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Wheninstallingthe hobabovea built-inovenwithout forced
ventilation, ensure that there are air inlets and outlets for
ventilatingtheinteriorof thecabinetadequately.
Gas Connection for Cooktop
The hob should be connected to the gas supply by an
authorized installer.During installation of this product it is
essential to fit an approved gas tap to isolate the supply
fromthe appliance fortheconvenienceofanysubsequent
removal or servicing. Connection of the appliance to the
gas mains or liquid gas tanks must be carried out
according to the safety standards currently in force, and
only after it is ascertained that it is suitable for the type of
gas to be used. If not, follow the instructions indicated in
thesectionentitled, “Adaptingthehobfor DifferentTypesof
Gas”.Ifthehob istobe connectedtotanks containingliquid
gas,usepressureregulators thatcomplywithcurrent safety
standards.
Important: To insure that the appliance operates safety,
the gas is regulated correctly and your appliance lasts
overtime, make sure that gaspressure levels comply with
the indications given in Table 1, “Nozzle and Burner
Specifications”.
Gas Connection to Non-flexible Pipe
(copper or steel)
Connectionto the gas source mustbe done in such a way
as to not create any stress points at any part of the
appliance.
The appliance is fitted with an adjustable, "L" shaped
connectorandagasketfortheattachmenttothegassupply.
Should this connector have to be turned, the gasket must
bereplaced (supplied with the appliance).
The gas feed connector to the appliance is a threaded,
male 1/2" connector for round gas pipe.
Gas Connection to Flexible Steel Pipe
Thegasfeedconnectorto theapplianceisa threaded,male
1/2" connector for round gas pipe. Only use pipes, tubes
and gaskets that comply with current safety codes. The
maximumlengthof theflexiblepipes mustnot exceed2000
mm.Once the connectionhas been made, ensurethat the
flexiblemetal tube does not touchany moving parts and is
notcrushed.
Check the Seal
Oncethe hob hasbeen installed, makesure all the
connectionsare properly sealed,using a soapywater
solution.Neverusea flame.
Adapting the Hob for Different Types of Gas
To adapt the hob to a different type of gas than that for
whichit wasdesigned, (see thesticker under thehob or on
the packaging), the burner nozzles must be changed, as
follows:
•Remove the pan supports and slide the burners out of
thehob.
•Unscrew the nozzles using a 7mm socket wrench and
replace them with those for the new type of gas. (See
Table1,“Burnerand NozzleSpecifications”).
•Reassemble the parts following the instructions in
reverse order.
•Oncompletingthe operation,replacetheold ratinglabel
with the one showing the new type of gas;the sticker
is available from our Hotpoint Service (see KEY
CONATCTS,back page).
If the gas pressure is different than that prescribed, a
pressure regulator must be installed at the source, in
compliance with national standards governing the use of
piped gas regulators.
Regulation of Air Supply to the Burner
Theburnersdo notneed aprimaryairregulator.
MinimumRegulation
•Turn the gas valve to minimum.
•Remove the knob and turn the regulator screw
(positioned either on the side of the top or inside the
shaft) clockwise until the flame becomes small but
regular.
N.B.: Inthecase ofliquid gas,theregulation screwmust be
fullyscrewedin (clockwise).
•Make sure that, when the knob is turned rapidly high
to low, the flame does not go out.
•In the event of a malfunction on appliances with the
security device (thermocouple) when the gas supply
isset at minimum, increase the minimum supply levels
usingtheregulatorscrew.
Once the adjustment has been made, apply sealing wax,
or a suitable substitute, to the old seals on the by-pass.
Installation Instructions for your built-in Hob