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3. Connection of the appliance to the gas supply
Only gas-tight fittings may be used for connecting the appliance to gas lines, in accordance
with EN 1949.
The pipes for connecting the appliance should be made of galvanized iron or of copper.
These pipes must be used with a gas-tight fitting. After the connection has been
established, the gas lines should be checked by applying a soap solution to the connecting
points; any leaks can be detected by the formation of bubbles.
IMPORTANT: DURING INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION OF THE
APPLIANCE, MAKE SURE THAT THE GAS INLET PIPE ON THE APPLIANCE
IS NOT TWISTED, PULLED OR OTHERWISE STRAINED.
4. Gas cylinders
Use gas cylinders that are commercially available in the country where the appliance was
purchased. The type of gas is indicated clearly on the package and on the indelible type
plate on the back of the appliance.
THE USE OF GAS PRESSURES OR GAS TYPES IN DEVIATION FROM THE
REGULATIONS CAN RESULT IN IRREGULAR OPERATION OF THE
APPLIANCE; THEREFORE, THE MANUFACTURER SHALL ASSUME NO
RESPONSIBILITY FOR IMPROPER USE OF THE APPLIANCE.
Always comply with the following instructions:
- The gas cylinder, including valves and pressure regulators, must be installed vertically in
the provided cabinet; the cylinders must be freely accessible.
- Replacement of the gas cylinder must be able to be carried out easily and without
obstructions.
THE GAS CYLINDER SHOULD BE CLOSED WHEN NOT IN USE
IMPORTANT: The following safety precautions must be taken when replacing the gas
cylinder:
a) Close the gas taps (turn rotary knob to 0 position).
b) Close the shut-off valve for the appliance in the vehicle.
c) Make sure that there are no open flames or glowing embers nearby.
d) Close the valve of the gas cylinder to be replaced.
e) Unscrew the pressure regulator from the empty gas cylinder, remove the cylinder from
the cabinet and insert a new cylinder – then connect the new cylinder in the reverse
order.
f) Check seals with soap solution as described above.
g) Ignite burner and check for proper functioning; in case of problems, contact a
specialized technician.
5. Gas cylinder cabinet
The cabinet for the gas cylinder must comply with the standards EN 1646-2 and EN
1949. It must be large enough to hold the specified type of gas cylinder with the pressure
regulator attached.
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