
the termination point shall comply with:
Specification for installation of low-
pressure gas pipe work of up to 20mm
(R1) in domestic premises (2nd family gas)
– BS 6891;
Connection shall be by means of an
appliance flexible connector for use with a
self-sealing plug-in device, complying with:
Flexible hoses, end fittings and sockets for
gas burning appliances – BS 669;
Alternative
backplate
Right angled
bayonet socket
incorporating
spring loaded
Adaptor
backplate
Copper pipe
elbow
Cooker hose with
bayonet fixing
Straight bayonet
socket
incorporating
spring loaded
valve
• The appliance flexible connector should
not be subjected to undue forces either in
normal use or whilst connected or
disconnected; The socket which the plug of
the appliance flexible connector fits should
be permanently attached to a firmly fixed
gas installation pipe and positioned such
that the appliance flexible connector hose
hangs freely downwards (see fig.);
• The appliance flexible connector should
be positioned such that it will not suffer
mechanical damage, e.g. abrasion from the
surrounding kitchen furniture, which may be
moved in use such as a drawer or door, or
by being trapped by any stability device.
The plug-in-connector bayonet should be
accessible for disconnection after
moving the appliance.
Distribuitor
pipe
valve
Female
elbow
Cooker hose with
bayonet fixing
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