USE AND CARE INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE about LP Gas Tank Exchange Programs
Many retailers that sell smokers offer you the option
of replacing your empty LP Gas tank through an
exchange service. Use only those reputable exchange
companies that inspect, precision fill, test and certify
their tanks. Exchange your tank only for an OPD safety
feature-equipped tank as described in the LP Gas tank
section of this manual.
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How to Leak Test your LP Gas Tank
For your safety:
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Leak test new and exchanged LP Gas tanks BEFORE
connecting one to your smoker.
Always keep new and exchanged LP Gas tanks in
an upright position during use, transit or storage.
All leak tests must be repeated each time your LP Gas
tank is exchanged or refilled.
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If growing bubbles appear do not use or move the
LP Gas tank. Contact an LP Gas Supplier or
your fire department!
WARNING
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Use a clean paintbrush and a 50/50 mild soap and
water solution.
Brush soapy solution onto LP Gas tank in the areas
indicated by the arrows. See diagram.
If growing bubbles appear do not use or move the
LP Gas tank. Call an LP Gas Supplier or your Fire
Department.
Before using this smoker read all instructions and
perform all gas leak-check procedures even if the
product was pre-assembled by the retailer or manu-
facturer.
WARNING
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Your smoker must be leak tested outdoors in a well-
ventilated area, away from ignition sources such as
gas fired or electrical appliances. During the leak test,
keep your smoker away from open flames or sparks.
Do not use household cleaning agents. Damage to gas
assembly components can result.
When checking for gas leaks do not smoke.
Do not use an open flame to check for gas leaks.
To Install LP Gas Tank:
Secure a 20lb LP Gas Tank to Gas Smoker
Turn your LP Gas Tank Valve clockwise to the
closed or OFF positon.
Place LP Gas tank (vave facing the front) into tank
holder. Then turn gas tank clockwise until tank
valve faces left, away from the Smoker as shown.
Attach the Tank Hook Bracket to Tank Hook and
secure gas tank using a wing nut.
NOTE:
Many different size propane gas tank bottom collars
are available in the market, especially with the popularity of
tank exchange programs. If your tank bottom collar does not
fit into the tank hole after attaching the special nut to the wing
bolt, simply remove the special nut and secure the tank using
the wing bolt only.
CAUTION:
When the appliance is not in use the gas
must be turned off at the tank.
Tu rn all Bu rner Valves to the OFF p ositio n.
Inspect the valve connection port and regulator
assembly for damage or debris. Remove any debris.
Never use damaged or p lu gg ed equ ip ment.
Connect the regulator assembly to the tank valve and
HAND TIGHTEN nut clockwise to a full stop. DO NOT
use a wrench to tighten because it could damage the
Quick Coupling Nut and result in a hazardous con-
dition.
Open the tank valve 1/4 to 1/2 (counterclockwise) and
use a soapy water solution to check all connections
for leaks before attempting to light your smoker. See
"Checking for LP Gas Leaks"
. If a leak is found, turn
the tank valve off and do not use your smoker until
the leak is repaired.
LP Gas Model only:
Connect Regulator with Hose to your LPG Tank
Tank Holder
Type 1 connection per
ANSI Z21.
58a-2006
Quick
Coupling Nut
Wing Nut
Tank Hook
Bracket
