GAS CYLINDER
A 9kg ALVA gas cylinder with a 5/8 inch BSP left hand thread is
recommended. This will match the supplied regulator. Cylinders
must be stored in an upright position, in a well ventilated and
damp free area and out of reach of children. The cylinder must
never be stored where temperatures can reach or exceed 50’C.
Do not store the cylinder near open flames, pilot lights or any
other sources of ignition. DO NOT SMOKE WHILE HANDLING
THE CYLINDER.
LEAK TEST
The leak test must be carried out in a well-ventilated area, free
from any flames or other sources of ignition.
•
With the cylinder connected
to the Gas BBQ. Open the
cylinder valve.
•
Brush the connections
(Gas BBQ to cylinder) with a
solution of equal parts soap
and water (must be foamy).
•
A stream of bubbles forming
indicates a gas leak. (See Fig.
A)
•
If bubbles appear, turn the
cylinder valve OFF (clockwise)
and disconnect the Gas BBQ
from the gas cylinder.
•
Tighten the connection and
retry the leak test.
•
If you are unsure or if you
cannot tighten the connection,
place the cylinder outside in a
cool, well-ventilated area and
contact Alva on 086 100 ALVA
(2582).
•
A leak between the regulator
and cylinder can lead to a high
pressure fire, which is very
dangerous and can result in
extensive injury or even death.
Fig. A
Foamy
bubbles
indicate a
leak
Connection
in assembly
Connections to be leak tested
Regulator into cylinder
Hose to regulator
Hose to appliance
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FOR YOUR SAFETY
IF YOU SMELL GAS
•
Turn off the gas
supply at the
bottle.
•
Extinguish all
naked flames.
DO NOT operate
any electrical
appliances.
•
Ventilate the
area.
•
Check for leaks
(see LEAK TEST)
•
If odour per-
sists, contact
your dealer or
local gas supplier
immediately.
DO NOT attempt to
use the BBQ if a leak
is present.
NEVER test for leaks
with an open flame.
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How to do
a leak test
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