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LP GAS TANK INSTALLATION
Installation Location:
Place the gas cylinder to the right rear side of the grill.
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For safety, the minimum distance from the grill to the gas cylinder
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should be 10 inches.
Make sure th
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ere is a
maximum distance of 20 inches from the
regulator valve to the gas cylinder valve. This will prevent the
cylinder from being tipped over by some one tripping on the hose
during operation.
Install
t
he Tank:
Turn the
1.
grill’s control knob
to “OFF“.
Align the coupling nut at the other end of
2.
the adaptor hose
with the LP cylinder outlet. Turn the coupling nut clockwise
all the way.
Warning: DO NOT use a wrench to tighten both side connec-
tions, because it could damage the Fitting and Quick Coupling
Nut and result in a gas leak/fire hazard.
LP TANK LEAK TEST
All leak tests must be repeated each time your LP gas
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cylinders are replaced or refilled.
Do not smoke w
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hen checking for gas leaks .
Do not use an open flame to check for gas leaks.
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Your gas grill must be leak tested outdoors in a well ven-
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tilated area, away from ignition sources such as gas fired
or electrical appliances. During the leak test, keep your
gas grill away from open flames or sparks.
Do not use household cleaning agents. Damage to gas as-
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sembly components can result
Prior to first use, at the beginning of each barbecue season, or
every time your L
P gas cylinders are changed, you must check
for gas leaks by following these three steps:
Use a clean paintbrush and a 50/50 mild soap and water
1.
solution.
Brush soapy solution onto LP gas cylinder in the areas
2.
indicated by the arrows. See diagram.
If bubbles appear do not use or move the LP gas cylinder.
3.
Call an LP gas supplier or your fire departm
ent.
LP TANK EXCHANGE PROGRAMS
Leak test new and exchanged LP gas cylinders BEFORE
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connecting one to your gas grill.
Always keep new and exchanged LP gas cylinders in an
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upright position during use, transit or storage.
Many retailers who sell gas grills offer you the option
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of replacing your empty LP gas cylinder through an
exchange service. Use only those reputable exchange
companies that inspect, precision fill, test, and certify
their cylinders. Exchange your cylinder only for an OPD
safety feature-equipped cylinder as described in the LP
Gas cylinder section of this
manual.