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LEAK TEST
WARNING
DO NOT SMOKE WHILE CONDUCTING LEAK TEST.
NEVER PERFORM LEAK TEST WITH AN OPEN FLAME.
Perform test OUTDOORS only in a well ventilated area.
If it is evident there is excessive abrasion or wear, or the hose is cut, it must be
replaced prior to the appliance being operational. The replacement hose shall be
specified the by manufacturer.
When to perform a leak test:
After assembling the grill and before lighting for the first time, even if purchased
fully assembled.
Every time the LP gas cylinder is refilled or if any of the gas components are
replaced.
Checking for leaks:
1. Create a mixture of 50% water and 50% liquid dishwashing soap.
2. Open the lid.
3. Ensure all control knobs are set to the “OFF” position.
4. Turn on the fuel supply at the cylinder valve. Turn the cylinder valve knob one turn
counter-clockwise.
5. Apply the soap water mixture to the following:
a. Supply tank weld.
b. Connection nut to tank valve.
c. Back side of connection nut to brass nipple.
d. Brass nipple connection into regulator.
e. Regulator connections to gas supply hoses.
f.
Gas supply hose connection.
g. Side burner valve stem cap
h. Side burner connection to hose.
i.
Hose connection to gas manifold.
j.
The full length of gas supply hose.
k. Tank valve to cylinder.
6. Check each place (a-k) for growing bubbles which
indicates a leak.
7. Turn off gas supply at cylinder valve.
8. Turn on control knobs to release gas pressure in
hose.
9. Turn control knobs to “OFF” position.
10. Tighten any leaking connections.
11. Repeat soapy water test until no leaks are detected.
12. Turn off gas supply at cylinder valve until you are ready to use your grill.
