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Operating Your Outdoor Grill
LP Tank Connection
Instructions for LP tank connection and use for outdoor grills equipped for use with a portable LP tank.
warning
Dacor outdoor grills are factory equipped for use with either LP or natural gas. DO NOt AttemPt fIeLD
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CONverSIONS frOm LP tO NAtUrAL GAS Or frOm NAtUrAL GAS tO LP.
Use only a U.S. DOt or CSA approved LP gas supply tank. the LP tank must include a collar to protect the tank
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valve.
A LP tank must be provided with a shut-off valve terminating in a liquid petroleum (LP) gas supply cylinder
valve outlet specified, as applicable, for connection type 1. the cylinder supply system must be arranged for vapor
withdrawal and provided with a listed overfilling prevention device.
Never use a dented or rusty LP tank. If there is any question as to the soundness of the tank, have it checked by
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your LP supplier.
Never use a tank with a damaged or defective shut-off valve.
Use only the type 1 connector, hose and regulator assembly supplied with the outdoor grill, or a Dacor approved
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replacement.
When the LP tank is enclosed, it must be ventilated by openings on the sides, back and floor of the enclosure. each
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opening must have a total area of no less than 10 square inches. Keep the ventilation openings for the LP tank free
and clear from debris.
Check the gas supply line for damage before each use. Check for leaks after every tank change.
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Never check for
leaks using a match or open flame.
Do not use a tool to connect a LP tank. Damage resulting in an explosion hazard may occur.
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Always handle LP tanks with care. Do not drop or bump against sharp objects.
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When disconnecting and/or transporting a LP tank, always close the shut-off valve and cover the connector. Always
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keep a LP tank in the upright position. Keep it away from any sources of high heat.
Never fill and LP tank beyond 80 percent full (by weight).
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Unused or extra LP
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tanks must be stored outdoors in a well-ventilated area out of the direct sunlight and/or
sources of high heat, flames or sparks, out of reach of children. Do not store additional LP tanks in the enclosure
under the unit. Cover the hose connection on the tank with a cover.
Always close the shut-off valve on the LP tank when the appliance is not in use.
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An LP cylinder not connected for use shall not be stored in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
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If the outdoor grill is stored indoors, the LP tank must be disconnected and removed from the appliance.
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If the above instructions are not followed exactly, a fire or explosion causing death or serious injury may occur.
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After hose connector installation, open (turn on) the
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shut-off valve and check for leaks. Use a spray bottle
to spray a soapy solution onto all the gas connections.
If the solution bubbles, there is a leak. Close the shut-
off valve and have the gas line repaired by a qualified
service technician.
Close the gas shut-off valve.
6.
Dacor outdoor grills are approved for a maximum LP tank
capacity of 20 pounds (5 gallons). the tank must be con
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structed and marked in accordance with the specifications
for LP-gas tanks of the U.S. Department of Transportation
(DOT) or the National Standard of Canada, CAN/CSA-
B339, tank, Spheres and Tubes of the Transportation of
Dangerous Goods.
to connect the LP tank:
Check the gas connector from the outdoor grill and
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the LP tank connector. make sure no dirt has accumu
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lated inside. If there is debris inside, brush it out with
a soft bristled brush or jet of air.
Put the LP tank in position under the appliance.
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Make sure the gas shut-off valve on top of the LP tank
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is completely closed.
Insert the hose connector into the valve outlet.
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Tighten the plastic collar firmly into place.
hand
tighten only.
LP tank storage shelf
on optional cart
LP tank
5 gallon max.
Gas shut-off valve
factory equipped
regulator
flexible LP gas line
from outdoor grill
