Whirlpool WFG231LVS0, WFG231LVQ0, WFG231LVB0 Installation Guide

INSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONS

30" (76.0 CM) FREESTANDINGGAS RANGES

INSTRUCTIONSD'INSTALLATIONDESCUISINIERESA GAZ

AUTOPORTANTESDE30" (76,0 CM)

Table of Contents/Table des mati_res

RANGE SAFETY ............................................................................. 2

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ................................................ 3

Tools and Parts ............................................................................ 3

Location Requirements ................................................................ 3

Electrical Requirements ............................................................... 5

Gas Supply Requirements ........................................................... 5

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS .................................................. 7

Unpack Range .............................................................................. 7

Install Anti-Tip Bracket ................................................................. 7

Make Gas Connection ................................................................. 8

Verify Anti-Tip Bracket Location .................................................. 9

Level Range .................................................................................. 9

Electronic Ignition System ......................................................... 10

Complete Installation ................................................................. 11

GAS CONVERSIONS .................................................................... 12

LP Gas Conversion .................................................................... 12

Complete Conversion ................................................................ 13

Natural Gas Conversion ............................................................. 14

Complete Conversion ................................................................ 15

SI_CURITI_ DE LA CUISINII_RE ................................................... 16

EXIGENCES D'INSTALLATION ................................................... 18

Outillage et composants ............................................................ 18

Exigences d'emplacement ......................................................... 18

Specifications electriques .......................................................... 20

Specifications de I'alimentation en gaz ..................................... 20

INSTRUCTIONS D'INSTALLATION ............................................. 22

Deballage de la cuisiniere .......................................................... 22

Installation de la bride antibasculement .................................... 22

Raccordement au gaz ................................................................ 23

Verification de I'emplacement de la bride antibasculement ......25

Reglage de I'aplomb de la cuisiniere ......................................... 25

Systeme d'allumage electronique .............................................. 25

Achever I'installation .................................................................. 27

CONVERSIONS POUR CHANGEMENT DE GAZ ....................... 28

Conversion pour I'alimentation au propane ............................... 28

Terminer la conversion ............................................................... 30

Conversion pour I'alimentation au gaz naturel .......................... 30

Terminer la conversion ............................................................... 32

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RANGESAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety

messages.

This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.

All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING."

These words mean:

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately

follow instructions.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions.

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death,

- Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance,

- WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:

• Do not try to light any appliance.

• Do not touch any electrical switch.

• Do not use any phone in your building.

• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's

instructions.

• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.

- Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier,

WARNING: Gas leaks cannot always be detected by smell.

Gas suppliers recommend that you use a gas detector approved by UL or CSA.

For more information, contact your gas supplier. If a gas leak is detected, follow the "What to do if you smell gas" instructions.

In the State of Massachusetts, the following installation instructions apply: m Installations and repairs must be performed by a qualified or licensed contractor, plumber, or gasfitter qualified or licensed by

the State of Massachusetts.

m If using a ball valve, it shall be a T-handle type. m A flexible gas connector, when used, must not exceed 3 feet.

A child or adult can tip the range and be killed. Connect anti=tip bracket to rear range foot.

Reconnect the anti=tip bracket, if the range is moved. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious burns to children and adults.

INSTALLATIONREQUIREMENTS

Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed

here.

Tip Over Hazard

Parts needed

Check local codes and consult gas supplier. Check existing gas supply and electrical supply. See "Electrical Requirements" and

"Gas Supply Requirements" sections.

Tools Needed

• Level

• 3/8"drive ratchet

• Tape measure

• Flat-blade screwdriver

• Phillips screwdriver

• Hand or electric drill

• Wrench or pliers

• 7 mm combination wrench

• Pipe wrench

• V8"(3.2 mm) drill bit (for wood floors)

• 3/16"(4.8 ram) carbide-tipped masonry drill bit (for concrete/ ceramic floors)

• Pipe-joint compound resistant to LP gas

• Noncorrosive leak-detection solution

Parts supplied

Check that all parts are included.

A. Anti-tip bracket B. Plastic anchors (2) C. #10 x 1/_,,screws (2)

• Bag containing literature.

• Conversion orifice spuds (inside bag containing literature).

• Anti-tip bracket must be securely mounted to subfloor. Thickness of flooring may require longer screws to anchor

bracket to subfloor. Longer screws are available from your local hardware store.

IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances. Do not obstruct flow of combustion and ventilation air.

• It is the installer's responsibility to comply with installation clearances specified on the model/serial rating plate. The model/serial rating plate is located on the oven frame behind

the left side of the broiler door.

A. Model/serial rating plate location

The range should be located for convenient use in the kitchen.

Recessed installations must provide complete enclosure of the sides and rear of the range.

To eliminate the risk of burns or fire by reaching over heated surface units, cabinet storage space located above the surface units should be avoided. If cabinet storage is to be provided, the risk can be reduced by installing a range hood that projects horizontally a minimum of 5" (12.7 cm) beyond

the bottom of the cabinets. All openings in the wall or floor where range is to be installed

must be sealed. Do not seal the range to the side cabinets.

Cabinet opening dimensions that are shown must be used. Given dimensions are minimum clearances.

The floor anti-tip bracket must be installed. To install the anti- tip bracket shipped with the range, see "Install Anti-Tip

Bracket" section.

• Grounded electrical supply is required. See "Electrical Requirements" section.

• Proper gas supply connection must be available. See "Gas Supply Requirements" section.

• Contact a qualified floor covering installer to check that the floor covering can withstand at least 200°F (93°C).

• Useaninsulatedpador1¼,,(0.64cm)plywoodunderrangeif installingrangeovercarpeting.

IMPORTANT:Toavoiddamagetoyourcabinets,checkwithyour builderorcabinetsuppliertomakesurethatthematerialsused willnotdiscolor,delaminateorsustainotherdamage.Thisoven hasbeendesignedinaccordancewiththerequirementsofUL andCSAInternationalandcomplieswiththemaximumallowable woodcabinettemperaturesof194°F(90°C).

Mobile Home - Additional Installation Requirements

The installation of this range must conform to the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 (formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Home Construction and Safety, Title 24, HUD Part 280). When such standard is not applicable, use the Standard for Manufactured Home Installations, ANSI A225.1/NFPA 501A or with local codes.

In Canada, the installation of this range must conform with the current standards CAN/CSA-A240 - latest edition, or with local

codes.

Mobile home installations require:

• When this range is installed in a mobile home, it must be secured to the floor during transit. Any method of securing the range is adequate as long as it conforms to the standards

listed above.

Product Dimensions

Cabinet Dimensions

Cabinet opening dimensions shown are for 25" (64.0 cm) countertop depth, 24" (61.0 cm) base cabinet depth and 36" (91.4 cm) countertop height.

If the cabinet depth is greater than 24" (61.0 cm), oven frame must extend beyond cabinet fronts by 1/2"(13.0 mm) minimum.

IMPORTANT: If installing a range hood or microwave hood combination above the range, follow the range hood or

microwave hood combination installation instructions for dimensional clearances above the cooktop surface.

A. 36" (91.4 cm) B. 29 z_,,(75.9 cm) C. 24¼" (61.6 cm) D. 253/4" (65.6 cm)

E.46¼" (117.5 cm)

A. 18" (45.7 cm) min. clearance upper side cabinet to countertop B. 13" (33.0 cm) max. upper cabinet depth C. 30" (76.2 cm) min. cabinet opening width D. For minimum clearance to top of cooktop, see NOTE*.

E.30%" (76.5 cm) min. opening width F. This shaded area recommended for installation of electrical outlet.

G. This shaded area recommended for installation of rigid gas pipe. H. 2" (5.1 cm) min. countertop space to side wall or other combustible

material

I. 24" (61.0 cm)

J. 10" (25.4 cm)

K. 8" (20.3 cm)

L. 5" (12. 7 cm)

M. 2" (5.1 cm)

N. 3" (7.6 cm)

*NOTE: 24" (61.0 cm) minimum when bottom of wood or metal

cabinet is covered by not less than 1/4"(0.64 cm) flame retardant millboard covered with not less than No. 28 MSG sheet steel,

0.015" (0.4 mm) stainless steel, 0.024" (0.6 mm) aluminum or

0.020" (0.5 mm) copper. 30" (76.2 cm) minimum clearance between the top of the

cooking platform and the bottom of an uncovered wood or metal cabinet.

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong.

Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,

fire, or electrical shock.

IMPORTANT: The range must be electrically grounded in

accordance with local codes and ordinances, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70,

latest edition. If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is

recommended that a qualified electrical installer determine that the ground path is adequate.

A copy of the above code standards can be obtained from:

National Fire Protection Association

One Batterymarch Park

Quincy, MA 02269

CSA International

8501 East Pleasant Valley Road

Cleveland, OH 44131-5575

• A 120 volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15-amp fused, electrical circuit is required. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is also recommended. It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this range be provided.

• This range is equipped with a power supply cord having a 3 prong ground plug. To minimize possible shock hazard the cord must be plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

• Electronic ignition systems operate within wide voltage limits, but proper grounding and polarity are necessary. Check that the outlet provides 120-volt power and is correctly grounded.

This range is equipped with an electronic ignition system that will not operate if plugged into an outlet that is not properly polarized.

• The wiring diagram is located on the back of the range in a clear plastic bag.

NOTE: The metal chassis of the range must be grounded in order for the control panel to work. If the metal chassis of the range is not grounded, no keypads will operate. Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the metal chassis of the range is grounded.

Explosion Hazard

Use a new CSA international approved gas supply line.

install a shut=off valve. Securely tighten all gas connections.

if connected to LP, have a qualified person make sure gas pressure does not exceed 14" (36 cm) water

column.

Examples of a qualified person include: licensed heating personnel,

authorized gas company personnel, and authorized service personnel.

Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

Observe all governing codes and ordinances. IMPORTANT: This installation must conform with all local codes and ordinances. In the absence of local codes, installation must

conform with American National Standard, National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1 - latest edition or CAN/CGA B149 - latest

edition. IMPORTANT: Leak testing of the range must be conducted

according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Type of Gas

Natural gas:

This range is design-certified by CSA International for use with Natural gas or, after proper conversion, for use with LP gas.

• This range is factory set for use with Natural gas. See "Gas Conversions" section. The model/serial rating plate located

behind the broiler door on the left-hand side oven door frame has information on the types of gas that can be used. If the

types of gas listed do not include the type of gas available, check with the local gas supplier.

LP gas conversion: Conversion must be done by a qualified service technician. No attempt shall be made to convert the appliance from the gas

specified on the model/serial rating plate for use with a different gas without consulting the serving gas supplier. See "Gas

Conversions" section.

Gas Supply Line

Gas Pressure Regulator

Provide a gas supply line of 3_,,(1.9 cm) rigid pipe to the range location. A smaller size pipe on longer runs may result in insufficient gas supply. Pipe-joint compounds that resist the action of LP gas must be used. Do not use TEFLON ®t tape. With LP gas, piping or tubing size can be 1/2"(1.3 cm) minimum. Usually, LP gas suppliers determine the size and materials used in the system.

Flexible metal appliance connector:

• If local codes permit, a new CSA design-certified, 4 to 5 ft (122 to 152.4 cm) long, 1/2"(1.3 cm) or 3_,,(1.9 cm) I.D., flexible metal appliance connector may be used for connecting range to the gas supply line.

• A 1/2"(1.3 cm) male pipe thread is needed for connection to the female pipe threads of the inlet to the appliance pressure regulator.

• Do not kink or damage the flexible metal tubing when moving the range.

Rigid pipe connection: The rigid pipe connection requires a combination of pipe

fittings to obtain an in-line connection to the range. The rigid pipe must be level with the range connection. All strains must be removed from the supply and fuel lines so range will be

level and in line.

Must include a shutoff valve: The supply line must be equipped with a manual shutoff

valve. This valve should be located in the same room but external to the range. It should be in a location that allows ease of opening and closing. Do not block access to shutoff

valve. The valve is for turning on or shutting off gas to the range.

The gas pressure regulator supplied with this range must be used. The inlet pressure to the regulator should be as follows for proper operation:

Natural gas: Minimum pressure: 5" WCP

Maximum pressure: 14" WCP

LP gas:

Minimum pressure: 11" WCP Maximum pressure: 14" WCP Contact local gas supplier if you are not sure about the inlet

pressure.

Burner Input Requirements

Input ratings shown on the model/serial rating plate are for elevations up to 2,000 ft (609.6 m).

For elevations above 2,000 ft (609.6 m), ratings are reduced at a rate of 4% for each 1,000 ft (304.8 m) above sea level (not

applicable for Canada).

Gas Supply Pressure Testing

Gas supply pressure for testing regulator must be at least 1" water column pressure above the manifold pressure shown on the model/serial rating plate.

Line pressure testing above 1/2psi gauge (14" WCP)

The range and its individual shutoff valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of 1/2psi (3.5 kPa).

Line pressure testing at 1/2psi gauge (14" WCP) or lower The range must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by

closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than 1/2psi (3.5 kPa).

A. Gas supply fine B. Shutoff valve "open" position C. To range

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INSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONS

Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to move and install range. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

1. Do not use oven door handle to lift or move the range

2. Remove shipping materials, tape and film from range. Keep cardboard bottom under range.

3. Remove oven racks and parts package from inside oven.

4. To place range on its back, take 4 cardboard corners from the carton. Stack one cardboard corner on top of another.

Repeat with the other 2 corners. Place them lengthwise on the floor behind the range to support the range when it is laid on its back.

5. Using 2 or more people, firmly grasp the range and gently lay it on its back on the cardboard corners.

6. Pull cardboard bottom firmly to remove.

7. Use an adjustable wrench to loosen the leveling legs. Adjust the leveling legs to the correct height. Leveling legs can be

loosened to add up to a maximum of 1" (2.5 cm). A minimum of 3/le" (0.5 cm) is needed to engage the anti-tip bracket.

NOTE: If height adjustment is made when range is standing, tilt the range back to adjust the front legs, then tilt forward to adjust

the rear legs.

8. Place cardboard or hardboard in front of range. Using 2 or more people, stand range back up onto cardboard or

hardboard.

2. Place template on the floor in cabinet opening so that the left edge is against cabinet and top edge is against rear wall, molding or cabinet.

3. Tape template into place.

4. If countertop is not flush with cabinet opening edge, align template with overhang.

If cabinet opening is wider than that specified in the "Location Requirements" section, adjust template so range will be centered in cabinet opening.

To mount anti-tip bracket to wood floor, drill two 1/8"(0.32 cm) holes at the positions marked on the bracket template.

Remove template from floor and move to Step 7. To mount the anti-tip bracket to a concrete or ceramic floor,

use a 3/le"(0.5 cm) masonry drill bit to drill 2 holes at the positions marked on the bracket template. Remove the template from the floor.

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Tip Over Hazard

A child or adult can tip the range and be killed. Connect anti=tip bracket to rear range foot.

Reconnect the anti=tip bracket, if the range is moved. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death

or serious burns to children and adults.

Contact a qualified floor covering installer for the best procedure for drilling mounting holes through your type of floor covering.

Before moving range, slide range onto shipping base, cardboard or hardboard.

1. Remove template from the anti-tip bracket kit (found inside the oven cavity).

6. Tap plastic anchors into holes with a hammer.

7. Align the anti-tip bracket holes with the holes in the floor. Fasten the anti-tip bracket with the screws provided.

Depending on the thickness of your flooring, longer screws may be necessary to anchor the bracket to the subfloor. Longer screws are available from your local hardware store.

Move range close enough to the opening to allow for final electrical connection. Remove shipping base, cardboard or hardboard from under range.

9. Openthebroilerdoor.Usea3/8"driveratchettolowertherear levelinglegsone-halfturn.Useawrenchorplierstolowerthe frontlevelingletsone-halfturn.

Using a pipe wrench to tighten, connect the gas supply to the range.

A. Rear leveling leg B. Front leveling leg

10. Adjust the leveling legs to the correct height. Leveling legs can be loosened to add up to a maximum of 1" (2.5 cm). A minimum of 3Ad' (0.5 cm) is needed to engage the anti-tip

bracket.

11. Move range into its final location making sure rear leveling leg slides into anti-tip bracket.

12. If installing the range in a mobile home, you must secure the range to the floor. Any method of securing the range is adequate as long as it conforms to the standards in the "Location Requirements" section.

13. Continue installing your range using the following installation instructions.

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A. Pressure regulator

connection fitting

B. 90 ° elbow C. Black iron pipe

D. Union

E.Nipple F Manual shutoff valve

G. Y2"or 3/4"gas pipe

Typical flexible connection

1. Apply pipe-joint compound made for use with LP gas to the smaller thread ends of the flexible connector adapters (see B and F in the following illustration).

2. Attach one adapter to the gas pressure regulator and the other adapter to the gas shutoff valve. Tighten both adapters.

3. Use a combination wrench and pliers to attach the flexible connector to the adapters. Check that connector is not

kinked.

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Explosion Hazard

Use a new CSA International approved gas supply line. install a shut=off valve.

Securely tighten all gas connections. if connected to LP, have a qualified person make sure

gas pressure does not exceed 14" (36 cm) water

column.

Examples of a qualified person include:

licensed heating personnel,

authorized gas company personnel, and authorized service personnel.

Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

Typical rigid pipe connection

A combination of pipe fittings must be used to connect the range to the existing gas line. Your connections may be different, according to the supply line type, size and location.

1. Apply pipe-joint compound made for use with LP gas to all pipe thread connections.

A. Pressure regulator

connection fitting

B. Use pipe-joint compound

C. Adapter D. Flexible connector

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E.Adapter F Use pipe-joint compound

G. Manual shutoff valve H. Y2"or 3/4"gas pipe

CompleteConnection

1. Locate gas pressure regulator inthe broiler.

IMPORTANT: Do not remove the gas pressure regulator.

2. Check that the gas pressure regulator shutoff valve is in the "on" position.

3. Open the manual shutoff valve in the gas supply line. The valve is open when the handle is parallel to the gas pipe.

A. Closed valve B. Open valve

Remove cooktop burner caps and grates from parts package. Align notches in burner caps with pins in burner base. Burner caps should be level when properly positioned. If burner caps are not properly positioned, surface burners will not light. Place burners, burner caps and grates on the cooktop.

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,

fire, or electrical shock.

7. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

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Check that the anti-tip bracket is installed:

• Look for the anti-tip bracket securely attached to the floor.

• Slide the range back so the rear range foot is under the anti-tip bracket.

4. Test all connections by brushing on an approved noncorrosive leak-detection solution. Bubbles will show a

leak. Correct any leak found.

5. Close the broiler door.

Place rack in oven.

Place level on rack and check levelness of range, first side to side; then front to back.

3. If range is not level, pull range forward until rear leveling leg is removed from the anti-tip bracket. Use 3/8"drive ratchet and wrench or pliers to adjust leveling legs up or down until range

is level.

4. Push range back into position.

5. Check that rear leveling leg is engaged in anti-tip bracket.

NOTE: Range must be level for satisfactory baking performance.

Initial lighting and gas flame adjustments

Cooktop and oven burners use electronic igniters in place of standing pilots. When the cooktop control knob is turned to the "LITE" position, the system creates a spark to light the burner. This sparking continues until the control knob is turned to the desired setting.

When the oven control is turned to the desired setting, a hot surface igniter heats to a bright orange and ignites the gas. No sparking occurs. The glow bar remains on while the burner operates.

Check Operation of Cooktop Burners

1. If control panel and knobs were removed earlier, reinstall knobs.

2. Push in and turn each surface unit control knob to "LITE" position. The flame should light within 4 seconds.

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If the low flame needs adjusting:

1. Turn control knob to the "Lo" setting and remove control knob.

2. Insert a small flat-blade screwdriver into the valve stem. Turn the valve adjusting screw to obtain the smallest flame that will

not go out when the control of a cold burner is quickly turned from "HI" to "Lo." Turn right to decrease flame height. Turn left to increase flame height. Repeat for other cooktop

burners as needed.

A. Valve stem

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Turn control knob to "HI" position after burner lights.

Check each cooktop burner for proper flame. The small inner once should have a very distinct blue flame 1¼,,(0.64 cm) to 1/2"(0.13 cm) long. The outer cone is not as distinct as the

inner cone.

A. Outer cone B. Inner cone

5. Turn the control knob quickly to the "LO" position after the burner lights. If the flame goes out, turn the control knob to the "OFF" position.

6. Check each cooktop burner for proper low flame. The low flame should be a minimum, steady blue flame. The flame size should be W' to 3/8' (0.64 cm to 0.95 cm) high.

3. Replace control knob.

Check Operation of Oven/Broil Burner

Electronic oven control (on some models):

1. Open broiler door.

2. Press the "BAKE" pad.

• The "BAKE" indicator will light.

• "350" will appear in the display.

3. Press the START/ENTER pad.

• The "TEMP" and "ON" indicators will appear.

• The display will show the automatic countdown time (10 minutes) needed to preheat the oven for selected temperature.

• The oven burner should light in 20-40 seconds; this delay

is normal. The oven valve requires a certain time before it will open and allow gas to flow. The oven burner will burn until oven temperature has reached 350°F (177°C). After 20-40 seconds, the oven burner will begin to cycle on and off to maintain the 350°F (177°C) temperature.

Broil burner and oven burner are the same burner. Check the broil function as follows:

1. Press the "BROIL" pad.

• "525" will appear in the display.

• The "BROIL" indicator will light.

2. Press the START/ENTER pad.

• The oven burner should light in 20-40 seconds; this delay is normal. The oven valve requires a certain time before it

will open and allow gas to flow.

To avoid damaging the hot surface igniter, do not insert any object into the openings of the shield that surrounds the igniter or clean that area.

3. Check the oven burner for proper flame. The flame should be 1/2"(0.13 cm) long, with inner cone of bluish-green. The outer

mantle should be dark blue and should be clean and soft in character. No yellow tips (not enough air), blowing or lifting

(too much air) of flame should occur.

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