1. Place LP tank
on
a
secure,
level, and stable
surface.
2. Turn control knob
to the OFF position.
3. Turn
LP
tank
OFF
by turning
hand wheel
clockwise to
a full stop.
4. Remove the
p r o t e c t i v e
cap from LP tank valve. Always use
cap and strap supplied with valve.
Do not use a POL transport plug
(plastic part with external threads)!
It will defeat the safety feature of the
valve.
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.
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 area, away
from ignition sources such as gas
fired or electrical appliances. During
leak test, keep appliance away from
open flames or sparks.
Use a clean paintbrush and 50/50 soap
and water solution. Use mild soap and
water. Do not use household cleaning
agents.
Damage to gas train components
can result. Brush soapy solution onto
all weld seams and entire valve area.
Connecting Regulator To The
LP Tank
Only use the pressure regulator &
hose supplied with this appliance. See
assembly instructions or appliance
name tag for regulator model
number.
(B) Nipple has to
be centered into
the LP tank valve
(C) Hold coupling
nut and regulator
as shown for
proper connection
to LP tank valve
5. Hold regulator, insert nipple (B)
into LP tank valve. Hand tighten
coupling nut, holding regulator in
a straight line (C) with LP tank
valve so as not to cross thread the
connection.
6. Turn the coupling nut clockwise
to tighten to a full solid stop. The
regulator will seal on the back-check
feature in LP tank valve, resulting in
some resistance. An additional one-
half to three quarters turn is required
to complete connection. Tighten by
hand only – do not use tools.
NOTE: If you cannot complete
connection, disconnect regulator and
repeat steps 5 and 6. If you are still
unable to complete the connection,
do not use this regulator!
• Do not insert any foreign objects into
the valve outlet. You may damage
the valve and cause a leak. Leaking
propane may result in explosion, fire,
severe personal injury, or death.
• Never attempt to attach this appliance
to the self-contained LP gas system of
a camper or trailer or motor home.
Leak Testing Valves, Hoses and
Regulator
1. Turn all control knob(s) to OFF.
2. Be sure regulator is tightly connected
to LP tank.
3. Completely open LP tank valve
by turning hand wheel counter
clockwise. If you hear a rushing
sound, turn gas off immediately.
There is a major leak at the connection.
Correct before proceeding.
4. Brush soapy
solution onto
i n d i c a t e d
connections
shown at right.
5. If “growing”
bubbles appear,
there is a leak. Close LP tank
valve immediately and retighten
connections. If leaks cannot be
stopped, do not try to repair. Call
for replacement parts. Order new
parts by giving the serial number,
model number and name of items
WarninG
If “growing” bubbles appear, do
not use or move the LP tank.
Contact an LP gas supplier or your
fire department.
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