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GAS REQUIREMENTS

GAS REQUIREMENTS:

Verify the type of gas supply to be used,either natural or LP. Mak e sure the marked gas on the
appliance rating plate(s) and hook-up kit agrees with that of the supply.
Never connect an unregulated gas line to the appliance.
An installer supplied gas shut-off valve must be installed in an easily accessible location. All installer
supplied parts must conform to local codes,or in the absence of local codes, ANSI/NFPS-770-1984.
All pipe sealants must be an approved type and resistant to the actions of LP gases. Never use pipe
sealant on flare fittings.
All gas connections should be made by a qualified technician and in accordance with local codes and
ordinances. In the absence of local codes, the installation must comply with the National Fuel Gas
Code ANSI Z223.1.
Gas conversion kits are available from the factory. When ordering, have the model number,and the
type of gas (natural or LP) which you need.
Total gas consumption of the Professional Side Burner with burner(s) on “HIGH”: Table 1 below.
TABL E 1
The appliance and its individual shut-off valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping
system during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of 1/2 PSIG (3.5kPa.).
The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its individual manual
shut-off valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or
less than 1/2 PSIG (3.5 kPa.).
The installation of this appliance must conform with local codes or in the absence of local codes,with
the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1. Installation in Canada must be in accordance with the
Standard CAN1-b149 and/or .2 (installation code for gas burning appliances and equipment) and local
codes.

NATURAL GAS HOOK-UP:

CONNECTION: 1/2” NPT male with 3/8”flare adapter.
OPERATING PRESSURE: 4.0”W.C.
SUPPLY PRESSURE: 5” to 14”W.C. If in excess of 14” W.C.,a step down regulator is required.
Check with your local gas utility company or with local codes for instructions on installing gas supply
lines. Be sure to check on type and size of run, and how deep to bury the line. If the gas line is too
small,the Professional Side Burner will not function properly.

MODEL Btu/hr

BGB131 17,000

BGB131-BI 17,000

BGB132 34,000

BGB132-BI 34,000