Philips BQ04022 manual Leak Testing the REGULATOR, VALVES, HOSES, and Connections

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The regulator must enter the cylinder valve in a straight line.

Center this nipple of the regulator into the cylinder valve.

! WARNING

Always keep the gas cylinder in the upright position all the time

!WARNING

1.Do not connect this grill to any unregulated sources of propane.

2.Before each use, check the gas hose for excessive abrasion or wear, or cuts. Replace a hose assembly showing those signs with the hose assembly specified in the parts list before using the grill. Inspect the hose assembly by opening the cabinet door underneath the side burner and following the regulator hose up to its connection to the gas manifold assembly.

3.Always perform the Leak Test listed below before using your grill for the first time, if the cylinder has been changed, any gas components have been changed, the regulator flow-limiting device has been activated, or after a long period of non-use.

4.Do not attempt to connect this grill to the LP system of a motor home or trailer.

LEAK TESTING THE REGULATOR, VALVES, HOSES, AND CONNECTIONS

1.Ensure the LP cylinder valve and all burners are “Off”.

2.Ensure the LP cylinder is connected to the regulator.

3.If the information in1 & 2 is not followed exactly, a fire causing death or serious injury may occur.

4.Mix up a solution of 50% water and 50% liquid dish soap. Do not use any household cleaner solution.

5.Open the LP tank valve by turning the hand wheel counterclockwise one turn. If you hear a rushing sound, turn the gas off immediately. In that case, there could be a leak at the connection. Reconnect the cylinder to the regulator.

6.Spray or brush on the solution covering the following areas: cylinder welds, regulator and cylinder connection, gas hose connections to the regulator, all gas hoses, all gas hose connections to the burners including the main and side burners.

7.Growing bubbles on any of the parts and connections listed above indicate a gas leak. Immediately shut off the LP tank valve by turning the valve clockwise. Retighten the connections or order replacement parts as needed. Continue to test as necessary until no leaks are detected.

8.Close the LP tank valve by turning the hand wheel clockwise.

!WARNING

1.DO NOT USE THE GRILL if you cannot stop the leaks. Be sure the LP cylinder valve is closed. If the LP cylinder is still leaking, contact your LP dealer or local fire department.

2.Do not use any match or open flame, or smoke, during leak testing.

3.Do not light a burner during leakGrilltesting. Placement

4.The replacement hose assembly must be the one identified.

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