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PROPANE CYL. REQUIREMENTS & SPECIFICATIONS:
1. Maximum Cylinder Size: 20 lbs. (9 Kg)
2. Measurement: (approximately) Diameter: 12’’(30.5cm) X
Height: 18” (45.7cm):
3. USA: All LP cylinders used with this grill must be
constructed and marked in accordance with the
Specifications for LP (Propane) Gas Cylinders
of the US
Department of Transportation (D.O.T.). Refer to your
propane cylinder collar for markings.
4. CANADA: All propane cylinders used with this grill must be
constructed and marked in accordance with the National Standard of Canada, CAN/CSA-B339;
Cylinders,
Spheres and Tubes for the Transportation of Dangerous Goods and Commission.
Refer to your propane cylinder
collar for markings.
5. Cylinder supply system must be arranged for vapor withdrawal.
6. Cylinder must be equipped with a collar to protect the outlet valve.
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8.
9.
Propane Cylinders must be equipped with a safety relief valve.
10.
UL listed Overfill Protection Device (OPD); This OPD safety feature is identified by
a unique triangular hand wheel.
Only use cylinders equipped with this type of
valve. (Fig. 6)
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WHAT TO DO if SAFETY VALVE has tripped:
1. Turn off Propane Cylinder.
2. Disconnect the Propane Hose and Regulator from the Propane Cylinder.
3. Reconnect the Propane Hose and Regulator to the Propane Cylinder.
4.
Turn Gas Valve on slowly.
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HANDLING PROPANE CYLINDERS: (NOT Included with Grill)
1. Government regulations prohibit shipping full Propane cylinders. New cylinders (not included) must be taken to a
Propane filling station for filling.
2. A full cylinder is under high pressure; always handle with care, and transport secured and in an upright position.
Protect the valve from accidental damage.
3. Do not tip the propane cylinder while connecting it to your grill’s regulator
4. If the cylinder is tipped over while connected to your grill, shut it off and disconnect it; then have it checked before
use.
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STORING PROPANE CYLINDERS:
1. Place dust cap on cylinder valve outlet whenever the cylinder is not in use. Only install the type of dust cap on the
cylinder valve outlet that is provided with the cylinder valve. Other types of caps or plugs may result in leakage of
propane.
2. Store all propane cylinders outdoors in a well-ventilated area.
3. Do not store cylinders in direct sunlight or near a source of heat or combustion.
4. Propane cylinders must be REMOVED from your grill; when the grill is to be stored indoors.
5. Keep all propane tanks out of reach of children.
6.
If your grill is stored outside, the propane tank may be left connected to the grill. Turn off propane tank valve when
grill is not in use.
!WARNING!
1 Never insert any foreign objects in valve outlet,
as this may cause leaks.
2 Do NOT connect this grill to unregulated
Propane systems such as in a motor home or
camper trailer. System pressure MUST be
regulated before hook up.
3 Do NOT use this grill until leak tests have been
completed.
4. If a gas leak is detected and cannot be
stopped, call the fire department.
Cylinders must be rust and dent free: a dented or rusty propane cylinder may be hazardous, and must be
professionally inspected before use.
Figure
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Cylinders must be equipped with QCC Type 1 (Quick
Triangular Hand Wheel
Closing Coupling) outlet.
