30electrolux
Gas connection
IMPORTANT
This appliance must be installed and serviced by a competent person as stated in the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations Current Editions and the IEE Wiring Regulations.
Any gas installation must be carried out by a competent person to the relevant Gas Standards.
The manufacturer will not accept liability, should the above instructions or any of the other safety instructions incorporated in this book be ignored.
Connecting to Gas
This cooker is designed to be installed with an appliance flexible connection. Connection is made to the RC 1/2 (1/2" B.S.P.) female threaded elbow supplied with the appliance (see Fig. 1) located just below the hotplate level on the rear
The gas bayonet connector can be fitted directly behind the appliance or alternatively adjacent to the appliance on the left hand side. If fitted in a cupboard access must be available to disconnect and connect the flexible hose.
It is recommended that a bayonet type plug in micropoint flexible hose is used.
Recommended length - 4 feet x 3/8 inch bore.
When the final connection has been made, it is essential that a thorough leak test is carried out on the cooker and installation.
Ensure that the main connection pipe does not exert any strain on the cooker.
Note:
For certain types of gas bayonet connection used, it may not be possible for the appliance to be pushed fully back to the wall stops.
Important:
Flexible tubing MUST comply with BS.669 Current Edition.
Fig. 1
A)End of shaft with nut
B)Washer
C)Elbow
