Blodgett BLT-G - Manual (Page 7)

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1.0 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (Continued)
GAS CONNECTIONS
All gas supply connections and any pipe joint compound used must be resistant to the
action of propane gases.
The gas inlet is located under the left hand control console.
Connect gas supply to the appliance. The gas supply line must be at least the
equivalent of 3/4" iron pipe with an incoming pressure of 7" - 14" W.C. (Water Column)
for natural gas or 11" - 14" W.C. (Water Column) for propane gas. Make sure the pipes
are clean and free of obstructions, dirt and piping compound.
Codes require that a gas shutoff valve be installed in the gas line ahead of the tilting
braising pan.
Natural gas and propane gas skillets are equipped with fixed orifices and no adjustment
is necessary. Gas burner manifold is set at 3.5" W.C. (Water Column) for natural gas,
and 10" W.C. (Water Column) for propane gas.
After piping has been checked for leaks, all piping receiving gas should be fully purged
to remove air.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
WARNING: ELECTRICAL GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance is equipped with a three-prong (grounding) plug for your
protection against shock hazard and should be plugged directly into a
properly grounded three-prong receptacle. Do not cut or remove the
grounding prong from this plug. (120V units only).
The electrical wiring diagram is located inside the left-hand skillet console.
The wiring compartment is located in the left hand control console. For units operated
on electrical supply other than 120 volts, remove the left hand console cover and make
electrical connections per the wiring diagram located inside. The skillet must be
grounded in accordance with requirements of the National Electrical Code or applicable
local code.
Replace console cover.