
en Installation and connection
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Gas connection
Installation must only be performed by an approved
expert or a licensed after-sales service engineer in
accordance with the instructions specified under "Gas
connection and conversion to a different gas type".
For the licensed expert or after-sales service
Caution!
■The settings for configuring this appliance can be
found on the rating plate.
■Before setting up the appliance, check the grid
access conditions (gas type and gas pressure) and
ensure that the gas setting of the appliance meets
these conditions. If the appliance settings have to be
changed, follow the instructions in the section "Gas
connection and conversion to a different gas type".
■This appliance is not connected to a waste gas
main. It must be connected and commissioned in
accordance with the installation conditions. Do not
connect the appliance to a waste gas main. All
ventilation regulations must be observed.
■The gas connection must be made via a fixed, i.e.
not mobile connection (gas line) or via a safety
hose.
■If using the safety hose, ensure that the hose is not
trapped or crushed. The hose must not come into
contact with hot surfaces.
■The connection must have an easily accessible
locking device.
Target appliance operating pressure
Your appliance's target operating pressure is specified
on the rating plate on the back of the appliance.
All the data on your appliance's rating plate relates to
these pressure values. The manufacturer shall not be
held liable for results, performance or any risk caused
by operating the appliance at pressure values other
than those specified.
:Warning – Safety information!
If the gas pressure in your distributing pipes is higher
(20%) than the values specified on the appliance's
rating plate, it is important that you operate the
appliance with a suitable gas regulator for your safety.
If you do not know what the gas pressure in your
distributing pipes is, contact your local gas company.
The gas regulator must be connected, maintained and
adjusted by specialists from your local gas company.
Flexible hoses
For flexible hoses, observe the following points:
■Do not pinch or squeeze hoses.
■Do not subject the hoses to twisting or pulling
forces.
■Keep the hoses away from sharp edges.
■Do not let the hoses come into contact with parts
that may reach a temperature higher than 70 °C
above room temperature.
■Make sure that the full length of the hoses is
accessible for inspection.
Checking for leaks
After connecting the gas line, check the connections for
leaks using soapy water.
Initial use
Switch the appliance on as described in the instructions
for use. Light all the burners and check that the flames
remain stable at both the high and low settings.
For your safety (only for ZA)
This appliance is adjusted to operate on LPG only.
Faults in the gas installation/smell of gas
If you notice a smell of gas or faults in the gas
installation, you must
■immediately shut off the gas supply and/or close the
gas cylinder valve
■immediately extinguish all naked flames and
cigarettes
■switch off electrical appliances and lights
■open windows and ventilate the room
■call the aftersales service or the gas supplier
Burn back
Fire in burner tube or chamber
In the event of a burn-back, where the flame burns back
to the jet, immediately turn off the gas supply at the
control valve on the panel.
After ensuring the flame is extinguished, re-light the
appliance in the normal manner.
Should the appliance again burn back, close the control
valve and call a service technician. Do not use the
appliance again until the service technician has
declared that it is safe to do so.
Gas-pressure regulator
This appliance requires an operating pressure of 2,8
kPa at the appliance. A suitable LPG regulator that
coplies with the requirements of SANS 1237 must be
installed.
Important information for the user
This appliance may only be installed by a registeres
LP Gas installer.
All registered installers are issued with a card carrying
their registration number. Ask to be shown the card
before allowing the installation work to be shown the
card before allowing the installation work to commence
and make a note of the installer QCC number.
Upon completion of the installation, the installer is
required to explain the operational details of the
appliance together with the safety instructions.
You should only sign for acceptance of the installation
and be provided with a copletion certificate. You should
only sign for acceptance of the installation when the
installation is completed to your satisfaction.
Note that your invoice is required in the event that you
wish make a quarantee claim.