Operating Instructions and Installation Instructions

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The gas inlet on the new appliances is
equipped with a parallel thread ISO 228-1.
To assemble it, follow stages 3, 4, 5, and 6
as described below.
Precautions to take:
• the flexible pipe must be mounted so
that it will not be subjected to mechanical
stresses, such as being twisted,
compressed or pulled;
•theflexible pipe mustbe fitted sothatit
will not come into contact with any other
movable piece of furniture;
•it musthave abending radiusof atleast
ten times its outside diameter;
•itmustnotcomeintocontactwithanyhot
surfaces;
•ensurethat it isinstalled in aplace with
easy access, so that its entire length can
be checked.
•itshouldnotbelocatedinanoverheated
environment. and must be protected from
sunlight and ultraviolet rays
Periodical checks and replacement
The gas connection pipe must be checked
at least annually to ensure that there is
no visible deterioration. The hose must be
replaced no later than the replacement date
indicated.
IMPORTANT:
Take the precaution of using two keys when
screwing up the components. (fig. 9.4).
After connecting the gas, use a soapy
solution to check that the connections
are sealed tight, and never use an open
flame.
Fig. 9.4