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STEP 7
CONNECTING THE RANGE TO GAS
Because hard piping restricts When using test pressures greater
movement of the range, the use of an than ½ psig to pressure test the gas
A.G.A. certified flexible metal supply system of the residence,
appliance connector is recommended disconnect the range and individual
unless local codes require a hard- shut-off valve from the gas supply
piped connection. piping. When using test pressures
of ½ psig or less to test the gas
Never use an old connector when supply system, simply isolate the
installing a new range. If the hard range from the gas supply system
piping method is used, you must by closing the individual shut-off
carefully align the pipe; the range valve.
cannot be moved after the connection
is made.
To prevent gas leaks, put pipe joint
compound on, or wrap pipe thread *Teflon: Registered trademark of Dupont.
with Teflon* tape all around male
(external) pipe threads.
7-1. Remove the left most burner pan.
Locate the pressure regulator
Left of the rear burner.
7-2. Install a manual gas shut-off valve
in the gas line in an easily accessed
location outside the range. Make
sure everyone operating the range
knows where and how to shut off the
gas supply to the range.
7-3. Install male ½” flare union adapter
to the ½” NPT internal thread at
inlet of the regulator. Use a backup
wrench on the regulator fitting to
avoid damage.
7-4. Install male ½” or ¾” flare union
adapter to the NPT internal thread
of the manual shut-off valve, taking
care to back-up the shut-off valve
to keep it from turning.
7-5. Connect flexible metal appliance
connector to the adapter on the range.
Position range to permit connection at
the shut-off valve or vise versa.
7-6. When all connections have been made,
make sure all range controls are in the
off position and turn on the main gas
supply valve. Use a liquid leak detector
at all joints and connections to check
for leaks in the system.