WARNING
DANGER
CONNECTING HOSE AND REGULATOR TO AN LP CYLINDER
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Insure the cylinder valve is CLOSED prior to connecting the LP cylinder to your fryer. Turn the
“T” valve clockwise to properly close the valve. Read and follow all instructions and warnings
on the supply hose safety tags. Read and follow all warnings in this manual concerning the
safe use of LP gas cylinders and the hose and regulator before connecting cylinder to fryer.
Read and follow all warnings on the LP cylinder.
1.
Check that the cylinder valve is closed by turning the
knob clockwise.
2.
Remove the protective plastic cap from the cylinder valve
and the connection device.
3.
Insert the nipple of connection device into the valve outlet.
Insure that the device is centered properly.
4.
Turn the large coupling nut clockwise by hand and tighten
to a full stop. Take care not to cross thread the coupling nut
onto the cylinder valve. Do not over-tighten the knob onto
the valve. Do not use tools to tighten connection.
NOTE
:
If you are unable to make the connection, repeat
steps 3 and 4.
5.
Check that the hose does not contain kinks, does not come into contact with sharp edges, and does
not contact surfaces that may become hot during use.
6.
Leak check all fittings before lighting your fryer. See section on "Leak Testing" in this manual.
LEAK TESTING:
To prevent fire or explosion hazard:
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DO NOT smoke or permit ignition sources in the area while conducting a leak test.
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Perform test OUTDOORS only in a well ventilated area.
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Never perform a leak test with a match or open flame.
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Never perform a leak test while the fryer is in use or while fryer is still hot.
WHEN TO PERFORM A LEAK TEST:
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After assembling your fryer and before lighting for the first time, even if purchased fully
assembled.
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Every time the LP cylinder is refilled or if any of the gas components are replaced.
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Any time your fryer has been moved.
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At least once per year or if your fryer has not been used for more than 60 days.
WARNING
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