Owner's Manual

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Gas Supply Requirements
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Use a new CSA International approved gas supply line.
Install a shut-off valve.
Securely tighten all gas connections.
If connected to propane, have a qualified person make
sure gas pressure does not exceed 14ʺ (36 cm) water
column.
Examples of a qualified person include: licensed heating
personnel, authorized gas company personnel, and
authorized service personnel.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
IMPORTANT: This installation must conform with all local codes
and ordinances. In the absence of local codes, installation must
conform with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54
or, in Canada, the Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code,
CSA B149.1 - latest edition.
IMPORTANT: Leak testing of the cooktop must be conducted
according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Type of Gas
Natural Gas:
This cooktop is factory set for use with Natural gas. If converting
to Propane gas, see the following “Propane Gas Conversion”
section. The model/serial rating plate located on the underside of
the cooktop base has information on the types of gas that can be
used. If the types of gas listed do not include the type of gas
available, check with the local gas supplier.
Propane Gas Conversion:
Conversion must be done by a qualified service technician.
No attempt shall be made to convert the cooktop from the gas
specified on the model/serial/rating plate for use with a different
gas without consulting the serving gas supplier. See the Gas
Conversion instructions provided in the package containing
literature.
Gas Supply Line
� Provide a gas supply line of 3/4" (19 mm) rigid pipe to the
cooktop location. A smaller size pipe on longer runs may result
in insufficient gas supply. Pipe-joint compounds that resist the
action of Propane gas must be used. Do not use TEFLON
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tape. With Propane gas, piping or tubing size should be
1/2" (13 mm) minimum. Usually, Propane gas suppliers
determine the size and materials used in the system.
Flexible Metal Appliance Connector:
� If local codes permit, use a 1/2" (13 mm) or 3/4" (19 mm)
I.D. flexible stainless steel tubing gas connector, designed
by CSA to connect the cooktop to the rigid gas supply line.
� A 1/2" (13 mm) male pipe thread is needed for connection
to the female pipe threads of the inlet to the cooktop
pressure regulator.
� Do not kink or damage the flexible metal tubing when
moving the cooktop.
� Must include a shut-off valve:
Install a manual gas line shut-off valve in an easily accessible
location. Do not block access to shut-off valve. The valve is for
turning on or shutting off gas to the cooktop.
A. Gas supply line
B. Shut-off valve “open” position
C. To range
Gas Pressure Regulator
The gas pressure regulator supplied with this cooktop must be
used. The inlet pressure to the regulator should be as follows for
proper operation:
Natural Gas:
Minimum pressure: 12.7 cm WCP
Maximum pressure: 17.8 cm to 35.5 cm WCP
Propane Gas:
Minimum pressure: 27.9 cm WCP
Maximum pressure: 35.5 cm WCP
Contact local gas supplier if you are not sure about the inlet
pressure.
Burner Input Requirements
Input ratings shown on the model/serial/rating plate are for
elevations up to 2,000 ft (609.6 m).
For elevations above 2,000 ft (609.6 m), ratings are reduced at a
rate of 4% for each 1,000 ft (304.8 m) above sea level (not
applicable for Canada).
For elevations above 6,560 ft (1999.5 m) a high altitude kit is
needed to avoid any reduced power output. See separate
Propane gas conversion instructions sheet.
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