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F I L L I N G T H E
L P C Y L I N D E R
The cylinder must be filled prior to use and must have the air purged. For safety, follow
these instructions when having your cylinder filled:
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Have only your local qualified LP gas dealer fill or repair a cylinder.
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Do not
overfill the cylinder beyond the safe 80% fill level.
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Make sure the dealer tests and checks the cylinder for leaks after filling.
W A R N I N G
If the above instructions are not completely adhered to,
it could cause a fire / explosion, resulting in death or serious Injury,
or property damage.
The Cylinder must also be equipped with:
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A shut-off valve with a correct cylinder valve outlet as specified in current standards.
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Canada: CAN / CGA 1.6g-M97 Outdoor Gas Grilles.
a) A safety relief valve with direct connection to the vapour space of the cylinder.
b) A collar to protect the tank shut-off valve.
c) A device for vapour withdrawal.
d) A ring on the bottom to secure the tank to its support assembly.
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Always turn off the cylinder valve completely when the barbecue is not in use.
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Always handle the tank valve with utmost care.
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Never connect an unregulated L.P. gas cylinder to the barbecue.
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Always keep the cylinder, in use, securely fastened in an upright position.
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Never store a spare cylinder, empty or full,
near or under the barbecue when in operation.
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Never expose the cylinders to direct sunlight or excessive heat.
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Never insert any kind of object into the valve outlet as this may damage the backcheck;
a backcheck that is damaged can leak, and a leaking propane cylinder can result in fires
or explosions, property damage, severe injuries or death.
T R A N S P O R T A T I O N
A N D S T O R A G E
O F T H E L P C Y L I N D E R
The propane cylinder is totally safe when handled properly, but if misused, the result could
be an explosion or fire resulting in serious personal injury and / or property damage.
To Avoid Unnecessary Risks
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Always recap the cylinder with the cap provided when not connected to the barbecue.
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Do not
store the cylinder in any enclosed area such as a garage, and make sure the
storage area has lots of ventilation.
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Do not
store the cylinder near any appliances, or in any areas that may become hot,
such as the trunk of a vehicle.
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Make sure the cylinder is out of reach of children.
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When transporting or storing the cylinder, make sure it is in an upright position and
not on its side.
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Do not
smoke around the cylinder, especially when transporting it in a vehicle.
