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LPG flexible connections must be of a type
suitable for LPG and capable of operation up
to 50mbar and to carry a red strips, band or
label.
- The appliance flexible connector should not
be subjected to undue forces either in normal
use or whilst connected or disconnected; The
socket which the plug of the appliance
flexible connector fits should be permanently
attached to a firmly fixed gas installation pipe
and positioned such that the appliance
flexible connector hose hangs freely
downwards (see fig.);
- The appliance flexible connector should be
positioned such that it will not suffer
mechanical damage, e.g. abrasion from the
surrounding kitchen furniture, which may be
moved in use such as a drawer or door, or by
being trapped by any stability device.
The plug-in-connector bayonet should be
accessible for disconnection after moving the
appliance.