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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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The LP gas cylinder must have a listed overfilling prevention device (OPD).
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Only use LP gas cylinders equipped with a cylinder connection device compatible with the connection for
outdoor cooking appliances.
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The LP gas cylinder must have a cylinder collar to protect the cylinder valve.
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Never use a LP gas cylinder with a damaged body, valve, collar or footing.
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Dented or rusted LP gas cylinders may be hazardous and should be checked by your LP gas supplier prior to
use.
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The LP gas cylinder should not be dropped or handled roughly.
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LP gas cylinders must be stored outdoors out of the reach of children and must not be stored in a building,
garage or any other enclosed area. Your cylinder must never be stored where temperatures can reach over
125°F.
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Do NOT insert any tool or foreign object into the valve outlet or safety relief valve. You may damage the valve
and cause a leak. Leaking propane may result in an explosion, fire, severe personal injury or death.
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Do NOT block holes in sides or back of grill.
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Never keep an LP gas cylinder in a hot car or trunk. Heat will cause the gas pressure to increase, which may
open the relief valve and allow gas to escape.
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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.
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If grill is not in use, the gas must be turned off at the supply cylinder and disconnected.
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Do NOT store a spare LP gas cylinder under or near this appliance.
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Never fill the cylinder beyond 80 percent full.
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A fire causing serious injury or damage to property may occur if the above is not followed exactly.
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Never attempt to attach this grill to the self-contained LP gas system of a camper trailer, motor home or
house.
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Never use charcoal, lighter fluid, lava rocks, gasoline, kerosene or alcohol with this product.
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Your grill has been checked at all factory connections for leaks. Recheck all connections as described in the
“Operating Instructions” section, as shipping can loosen connections.
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Check for leaks even if your unit was assembled for you by someone else.
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Do NOT operate if a gas leak is present. Gas leaks may cause a fire or explosion.
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You must follow all instructions in “Checking for Leaks” section before operating. To prevent fire or explosion
hazard when testing for a leak:
a. Always perform a leak test before lighting the grill and each time the cylinder is connected for use.
b. No smoking. Do NOT use or permit sources of ignition in the area while conducting a leak test.
c. Conduct the leak test outdoors in a well-ventilated area.
d. Do NOT use matches, lighters, or a flame to check for leaks.
e. The use of alcohol, prescription or non-prescription drugs may impair the consumer’s ability to properly
assemble or safely operate the appliance.
f. Strong odors, colds, sinus congestion, etc. may prevent the detection of propane. Use caution and
common sense when testing for leaks.
g. Do NOT use grill until any and all leaks are corrected.
LP: If you are unable to stop a leak, disconnect the LP gas supply. Call a gas appliance serviceman or
your local LP gas supplier.
NG: If you are unable to stop a leak, turn off the main valve on the NG supply line. Call a gas appliance
serviceman or your local NG supplier.
