Blaze Outdoor Products Instructional Book
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Checking for Gas Leaks
Perform a leak test before each use. In addition, whenever the gas cylinder is connected to the regulator or whenever
any part of the gas system is disconnected or replaced, perform a leak test.
As a safety precaution, remember to always leak test your appliance outdoors in a well-ventilated area. Never smoke or
permit sources of ignition in the area while doing a leak test. Do not use a flame, such as a lighted match to test for
leaks. Use a solution of soapy water.
Prepare a leak testing solution of soapy water by mixing in a spray bottle one part liquid soap to one part water.
Make sure all the control knobs are in the OFF position
.
Turn on the gas
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On Natural Gas systems, turn the main feed valve to the appliance.
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On LP systems, turn the cylinder valve knob counter clockwise one turn to open.
Apply the leak-testing solution by spraying it on joints of the gas delivery system.
This includes all valves,
pipe connections, joints, lines and every point from the gas source to the burners
.
Blowing bubbles in the soap solution and/or there is a faint gas smell (Typically Gas has an Egg Smell)
indicates that a leak is present.
Do not attempt to ignite the griddle.
Turn all control knobs back to the full OFF position.
Stop a leak by tightening the loose joint and/or resealing with thread sealant or Teflon tape, removing sealant or
tape in the event of a flared connection or by replacing the faulty part with a replacement part recommended by
the manufacturer. Do not attempt to repair the cylinder valve if it is damaged. The cylinder must be discarded
to a proper LP tank location and then replaced.
If you are unable to stop a leak turn all control knobs back to the full OFF position, shut off the gas supply to
the appliance and release pressure in the hose and manifold by pushing in and turning any of the control
valves one quarter turn counter-clockwise.
On LP systems, remove the cylinder from the appliance.
Call an authorized gas appliance service technician or an LP gas dealer.
Do not use the appliance until the leak is corrected.
The below diagram is intended to show what a leaking connection would look like. These two locations are not
the only points to check nor the only potential areas for a gas leak to be present.
