2. PRECAUTIONS
D
DO NOT OBSTRUCT ANY AIRFLOW PATH OR VENTILATION PATHS OF THE BARBEQUE
•
Do not obstruct any ventilation ports on the body of the barbeque.
•
The gas cylinder must be securely placed on the gas cylinder hook as supplied.
•
It is important that the gas cylinder is not positioned under the barbeque when in operation.
•
The gas cylinder must be kept out of direct sunlight and away from any heat sources.
•
During a gas cylinder swap or re-fill ensure that all control knobs are in the ‘
OFF
’ position and
there are no naked flames in close proximity.
•
Gas hoses must
NOT
be twisted kinked or under any form of tension, the gas hoses should hang
freely with no bends, folds or kinks.
•
No part of the flexible hose should come into contact with any part of the barbeque that will
become hot during operation.
•
A regular inspection of the hose should be made to ensure that it is not cracking, breaking cutting
or deteriorating in any other way.
•
Any damage to the hose requires an immediate replacement from your local agent or gas expert.
3. GAS CYLINDER CONNECTION
•
Check that all the control knobs are in the ‘
OFF
’ position before any attempt is made to connect
the regulator to the gas cylinder.
•
Double check that the gas cylinder valve is securely in the ‘
OFF
’ position before attempting to
connect the regulator to the gas cylinder.
•
Make the connection of the regulator to the gas cylinder it is important to note that this
connection is a
‘LEFT HAND THREAD’
. A left hand thread is tightened in an
‘ANTI-CLOCKWISE
DIRECTION’
.
•
Should there be any concern in making the correct regulator connection please contact the after
sales service number list in this manual.
4. PRECAUTIONARY LEAK TEST
LEAK TESTS MUST BE CARRIED OUT IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA
•
Confirm all control knobs are in the
‘OFF’
position.
•
Open the gas control valve on the cylinder or regulator.
•
To check for gas leaks a solution of soapy water is required (50% water and 50% soap)
NEVER USE AN OPEN FLAME TO CARRY OUT A GAS LEAK TEST
•
The gas piping system
MUST
be checked for leaks by brushing the soapy water solution across
each joint including valve connections, hose connections, side burner connections and regulator
connections
•
If bubbles appear across any joint or connection there is a leak:
•
Immediately turn the gas valve
‘OFF’.
•
Check and retighten all gas connections and joints.
•
Repeat from start of section
4. PRECAUTIONARY LEAK TEST.
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If the leak has been corrected then the barbeque can be used.
•
If the leak has not been fixed
DO NOT USE YOUR BARBEQUE
contact your store of
purchase for assistance
POL FITTING
5/8” SAE THREAD
