AGA GC3 (P/F) User manual

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Installation
Instructions
GC3
(THREE VEN)
F R USE IN AUSTRALIA

SECTI N PAGE
HEALTH & SAFETY 3
INSTALLATION 4
LOCATION 4
APPLIANCE DI ENSIONS 5
TECHNICAL DATA 6
FLUE SYSTE 7
INSTALLATION PIPES 7
AIR SUPPLY 7
BAKING OVEN BAFFLE PLATE 7
CO ISSIONING 8 - 10
INSTRUCTIONS 10
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C NTENTS

Consumer Protection
As responsible manufacturers we take care to make sure that our products are designed and
constructed to meet the required safety standards when properly installed and used.
IMP RTANT N TICE: PLEASE READ THE ACC MPANYING WARRANTY.
Any alteration that is not approved by AGA could invalidate the approval of the appliance,
operation of the warranty and could also affect your statutory rights.
Important
This appliance may contain some of the materials that are indicated. It is the Users/Installers
responsiblity to ensure that the necessary personal protective clothing is worn when handling,
where applicable, the pertinent parts that contain any of the listed materials as being injurious to
health and safety, see below for information.
Firebricks, Fuel beds, Artificial Fuels - when handling use disposable gloves.
Fire Cement - when handling use disposable gloves.
Glues and Sealants - exercise caution - if these are still in liquid form use face mask and
disposable gloves.
Glass Yarn, Mineral Wool, Insulation Pads, Ceramic Fibre, Kerosene il - may be harmful
if inhaled, may be irritating to skin, eyes, nose and throat. When handling avoid inhaling and
contact with skin or eyes. Use disposable gloves, face masks and eye protection. After handling
wash hands and other exposed parts. When disposing of the product, reduce dust with water
spray, ensure that all parts are securely wrapped.
HEALTH & SAFETY
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With specific exceptions, the installing of any type of AGA Cooker is subject to the respective
directions contained in current issue of The Building Regulations. In addition, Planning
Permission may need to be obtained, which should be applied for separately. The complete
range of AGA cookers are suitable for Natural or Propane gases only and cannot be used on any
other gas.
IMP RTANT: See data plate which is situated on burner housing panel behind top left door.
The complete cooker is floor-mounted and the space in which the appliance is to be fitted must
have the following minimum dimensions:-
A minimum clearance of 60mm (2 1/2”) is required above the raised insulating cover handle.
Side clearance are zero unless 2 or 4 oven cookers are fitted against a wall, where 116mm (4
1/2”) clearance is required at the right hand side for oven doors access (a further 116mm (4 1/2”)
is necessary if a left hand side gas connection is required).
In addition a minimum clearance of 1000mm (39”) must be available at the front of the cooker to
enable the cooker to be serviced.
The initial length of flue pipe from the appliance flue socket should be vertical for at least 600mm
(24”),
In any event the minimum flue length must not be less than 3m (10ft).
Flue pipes and fittings must not be closer than 25mm (1”) to combustible materials and where
passing through a combustible partition such as a ceiling or roof, must be enclosed in a non-
combustible sleeve providing a connector space of at least 25mm (1”).
Space around flue pipes passing through walls or floors should be sealed against the passage
of smoke and flame.
N TE: AGA GAS FIRED COOKERS ARE DELIVERED EX-WORKS UNASSE BLED.
ASSE BLY IS UNDERTAKEN ON SITE BY THE AUTHORISED AGA DISTRIBUTOR.
Cooker Base or Hearth
It is essential that the base or hearth on which the cooker stands should be level and be capable
of supporting the total weight of the respective cooker.
odel GC3: 477 Kg
The top of the hearth must be of non-combustible material thickness of 12mm (1/2”).
The wall behind the cooker must be of non-combustible material for a minimum thickness of
25mm (1”).
Tiling
Where the cooker is to stand in a recess, or against a wall which is to be tiled, in no
circumstances should the tiles overlap the cooker top plate.
Installation Requirements
The installation of the cooker must be in accordance with the relevant requirements of the Gas
Safety Regulations, Building Regulations and the bylaws of the local Water Undertaking.
Installation must be in accordance with the Australian Gas Installation Code AG 601.
In your own interest, and that of safety to comply with the law, all gas appliances should be
installed by an authorised person, in accordance with the relative regulations. Failure to install
appliances correctly could lead to prosecution.
On completion, test the gas installation for soundness.
The location chosen for the appliance must permit the provision of a satisfactory flue and an
adequate air supply. The location must also provide adequate space for servicing and air
circulation around the cooker.
N TE: Due to the overall weight of the appliance a stability bracket is not required to prevent
tilting.
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INSTALLATI N
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Fig. 1
APPLIANCE DIMENSI NS
DESN 512841 B
A B C D E F G H J K L N P W*
mm
ins
987
39 35 27 41 523/8 30 3 11/2 1/8
331/2 181/2 271/2
13/4 43/4
441/4
889 851 679 467 1035 41 1330 756 1125 73 39 3 698 116
PLEASE N TE: SIDE CLEARANCE DIMENSI N W IS ALS REQUIRED N THE LH SIDE
F R THE BAKING VEN D R.

TECHNICAL DATA - GC3
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NATURAL G20
AXI U HEAT INPUT 18 J/hr (5kW)
Thermostat Bypass 100 (1.0 mm)
ain Burner Injector 400
ultihole Injector
7 x .72mm
Pilot Injector 4212
Burner Pressure 1kPa (10mbar) (4” wg)
PR PANE G31
AXI U HEAT INPUT 18 J/hr
5kW (357g/h)
Thermostat Bypass 60 (0.6mm)
ain Burner Injector 170 (1.14mm)
Pilot Injector 4209
Burner Pressure 2.75 kPa (27.5mbar) (11”wg)

The following notes are intended to give general guidance:
The initial length of flue pipe from the appliance flue socket should be vertical for at least
600mm (24”).
In any event, the minimum flue length must not be less than 3m.
The cross-sectional area of the flue serving the cooker must not be less than the area of the flue
outlet of the cooker.
If the flue pipe is to be used it must not be less than 100mm internal diameter.
Flue pipes and fittings should be constructed from one of the following materials:-
(a) Cement
(b) Aluminium or Stainless Steel
(c) Cast iron or mild steel, acid resistant material enamel lined
If a chimney is to be used it preferably should be one that is composed of or lined with a non-
porous acid resistant material. (Chimneys lined with a salt glazed earthenware pipes are
acceptable if the pipes comply with the regulations in force). A flue pipe constructed from one of
the materials in (a) to (c) above, should form the initial connection to lined chimneys.
Where a chimney is to be used which is not composed of or lined with a non-porous acid
resistant material it should be lined with a stainless steel flexible flue liner. The internal diameter
of the liner must not be less than 100mm and the number of joints must be kept to a minimum.
If the flue liner is not connected directly to the appliance draught diverter a flue pipe which is
constructed from one of the materials in (a) to (c) above should form the connection between the
draught diverter and flue liner.
Before connecting the appliance to or inserting a flue liner into, a flue that has been previously
used, the flue must be thoroughly swept clean of any soot and loose material. If a baffle is fitted
in the flue it must be removed before connecting the appliance to, or inserting a liner into the flue.
The point of termination must not be within 600mm (24”) of an openable window, air vent or any
other ventilation opening.
Installation pipes should be fitted in accordance with current Gas Regulations, Pipework from the
meter/tank to the cooker must be of adequate size, cooker connection of 15mm (1/2”) Dia. On
completion test the gas installation for soundness and purge in accordance with the regulations
in force.
WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT SUITABLE FOR CONNECTION WITH A FLEXIBLE
HOSE ASSE BLY.
Kitchen or Internal Space Air Supply
Where the appliance is to be installed in a kitchen or internal space, it does not require the
kitchen or internal space containing it to have a permanent air vent.
A metal plate (with square holes), which is provided in the AGA pack, MUST be positioned on
the top runners of the Baking Oven. Slide the plate in fully, until it makes contact with the back
of the oven.
This baffle is a permanent part of the Baking Oven, to regulate the oven temperature.
FLUE SYSTEM
INSTALLATI N PIPES
AIR SUPPLY
BAKING VEN BAFFLE PLATE
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C MMISSI NING
Fig. 2
(1) (4)
(5)
(3)
(2)
DESN 512431
1. Service Gas Valve
2. Control Knob
3. Piezo Ignitor
4. Inlet Pressure Point
5. Burner Pressure Test
Point
DESN 512342
Fig. 3
FIG. A
FIG. B
FIG. C
FIG. D
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LIGHTING THE BURNER - FIG. 16
CAUTI N N SM KING R NAKED LIGHTS.
Open the outer burner door to expose the gas control combination valve.
CAUTI N: BEF RE LIGHTING: ENSURE THAT THE GAS VALVE C NTR L KN B 2 IS
SET IN THE FF P SITI N (SEE FIG. 2 and 3A).
1. Turn off Service Gas Valve 1. Test the gas installation from the meter cock for soundness
and purge.
2. Turn on gas supply to cooker and open Service Gas Valve 1.
3. Turn the gas valve control knob 2 anti-clockwise to the position (see Fig. 3B). Press down
and hold the knob in the position while depressing the piezo ignitor 3several times until
the pilot has lit. This can be observed through the burner housing aperture.
4. When the pilot has lit continue to hold the gas valve control knob for approximately 30
seconds. If it goes out, wait 3 minutes and repeat the procedure holding for a little longer.
5. With the pilot flame established, rotate the gas valve control knob 2anti-clockwise to its
low fire position (see Fig. 3C). Where upon the main burner will automatically light. Leave
in the low fire position for at least 30 minutes.
6. After 30 minutes rotate the control knob further anti-clockwise to the mid-position of the
green band for normal running. (See Fig. 3D).
N TE: AFTER SEVERAL H URS THE HEAT INDICAT R SH ULD BE N R AB UT THE
CENTRE F THE SILVER SECTI N.
IT MAY BE NECESSARY T ADJUST THE C NTR L KN B SLIGHTLY IN THE GREEN
BAND T ACHIEVE THIS.
IF THE FLAME HAS EXTINGUISHED F R WHATEVER REAS N, WAIT THREE MINUTES
(MINIMUM) BEF RE RE-LIGHTING.
7. On the first lighting or if the cooker has been cold for a long time, moisture from the
insulation may run down the enamelled front of the cooker. This should be wiped off to
prevent staining.
8. Check the inlet gas pressure is as indicated in the data plate as follows:
(i) Turn the gas valve control knob 2 to FF position (see Fig. 3A). Remove the inlet pressure
test nipple plug 4and fit pressure gauge. Turn gas valve control knob 2to the mid-position
of the green band.
(ii) Check inlet pressure correctly corresponds to the data plate.
(iii) Check that the gas pressure is unaffected when other gas appliances are used.
(iv) Turn gas valve control knob 2to ignition position (see Fig. 3B). Remove the pressure
gauge and replace gas nipple plug. Turn gas valve control knob 2to the mid-position of
green band for normal running.
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9. Check the burner pressure as follows:-
Repeat instruction 8 completely cold cooker with the pressure gauge fitted to the burner
pressure test point 5. Check that the burner pressure correctly corresponds to the table on
Page 4.
N TE: IF FOR ANY REASON A GAS RATE CHECK IS REQUIRED TURN OFF ALL OTHER
APPLIANCES USING GAS AND USING THE GAS ETER TEST DIAL AND A STOP WATCH,
CHECK THAT THE AXI U GAS INPUT TO THE APPLIANCE IS AS INDICATED ON THE
DATA PLATE.
Once the correct setting has been confirmed, the heat control will operate automatically
to maintain the cooker at full temperature.
N TE: RE E BER TO NOTE THE SETTING POSITION IF TURNING OFF THE COOKER.
T EXTINGUISH THE BURNER
Turn the gas valve control knob to the FF position (see Fig. 3A).
CHECK F R CLEARANCE F PR DUCTS F C MBUSTI N.
Ensure that all doors and windows of the room are closed.
Light the cooker as described. Leave on maximum rate for 5 minutes.
If there is a fan in a nearby room then the spillage test must be repeated with the fan turned on
and any interconnecting doors between the cooker and the fan location open.
A spillage test must be carried out after 5 minutes as follows:
By holding a smoke match so that the match head is approximately 3mm (1/2”) up inside of the
lower edge of the draught diverter. Spillage is indicated by the smoke being displaced outwards
from the draught diverter. If in doubt repeat after a further 10 minutes.
If spillage is detected the chimney may be faulty. The fault must corrected before leaving the
cooker installed, or before the AGA can be re-lit.
If the fault cannot be corrected turn off and disconnect the gas supply to the cooker and seek
expert advice.
Hand these and the Operating Instructions to the User for retention and instruct in the safe
operation of the appliance.
Finally advise the User that, for continued efficient and safe operation of the appliance it is
important that adequate servicing is carried out at regular intervals recommended by the AGA
Distributor or local Gas Region.
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For further advice or information contact
your local AGA Specialist
With AGA Rangemaster’s policy of continuous
product improvement, the Company reserves the
right to change specifications and make
modifications to the appliance described and
illustrated at any time.
anufactured By
AGA Rangemaster
Station Road
Ketley Telford
Shropshire TF1 5AQ
England
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