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Safe handling tips for
Liquid Propane Gas Cyl-
inders
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Liquid Propane (LP) gas is a petroleum product as
are gasoline and natural gas. LP gas is a gas at
regular temperatures and pressures. Under moderate
pressure, inside a cylinder, LP gas is a liquid. As the
pressure is released, the liquid readily vaporizes and
becomes gas.
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LP gas has an odor similar to natural gas. You
should be aware of this odor.
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LP gas is heavier than air. Leaking LP gas may
collect in low areas and prevent dispersion.
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To fill, take the LP cylinder to an RV center, or look
up “gas-propane” in the phone book for other sources
of LP gas.
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WARNING: We recommend that your LP cylinder
be filled at an authorized LP gas dealer, by a
qualified attendant, who fills the tank by weight.
IMPROPER FILLING IS DANGEROUS.
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WARNING: If you exchange your LP cylinder,
make sure you get a similar tank in return. Your LP
cylinder is equipped with a quick closing coupling
or type 1 valve and an OPD (Overfilling Prevention
Device). Other LP cylinders may not be compatible
with your barbecue connection.
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Air must be removed from a new LP cylinder before
the initial filling. Your LP dealer is equipped to do this.
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The LP cylinder must be installed, transported and
stored in an upright position. LP cylinders should not
be dropped or handled roughly.
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Never store or transport the LP cylinder where
temperatures can reach 125° F (too hot to hold by
hand - for example: do not leave the LP cylinder in a
car on a hot day).
Note - A refill will last about 20 hours of cooking time
at normal use. The fuel scale will indicate the propane
supply so you can refill before running out. You do not
have to run out before you refill.
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Treat “empty” LP cylinders with the same care as
when full. Even when the LP tank is empty of liquid
there still may be gas pressure in the cylinder. Always
close the cylinder valve before disconnecting.
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CAUTION: When transporting the LP cylinder
make sure the plastic dust cover is in place over
the valve. This will keep dust and dirt from the
threaded portion of the valve.
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Do not use a damaged LP cylinder. Dented or rusty
LP cylinders or LP cylinders with a damaged valve
may be hazardous and should be replaced with a new
one immediately.
Liquid Propane (LP) Cylinder(s)
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The joint where the hose connects to the LP cylinder
must be leak tested each time the LP cylinder is
reconnected. For example, test each time the LP
cylinder is refilled.
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Be sure the regulator is mounted with the small vent
hole pointed downward so that it will not collect water.
This vent should be free of dirt, grease, bugs etc.
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The LP cylinder and connections supplied with your
Weber Gas Barbecue have been designed and tested
to meet government, American Gas Association, and
Underwriters Laboratories requirements.
Liquid Propane Cylinder requirements
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Replacement LP cylinders supplied by Weber satisfy
the above requirements. Check to be sure other
cylinders have a D.O.T. certification(1), and date
tested(2) is within five years. Your LP gas supplier can
do this for you.
If you have questions about spare LP cylinders
contact the Customer Service Representative in
your region using the contact information sheet
provided with your manual.
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All LP tank supply systems must include a collar to
protect the cylinder valve.
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The LP cylinder must be a 20-lb. size (18 1/4 inches
high, 12 1/4 inches in diameter).
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The LP cylinder must be constructed and marked in
accordance with the specifications for LP gas cylinders
of the U.S. Department of Transportation (D.O.T.).
DOT 4BA240
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