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WARNING HOSE IS A TRIP HAZARD
• Always close LP tank valve and remove coupling nut before
moving LP tank form specified operating position.
• NEVER store a spare LP tank under or near appliance or in
enclosed areas. NEVER fill the cylinder beyond 80% full. An
overfilled spare LP tank is hazardous due to possible gas
released from the safety relief valve. Failure to follow these
instructions exactly could cause a fire resulting in death or
serious injury.
• If you see, smell, or hear escaping gas, immediately get away
from the LP tank/appliance and call your fire department.
• All spare LP tanks must have safety caps installed on the LP
tank outlet
LP Tank Removal, Transport and Storage
• Turn OFF all control knobs and LP tank valve. Turn coupling
nut counterclockwise by hand only – do not use tools to
disconnect. Install safety cap onto LP tank valve. Always use
cap and strap supplied with valve. Failure to use safety cap as
directed may result in serious personal injury and/or property
damage.
• A disconnected LP tank in
storage or being transported
must have a safety cap
installed (as shown).
Refillable LP-Gas cylinders
must be stored outdoors in
a well ventilated space, out
of the reach of children, and must not be stored in a building,
garage or any other enclosed area. Never leave an LP tank
inside a vehicle, which may become overheated by the sun.
• Do not store LP tanks in an area where children play.
• Storage of an appliance indoors is permissible only if the
cylinder is disconnected and removed from the appliance.
• When the refillable LP-gas supply cylinder is not disconnected
from the stove, the stove and cylinder must be stored outdoors,
in a well ventilated space, out of the reach of children, and
must not be stored in a building, garage or any other enclosed
areas.
LP Tank
The LP tank used with your appliance must meet the following
requirements:
• Purchase LP tanks only with these required measurements:
12" (30.5cm) (diameter) x 18" (45.7cm) (tall) with 20 lb. (9
kg.) capacity maximum.
• Be constructed and marked in accordance with specifications
for LP tank of the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) or
the National Standard of Canada, CAN/CSA-B339, Cylinders,
Spheres and Tubes for the Transportation of Dangerous Goods.
• The refillable propane cylinder used with this appliance must
include a collar to protect the cylinder valve.
LP tank valve must have:
• Type 1 outlet compatible with
regulator or appliance.
• Safety relief valve.
• UL listed Overfill Protection Device
(OPD). This OPD safety feature is
identified by a unique triangular
hand wheel. Use only tanks
equipped with this type of valve.
LP tank must be arranged for vapor withdrawal.
LP (Liquefied Petroleum Gas)
• LP gas is non-toxic, odorless and colorless when produced. For
your safety, LP gas has been given an odor (similar to rotten
cabbage) so that it can be smelled.
• LP gas is highly flammable and may ignite unexpectedly when
mixed with air.
LP Tank Filling
• Use only licensed and experienced dealers.
• LP dealer must purge tanks before filling.
• Dealer should NEVER fill LP tank more than 80% of LP tank
volume. Volume of propane in tanks will vary by temperature.
• A frosty regulator indicates gas overfill. Immediately close LP
tank valve and call local LP gas dealer for assistance.
• DO NOT release liquid propane (LP) gas into the atmosphere.
This is a hazardous practice.
• To remove gas from LP tank, contact an LP dealer or call a
local fire department for assistance. Check the telephone
directory under “Gas companies” for nearest certified LP
dealers.
LP Tank Exchange
• Many retailers that sell appliances offer you the option of
replacing your empty LP tanks through an exchange service. Use
only those reputable exchange companies that inspect, precision
fill, test and certify their cylinders. Exchange your tank only for
an OPD safety feature-equipped tank as described in the “LP
Tank” section of this manual.
• Always keep new and exchanged LP tanks in upright position
during use, transit or storage.
• Leak test new and exchanged LP tanks BEFORE connecting to
appliance.
WARNING
Appliance must be leak checked outdoors in well-ventilated
area, away from ignition sources such as gas fired or
electrical appliances. During leak test, keep appliance away
from open flames or sparks.
LP Tank Leak Test
For your Safety
• Leak test must be repeated each time LP tank is exchanged
or refilled.
• Do not smoke during leak test.
• Do not use an open flame to check for gas leaks.
• Appliance must be leak checked outdoors in well-ventilated
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