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TF1038-014515 English
20180510 V.1
Do not release liquid propane (LP) gas into the atmosphere. This is a hazardous practice.
To remove gas from LP tank, contact an LP dealer or call a local fire department for assistance.
Check the telephone directory under
“GAS Companies” for nearest certified LP dealers.
LP Tank Exchange
Many retailers that sell appliances offer you the option of replacing your empty LP tanks through
an exchange service, Use only those reputable exchange companies that inspect, precision fill,
test and certify their cylinders. Exchange your tank only for an OPD safety feature-equipped tanks
as described in the “LP Tank” section of this manual.
Always keep new and exchanged LP tanks in upright position during use, transit or storage.
Leak test new and exchanged LP tanks BEFORE connecting to appliance.
LP Tank Leak Test
For your safety
Leak test must be repeated each time LP tank is exchanged or refilled.
Do not smoke during leak test.
Do not use an open flame to check for gas leaks.
Appliance must be leak checked outdoors in well-ventilated area, away from
open flames or sparks.
Use a clean paint brush and 50/50 soap and water solution.
Use mild soap and water. Do not use household cleaning agents.
Damage to gas train
components can result.
Brush soapy solution onto all weld seams and entire valve area.
WARNING
If “growing” bubbles appear, do not use or move the LP tank. Contact an LP gas supplier or your file
department.
Connecting Regulator to the LP Tank
1. Place LP tank on a secure, level, and stable surface.
2. Turn control knob to the OFF position.
3. Turn LP tank OFF by turning hand wheel clockwise to a
full stop
.
4. Remove the protective cap from the LP tank valve. Always use cap and
strap supplied with valve.
5. Hold regulator, insert nipple (B) into LP tank valve. Hand
tighten coupling nut, holding regulator in a straight line (C)
with LP tank valve so as not to cross thread the
connection.
6. Turn the coupling nut clockwise to tighten to a full solid
stop. The regulator will seal on the back-check feature in
the LP tank valve, resulting in some resistance. An
additional one-half to three quarters turn is required to complete connection. Tighten by hand
only
– do not use tools.
NOTE: If you cannot complete connection, disconnect regulator and repeat step 5 and 6. If you are still
unable to complete the connection,
do not use this regulator!
Do not use a POL transport plug
(A) (plastic part with external
threads)! It will defeat the safety
feature of the valve.
