SERVICING
The Tandoor oven should be routinely serviced to ensure a long trouble free life. It is recommended that the
appliances are serviced every 6 months by a registered gas – safe fitter/qualified person.
In the event that the ignition is delayed or becomes noisy, turn off the appliance and call for a service.
GENERAL CHECK
Remove the control knob and the 4 screws securing the front cover and cover off over the tap spindle.
1. General check of the appliance, e.g. installation, ventilation, gas connections, gas supply fittings/flexible
hose, restraint wire fitted isolation shut off valve.
2. Check low flame setting, adjust as necessary.
3. Check general burner condition. Clean burner ports with vacuum cleaner or low pressure air.
4. Clean aeration port/air shutter opening and injector of any lint build-up.
5. Carry out gas soundness / gas leakage test.
PERFORMING A LEAK TEST
A leak test ensures that there are no gas leaks prior to lighting your tandoor.
The leak test, must be conducted in a well-ventilated area away from any open flame, heat or ignition sources.
Do not use a match, open flame or smoke during leak testing.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED FOR TESTING:
1. A mixture of, 50% liquid dish soap and 50% water.
2. A brush or cloth to apply the mixture.
AREAS TO LEAK TEST ON NATURAL GAS TANDOOR:
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All flexible connector connections.
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All valve connections.
HOW TO PERFORM LEAK TEST:
1. With the gas supply valve on the Tandoor in the OFF position, twist the valve 1 turn or the main natural gas
valve on. Do not ignite the burners while performing the leak check.
2. Brush your soap and water solution on all connections and components.
3. Observe carefully for growing bubbles, which indicate that a leak is present.
4. If a leak is detected, then DO NOT USE the tandoor. Shut off the gas source at the valve immediately. Call
a certified gas appliance service technician, or a gas dealer for proper repairs
WARNING: FAILURE TO ENSURE THE ABOVE MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS FIRE OR EXPLOSION
CAUSING SERIOUS BODILY INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
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