Desa Tech CGP10T Checking GAS, Connections, Pressure Testing GAS Supply Piping System

CONNECTING	IMPORTANT: Hold pressure regulator with wrench when connecting it to gas piping
TO GAS	and/or fittings.
SUPPLY
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		Pressure
		Regulator
	3/8" NPT
	Pipe Nipple
		Heater
		Cabinet
	Ground Joint Union
		Tee Joint
	Manual Shutoff Valve *	Reducer		Test
	From External	Bushing to		Gauge
		1/8" NPT	Connection *
	Regulator
	(11" W.C. to 14" W.C.	1/8" NPT
	Pressure)	Plug Tap
		Tee
	3" Minimum	Joint
		Pipe	Sediment Trap
		Nipple
		Cap
	Figure 13 - Gas Connection

*An A.G.A. design-certified manual shutoff valve with 1/8" NPT tap is an acceptable alternative to test gauge connection. Purchase the optional A.G.A. design-certified manual shutoff valve from your dealer. See Accessory, page 28.

CHECKING	WARNING
GAS
	Test all gas piping and connections for leaks after installation or
CONNECTIONS	servicing. Correct all leaks at once.
	WARNING
	Never use an open flame to check for a leak. Apply a mixture of
	liquid soap and water to all joints. Bubbles forming show a leak.
	Correct all leaks at once.

CAUTION

Make sure external regulator has been installed between propane/LP supply and heater. See guidelines under Connecting to Gas Sup- ply, page 13.

PRESSURE TESTING GAS SUPPLY PIPING SYSTEM

Test Pressures In Excess Of 1/2 PSIG

1.Disconnect heater and its individual manual shutoff valve from gas supply piping system. Pressures in excess of 1/2 Psig will damage heater regulator.

2.Cap off open end of gas pipe where manual shutoff valve was connected.

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