Town RiceMaster Gas Rice Cookers - Manual (Page 3)

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INSTALLATION:
1. The gas supply line must be of adequate size to insure maximum efficiency of the unit.
2. The installation must conform with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, Natural Gas
Installation Code, CAN/CGA-B149.1 or the Propane Installation Code, CAN/CGA-B149.2, as
applicable including:
a. The appliance and its individual shutoff valve must be disconnected from the gas supply
piping system during any pressure testing of that system at test pressure in excess of 1/2
NPT (3.45 kPa).
b. The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its
individual manual valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at
test pressures equal or less than 1/2 psig (3.45 kPa).
3. Local regulations governing gas appliance installations must be complied with.
4. Equipment should be in an area with adequate ventilation.
5. Minimum spacing of 6” to combustible construction is required along back and side walls.
Clearance for non combustible construction are the same as combustible clearances. For use
only on noncombustible floors.
6. Materials such as wood, compressed paper and plant fibers that will ignite and burn, must not
be exposed near this unit. Local safety codes should be complied with in respect to fire hazard
avoidance.
7. Use of the supplied pressure regulator is mandatory. Note: use of two regulators may cause
insufficient gas flow. Consult with your installer but always comply with above codes.
8. Keep the appliance area free and clear from combustible materials, gasoline and other
flammable vapors and liquids.
9. Locate this appliance in a well ventilated place. do not block or cover the opening between
the shroud and pot. Do not obstruct flow of combustion and ventilation air.
10. This unit must be installed with adequate clearance for servicing and proper operation.
11. This unit should be operated only with drip pan in place.
12. If the unit is connected to a flexible gas line, the installation shall be made with a connector
that complies with the Standard Connectors for Movable Gas Appliances, ANSIZ21.69 or
Connectors for Movable Gas Appliances, CAN/CGA-06.16, and a Quick Disconnect, device
that complies with the standard for Quick Disconnect Devices for Use with Gas Fuel
ANSIZ21.41, or Quick Disconnect Devices for use with Gas Fuel, CAN1-6.9, and adequate
means must be provided to limit the movement of the appliance without depending on
connector and the quick disconnect device or its associated piping to limit the appliance
movement.
13. Before connecting gas check that gas valve on the appliance is turned “off” (gas valve handle in
vertical position.)
14. Check for leaks using soapy water or other suitable leak detector. Rinse off the soapy water
after testing. dO NOT USE OPEN FLAME FOR TESTING.
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