Leak Test Procedure (Natural Gas) - Electrolux EQBM100AS User Manual

8 conversion to natural gas electrolux en:v barbecue
Conversion to Natural Gas (cont.)
caution
• Take care when removing service panel not to
damage the metal tabs that support the panel on
either side.
service panel
fastened by
metal tab here
• Release the burner retaining clip as shown
• Unscrew and replace the 4 injector nipples located in
the end of each tube feeding the burners. The Natural
Gas injectors have a 1.75mm diameter orifice in them.
The orifice appears substantially larger than those of
the Universal LPG injectors.
• Re-fasten the clip to retain the tube in the burner.
Do not over tighten or distort supply tube.
• Fit the front service panel back on and fasten screws.
If unit is fitted with side burner – the injector for this
burner must also be changed
• Remove lid, trivet, burner caps & burner crown
• Unscrew injector and replace with 1.80mm Natural
Gas injector (supplied with side burner)
• Replace burner crown & caps.
service panel
fastened by
metal tab here
injector
2. Disconnect brass adaptor and LPG hose and
regulator assembly from gas inlet connection
3. Connect the hose to the regulator
• Place threaded end of hose through hole in side panel.
• Apply thread tape or sealant to the male thread on the
hose and screw into the regulator.
4. Connect the regulator to the barbecue gas inlet
• Fit the regulator ensuring the blue sealing washer is in
place and the arrow is pointing in the right direction.
5. Replace the 'gas type' sticker
• Locate the 'Universal LPG' sticker located on the
barbecue gas inlet and remove it. Put the 'Natural
Gas' sticker in its place.
6. Leak test procedure
• Ensure all gas valves are in the 'OFF' position.
• In a small container, mix a solution of water and
detergent or soap.
• After connection of the hose, turn on the valve at the
gas bottle or mains as appropriate.
• Using a brush apply the solution to the gas connection
points and look for bubbles forming.
• Bubbling will indicate a leak.
• Turn off the valve and re-tighten the joint. Repeat the
leak test.
• If the leak persists, turn off the gas at the isolation
valves and contact a licensed gas fitter to correct.
barbecue gas inlet
natural gas regulator
hose with tapered thread
– thread tape required
leak test points
check hose for
signs of abrasions,
cracks or leaks