Dormont 0240661 Gas Connector Instruction Manual

: June 3, 2024
: Dormont

Table of Contents

Dormont 0240661 Gas Connector
Safety Precautions
Glossary
Gas Appliance Connector
Installation Instructions
Testing the system
Limited Lifetime Warranty
Documents / Resources
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)

Dormont 0240661 Gas Connector

Safety Precautions

Read entirely before installing

To avoid personal injury (including death) or property damage, read and understand this entire instruction sheet before installing your gas connector. Follow all instructions and safety precautions during installation, use and maintenance. If you do not understand any of these instructions or precautions, call a licensed plumber. Any damage to the connector or product failures that occur as a result of improper installation or neglect to follow these instructions will void this limited warranty.

WARNING: To prevent corrosion, DO NOT allow strong cleaning solutions or chemicals to come in contact with the connector. These include acids, solvents, solder fluxes with zinc chlorides, ammonia, chlorinated chemicals, and any liquid with chlorine such as laundry bleach or dish detergent.
An accessible manual gas shutoff valve must be present on the gas supply ahead of the connector. DO NOT proceed with this installation if a shutoff valve is not present – call a licensed plumber for assistance.
DO NOT assemble the connector nut directly to male pipe threads.
DO NOT install the gas connector so that it is concealed within or runs through any wall, floor or
other partition. The gas outlet must be in the same room as the appliance. This is so it is visible for periodic inspection.
The connector should be of adequate length to reach from the gas supply line to the appliance without stretching. NEVER join two or more connectors to make a longer connector.
NEVER reuse a gas connector. If a new appliance is purchased or an existing appliance is moved, a new connector must be used.
Only the fittings supplied with this connector or those manufactured and recommended by Dormont Manufacturing Company should be used.
Connectors are designed for occasional movement after installation. Not for use on castered equipment. Repeated bending, flexing or extreme vibration will cause metal fatigue and must be avoided.
This flexible gas connector is to be used on natural or LP/propane gas supply systems with operating pressures no higher than 1/2 lb. per square inch.
DO NOT kink, twist or bend the connector smaller than 11/2″ internal diameter (approximately the diameter of a golf ball). Avoid sharp bends – no right angles.
To avoid corrosion, do not allow connector to come in contact with foreign objects such as wall studs, electrical wiring, copper or iron pipe, paneling, sheet metal, etc.
DO NOT use the gas connector or gas supply line for the appliance ground.
This product meets national building codes and the ANSI standard for gas connectors (ANSI Z21.24). However, local codes and regulations prevail. Contact your local municipality to verify applicable codes.
Additional requirements for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Installations must be performed by a qualified or licensed contractor, plumber, or gasfitter qualified by the state, province, or region where this appliance is being installed.
Only use gas shutoff valves approved for use within the state, province, or region where this appliance is being installed.
A flexible gas connector, when used, must not exceed 4 feet.

Glossary

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Flare: The tapered (beveled) surface of the connector nut or fitting where the seal occurs. Pipe thread sealant or Teflon® tape should never be applied to a flared surface.
Male Pipe Threads – the external pipe thread that protrudes from the fitting and fits into a female pipe thread. (Also referred to as MIP– Male Iron Pipe)
Female Pipe Threads – the internal pipe thread that receives a male pipe thread. (Also referred to as FIP – Female Iron Pipe)
Male tapped female: all male connector fittings are threaded internally to also function as a female fitting one thread size smaller.

Gas Appliance Connector

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Installation Instructions
Read safety instructions before installing

Shutoff the gas with the shutoff valve near the appliance on the gas supply line. If a shutoff valve is not present on the gas line, it is recommended that you consult a licensed plumber for proper installation before completing connector installation. A shutoff valve is not included with this connector.
Remove existing/old connector and fittings (if present) from the gas supply and appliance.
Uncoil new connector. This makes the installation easier and helps avoid twisting or kinking of the connector. Remove fittings if attached to new connector.
Clean the gas supply pipe or valve with a soft-bristle brush (i.e. scrub brush) to remove any debris.
Select fittings by testing the fittings on both the gas supply line and appliance line prior to proceeding. If installing an appliance kit, it contains fittings to accommodate most standard applications. Remove fittings and set aside.

Installation Instructions

WARNING:

Do not use pipe thread sealant or Teflon® tape on any flare ends because you will not obtain a leak-free seal. Keep the flared end of the fitting and flare seats of the connector nut free of grease, oil, pipe thread sealant, and Teflon® tape.
Use a wrench only on the hex surfaces of the fittings.
Do not use a pipe wrench or channel lock pliers on the connector flare nut. The nut can be damaged or you will not achieve sufficient tightening torque which will result in leaking gas. Use open-end or adjustable wrenches only.

Attach fitting to gas supply line. Choose scenario a or b.

a. If the shutoff valve has a female threaded end:
i. Open the pipe thread sealant packet. Hold the fitting in your hand, with the flare end in your hand. Apply a liberal amount of pipe thread sealant to the first half of the male pipe threads, starting at the opening of the fitting. Smooth with finger or small brush (if using your finger, make sure to wipe so you don’t get thread sealant on the flare threads). If using Teflon® tape, hold fitting as above – apply the tape in a clockwise direction starting at the opening of the fitting, wrap 3 or 4 times, snap in the same direction as wound to break tape and smooth the end.

Attach the fitting onto the valve. Tighten by hand as tightly as possible.
Tighten the fitting. Hold valve with an open-end or adjustable wrench. Hold fitting with another open-end or adjustable wrench. Turn wrench on fitting clockwise to tighten while stabilizing the valve with a counter-clockwise grip.
b. If the shutoff valve has a flare end:
i. Connect the connector flare nut directly to the valve without a fitting. Do not use pipe thread sealant or Teflon® tape on the flare of the valve.
Tighten the valve. Hold the valve with an open-end or adjustable wrench. Hold the connector flare nut with another open-end or adjustable wrench. Turn the wrench on flare nut clockwise to tighten while stabilizing the valve with a counter-clockwise grip.
Attach fitting to appliance inlet. Choose scenario a or b.
a. If the appliance connection has a female threaded end (or a regulator):
Hold the fitting in your hand, with the flare in your hand and apply pipe thread sealant (or Teflon® tape) to the male pipe threads as detailed in step 6.a.i.
Attach fitting. Tighten by hand as tightly as possible.
Tighten fitting. Hold regulator with an open-end or adjustable wrench. Hold fitting with another open-end or adjustable wrench. Turn wrench on fitting clockwise to tighten while stabilizing the appliance inlet with a counter-clockwise grip.
b. If the appliance connection has male pipe threads:
Apply pipe thread sealant (or Teflon® tape) to the male pipe threads of the appliance stub-out as detailed in step 6.a.i.
Attach fitting. Tighten by hand as tightly as possible.
Tighten fitting. Hold appliance inlet with an open-end or adjustable wrench. Hold fitting with another open-end or adjustable wrench. Turn wrench on fitting clockwise to tighten while stabilizing the appliance inlet with a counter-clockwise grip.
Connect connector to the gas supply side. To simplify installation, the end of the connector should be straight (a bend in the neck makes tightening difficult).

WARNING

DO NOT kink, twist or bend the connector smaller than 11⁄2″ internal diameter (approx-imately the diameter of a golf ball). Avoid sharp bends – no right angles.
a. Tighten by hand as tightly as possible.
b. Hold fitting with an adjustable or open-end wrench. Hold connector flare nut with another adjustable or open-end wrench. Turn wrench on connector clockwise to tighten while stabilizing the fitting with a counter-clockwise grip.
Connect the connector to the appliance side.
a. Tighten by hand as tightly as possible.
b. Hold fitting with an adjustable or open-end wrench. Hold connector flare nut with another adjustable or open-end wrench. Turn wrench on connector clockwise to tighten while stabilizing the fitting with a counter-clockwise grip.

Testing the system

WARNING: Matches, candles, open flame or other sources of ignition should not be used for leak testing.

It is recommended that leak testing be done using non-corrosive gas leak detection fluid (such as Big Bubble gas leak detector by JC Whitlam Mfg., Snoop liquid leak detector by Nupro Co., or Leak-Tech gas refrigerant leak detector by Federal Process Corporation). Dish washing detergent, bath soap or other household chemicals that contain chlorides should not be used.

Turn on the gas.
Apply enough leak test solution to each threaded joint (including the connector) so that it covers the entire circumference of the joint. Hold a towel or rag under joints to catch any spillover.
If there are any leaks, bubbling will appear at the joints. Use a small mirror to view obscured areas.
a. If a leak is detected, tighten the connection and retest.
b. If leak is not remedied by tightening, shutoff the gas, remove fitting, clean fitting as detailed in step 4 of the Installation Instructions, reapply pipe thread sealant or Teflon® tape, reinstall and retest.
c. If the leak is still not remedied or if the odor of gas is detected, turn off gas to the appliance and have a licensed plumber correct the problem.
After testing, thoroughly rinse all joints with water and dry.

WARNING: If you smell gas, turn off the gas at the main valve and call a licensed plumber to test for leaks and fix any problems.

Limited Lifetime Warranty

Warranties and Remedies

A. Limited Warranty. Dormont Manufacturing Company (“Seller”) warrants to Buyer that it holds and will pass marketable title to Yellow or Black powder- coated residential Antimicrobial Residential Connector (the “Product”) sold hereunder. Seller further warrants to Buyer that the Product will be free from defects in material and workmanship during the life of the equipment to which the Product is originally connected or installed. Seller warrants to Buyer that any uncoated stainless-steel residential Antimicrobial Residential Connector and any components of any residential Antimicrobial Residential Connector manufactured by Seller other than the Product will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years from tender of delivery to Buyer. For items not manufactured by Seller, the only warranty extended is that of the manufacturer or suppliers, if any.
B. Exclusions and Conditions. Seller’s obligations with respect to the express warranties and remedies contained herein are conditioned on the following: (i) Seller’s liability and Buyer’s exclusive remedy is expressly limited to Seller’s replacement of the Product or components at Seller’s cost (excluding labor and freight); it being understood such replacement will be made only upon return of the defective item in accordance with Seller’s shipping instructions and return authorization and subject to Seller’s inspection; (ii) Buyer shall not assign its rights under these express warranties and any attempted assignment shall render such warranties, but not any disclaimers or limitations, null and void and the Product and components shall be assigned AS IS; and (iii) the Product and components shall be carefully inspected for damage by Buyer upon receipt, be installed by individuals traine and certified as professionals with respect to such installation, and be installed, used, repaired and maintained by Buyer in accordance with local codes or regulations, standards set by American National Standard Institute and/or American Gas Association Standards. This limited warranty shall apply only to the original installation of the Product and components only and the express warranties and remedies contained herein shall not apply to, and shall be null and void and of no further force or effect upon, damage and/or failure of the Product or components caused by or resulting from shipping; improper or unauthorized handling, installation, alteration or repair; misuse, abuse or other occurrences or conditions other than normal use thereof; application or conformity to local codes or regulations not previously made known to Seller; or accident or other casualty.

OTHER THAN THE ABOVE LIMITED WARRANTY, SELLER MAKES NO ADDITIONAL WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, AND SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY (INCLUDING WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE).
Conditions
Limitations of Liability
The following limitations of Seller’s liability are acknowledged by Buyer to be fair and reasonable and shall apply to any act or omission hereunder, and to any breach of this limited warranty.
Disclaimer of Damages
In no event shall Seller be liable for special, indirect, consequential, or incidental damages, whether arising under contract, warranty, tort, negligence, strict liability or any other theory of liability. Such damages include but are not limited to loss of profits, loss of use of the goods, damage to property, and claims of third parties. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or any limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusion or limitation may not apply to you. This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Notice and Time of Claim
(i) Buyer agrees to check and inspect all products against shipping papers and for damage or shortage upon receipt of goods at destination; (ii) Every claim for loss, damage in transit, or other cause visible upon inspection shall be made with the carrier. Claims for shortage must be made within five (5) days of receipt; (iii) Buyer expressly waives the statute of limitations and agrees that any legal proceeding for any breach of this limited warranty shall be waived unless held within two (2) years after the accrual of the cause of action therefor.