EasyAssist.
Helping customers turn off their gas safely with a single press stop button
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EasyAssist.
EasyAssist was developed as a response to a call for innovation made by Cadent. 69% of PSR customers who reported a gas leak advised they were unable to turn off the gas themselves. This device enables them to turn off the gas with a push of a button and provides the force needed to close the valve.
EasyAssist is simple to retrofit on to an existing ECV within minutes and includes a built in thermal cut off, which will activate in a case of fire. FCO response times can be increased as more customers will be able to confidently turn off their gas correctly.
As it is compact and easy for a gas engineer to install within minutes; they can be carried in vans and deployed when an engineer thinks it will be beneficial to a customer. This easy implementation removes the burden of logistics and site visits and will allow more customers on the PSR (Priority Services Register) to be supported in a fast and effective way.
Why EasyAssist Makes a Difference.
A compact, engineer-installed device that lets vulnerable customers isolate gas instantly, while built-in thermal cut-off improves fire safety and emergency response
Customer Benefits.
Designed for those with limited dexterity
High contrast, large red button with STOP graphic provides clear indication of how to turn off gas which is not always obvious with a traditional handle
EasyAssist allows customer to turn off their gas with a single push
Delivers an enhanced force to close the valve. A powered closure ensures the gas is shut off correctly
Braille included in the design to better support blind customers
“Smell Gas? Push Button. Then Immediately Call 0800 111 999” label reinforces correct course of action and provides telephone number in a convenient place
Safety Benefits.
Thermal cut off (TCO) feature built in as standard – tested to GIS-DIN 3586
Variety of temperature ranges available (57°C, 68°C, 79°C, 141°C, 182°C) with 93°C as standard
No impact on pressure or flow
Allowable leakage after a thermal cutoff is 10-100 times less than a standard TCO (due to V7 ECV standard Vs TCO standard)
Handle still included in the design and can be used to manually override if required
Retrofit to a standard ECV within minutes (currently Continental and Sperryn) without the need for a cut-out on a live supply
Benefits for Engineers.
FCO response times can be increased as more customers will be able to confidently turn off their gas correctly
Less likelihood of attending an uncontrolled gas leak situation
Can be installed easily and within minutes
Fits to most Sperryn and Continental ECV’s (including right angle and straight)
Can be removed from ECV quickly if required and handle re-instated
Discourages customers from turning on their own gas supply back on (as a tightness-test should always be performed)
It is made from the same materials as standard ECV’s to give long life with little to no service or maintenance requirements
Simple to explain how to use to the customer
Customer Benefits.
Designed for those with limited dexterity
High contrast, large red button with STOP graphic provides clear indication of how to turn off gas which is not always obvious with a traditional handle
EasyAssist allows customer to turn off their gas with a single push
Delivers an enhanced force to close the valve. A powered closure ensures the gas is shut off correctly
Braille included in the design to better support blind customers
“Smell Gas? Push Button. Then Immediately Call 0800 111 999” label reinforces correct course of action and provides telephone number in a convenient place
Safety Benefits.
Thermal cut off (TCO) feature built in as standard – tested to GIS-DIN 3586
Variety of temperature ranges available (57°C, 68°C, 79°C, 141°C, 182°C) with 93°C as standard
No impact on pressure or flow
Allowable leakage after a thermal cutoff is 10-100 times less than a standard TCO (due to V7 ECV standard Vs TCO standard)
Handle still included in the design and can be used to manually override if required
Retrofit to a standard ECV within minutes (currently Continental and Sperryn) without the need for a cut-out on a live supply
Benefits for Engineers.
FCO response times can be increased as more customers will be able to confidently turn off their gas correctly
Less likelihood of attending an uncontrolled gas leak situation
Can be installed easily and within minutes
Fits to most Sperryn and Continental ECV’s (including right angle and straight)
Can be removed from ECV quickly if required and handle re-instated
Discourages customers from turning on their own gas supply back on (as a tightness-test should always be performed)
It is made from the same materials as standard ECV’s to give long life with little to no service or maintenance requirements
Simple to explain how to use to the customer
Specifications
A compact, engineer-installed device that lets vulnerable customers isolate gas instantly, while built-in thermal cut-off improves fire safety and emergency response
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Manufactured by Continental: Quality Policy BS EN ISO 9001 and Kitemarks GIS/PL3, KM 592476 and
GIS/V7 KM 580196 -
For use on the Continental ¾” by ¾” straight and the ¾ by 1” right angled ECV
- +93°C thermal cut-off temperature
- Operational temp -20°C to +60°C
- ISO 17025 & ISO 17065
- EN ISO 9227:2017
- ISO:9001 Quality Management
- GIS/V7-3:2007 and high temperature resistant to EN 1775:2007, Annex A, procedure B
- Body brass to BS EN 12165:1998 CW617N
- Thermal shock with repeated cycling testing (24 hrs)
- Packaging with detachable customer info card and fold-out illustrated installation guide.
- Quick to install & no formal training required
- 5 years installation warranty
- Reuse existing ECV handle, alternatively can be purchased separately
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Instruction
Installation should always be carried out by a qualified gas engineer — these guides show them how to set up EasyAssist safely and efficiently
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