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USE OF LP GAS CYLINDER AND INSTALLATION
BEFORE INSTALLING:
The installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with
either the
National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, Natural Gas and Propane
Installation Code, CSA B149.1,
or
Propane Storage and Handling Code, B149.2,or
the
Standard for Recreational Vehicles, ANSI A 119.2/NFPA 1192
, and
CSA Z240 RV Series,
Recreational Vehicle Code
, as applicable.
BEFORE EVERY USAGE:
Be sure to inspect the hose for leaks, cuts, wear, abrasion, or damage of any sort before
using this appliance. If any damage is apparent the hose must be replaced with a
replacement hose specified by the manufacturer before it is put in use.
LP GAS CYLINDER
The LP (liquid propane) cylinder specifically designed to be used with this unit MUST have
a 20 lb. (9.1kg) capacity with a Type 1 cylinder value and an overfilling protection device
(OPD). Only use LP cylinders with this type of valve.
The nominal cylinder: Height = 18 inches (45.7 cm), Diameter = 12 inches (30.5cm) and
bottom ring diameter = 8 inches (20.3 cm)
LP tank valve must have:
Type 1 outlet compatible with regulator or appliance.
Safety relief valve.
UL listed Overfill Protection Device(OPD). This OPD safety
feature is identified by a unique triangular hand wheel. Use only
tanks equipped with this type of valve.
LP tank must be arranged for vapor withdrawal.
The LP cylinder must be constructed and marked in
accordance with the Specifications for LP-Gas Cylinders of
the U.S. Department of Transportation (D.O.T.) or the
National Standard of Canada CAN/CSA – B339, Cylinder,
Spheres and Tubes for Transportation of Dangerous Goods;
and Commission of Dangerous Goods; and Commission, as
applicable.
The LP cylinder must include a collar to protect the cylinder
valve.
The LP cylinder must be stored outdoors out of the reach of children and pets. It
SHALL NOT be stored in a building, garage, shed, breezeway, or any other enclosed
space. Cylinders can be stored indoors ONLY if cylinders are disconnected and
removed from the appliance.
The cylinder should ALWAYS be put in an upright position.
WARNING
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.
