Karmann-Mobil DEXTER 600, Operating Manual

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Gas system
EN 38
6.3 Connecting a gas cylinder
CAUTION
Risk of damaging the gas system!
● Use only propane gas.
Any other gas can impede the function of the gas system.
Proceed as follows to connect the gas cylinder:
● Ensure that the regulators on the gas hob are closed.
● Open the straps on the strap attachments (3) and place the gas cylinder in the compartment in an
upright position.
● Align the gas cylinder in such a way that the connecting hose (2) easily reaches the gas cylinder
without tension or kinking.
● Carefully screw the union nut of the connecting hose (2) onto the safety valve of the gas cylinder
by hand (without tools) until it cannot be turned any further.
● Use the straps to fix the gas cylinder in place.
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Open the safety valve on the gas cylinder. (Only if you will be using the gas hob afterwards!)
WARNING
Risk of fire/explosion!
● When connecting or changing a gas cylinder, do not smoke or allow any open fire
nearby!
●
Always keep the gas cylinder compartment closed.
6.4 Replacing a gas cylinder
To replace an (empty) gas cylinder, please proceed as follows:
● Close the safety valve on the gas cylinder.
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Release the union nut on the connecting hose (2) by turning it clockwise.
● Release the straps on the strap attachments (3).
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Remove the gas cylinder.
6.5 Safety instructions for handling gas appliances
Proceed with care and awareness when handling the components of a gas appliance and follow these
safety instructions.