The bolt/screw for my gas inlet connector has been removed - what should I do?

Q: The bolt/screw for my gas inlet connector has been removed - what should I do?

Immediately stop using gas - do not use the appliance with gas until the fastening is repaired. The bolt/screw of the gas inlet connector is a critical safety element. Without it, the connection of the gas hose cannot be secured, which risks causing a leak or accidental detachment of the hose. Actions to take: Contact TRISTAR customer service to obtain the exact replacement bolt for model KB7145 You will need the serial number of the appliance (visible on the label at the back of the refrigerator) Once the fastening is replaced, you can reconnect the standard gas hose NF XPD 36 110 (maximum length 1.50 m) Important - Gas safety: According to the KB7145 manual, the use of gas is prohibited indoors, in closed vehicles or boats . The appliance must operate exclusively outdoors or under a well-ventilated awning. Always use soapy water (never a flame) to check for leaks at the connections.

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Immediately stop using gas - do not use the appliance with gas until the fastening is repaired.

The bolt/screw of the gas inlet connector is a critical safety element. Without it, the connection of the gas hose cannot be secured, which risks causing a leak or accidental detachment of the hose.

Actions to take:

Contact TRISTAR customer service to obtain the exact replacement bolt for model KB7145
You will need the serial number of the appliance (visible on the label at the back of the refrigerator)
Once the fastening is replaced, you can reconnect the standard gas hose NF XPD 36 110 (maximum length 1.50 m)

Important - Gas safety:

According to the KB7145 manual, the use of gas is prohibited indoors, in closed vehicles or boats. The appliance must operate exclusively outdoors or under a well-ventilated awning. Always use soapy water (never a flame) to check for leaks at the connections.

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