Instructions / Assembly

CONNECTOR MINIMUM FLOW CAPACITY
Straight Length Capacity (BTU/Hr., 0.64 Sp Gr., 1,000 BTU per cubic ft. at 0.5 inch W.C. pressure drop)
SIZING THE CONNECTOR TO APPLIANCE
Using the chart below, select the gas connector with the minimum flow capacity that is HIGHER than the input rating of the
appliance. However, select the gas connector with the flow capacity that is CLOSEST TO the input rating of the appliance.
If the gas connector is not properly sized to the appliance, the Gastop EFV may not activate in the event of a gas line
rupture or disconnection. If the gas connector is under sized for the appliance, EFV may activate prematurely restricting
gas flow during normal operation of the appliance. DO NOT CONNECT Gastop EFV DIRECTLY TO THE APPLIANCE. The
EFV must be installed between the gas supply pipe (Inlet) and the flexible gas connector as shown on Figure1 above.
Required System Components
• Easyflex Gas Connector with EFV
WARNING: Turn off gas supply
before disconnecting old
appliance. In absence of manual
shut-off valve near appliance
location, gas MUST be shut off
on the main valve, near the meter.
Required Tools
• Two 10” adjustable wrenches
• Pipe thread sealant
Note
• Fuel codes require installation of a manual shut-off
valve in the same room that is whithin easy reach
of the appliance (i.e within 6 feet).
• A shut-off valve is not included with this connector.
• Leak detection solution
• Cleaning rag
The above flow capacities are the minimum performance requirement per ANSI Z21.24 CSA 6.10 & ANSI Z21.75-CSA 6.27.
Easyflex Gas Connectors exceed these minimum flow capacity requirements.
Series
014
038
012
034
Nominal OD
3/8"
1/2"
5/8"
1"
Nominal ID
1/4"
3/8"
1/2"
3/4"
12"
48,000
102,000
180,000
290,900
18"
43,800
93,100
164,200
290,900
24"
40,000
85,000
150,000
290,900
30"
36,400
77,100
136,000
270,500
36"
33,400
71,100
125,000
255,900
48"
28,300
60,500
106,000
215,000
60"
24,900
53,200
93,200
197,400
72"
23,100
49,100
86,000
173,900
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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Male
Gastop EFV
FIGURE 1
• The installation MUST BE complaint with the National Fuel Gas Code (ANSI Z233.1) and local installation codes.
• The installation and testing MUST be performed by a qualified professional. Make sure that gas supply and gas valves of the
appliances are shut off before the installation of gas connector.
• DO NOT REUSE any connectors, fittings and valves. They are designed for use on original installation only. Removal of connector
and any additional handing may damage connector making it unsafe and unreliable for reuse.
• DO NOT use this connector if it has been in a fire. Fire can damage the connector making it unsafe for reuse.
• DO NOT use this connector on appliances equipped with rollers or casters. This connector is designed for limited movement after
installation. Repeated bending, flexing or extreme vibration can cause metal fatigue and must be avoided.
• DO NOT use connectors to make a direct connection to LP gas containers. Connection MUST be made to the regulator device only.
• DO NOT use connector on appliance in moving vehicles such as RV’s, trailers, etc. However, this product may be used in
manufactured housing, like permanent residence mobile homes.
• DO NOT use this connector with infrared radiant tube heaters. Cyclic movement of heater may cause connector to fail.
• Keep cleaning solvents containing ammonia or chlorine away from uncoated or damaged gas connectors. DO NOT store these
solutions near connectors or use the connectors near a swimming pool or hot tub. If exposed to these chemical products, rinse the
connectors thoroughly with water.
• DO NOT join two or more connectors to make a longer connector.
• DO NOT stretch connector to make it fit. Connector should be of adequate length to reach from the gas supply line to the appliance
without stretching.
• DO NOT conceal connector or run connector through enclosed outdoor BBQ pits, walls, partitions, floors or appliance panels.
The gas outlet must be in the same room as appliance.
• DO NOT assemble gas connector nuts directly to male pipe threads of gas supply pipe or appliance. Install connector using the
fittings provided. (See FIGURE 1)
CAUTION & WARNING
TO GAS SUPPLY
TO APPLIANCE