Master Chef 85-1208-0, Safe Use, Care And Assembly Manual

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L E A K T E S T I N G Perform a “Leak Test”
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Before lighting your barbecue for the first time.
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Every time the cylinder is refilled, or any component is replaced.
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At least once every year, preferably at the start of the season.
The “Leak Test” must be done outdoors, away from heat, open flames and flam-
mable liquids.
Do not smoke while performing the test. Use only a mixture of
50/50 liquid soap and water for leak testing. Never use a match or open flame.
The Following Must be Checked
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The tank valve including the threads into the tank (drawing C).
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All tank welds (drawing B).
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Regulator fittings and tank connections (drawing C).
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All hose connections (drawing D),
plus side burner hoses if so equipped (drawing E).
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With a newly filled and tested propane tank attached to the barbecue and all
the controls turned OFF, slowly open the cylinder valve one full turn.
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Using a brush and soap, soak all the connections and components listed above
and shown in drawings B,C,D, and E.
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Look carefully for bubbles forming, which is an indication of leaking gas.
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Tighten the connections at the bubbled areas until re-testing shows no
indication of any leaks (shut off cylinder while correcting any leaks).
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Shut off the cylinder valve and ensure all control valves are off.
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Do not use the barbecue if any leaks cannot be stopped. Turn off the
gas cylinder valve, remove the gas cylinder and seek assistance from
a qualified gas appliance service mechanic or gas dealer.
Drawing D Drawing E
Drawing B Drawing C
Note: Improperly lighting the barbecue can activate the flow control feature,
resulting in lower heat output. If this occurs, the re-flow feature must be reset by
turning off all the burner controls and the cylinder valve. Wait at least 30 seconds
before slowly turning on the cylinder valve, and then after another 5 seconds turn
the burner valve on and light the barbecue.
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Never connect this barbecue to an unregulated propane gas supply, or to
another kind of gas.
Do not alter or change the hose or regulator in any way.
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Visually inspect the whole hose assembly before each use for evidence of wear or
damage such as cracks, burns, or even cuts. If any damage is found, replace the
assembly before using the barbecue. Use only the recommended replacement hose.
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To avoid possible damage to the hose, do not allow any grease or other hot
materials to fall on the hose, and make sure the hose does not contact any hot
surfaces of the barbecue.
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The connection fitting must be protected when it’s disconnected from the
cylinder.
Do not allow the fitting to bump or drag on the ground as nicks and
scratches could help create a leak when connecting back to the cylinder.
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It is important to do the “Leak Test” procedure every time a cylinder is refilled,
or any of the components are changed, and especially at the beginning of a
new season.
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