2.
Install male 0.5-in (1.3-mm) flare union adapter to the 0.5-in (1.3-mm) NPT
internal thread at the regulator inlet. Use a backup wrench on the regulator
fitting to avoid damage.
When installing the range from the front, remove the 90 ° elbow for easier
installation.
3.
Install male 0.5-in (1.3-mm) or 0.75-in (1.9-mm) flare union adapter to the
NPT internal thread of the manual shut-off valve, taking care to back up the
shut-off valve to keep it from turning.
4.
Connect flexible metal appliance connector to the adapter on the range.
Position range to permit connection at the shut-off valve.
5.
When all connections have been made, make sure all range controls are in the
off position and turn on the main gas supply valve. Use a liquid leak detector
at all joints and connections to check for leaks in the system.
WARNING
Do not use a flame to check for gas leaks to prevent death, personal injury,
explosion, and/or fire hazard.
When using test pressures greater than 1/2 psig to pressure-test the gas supply
system of the residence, disconnect the range and individual shut-off valve from
the gas supply piping. When using test pressures of 1/2 psig or less to test the gas
supply system, simply isolate the range from the gas supply system by closing the
individual shut-off valve.
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Flexible connector hookup
Installer: Inform the consumer of the location of the gas shut-off valve.
Gas Shut-Off Valve
0.5-in or 0.75-in Gas Pipe
If your area requires a rigid pipe hookup,
Tubing Line to
contact a qualified installer, service agency,
Oven Burner
or gas supplier.
Adapter
Control Valve
Tubing Line to
The gas shut-off valve should be installed
Cooktop Control
Flex
Manifold
in an accessible location in the gas piping,
Connector
(6-ft max.)
Pressure
external to the appliance, for the purpose
Regulator
of turning on or shutting off the gas to the
appliance.
Adapter
NOTE
NOTE
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