• It also has a flow-limiting device which,when activated, will restrict the flow of gas to 10
cubic feet per hour (0.28 cubic meters per hour).
Prior to attaching the propane cylinder to the hose and regulator, be sure the cylinder valve
and the appliance valves are OFF. The cylinder valve is turned off by rotating the handwheel
(see Figure 3) clockwise (left to right) until it stops and all appliance valves should be in the
twelve o'clock position. When attaching the regulator to the cylinder, make sure that the small
probe in the nipple is centered in the mating Q.C.C. 1
cylinder valve (see Figure 6). Turn the right hand threaded Q.C.C.1 black nut onto the valve in
a clockwise motion until there is a positive stop.
DO NOT USE A WRENCH, HAND TIGHTEN
ONLY.
Should the large black thermally sensitive coupling nut be exposed to temperatures
above 240 and 300°F, it will soften and allow the regulator probe to disengage from the
cylinder valve -- thereby shutting off the flow of gas. Should this occur, do not attempt to
reconnect the nut. Remove the entire regulator assembly, and replace it with a new one.
(See ‘
REPLACEMENT PARTS
’ section in assembly instructions or contact us at 1-800-
396-3838)
The cause of the excessive heat should be determined and corrected
before operating
your grill again. The regulator probe also contains a flow-sensing element, which will
limit the flow of gas to the regulator to a manageable amount (10 cubic feet per hour) in
the event of a hose or regulator rupture. If it is evident that the flow control device has
been activated, the cause of the excessive flow should be determined and corrected
before using your grill again.
Please refer to the troubleshooting guide on page 19 or contact us 1-800-396-3838.
NOTE: IMPROPER LIGHTING PROCEDURES CAN CAUSE THE FLOW CONTROL TO ACTIVATE,
RESULTING IN REDUCED HEAT OUTPUT. IF THIS IS SUSPECTED, RESET THE FLOW CONTROL BY
SHUTTING OFF ALL BURNER CONTROLS AND THE CYLINDER VALVE. WAIT 30 SECONDS, THEN TURN
THE CYLINDER VALVE ON EXTREMELY SLOWLY - WAIT 5 SECONDS AND TURN THE BURNER VALVE
ON AND LIGHT AS NORMAL.
• Never connect a propane gas grill to an unregulated propane gas supply or
any other gas.
Do not attempt to alter the hose or regulator in any way.
• The connection fitting must be protected when disconnected from the propane
tank. If the fitting is allowed to drag on the ground, nicks and scratches could
occur resulting in a leak when connected to the propane tank.
PROPANE AND NATURAL GAS MODELS:
• Do not allow any grease (or other hot material) to fall onto the hose, or allow
the hose to come in contact with any hot surfaces of the grill.
• Visually inspect the entire length of the hose assembly before each use of the
grill. If it is evident there is excessive abrasion/wear, or the hose is cut, it
must be replaced prior to using your grill. Only the hose assembly as
specified in the Parts List should be used.
• Follow the ‘
LEAK TEST
’ instructions before lighting your grill for the first time,
every time a propane cylinder is refilled, if any gas component is changed,
if the regulator flow-limiting device has been activated, after prolonged periods
of storage or non-use or at least once per season.
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