Gas Connection - Whirlpool ACG 900 IX User Manual

GAS CONNECTION

Should conform to gas utility regulations e.g. AS5601 Gas
installations; also refer to rangehood manufacturers
recommendations.
Check gas pressure, note the correct setting from the data plate
sealed inside the front appliance drawer
This appliance can be connected with rigid pipe as specified in
AS5601 table 3.1 or with a Plumbezy Flexible hose, AGA Approval
number 6196, 10mm ID, class D and between 1-1.2m long in
accordance with AS5601 for a 'high level connection'.
If connected with a flexible hose, the restraining chain supplied
fitted to each side of the cooker must be fixed to the wall as follows:
1. Drill 2 holes in the wall approximately 100mm up from the floor
to line up with the holes in position 1 & 2 above (see fig. A)
2. Insert part R (above) in each hole and screw in part G into each
part R (fig. C).
3. Fix the chain to part G
at position D (chain
should also be fixed at
position C to prevent
cooker tilting) as shown
in Fig. D. Ensure that the
chain prevents stress on
the hose assembly when
the cooker is moved out
of its normal operating
position.
This appliance from the factory suitable for NATURAL gas but, if
necessary, can be adjusted for U-LPG by authorised person.
For the adjustments to U-LPG please operate as specified in the
paragraph GAS CONVERSION AND ADJUSTMENT (pag 4).
The Gas Connection is male 1/2" BSP and is situated at the right
hand rear of the appliance, approximately 40mm from the side
and 695mm from the floor (depends on adjustment of feet).
The appliance shall be installed by an authorized person in
accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions,
relevant local fitting regulations, municipal building regulations,
the AS5601 code for gas burning appliances and equipment and
other relevant statutory code band regulations. If you have some
doubts, please contact the authorities for confirmation concerning
the characteristics of the gas and electricity output.
The appliance is generally preset for natural gas (so no other
adjustment is necessary) ensure regulator is fitted for N.G.
Ensure that all foreign matter has been cleared from the gas
supply line and also purge all air from the gas system. Connect
to regulator, tighten and check the installation to ensure no gas
leaks occur.
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT A SERVICE TAP AND UNION BE
FITTED ADJACENT TO THE APPLIANCE INLET TO FACILITATE
FUTURE SERVICING.
5 burner models: set the burner pressure to 1kPa for Natural Gas
and 2.75kPa for U-LPG with the wok burner operating a full rate'.
Apply a manometer to the test nipple and reset the regulator if
necessary. Do not forget to replace the test nipple screw and to
leave the instructions book with the user.
VERY IMPORTANT FOR THE INSTALLER
Do not attempt to turn or stress threaded elbow of the manifold:
you risk damage to this part of the gas appliance which may void
the manufacturers warranty.
Before Leaving - Check all connections for gas leaks with soap
and water. DO NOT use a naked flame for detecting leaks. Ignite
all burners to ensure correct operation of gas valves, burners and
ignition. Turn gas taps to low flame position and observe stability
of the flame.
When satisfied with the cooker, please instruct the user on the
correct method of operation.
In case the appliance fails to operate correctly after all checks
have been carried out, refer to the authorised service provider in
your area.'
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GAS CONVERSION AND ADJUSTMENT
When used with natural gas all burners have been preset at our
factory and further adjustment should not be necessary. Conversion
kits to other gases are available from the place of purchase. Do
not attempt to fit the conversion kit yourself. Conversion to U-LPG
gas should only be carried out by an authorized technician.
GAS ADJUSTEMENTS
- change the injectors
- adjust the minimum flow
'When converting from Natural Gas to U-LPG ensure that
the NG regulator is removed and replaced with the Test Point
Assembly. A gas regulator suitable for a supply pressure of 2.75kPa
should be part of the gas tank supply and should be adjusted with
the wok burner operating at maximum.
REPLACEMENT OF THE INJECTORS
When required to operate on other gas replace the injectors in
accordance with information referred to in chart below.
TAB. 1
Gas Type
kPa
Natural Gas 1.00 kPa
U - LPG 2.75 kPa
SPECIAL NOTE
After installation or any servicing operation, always ensure that
the appliance is gas sound and that the components are now
operating correctly. Items removed during servicing should be
replaced in the reverse order to their removal.
In order to change the work-top injectors, it is necessary to act as
follows:
- remove the grids
- remove burners
and flame-spreaders.
Jet mm Ø Burners Power MJ/h
0.90 Auxiliary 4.0
1.20 Semi-rapid 7.1
1.50 Rapid 11.0
1.60 Wok 12.5
0.53 Auxiliary 3.7
0.73 Semi-rapid 7.0
0.95 Rapid 11.7
1.00 Wok 12.9