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LEAK TESTING
LEAK TESTING:
All factory-made connections have been thoroughly tested for gas leaks. However, shipping and handling may have
loosened a gas fitting.
AS A SAFETY PRECAUTION:
• TEST ALL FITTINGS FOR LEAKS BEFORE USING YOUR GAS FIRE PIT.
• TEST THE CYLINDER VALVE FOR LEAKS EACH TIME THE CYLINDER IS FILLED.
• TEST FOR LEAKS EVERY TIME YOU CONNECT A GAS FITTING.
• DO NOT SMOKE WHILE TESTING FOR LEAKS.
• NEVER TEST FOR LEAKS WITH A LIGHTED MATCH OR OPEN FLAME.
• TEST FOR LEAKS OUTDOORS.
DANGER:
Do NOT use an open flame to check for gas leaks. Be sure there are no sparks or open flames in the
area while you check for leaks. Sparks or open flames will result in a fire or explosion, which could result in serious
bodily injury or death and damage to property.
WARNING:
To prevent a fire or explosion hazard when testing for a leak:
• Always perform a leak test before lighting the fire pit and each time the cylinder is connected for use.
• No smoking. Do NOT use or permit sources of ignition in the area while conducting a leak test.
• Conduct the leak test outdoors in a well-ventilated area.
• Do NOT use matches, lighters, or a flame to check for leaks.
• The use of alcohol, prescription or non-prescription drugs may impair the consumer’s ability to properly assemble or
safely operate the appliance.
• Strong odors, colds, sinus congestion, etc. may prevent the detection of propane. Use caution and common sense
when testing for leaks.
• Do NOT use fire pit until any and all leaks are corrected. If you are unable to stop a leak, disconnect the LP gas supply.
Call a gas appliance serviceman or your local LP gas supplier.
TO TEST FOR LEAKS:
1. Extinguish any open flame or cigarettes in the area.
2. Check the cylinder valve and appliance valves are in the “OFF” position.
3. Connect LP gas cylinder.
4. Prepare a soap solution of one-part water, one-part liquid detergent.
5. With a full gas cylinder, open cylinder slowly.
6. Brush the soap solution on each connection and along the hose.
7. A leak is identified by a flow of bubbles from the area of the leak.
8. If a leak is detected, close the gas cylinder “shut-off” valve, tighten the connection and retest (Step 5)
9. If the leak persists, do not attempt to operate appliance and contact Ukiah Co.
