Set Appliance State:

Gas Off
Isolate Mains Power to appliance as per TOPs P4
DHW Demand
Attach pressure gauge to the inlet pressure test point
Ensure no other gas appliances can fire during the test
Gas On
WARNING! - Mains voltage is expected during test follow
TOPs P4 live testing procedure
Mains Power On

Observation:

Allow fan to run and ignition sequence to commence, when the sparking occurs does the pressure gauge show a dip in the standing pressure indicating the gas valve has opened.
Note:
When "U" gauge is removed the test point should be tightened and checked for gas tightness.