BLAZE Instructional Book
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GAS LEAK WARNINGS
FINDING AND/OR FIXING A GAS LEAK IS NOT A “DO-IT-YOURSELF” PROCEDURE – ONLY USE
A PROFESSIONAL.
NEVER USE THE APPLIANCE WITHOUT FIRST LEAK TESTING THE GAS CONNECTIONS
INCLUDING ALL OF THE VALVES, FITTINGS, LINES ETC. (ANY GAS CONNECTION SHOULD BE
CHECKED.)
WARNING: DO NOT USE AN OPEN FLAME TO CHECK FOR LEAKS. USE OF AN OPEN FLAME
COULD RESULT IN A FIRE, EXPLOSION AND BODILY HARM.
DO NOT SMOKE WHILE PERFORMING THE LEAK TEST. ANY OPEN FLAME WILL IGNITE THE
GAS.
TO PREVENT FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD, PERFORM LEAK TEST OUTDOORS ONLY.
CHECK TO ENSURE THAT FLEXIBLE HOSES DO NOT HAVE ANY CUTS AND WEAR THAT MAY
AFFECT THE SAFETY BEFORE EACH USE. ONLY THE FACTORY SUPPLIED HOSE AND
REGULATOR MUST BE USED. USE ONLY REPLACEMENT REGULATOR
AND HOSE ASSEMBLIES SPECIFIED BY BLAZE.
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.
o
On Natural Gas systems, turn the main feed valve to the appliance.
o
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 burner.
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.
