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LP GAS HOOK-UP
Install the factory-supplied hose and regulator assembly as shown. Connect the 3/8” flare end
of the hose to the grill coupling using a 3/4” open wrench. Do not apply pipe sealant to the 3/8” flare
connection. Connect the regulator to the LP cylinder hand tighten it, do not use a wrench. Check for
leaks using soapy water solution. (Reference page 6 for leak test procedure).
Note: An enclosure for an LP gas cylinder shall be ventilated by openings at both the upper and lower
levels of the enclosure. The effectiveness of the opening(s) for purposes of ventilation shall be deter
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mined with the LP cylinder in place. This shall be accomplished by one of the following:
a. one side of the enclosure shall be completely open; or
b. for a cylinder enclosure having four sides, a top and a bottom, and intended for installation in a
built-in enclosure:
i. at least one ventilation opening shall be provided on the exposed exterior side of the enclosure
located within 5 in (127 mm) of the top of the enclosure and unobstructed. The opening(s) shall
have a total free area of not less than 1 in²/lb (14.2 cm²/kg) of stored fuel capacity.
ii. at least one ventilation opening shall be provided on the exposed, exterior side of the enclo-
sure 1 in (25.4 mm) or less from the floor and shall have a total free area of not less than 1/2
in²/lb (7.1 cm²/kg) of stored fuel capacity. The upper edge shall be no more than 5 in (127 mm)
above the floor level.
iii.
every opening shall have a minimum dimension so as to permit the entrance of a 1/8 in (3.2
mm) rod.
INSTALLER SUPPLIED
REGULATOR SET AT 10” WC (LP)
(MUST BE PURCHASED FROM
DELTA HEAT)
TYPICAL BOTTOM
GAS CONNECTION
INSTALLER SUPPLIED GAS
SHUTOFF VALVE (MUST BE
EASILY ACCESSIBLE)
CUSTOMER SUPPLIED
20 lb (5 GALLON) LP CYLINDER
DO NOT PLACE MORE THAN
ONE CYLINDER IN THE EN-
CLOSURE AT ANY TIME
VENTS REQUIRED ON
ENCLOSURES FOR LP
CYLINDERS (SEE NOTES)
BRASS COUPLING
1/2 NPT X 1/2 FLARE
FACTORY SUPPLIED
HI-PRESSURE LP
HOSE ASSEMBLY
FACTORY SUPPLIED
LP REGULATOR
TYPE 1
TYPICAL BOTTLE LP GAS
HOOK-UP
TYPICAL PLUMB-IN GAS
HOOK-UP