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Carolina Cooker®
844-478-4334
Model M48591
January 2021
3. Remove the protective cap from the LP cylinder
valve, if installed, and connect the hose and gas
regulator assembly to the LP cylinder.
NOTICE
Be careful not to cross thread the
connector onto the valve. Hand tight
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en only. Do not use tools to tighten this connection.
4. Make sure the hose is not kinked and is routed
away from any sharp edges or hot surface. The
LP cylinder should be placed at least 24 inches
away from the appliance.
The supply hose can be a trip
hazard. Tripping over the gas
supply hose can cause spillage of hot oil or food,
resulting in serious burns. Place the LP cylinder away
from human or pet traffic. Do not walk between the
appliance and the LP cylinder.
5. Perform the Soapy Water Test described in the
following section to check for leaks.
WARNING
!
5.3 Soapy Water Test
• The soapy water test must be performed outdoors
in a well-ventilated area.
• Do not perform the test around open flames, sparks,
lit matches, lighters, or cigarettes.
• Never use an open flame to test for gas leaks.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The “soapy water test”
must
be performed each time:
• the LP cylinder is reconnected, or
• any time the appliance has been moved, or
• at least once per year and/or the appliance has not
been used for more than 60 days.
1. Remove any cookware or oil vats from the
appliance.
2.
The shut-off valves and the LP cylinder
valve should be in the OFF or closed
position.
3. Prepare a soapy water solution by combining one
part dish washing liquid with three parts water.
4.
Open the LP cylinder valve.
(with the shut-off valves in the closed
position).
5. Apply the soapy water solution to ALL
connections between the LP cylinder and the
shutoff valves on the manifold assembly.
Close the LP cylinder valve
immediately if bubbles appear.
Re-tighten the loose connection and repeat the test.
6. If leaks are identified between the LP cylinder
and the unit’s shutoff valves, immediately turn
OFF the LP cylinder valve.
7. If connections are leak-free, continue to Step 10.
8. All connections with evidence of leaking should
be tightened, then repeat Steps 4 and 5.
9. If after tightening any loose connections bubbles
continue to appear, close the LP cylinder valve,
disconnect the LP cylinder, and do not use the
appliance. Contact the local retailer where the
appliance was purchased.
10. Continue with the Lighting Instructions or if the
appliance will not be used immediately, close all
gas valves and disconnect the LP cylinder.
5.4 Lighting Instructions
Note:
To prevent leaving the appliance unattended,
have the food prepared, safely stored, and outdoors
before lighting the appliance.
1.
Make sure the shut-off valve is in the closed posi
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tion before lighting.
WARNING
!
