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20190710-Ver.1.2
USE AND INSTALLATION OF LP GAS CYLINDER (PROPANE TANK)
BEFORE INSTALLING:
The installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with either the
National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code,
CSA B149.1,
or
Propane Storage and Handling Code, B149.2,
or
the
Standard for Recreational
Vehicles, ANSI A 119.2/NFPA 1192
, and
CSA Z240 RV Series, Recreational Vehicle Code
, as
applicable.
BEFORE EVERY USE:
Be sure to inspect the hose for leaks, cuts, wear, abrasion, or damage of any sort before using
this appliance. If any damage is apparent, the hose must be replaced with a new hose specified
by the manufacturer before further use.
LP GAS CYLINDER
The LP (liquid propane) cylinder specifically designed to be used with this unit MUST have a
20lb. (9.1kg) capacity with a Type 1 cylinder valve and an overfill protection device (OPD). Only
use LP cylinders with this type of valve.
LP tank valve requirement:
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Purchase LP tanks only with these required measurements:
12” (30.5cm) (diameter) x 18” (45.7cm) (tall) with 20lb. (9kg)
capacity maximum.
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Type 1 outlet compatible with regulator or appliance.
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Safety relief valve.
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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.
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LP tank must be arranged for vapour
withdrawal.
The LP cylinder must be constructed
and marked in accordance with the
Specifications for LP-Gas Cylinders of
the U.S. Department of Transportation
(D.O.T.) or the National Standard of
Canada CAN/CSA
– B339, Cylinder,
Spheres and Tubes for Transportation of Dangerous Goods; and Commission of
Dangerous Goods; and Commission, as applicable.
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The LP cylinder must include a collar to protect the cylinder valve.
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If the outdoor cooking gas appliance is not in use, the gas must be turned off at the supply
cylinder(s).
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The LP cylinder must be stored outdoors out of the reach of children and MUST NOT be
stored in a building, garage, shed, breezeway, or any other enclosed space.
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Storage of an outdoor cooking gas appliance indoors is permissible ONLY if the cylinder is
disconnected and removed from the outdoor cooking gas appliance.
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The cylinder should ALWAYS be put in an upright position.
