Check for Gas Leaks
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1. Always test your liquid propane
tank each time it is exchanged or
refilled, seasonally and any time your
grill has gone unused for a lengthy
period of time.
2. Make sure all grill burner knobs are in the OFF position and the propane tank
is turned to OFF before testing. Testing should always be done outdoors, in a
well-ventilated area and away from ignition sources such as gas-fired or electrical
appliances, open flames or sparks.
3. Mix a 50/50 solution of water and liquid dish detergent. Put the mix in a dish or spray bottle.
4. Then turn the propane tank valve ON to pressurize your system.
5. Now you’re ready to test for leaks. Using a spray bottle, clean sponge or paintbrush, spray or
brush the soapy solution onto the gas valve, the hose and the regulator. Stand back and visually
inspect all the places where the solution was applied. Soap bubbles will instantly form and grow if
there’s a gas leak in any of the components. No bubbles means no leak.
6. If bubbles DO form or you smell gas, turn the propane tank off immediately. If bubbles appear
on the propane tank itself, do not use or move the LP cylinder. Contact an LP gas supplier or your
fire department.