AGA GC3 (P/F) User manual

03/08 EINS 512426
PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE
INSTALLER: LEAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WITH THE APPLIANCE.
CUSTOMER: KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Installation
Instructions
GC 3
(THREE OVEN)
FOR USE IN USA/CANADA

SECTION PAGE
INSTALLATION 3 - 4
BASE OR HEARTH 3
OPEN FLUE RANGE - MODEL GC3 (THREE OVEN) 3
VENT CONNECTION 5
WALL TILING 6
GAS SUPPLY - U.S. PIPE THREADS 6
APPLIANCE DIMENSIONS 7
LOCATION OF NAME PLATE 8
INITIAL LIGHTING OF RANGE 8
REPLACEMENT PARTS 8
BAKING OVEN BAFFLE PLATE 8
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION 9
INSTALLER SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS - GC3 11
(THREE OVEN)
YEARLY SERVICE 11
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CONTENTS

NOTE: THESE INSTRUCTIONS SHOULD BE LEFT WITH THE APPLIANCE AND THE USER
TO RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Aga Gas Fired ranges are delivered unassembled.
Before installation can be made the site is inspected for suitability by an Authorised Aga
Distributor and corrected where necessary to conform with local installation codes or in the
absence of local codes with:
In Canada:
The CAN/CGA-B149 installation codes.
In U.S.:
The National Fuel Gas Code NASI Z223. 1-latest edition.
Assembly is undertaken on site by the same Aga Distributor to ensure correct performance and
safety.
It is essential that the base or hearth on which the range stands should be level and strong
enough to support the total weight of the range.
Approximate weight:- 3-Oven
Model GC3 (Open Flue) - 477 kg (1049 lb)
The top face of the hearth must be of non-combustible material for a minimum thickness of
12mm (1/2in) and comply with current Building Regulations and National Fire Laws.
The wall behind the cooker draft hood and flue connector must have a minimum air gap of 57mm
(2 1/4”).Any openings in the wall behind the range or in the floor under the range must be sealed
before appliance installation.
Ensure the draft hood is securely bolted to the support spigot as shown in Fig. 2.
NOTE: THIS IS NORMALLY FITTED AND SECURED BY THE FACTORY BEFORE
DESPATCH.
The wall behind the range must be the outside wall for the venting of flue products.
Recommended amount of make-up air into the room = 170ft3/hr
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INSTALLATION
BASE OR HEARTH
OPEN FLUE RANGE - MODEL GC3 (THREE OVEN)

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DESN 512843

A 100mm (4in) Type B Gas Vent must be used and fastened by screw to the draft hood flue
collar.
U.S.
The gas vent must be connected to a chimney or independently and in accordance with Chapter
26, chimney, Gas Vent and Fireplace Systems of the current issue of Equipment and Volume of
the ASHRAE Handbook. The gas vent proximity to combustible materials must be installed as
recommended in ANSI/NFPA 211 and according to manufacturers instructions. Chimneys and
vents shall terminate above roof level and in accordance with the requirements of the current
issue of ANSI/NFPA 211 (see diagrams) and be at least 1.53m (5ft) above the flue collar of the
draft hood outlet.
Part 7, Venting Equipment, outlined in the current National Gas Code NASI Z223, outlined in the
current guidelines on all these aspects.
Canada:
The gas vent must be connected to a chimney or independently and in accordance with the
CAN/CGA - B149 installation codes.
The air gap between vent and combustible materials must be given for the following types of
vent:
(i) Type B Vent - 25mm (1in) minimum.
(ii) Single wall vent connector - 150mm (6in) minimum.
Listed connectors passing through the combustible walls and partitions must be guarded by a
ventilated metal thimble not less than 200mm (8in) diameter.
Chimneys and vents shall terminate above roof level and in accordance with the requirement of
the current issue of the CAN/CGA - B149 Installation Code (Code W) (see diagrams) and be at
least 1.53m (5ft) above the flue collar of the draft outlet.
1. If suitable lined brick chimney is used it must be swept before connection and not less
than 150mm (6in) internal diameter.
2. The top of the chimney should be fitted with an approved Terminal.
3. The flue route to the chimney should be as direct as possible. Resistance in the form of
directional change should be kept to a minimum. Right angle bends and horizontal runs
should be avoided.
4. The chimney terminal should terminate at the highest possible point, preferably in a freely
exposed position.
Termination at the roofs eaves is unacceptable.
5. The Aga Distributor or Local Gas Company should be advised where any doubt as to the
suitability of the flue.
6. Approved factory made chimneys are acceptable with the appliance and should not be less
than (4in) internal diameter.
7. In the event of an extractor fan being fitted in the vicinity of the range, compensatory
ventilation will be required to satisfy the demands of the fan without influencing
combustion efficiency or chimney flue condition.
VENT CONNECTION
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WALL TILING
GAS SUPPLY - U.S. PIPE THREADS
If 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 range top plate.
NOTE: AGAS CONTROL VALVE MUST BE INSTALLED IN THE GAS PIPELINE EXTERNALLY
OF THE RANGE (NOT SUPPLIED).
9.5mm (3/8in) N.P.T. Male connection near the front of the range on the LH or RH side.
(Optional).
ALL GAS CONTROLS MUST BE U.S. PIPE THREADS.
Maximum Heat Input: 4.4kW (15,000 Btu/h).
The appliance and its individual shut-off valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping
system during any pressure testing of that system at test pressure in excess of 1/2 psig (3.5kPa).
The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing the individual
manual shut-off valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test
pressures equal to or less than 1/2 psig (3.5kPa).
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Fig. 4 - Model GC3 Open Flue DESN 512430
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APPLIANCE DIMENSIONS

The model and serial numbers for this appliance are found on the data plate. These numbers
must be used when requesting advice from your Aga Distributor. The name plate is located on
the burner housing panel behind top left door. The maximum gas inlet pressure at the appliance
must not exceed 12 inches w.g. (2.98kPa) for Natural Gas and 14 inches w.g. (3.48kPa) for L.P.
Gas. The minimum gas inlet pressure at the appliance must be 4 inches w.g. (1kPa) Natural Gas
and 10 inches w.g. (2.248kPa) L.P. Gas to enable the correct manifold pressure to be obtained.
In a cold range, difficulty may be experienced in maintaining the main burner alight on initial
light-up only. Should this occur, set the control knob to the position. Depress knob and light
pilot. With the pilot flame established, rotate the gas valve control knob 2anti-clockwise to its low
fire position where upon the main burner will automatically light. Leave in the low fire position for
at least 30 minutes. After 30 minutes rotate the control knob further anti-clockwise to the mid
position in the green band for normal running. (See Fig. 8).
In the event of component failure, which requires replacement, contact your localAga Distributor
who will advise and supply the necessary replacement.
Expendable components that will require replacing at some time or other are listed as follows:
Description
1. Pilot Thermocouple
2. Main Burner
3a. Pilot Burner Assembly N.G.
3b. Pilot Burner Assembly L.P.G.
4. Combination Gas Valve
5a. Pressure Regulator N.G.
5b. Pressure Regulator L.P.G.
6. Combustion Chamber Door Seal
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.
LOCATION OF NAME PLATE
INITIAL LIGHTING OF RANGE
REPLACEMENT PARTS
BAKING OVEN BAFFLE PLATE
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Model GC 3 (Three Oven) - Open Vent
Gas Type Natural Gas L.P.G.
Main Burner CAT82/400 CAT92/170
Injector
Pilot Burner 4212 4209
Injector
Combination Gas 1.00mm 0.60mm
Valve Bypass or or
Screw 1.20mm 0.80mm
Gas Burner 4.0 inch 10.0 inch
Pressure w.g. w.g.
Combination Gas S.I.T. EUROSIT
Valve
Pilot Assembly MACLAREN PRODUCTS
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Fig. 5 DESN 512439

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Fig. 7
Fig. 8 (1) (4)
(5)
(3)
(2)
DESN 512440
DESN 512431
1. Service Gas Valve
2. Control Knob
3. Piezo Ignitor
4. Inlet Pressure Point
5. Burner Pressure Test
Point

It is recommended that the range be serviced at regular annual intervals.
Arrange with the householder that the range has been turned OFF the night before to ensure it
is cold upon arrival.
The appliance and its individual shut-off valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping
system during any pressure testing of that system at test pressure in excess of 1/2 psig (3.5kPa).
This appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its manual shut-
off valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressure equal to or
less than 1/2 psig (3.5kPa).
1. Isolate the gas supply by turning off the service gas valve beneath the combination gas
valve. Break the hexagon union connection nut. (See Fig. 7).
2. Detach inner burner fixing screws (See Fig. 7) and draw complete gas burner assembly
clear of the combustion chamber resting it on the floor in front of the range.
NOTE: THERE IS SUFFICIENT LENGTH OF THERMOSTAT CAPILLARY TUBE
WITHOUT DETACHING THE SENSING END FROM THE TOP OF THE ROASTING
OVEN.
3. Remove the boiling plate, combustion chamber baffle and simmering plate.
4. Check conditions of flueways and combustion chamber and clean if necessary.
5. Lightly brush the perforated top of the gas burner and check that the burner venturi is free
of lint and fluff.
NOTE: IT MAY BE NECESSARY TO DETACH THE PILOT ASSEMBLY AND REMOVE
THE BURNER TO ENSURE IT IS FREE.
6. Check the condition of the pilot thermocouple tip to ensure it is clean and free of carbon.
Heavy heat oxidised tips should mean the removal of the thermocouple and a new
replacement. Examine and brush clean the pilot light parts and examine the ignitor cable
and connector strip to ensure the PTFE insulation cable, remains intact and strip is firmly
connected to the spark electrode. Clean any carbon away from the electrode.
7. Refit combustion burner chamber baffle.
8. Refit gas burner assembly in reverse manner described in 2 and reconnect gas supply at
service gas valve union. On completion test the gas installation for soundness and purge.
Leak testing of the appliance shall be conducted according to manufacturers instructions.
NOTE: USE SOAPY WATER SOLUTION ON NEW GAS CONNECTIONS TO ENSURE
THERE ARE NO GAS LEAKS.
9. Turn on the gas supply and follow the procedure for lighting the burner.
10. Ensure that the pilot and main burner flames are burning evenly, the thermocouple is
enveloped by the pilot flame.
11. Visually check main burner and pilot flame for correct flame pattern. An established main
burner at high fire will be predominantly blue with yellow tippings on an even height flame
strip and be about 150mm (6in) high. See Fig. 6. Ensure all flameports have cross-lit and
that the pilot light flame is free from sooting.
12. The maximum depth of any cabinets installed above the top cooking surface of the range
must not exceed 330mm (13in).
INSTALLER SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS - GC3 (THREE OVEN)
YEARLY SERVICE
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For further advice or information contact
your local distributor/stockist
With Aga’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.
110 Woodcrest Road
Cherry Hill
NJ 08003
800.633.9200
www.aga-ranges.com