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Step 11
Check that all burner valves are off
You will need: one burner control knob.
Valves are shipped in the OFF position, but you should
check to be sure. Put the knob on each valve. Check by
pushing down and turning clockwise. If they do not turn,
they are off, proceed to the next step. Figure 12.
Figure 12
Step 13
Check for gas leaks
WARNING: You should check for gas leaks every
time you disconnect and reconnect a gas fitting.
Note - All factory made connections have been thoroughly
checked for gas leaks. The burners have been flame
tested. As a safety precaution you should recheck all
fittings for leaks before using your Weber Gas Barbecue.
Shipping and handling may have loosened or damaged a
gas fitting.
WARNING: Perform these leak checks even if your
barbecue was dealer or store assembled.
You will need: a soap and water solution and a rag or
brush to apply it.
Note - Since some leaks test solutions, including soap
and water, may be slightly corrosive, all connections
should be rinsed with water after checking for leaks.
To perform leak checks: Slide back the collar of the quick
disconnect. Push male fitting of the hose into the quick
disconnect, and maintain pressure. Figure 14(a). Slide the
collar closed. Figure 14 (b). If it does not engage or lock,
repeat procedure. Gas will not flow unless the quick
disconnect is properly engaged.
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. This will result in a fire or
explosion which can cause serious bodily
injury or death and damage to property.
Figure 14
Turn on gas supply.
Check for leaks by wetting the connections with the soap
and water solution and watching for bubbles. If bubbles
form or if a bubble grows there is a leak.
Note - Since some leak test solutions, including soap and
water, may be slightly corrosive, all connections should be
rinsed with water after checking for leaks.
WARNING: Do not ignite burners while leak checking.
Male fitting
To barbecue
Locking shut off
Outside
house wall
Quick disconnect
engaged
Collar
(a)
(b)
Step 12
Connect flexible hose to manifold
You will need: the 12 foot natural gas supply hose and a
3/4 inch wrench.
Thread fitting end of hose onto manifold. Figure 13 (a).
Tighten with wrench.
Figure 13
(a)
