Browning BR4GRILL, Owner'S Manual

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Cooking with Gas
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Handling the Liquid Propane Tank Safely
Remember to handle your portable liquid propane tank carefully when you take it to your dealer for a
refill. Avoid dropping it or bumping it against sharp objects. Liquid propane tanks are sturdily
constructed, but a series of hard jolts could damage the container.
When transporting the tank to your local propane gas dealer, make sure the valve is closed tightly and
the protective cover is in place. Position the tank securely in an upright position so it will not roll
around your vehicle.
If you plan to make stops for shopping or errands, have your liquid propane tank filled at the last stop
before going home. Again, make certain the refilled tank is secure and in an upright position. When
you return home, remove the refilled tank from your vehicle. Never leave a portable liquid propane
tank inside a vehicle that may become overheated by the sun.
Your local liquid propane gas dealer will gladly offer you additional safety tips.
Storing the Liquid Propane Tank Safely
Whether you are between cross-country treks in your recreational vehicle or looking for a place to
keep the liquid propane tank to provide fuel for your outdoor grill, keep in mind some basic safety
rules about storing portable liquid propane tanks:
Do not store the tanks (whether full or empty) inside your home, the living area of an R.V., a garage,
basement or workshop. It is unlikely that liquid propane will leak from the tanks. If it should leak, the
fuel could be exposed to sparks from automobiles, power tools or other appliances. When storing or
transporting your LP tank, it must remain in an upright position. Never lay your LP tank down on its
side whether it is full or empty. Never store a spare tank under or near your grill.
CAUTION: Never transport or move your grill or grill tank without first closing the manual
valve on your liquid propane gas tank.
The best place to store a liquid propane tank is in a shady or protected spot outdoors, behind your
home or garage, or on a screened porch but where it is out of reach of children. Liquid propane will
not evaporate. It is in a strong, closed container. It will not lose any of its clean-burning heat content,
even if left outside year-round.
WARNING: When not connected to your grill, the LP gas tank must be stored in an upright
position in a cool, shady, well-ventilated, outdoor location away from your grill or any other
heat source. Failure to follow this warning could lead to tank valve damage, fire hazard and
personal injury.
Refilling a Propane Tank
It is extremely important that your LP tank be filled properly when you take it to be refilled. Be sure
to use a reputable LP dealer and observe how the tank is filled and at what capacity. An overfilled LP
tank can be dangerous.