BASO VLV49A Series User Manual
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12 VLV49A Series Universal Replacement Gas Valve Technical Bulletin
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WARNING: Fire or Explosion Hazard. Avoid personal injury
or property damage by making sure the valve 
functions properly and there are no gas leaks. 
Follow this checkout procedure before leaving the 
installation. 
Make sure all components are functioning properly by performing the 
following test: 
1. Test for leaks on all pipe joints and connections upstream of the gas
valve with a soap solution.
2. Turn the thermostat to a low setting.
3. Turn on the gas and purge the gas lines of all air.
4. Turn the thermostat to a high setting. The appliance should operate in
accordance with the manufacturer’s specified sequence of operation.
5. Test for leaks on all pipe joints and connections downstream of the
gas valve with a soap solution.
6. Turn the thermostat down for at least 30 seconds and then back up
again. Verify successful ignition at least three times before leaving 
the installation. 
The VLV49A replacement valves are not field repairable. Do not 
attempt field repairs. For a replacement valve, contact the nearest 
BASO Gas Products distributor. 
Checkout 
Procedure 
Repairs and 
Replacement 
1007 South 12th Street 
PO Box 170 
Watertown, WI 53094 
www.baso.com
1-877-227-6427 (1-877-BASOGAS)
Printed in U.S.A.
