Defy DGS 150 Installation and maintenance instructions

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Part Number 066200
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Installation
Safety
Maintenance
Installer Details
Service
MODEL
DGS 150
GAS / ELECTRIC
STOVE

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This manual deals specifically with the Installation, Safety, Maintenance, Installer De-
tails, Service and Warranty aspects of your new Defy Stove. It should be read in con-
junction with the separate instruction handbook supplied.
Introduction
Unpacking
Instructions for the installer
• Please ensure that packaging material is disposed of in a responsible manner.
• Plastic bags should be cut up to prevent children playing with them and acciden-
tally suffocating.
• If the appliance is damaged in any way, do not use it. Report the damage to your
dealer, who will take the necessary corrective action.
1 2
O Seal
Clamp
REGULATOR
Caution: Never use a naked flame to check for gas leaks
• Check for gas leaks after installation and whenever a new or re-filled gas bottle is
used for the first time.
• Ensure that the control knobs on the hob are in the OFF position.
• Open the valve on the Gas bottle.
• Using a small paint brush, apply some soapy water to all the connections.
• If there is a leak, bubbles will appear.
• If this happens, close the valve on the gas bottle.
• Check and tighten the connections immediately.
• Repeat the procedure to ensure that there are no further leaks.
Electrical installation
• Insert the fitted 15A. -3pin moulded plug into a 15A. earthed wall socket.
• This appliance must be earthed. The manufacturer and the seller do not accept re-
sponsibility for any damage due to incorrect installation or electrical connection.
LPG (Liquid Petroleum Gas) Installation
• The installation must conform with the requirements of SANS 10087-1.
• Soak the end of the plastic hose in hot water to soften it and then push the hose end
fully over the hose nozzle. (See sketch 1 below)
• Secure the hose by tightening the hose clamp. ( See sketch 2 below)
• Similarly, secure the other end of the hose to the regulator on the gas bottle.

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Flexible hose - Not supplied.
• Any hose that is used to connect the stove to the gas system shall comply with
SANS 1156-2 or BS 3212.
Temporary installation.
• Flexible hose connection from the gas appliance to the cylinder can be made by the
user. Ensure that pipe clamps are tightened correctly and are of good quality.
Gas cylinder - Not supplied.
• For best results we recommend that gas cylinders with a minimum capacity of 19kg
be used.
Regulator - Not supplied.
• A 2,8 kPa LPG gas regulator which complies with SANS 1237 must be used.
Permanent installation.
• The appliance may only be installed by a Qualified Gas Fitter who is registered with
the LPGSASA. (Liquid Petroleum Gas Association of Southern Africa)
• All registered Gas Fitters are issued with an identity card which carries their
registration number. Make a note of this in the box below.
• The Gas Fitter should also provide you with a written certificate after completion of
the work. Failure to comply with the above will render the warranty invalid.
• Before the installer hands over the installed appliance be sure that you fully
understand:
a) The position of the isolation or shut-off valve in the gas supply line to the appliance.
b) The requirements for safe operation of the appliance.
Note:
• This appliance is supplied ex-factory with jets and air settings for use
with LPG gas only.
• We strongly recommend that the changing of the jets and air flow
adjustment be carried out by a trained Defy technician.
Installer’s details to be filled in below
Safety compliance with local requirements

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Operating the gas burners
• The large flame symbol on the knob indicates the maximum flame setting and the
small flame symbol indicates the lowest flame setting.
• To light the burner, press down lightly on the relevant control knob and simultane-
ously rotate it to the large flame position where it will depress further and an elec-
tronically generated spark will ignite the gas.
• Immediately release the control knob and adjust the flame to your requirements.
• If the flame fails to ignite or burn, please repeat the above procedure.
LPG Gas hob
Fitting instructions for burner caps
• Carefully align the 2 holes in the aluminium burner cap body with the ignition elec-
trode and the flame failure sensor.
• Gently lower the burner cap into position
• Centralise and level the burner cap cover onto the burner cap body.
Standard burner
Burner cap body
Flame failure sensor
Ignition electrode
Burner cap cover
Wok burner
Safety
Flame failure –safety cut out.
• Should the flame extinguish for whatever reason, the flow of gas to the burner will
automatically be terminated.
Action to be taken in the event of a burn back.
• In the event of a burn back ( where the flame burns back into the jet ) immediately
turn off the control to the affected burner.
• Wait a few minutes and relight the burner in the normal manner.
• If the burn back occurs again, turn off the control knob to the affected burner, and
consult the nearest Defy service technician, who will advise you .
Ventilation.
• Room ventilation is vital for the efficient performance of the appliance and for the
safety of the occupants in the room in which the appliance is installed.

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Maintenance and servicing
Service intervals.
• Every twelve months the hob should be serviced by a Defy Service agent to ensure
continued efficient and safe operation.
• Note: If required, the cleaning of the valves should only be carried out by a qualified
Defy technician. ie. Burner not functioning correctly.
• Removable burner parts should be washed weekly with hot water and detergent.
• Take care to remove any encrustations and ensure that the burner holes are clear.
• The condition of the gas hose and valve should be inspected for leaks every time the
gas bottle is re-filled.
• Check house fuses or trip switches.
• Check if there is power to the unit by plugging another small appliance into the wall
socket.
• Check that there is gas in the bottle and that the valve is open.
Problem check
Before calling a service technician to assist with a problem,
PLEASE CHECK THE FOLLOWING.
Service Centres
If you have followed the instructions and still have a problem, contact the
nearest Defy Service Centre. They will be able to advise you on any aspect
of your stove or send a qualified technician to repair it.
Service Centres are located in:
Bloemfontein,
Cape Town,
Durban,
East London,
Johannesburg,
Polokwane,
Port Elizabeth
and Pretoria.
Other areas are serviced by over 200 authorised Service Agents.
Consult your telephone directory for the nearest regional
Defy Service Centre.

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This certificate is issued by DEFY APPLIANCES LIMITED manufacturers of Defy and Ocean
products, hereinafter the Company, to the original purchaser only, of the appliance described on the
certificate and shall constitute the only warranty given in respect of this appliance.
The Company warrants to the original purchaser that for a period of TWO YEARS from date of pur-
chase the appliance is free from defect under normal domestic use, both in workmanship and mate-
rial, subject to the following conditions.
1. Repair or replacement of any part of this appliance, found by the Company to be defective, shall
be at the election of the Company. The Company reserves the right to effect such service through
any of its Service Divisions or Authorised Service Dealers. The cost of such service shall be borne
by the Company in full, provided that the appliance is located no further than 50 km from a Com-
pany Service Centre or an Authorised Service Dealer. Where the appliance is located beyond the
50 km radius, the purchaser shall be liable for the standard travelling charges, as determined by the
Company.
CARRY IN SERVICE Microwave ovens, Compact cookers, Domino hobs and small appliances
are repaired in our service centres and are not collected from the customers home. Faulty units
should be delivered to the purchasing dealer or to the nearest Company Service Centre for warranty
repairs.
2. Rusted or corroded plates, vitreous enamelware, fuses and lamps are specifically excluded from
these warranties. It is an express condition of these warranties that the purchaser takes due care and
attention in the use and maintenance of the appliance. Abuse, misuse in conflict with operating in-
structions, connection to incorrect voltages and subjection to commercial use shall release the
Company from its obligations.
3. This warranty shall become void and cease to operate if the appliance is dismantled by, or any re-
pairs to the appliance are effected by any persons not duly authorised by the Company, or if substi-
tute parts not approved by the Company are used in the appliance, or if the serial number of the ap-
pliance is removed.
4. The Company shall not be responsible for damages resulting from fire, flood, civil disturbances or
any Act of God. The Company shall not, in terms of these warranties be responsible nor held liable
for any consequential loss or damage of any kind caused by or due to the failure or malfunction of
the appliance.
5. The Company shall not be responsible for transportation or other costs other than those incurred
within the provisions of Point 1 of this Certificate.
6. These warranties shall not apply to the appliance if it is purchased or used beyond the borders of
the Republic of South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Swaziland and Lesotho.
7. Where service is requested under warranty and no fault or defect can be found by the Company,
all costs incurred will be for the purchaser's account.
8. This Certificate as well as your invoice will serve as proof of purchase. For the purpose of war-
ranty, it will be essential to produce this Certificate and invoice. Failure to do so, will render the
purchaser liable for service costs.
KEEP THIS CERTIFICATE AND SALES INVOICE AS PROOF OF PURCHASE FOR
WARRANTY PURPOSES.
Warranty

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Notes