3.3 Connecting the Gas Supply
WARNING
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Before connecting the gas supply, determine
the gas type and pressure for the appliance
by referring to the rating plate. Use only
the same gas type indicated on the rating
plate. Using a dierent gas type will result in
abnormal combustion and malfunction of the
appliance. Gas supplies should be connected
by a licensed professional only.
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The appliance and its gas connection must be
leak tested before placing it in operation.
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This appliance cannot be converted from
natural gas to propane or vice versa without
a gas conversion kit. Do not attempt a
eld conversion of this appliance without
a gas conversion kit. Doing so will result in
dangerous operating conditions and will void
the warranty.
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For gas conversion instructions, refer
to relevant sections of the water heater
installation manual (supplied).
It is recommended that this appliance be
connected as the rst one downstream of the gas
meter, to ensure a sucient gas supply.
It is recommended that
this appliance be the rst
connected to the gas supply
line.
Gas Supply Line
Gas meter’s capacity ≥ Total gas
capacity of connected appliances
*Gas connection can be made on the left or right side of the cabinet.
To connect the gas supply:
1. Determine the gas type and pressure for the
appliance by referring to the rating plate.
2. Perform a pressure test on the main gas supply
line.
3. Purge the gas line of any debris.
4. Determine the proper size and type for the gas
line. Refer to the tables that follow.
5. Install full port valves on the gas supply line and
appliance.
6. Connect the gas supply line.
7. Test the supply line, all connection points, and
the appliance for gas leaks.
Union
Gas Shuto Valve
Gas Supply
Gas Inlet Adapter
Pipe size :
1
/
2
in to
3
/
4
in
(inner diameter)
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