The amount of spring tension applied to the diaphragm determines the output pressure of the regulator (see Figure 2-5).

Cap (L.P. Position)

Tension Spring

Diaphragm

 

Gas Outlet

Gas Inlet

To Cooktop

Burners

 

Gas Outlet

To Oven

Burners

Figure 2-5

A manual gas shutoff on some pressure regulators will allow the gas to be turned off to the oven burners during service to allow gas flow to the cooktop to remain on. The gas to the oven burners is turned off by moving the manual shutoff lever in the direction shown in Figure 2-6.

Cap (L.P. Position)

Tension Spring

Diaphragm

 

Gas Outlet

Gas Inlet

To Cooktop

Burners

 

 

Gas Outlet

Manual Shutoff

To Oven

Burners

Lever

 

CLOSED POSITION

Manual Shutoff

 

Lever

OPEN POSITION

Figure 2-6

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Whirlpool 4322452 manual Open Position