KitchenAid KFGS306VSS Technical Education page 14

types of gas that can be used. If the types
of gas listed do not include the type of gas
available, check with the local gas supplier.
LP Gas Conversion:
Conversion must be done by a qualified service
technician.
No attempt shall be made to convert the cook-
top from the gas specified on the model/serial
rating plate for use with a different gas without
consulting the serving gas supplier. See the
Gas Conversion instructions provided in the
literature package.
Gas Supply Line
• Provide a gas supply line of 3/4" (1.9 cm) rigid
pipe to the cooktop location. A smaller size
pipe on longer runs may result in insufficient
gas supply. Pipe-joint compounds that resist
the action of LP gas must be used. Do not
use TEFLON®† tape. With LP gas, piping
or tubing size should be 1/2" minimum. Usu-
ally, LP gas suppliers determine the size and
materials used in the system.
Flexible metal appliance connector:
• If local codes permit, use a 1/2" or 3/4" I.D.
flexible stainless steel tubing gas connector,
designed by CSA to connect the cooktop to
the rigid gas supply line.
• A 1/2" male pipe thread is needed for con-
nection to the female pipe threads of the inlet
to the cooktop pressure regulator.
• Do not kink or damage the flexible metal
tubing when moving the cooktop.
Rigid pipe connection:
The rigid pipe connection requires a combination
of pipe fittings to obtain an in-line connection
to the cooktop. The rigid pipe must be level
with the cooktop connection. All strains must
be removed from the supply and fuel lines so
cooktop will be level and in line.
• Must include a shutoff valve:
The supply line must be equipped with a
manual shutoff valve. This valve should be
located in the same room but external to the
cooktop. It should be in a location that allows
ease of opening and closing. Do not block
access to shutoff valve. The valve is for turn-
ing on or shutting off gas to the cooktop.
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A. Gas supply line
B. Shutoff valve "open" position
C. To cooktop
Gas Pressure Regulator
The gas pressure regulator supplied with this
cooktop must be used. The inlet pressure to
the regulator should be as follows for proper
operation:
Natural Gas:
Minimum pressure: 5" (12.7 cm) WCP
Maximum pressure: 7" to 14" (17.8 cm to 35.5
cm) WCP
LP Gas:
Minimum pressure: 11" (27.9 cm) WCP
Maximum pressure: 14" (35.5 cm) WCP
Contact local gas supplier if you are not sure
about the inlet pressure.
Burner Input Requirements
Input ratings shown on the model/serial rating
plate are for elevations up to 2,000 ft (609.6
m).
For elevations above 2,000 ft (609.6 m), ratings
are reduced at a rate of 4% for each 1,000 ft
(304.8 m) above sea level (not applicable for
Canada).
For elevations above 6,560ft (1999.5 m) a high
altitude kit is needed to avoid any reduced
power output. See separate LP gas conversion
instructions sheet.
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