AGA GC User Manual

NOTE: THESE INSTRUCTIONS SHOULD BE LEFT

WITH THE APPLIANCE AND THE USER TO RETAIN
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

Aga Gas Fired ranges are delivered unassembled.
Before installation can be made the site is inspected for
suitability by an Authorised Aga Distributor and corrected
where necessary to conform with local installation codes
or in the absence of local codes with:

In Canada:

The CAN/CGA-B149 installation codes.

In U.S.:

The National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223. 1-latest edition.
Assembly is undertaken on site by the same Aga

Distributor to ensure correct performance and safety.

It is essential that the base or hearth on which the range
stands should be level and strong enough to support the
weight of the range.

Approximate weights:-

Models GC (Open Flue) and GC (Direct Vent)

- 408kg (900lb)
Models GE (Open Flue) and GC (Direct Vent)

- 585kg (1290lb)

The top face of the hearth must be of non-combustible
material for a minimum thickness of 12mm (1/2in) and
comply with current Building Regulations and National
Fire Laws.

The wall behind the cooker draft hood and flue connector
must have a minimum air gap of 57mm (2 1/4”). Any
openings in the wall behind the range or in the floor under
the range must be sealed before appliance installation.
Ensure the draft hood is securely bolted to the support
spigot as shown in Fig. 2.
NOTE: THIS IS NORMALL Y FITTED AND SECURED BY
THE FACTORY BEFORE DESPATCH.

The wall behind the range must be the outside wall for
the venting of flue products. Wall thickness between
150mm (6 in) and 355mm (14 in) can be catered for at the
same time as site inspection.
Alternatively, special lengths can be offered to order up to
a maximum of 610mm (24 in) long.

Open Flue - Models GC and GE

Installation Instructions for Aga Gas Fired Range
Models: GC Open Flue Range (2 Oven)

GC Direct Vent Range (2 Oven)
GE Open Flue Range (4 Oven)
GE Direct Vent Range (4 Oven)

For U.S. and Canadian Markets

1 04/08 EINS 33644

BASE OR HEARTH

OPEN FLUE RANGE ­MODELS GC AND GE

DIRECT VENT RANGE-

MODELS GC AND GE

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A 100mm (4in) Type B Gas Vent must be used and fastened
by screw to the draft hood flue collar.

U.S.

The gas vent must be connected to a chimney or
independently and in accordance with Chapter 26, chimney ,
Gas Vent and Fireplace Systems of the current issue of
Equipment and Volume of the ASHRAE Handbook. The gas
vent proximity to combustible materials must be installed as
recommended in ANSI/NFPA 211 and according to
manufacturers instructions. Chimneys and vents shall
terminate above roof level and in accordance with the
requirements of the current issue of ANSI/NFPA 211 (see

diagrams) and be at least 1.53m (5ft) above the flue collar
of the draft hood outlet.
Part 7, Venting of Equipment, outlined in the current
National Gas Code ANSI Z223 - latest edition gives detailed
guidelines on all these aspects.

Canada:

The gas vent must be connected to a chimney or
independently and in accordance with the CAN/CGA - B149
installation codes.

The air gap between vent and combustible materials must
be given for the following types of vent:
(i) Type B Vent - 25mm (1in) minimum.
(ii) Single wall vent connector - 150mm (6in) minimum.

Listed connectors passing through combustible walls and
partitions must be guarded by a ventilated metal thimble not
less than 200mm (8in) diameter.

Chimneys and vents shall terminate above roof level and in
accordance with the requirement of the current issue of the
CAN/CGA - B149 Installation Code (Code W) (see
diagrams) and be at least 1.53m (5ft) above the flue collar
of the draft outlet.

1. If suitable lined brick chimney is used it must be
swept before connection and not less than 150mm
(6in) internal diameter.

2. The top of the chimney should be fitted with an
approved Terminal.

3. The flue route to the chimney should be as direct as
possible. Resistance in the form of directional change
should be kept to a minimum. Right angle bends and
horizontal runs should be avoided.

4. The chimney terminal should terminate at the highest
possible point, preferably in a freely exposed position.
Termination at the roofs eaves is unacceptable.

5. The Aga Distributor or Local Gas Company should be
advised where any doubt arises as to the suitability of
the flue.

6. Approved factory made chimneys are acceptable with

VENT CONNECTION

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the appliance and should not be less than (4in) internal
diameter.

7. In the event of an extractor fan being fitted in the vicinity of
the range, compensatory ventilation will be required to
satisfy the demands of the fan without influencing
combustion efficiency or chimney flue condition.

Direct Vent - Models GC and GE

The location chosen for the appliance must permit the
provision of a satisfactory flue termination.
The location must also provide adequate space for servicing
and air circulation around the range.
Should the installation of the appliance be in an unusual
location or restricted space, special procedures may be
necessary and the following current codes give detailed guide
lines on this aspects:
U.S.: The National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.
1-latest edition.
Canada: The CAN/CGA B -149 installation codes.
The following notes are intended to give general guidance.

1. The range must be installed so that the flue terminal is
exposed to the external air and terminal clearances comply
with:
In U.S.: The National Fuel Gas Codes ANSI Z223 1-latest
edition Section 7.7.
In Canada: CAN/CGA-B149 installation code.

2. Termination should be on a clear expanse of wall, the
terminal being preferably not less than 355mm (14in) away
from a corner, recess of projection.

3. A hole must be cut through an outside wall as indicated in

Fig. 6 with the hole rising from inside to outside face
of wall.
DO NOT install the terminal:-

(a) Within 300mm (12in) measured vertically, from the

bottom of an openable window, air vent or any other

ventilating opening.
(b) Within 300mm (12in) above adjacent ground level.
(c) Within 600mm (24in) of any surface facing the

terminal.
(d) Within 355mm (14in) (U.S.) or

300mm (12in) (Canada) below eaves or balcony.
The direct vent terminal must be protected by a terminal
protective guard installed over the terminal to prevent
unauthorised contact with hot terminal surfaces.
See Fig. 8.

4. All jointing faces providing primary air and flue exhaust

paths, must be sealed in an airtight fashion, with particular
emphasis on the following locations:
(a) Air intake tube joints to be sealed with silicone adhesive

provided.

(b) Combustion chamber top sealed with a fire-cemented

gasket to the outer barrel.

(c) Fire cement joints between underside contact faces of
hotplates and simmering plate with cement provided.
(d) Gasket between flue intake/exhaust manifold.

Gasket provided.
The air inlet/products outlet direct vent, and the terminal of the
appliance must not be less than 300mm (12in) to combustible
material. The terminal is suitable for walls of 150mm (6in) to
355mm (14in) overall thickness.
For special lengths up to 610mm (24in), consult your local Aga
Distributor.

If the cooker is to stand in a recess or against a wall which is
to be tiled, in no circumstances should the tiles overlap the
range top plate.

NOTE: A GAS CONTROL VALVE MUST BE INSTALLED.
IN THE GAS PIPELINE EXTERNALL Y OF THE RANGE (NOT
SUPPLIED).

9.5mm (3/8in) N.P.T. Male connection near the front of the
range on the L.H. or R.H. side - Optional.

ALL GAS CONTROLS MUST BE U.S. PIPE THREADS.

Maximum Heat Input: 4.4 kw (15,000 Btu/h)

WALL TILING

GAS SUPPLY - U.S. PIPE THREADS